At work, millennials want healthcare benefits, not adorable office perks

At work, millennials want healthcare benefits, not adorable office perksAt work, millennials want healthcare benefits, not adorable office perksWhat do millennials want at work? This is the question that marketers and employers alike are dying to know as millennials dominate the workforce.The assumption of many thinkpieces is that millennials are young and frivolous, looking for fun perks at the office. But when Fit Small Business asked 600 millennials this past March, Fit Small Business sought to question stereotypes aroundwork ethic about this demographic.what benefits are fruchtwein important to you? millennialswere not as attracted to the wild perksas Silicon Valley startups think they are.The reality is that millennials are more practical and grounded in what they want from jobs. They want two major things from a job healthcare benefits and more feedback that can lead to a higher salary.Millennials want healthcare and feedbackLike every other demographic surveyed, the majority o f millennials - 34%- answered that healthcare welches the most important benefit.Only 5% of millennials thoughtthat an equity stake in a company was an important factor when choosing a job. They are more likely to leave than other groups if they feel like theyre being overworked.In fact, quality of life seems to be a strong concern for millennials around 13% of millennials cited a boss being too demanding as a reason for changing jobs,compared with6% of respondents over age 35 who cites that as a factor in jumping ship.But millennialshave thicker skin than their older counterparts when it comes to criticism. 19.3% of people over age 35 said having a mean boss wasthe top reason that they would leave their job, while only 17.6% of millennials chose this. This may because millennials love feedback, criticism included.A 2012 MTV poll on millennials at work found that80% of themwanted frequent feedback in real time from their managers, and that 75% cravedmentors.The idea that millennial s are job hoppers who are less likely than older workers to stay at one company does hold up, however. 42% of the millennialsages 18-34 said they were consider a new job, while only 20% of people over age 35 identified as job hoppers.Why this matters people ages 18-65 make up the majority of theworkforce, and millennials at ages 18 to 35 are the largest part of that. A 2015 Pew Research Center study found that the estimated53.5 million working millennials to be the largest generation in the workforce, comprising a third of all American workers.Millennials have long been a misunderstood and maligned demographic that have sprung a thousand thinkpieces putting down younger workers. In 2013,Time called them the me me me generation for their narcissism and entitlement. Blueboard is a business that is designed around the idea that companies need to create elaborate experiential rewards like massages, sky-diving, and martini lessons to keep their millennial population engaged. But, like ma ny generational assumptions, it bears looking a little bit more closely at this influential generation.

Student Teams Demonstrate Their Design Skills Next Month at Congress

Student Teams Demonstrate Their Design Skills Next Month at Congress Student Teams Demonstrate Their Design Skills Next Month at Congress Student Teams Demonstrate Their Design Skills Next Month at CongressThe student team from the University of San Diego and their inspection vehicle prototype took top honors at the District D dezentral ASME Student Design Competition last April. The team will be one of the 23 teams of ASME student members competing in the final round of the competition next month at the ASME International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition. In the aftermath of the Fukushima facility tragedy, the nuclear industry sent out a Request for Proposal to universities calling for prototypes of a small, remote-controlled inspection vehicle that could determine the level of radioactivity and damage in compromised nuclear plants, thereby protecting humans from radioactive contamination. Next month at the ASME Student Design Competition championship round in San D iego, Calif., 23 student teams will demonstrate the prototype inspection vehicles they designed and built - and will compete for a $3,000 top prize.The Student Design Competition finals will take place on Sunday, Nov. 17, during the 2013 ASME International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition.This year, the teams of ASME student members were challenged to design and build inspection vehicles that could navigate around obstacles while traveling to inspection points and bringing sensors back to a designated return area. The devices then had to be able to return to their starting locations, ready for another run. In plus-rechnen to the $3,000 first prize, the winning team will receive $1,000 for the universitys student section. The second-place team will receive $1,000, plus $500 for its student section, while the team finishing third will receive $500 and an additional $250 for the student section. Tom Zirmirski (left) and Jarius Amar will represent the New Jersey In stitute of Technology at the Student Design Competition finals in San Diego, Calif. Two of the competing teams are from the same school, Western Kentucky University in Bowling Green, Ky. Other universities entered in the finals include Worcester Polytechnic Institute, Worcester, Mass. New York Institute of Technology, New York, N.Y. New Jersey Institute of Technology, Newark, N.J. Ryerson University, Toronto, Canada Grand Valley State University, Allendale, Mich. the University of St. Thomas, St. Paul, Minn. the University of the Pacific, Stockton, Calif. the University of San Diego the University of Arkansas at Little Rock Instituto Tecnologico de Ciudad Jurez, Chihuahua, Mexico the University of Virginia, Charlottesville, Va. and the North Carolina State University, Raleigh, N.C.This year, nine teams will travel to the competition from outside North America Hong Kong Polytechnic University cole Nationale Suprieure de lAronautique et de lEspace (ISAE-SUPAERO), Toulouse, France z yegin University, Istanbul, Turkey Universidad Nacional de Ingeniera, Lima, Peru Universidad de los Andes, Bogot, Colombia Khalifa University, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Notre Dame University, Zouk, Lebanon and the British University of Egypt and the Higher Technological Institute, both located in Cairo.For more information on the ASME Student Design Competition, including a description of the design challenge for next years contest, visit www.asme.org/events/competitions/student-design-competition.

Help Wanted Federal Contract Specialists!

Help Wanted Federal Contract SpecialistsHelp Wanted Federal Contract SpecialistsHelp Wanted Federal Contract SpecialistsHelp Wanted Federal Contract Specialistsby Sandra L. KeppleyPeter R. Orszag, head of the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) says that Federal civilian agencies should grow their acquisition workforce by at least 5% over the next 5 years. Last year, these agencies awarded and managed an estimated $138 billion in civilian contracts, according to the Federal Acquisition Institute.Knowing this, would you like to change your job series from Administrative, Program Analyst, IT, or other job series and move into the Business and Industry Career Series? Would you like new challenges, training, customers, projects, and opportunities for growth? Why elend consider analyzing the 1101 and 1102 job series? If you are interested, then its time to add contracting, life cycle management and acquisitions into your Federal Career Toolkit. First you will need to study the Qualifica tions, Education and Specialized Experience in buchung to build your federal resume or KSAs toward Contracts and Acquisitions work.Sandra Lee Keppley, retired Human Resources Specialist and Director, Labor Employee Relations at Department of Labor joins Kathryn Troutman to answer Frequently Asked Questions by current federal employees about applying to the Contract Specialist job series.Educational RequirementsWhat are the basic educational requirements To qualify for positions at grades GS-5 through GS-12 in the 1101 or 1102 job series, you must possess either a bachelors degree OR have completed at least 24 semester hours of coursework in certain business-related fields. In order to qualify for positions at grades GS-13 and above, you must possess a bachelors degree AND at least 24 semester hours of coursework in certain business-related fields. The 24 hours may be included in, or in addition to, coursework taken to complete the degree program.Does the phrase a 4-year course of st udy leading to a bachelors degree mean I must have a degree, or just that I must be enrolled in a degree program? The phrase means you must possess a bachelors degree conferred or approved by an accredited U.S. college or university based on a 4-year course of study. Simply being enrolled and working toward a degree does not meet the qualification standard. Furthermore, honorary degrees or other degrees with no basis in coursework do not satisfy the standard.Does the degree have to be a business degree? No. A qualifying bachelors degree may be in any field of study and may be of any type, such as Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, and Bachelor of Business Administration. The 24 semester hours, however, must be in some combination of the eleven fields listed in the standard.When the degree AND 24-hour coursework requirements must be honigwein for GS-13 and above positions, can I count courses taken as part of my degree program to satisfy the 24-hour requirement? Yes, coursework c ould simultaneously count for the degree requirement and the 24-hour requirement. For example, if you earned a business degree, you should have completed sufficient credits in the required fields to satisfy the 24-hour requirement. However, if your degree is in another field, such as sociology, you might need to take some additional courses in the fields identified in the qualification standard to complete the 24-hour requirement.Grandfathering The Exception ProvisionsI am currently working as an 1102 in a civilian agency. Am I grandfathered for civilian agency positions based on having a certain number of years of experience (meaning the requirements do not apply to me)? The 1102 qualification standard does have some grandfathering features for the existing workforce, although none of those features are tied to a prescribed number of years of experience. Every 1102, regardless of grade, is considered to meet the standard for the position and grade held as of January 1, 2000, and i s qualified for positions in other civilian agencies at the same grade without having to meet the educational and training requirements. In addition, an 1102 can be promoted through grade GS-12 without meeting the qualification requirements. There is no grandfathering provision that allows experience to substitute for education in order to qualify for promotions to GS-13 and above.Do existing Federal employees in other series, such as GS-1105, have to meet the educational requirements to move into the 1102 field? Yes. The 1102 standard applies to every civilian agency 1102 position and must be met by individuals entering the series from outside the Government, or from other series within the Government. If you are a current 1105, you must meet the educational requirements to lateral or promote into the 1102 series.What does this phrase mean Employees who occupy GS-1102 positions at grades 5 through 12 will be considered to meet the basic requirements for other GS-1102 positions up t o and including those classified at GS-12? This statement is found in the exceptions paragraph for GS-5 through GS-12. Simply stated, it exempts employees hired by January 1, 2000 from the educational requirements for any position up to GS-12. If you meet neither the degree nor 24-hour requirement, you can leise be promoted through GS-12. All individuals hired since January 1, 1998 should meet the educational requirements since they were hired under the former standard. However, many 1102s hired before January 1, 1998 do not have the education now required, and the exception accommodates those employees. Additionally, in the event someone was inadvertently hired into the 1102 series between January 1998 and January 2000 who did not actually meet the former standard, that employee would be covered by the exception.Education WaiversCan the qualification requirements for positions in grades GS-5 through GS-12 be waived? No. All new entrants into the GS-1102 career field at grades 5 thr ough 12 must meet the qualification requirements. The requirements cannot be waived. However, if you are already an 1102 below grade GS-12 as of January 1, 2000, the exception language of the standard allows you to be promoted through GS-12 even if you do not have the education specified by the standard.Do I need a waiver for any promotions up to GS-12? No. A waiver is not necessary for promotions under grade GS-13 because all promotion candidates would either meet the standard or qualify for the exception at those lower grades. Waivers only exist for the requirements that apply to positions at GS-13 and above.I do not meet the educational requirements for a position at GS-13 and above. Do I have to obtain a waiver to apply for a job? No. The senior procurement executive of the hiring agency must grant a waiver only if the agency wants to select you to fill a position. If the vacancy announcement indicates that waivers may be granted, you can apply for the position. The human resour ce office will forward your application for review, along with the other applications, with a note that one or more applicants may need a waiver. At the agencys option, the waiver may be applied to any of the educational, training, or experience requirements, or combination thereof, as specified in the vacancy announcement.Can I get a waiver and carry it with me every time I apply for a job? No. A waiver is the prerogative of the hiring agency and would be granted based on the unique circumstances of a hiring action. Blanket waivers do not exist.If I receive a waiver for a GS-13 position, do I need a new waiver for a GS-14 promotion, even if it is in the same agency? Yes. Waivers are specific to a selection action, so any selection for a future promotion would require another waiver if you still did not meet the qualification requirements.As the government grows its acquisition workforce, more career opportunities will become available, and you should consider whether a move to the 1101 or 1102 job series is right for you. If so, now is the time to work on building a resume with the right education, qualifications, and specialized experience. I hope this FAQ helps you think it outSandy Keppley comes to The Resume Place as a Human Resources Professional with over 25 years of solid experience as a manager, supervisor, team leader and technical professional in the field of Human Capital Management. Sandy began her Federal career in the clerical field at one of the lowest levels, GS-2. Through years of diligence, self improvement, and hard work, she recently retired as Director, Labor Employee Relations at Department of Labor, Washington, D.C. at the GS-15 level.Her career spans various Federal environments such as Navy Supply, Army installations, Army Research and Development, Army Corps of Engineers, and Department of Labor, and she uses her knowledge of professional, scientific, administrative, clerical and trades occupations to help Resume Place clients presen t their qualifications effectively. Her own experience in leadership, human resources management, team and partnership building, and problem solving allows her to inspire applicants to develop application content on their own accomplishments. She also has experience in labor and employee relations (union and non-union) alternate dispute resolution position management and classification training staffing workers compensation performance management employee benefits and employee recognition she is a certified mediator.Sandys expertise in federal application writing includes the federal resume as well as KSA narratives and self-assessment questions. She has comprehensive knowledge of automated staffing mechanisms such as RESUMIX, and has extensive first-hand experience with the federal hiring process.This article was reprinted with permission from fedmanager.com

61% of workers say they need this much more in salary to live comfortably

61% of workers say they need this much more in salary to live comfortably61% of workers say they need this much more in salary to live comfortablyJust because its a candidates market doesnt mean it translates into high salaries and raises.A new report from Indeed reveals that just 18% of workers are living comfortably at their current salary, and 61% of all workers say they would need an average of $6,000 more in order to feel comfortable. This is the second year in a row where such a low percentage of employees were living comfortably at their current salary brde years number was 19%, according to the previous report from Indeed.Follow Ladders on FlipboardFollow Ladders magazines on Flipboard covering Happiness, Productivity, Job Satisfaction, Neuroscience, and moreTheyre getting raises, but not in the $6,000 range. Instead, theyre small. While 75% of employees received a raise in the last two years, of that percentage, 85% received a raise of 6% or less.Forty-four percent received a raise of 3% or less which is really just enough to keep up with the changes in the cost of living.A recent report from Payscale showed that companies had budgeted out just 3% for raises in 2019.Men are getting higher raises than women 45% of men got raises of 4-6%, whereas 48% of women reported raises of 3%.Half of workers are planning on asking for a raise this year. Men are gunning for bigger increases than women are step up, ladies with men planning to ask for a 6-10% increase and women planning an ask of 5% or less.The situation of compensation combined with weak raises is dire enough that 20% would definitely consider leaving their job for more money elsewhere, and 39% would possibly do it.However, perks are non-financial ways to convince an underpaid employee to stay, and women were most enthusiastic about flexible work hours (42%). Men wanted more vacation time (37%).Still, 30% of workers want the money, hands-down, responding that there was no substitute for a higher sa lary.You might also enjoyNew neuroscience reveals 4 rituals that will make you happyStrangers know your social class in the first seven words you say, study finds10 lessons from Benjamin Franklins daily schedule that will double your productivityThe worst mistakes you can make in an interview, according to 12 CEOs10 habits of mentally strong people

Ideal Resume for Dummies

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Harness the Power of 3 to Land Your Dream Job

Harness the Power of 3 to Land Your Dream JobHarness the Power of 3 to Land Your Dream JobHarness the power of three by using multiple job-search methods to find the most job leads.QIm not having much luck with the on-line application process. What else can I do to get my resume reviewed by employers? Eunice J., Babylon, NYAA while ago when I wrote the post about searching for a job while employed, I mentioned that you should use multiple methods in searching for opportunities. This means (1) applying to (and properly following up on) verbunden job listings, (2) networking with your social and professional contacts, and (3) engaging with recruiters. By incorporating all three methods into your search strategy, you will maximize the number of leads published and unpublished you can pursue.Here are a few tips to help you take full advantage of each job sourcing methodOnline ApplicationsCareerXroads 2012 Source of Hire Survey showed that among the 200+ companies who were surveyed, 20. 1 percent of their external new hires credited job boards with finding the job posting. What does that mean? If youve given up on job postings and applications, youre missing out on a lot of opportunities I recommend applying to around five well-fitted opportunities each week. There are a few things you can do to improve your return on investment with each application.Do your research. I know it can be hard, but fight the urge to apply to any job you qualify for before youve learned more. Granted, this doesnt apply to confidential postings, but for jobs where you know the companys name, do the research. 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I recommend using a T-format cover letter to spell out your qualifications, and make koranvers the key terms from the job description are woven into your resume. Your resume gets 6 seconds to make an impression with a recruiter make it as easy as possible for them to quickly see why youre a good fit for the role.NetworkingWhether you love it or loathe it, networking is an important part of any job seekers strategy in todays job market. It will help you learn about job leads that may not be published anywhere else. Another benefit is the possibility of getting an employee referral from one of your connections for a position. This type of referral can be very powerful it can help you bypass the gatekeeper and gain valuable insight for the interview process.Map out your network and grow it. In a recent post I discussed the two types of network connections that are considered most valuable during your search professional connections youve made during your career, and the social butterflies amongst your group of friends who can connect you to other acquaintances in your current or desired line of work. Before you tap into this network, develop a strong professional online presence that aligns with your resume, supports your career goals and showcases your expertise. Make sure youre connected to all of your contacts online so you can easily view their work experience and other connection s.Get involved and show off your expertise. If you feel your current network is not very strong, then its especially important to get out there physically and virtually and develop new relationships with those in your field. This could be in the form of joining online groups and getting involved in discussions joining and participating in Meetup groups related to your profession reconnecting with alumni from your school or attending professional trade shows andconferences or membership meetings focused specifically on your targeted industry or line of work. Dont discount recruiting events, job fairs and other events dedicated to job seekers in your field. leid only will you meet recruiters, but you can also develop valuable connections with other job seekers, doubling your search efforts.RecruitersJob seekers are often skeptical about working with recruiters, either because theyve been burned in the past or cant stand the lack of response. I agree its not an ideal situation for a job seeker. You cant expect the recruiter to treat you like the customer because in their world, youre not. However, they can be a valuable source of job leads and company insight when youre the right fit for their sourcing needs. There are two primary ways you can capitalize on recruiter engagementBuild a strong professional online presence so recruiters find you. If youre following the tips I mentioned for networking, you should be set from this perspective. When your resume is uploaded to sites such as Ladders and you have a polished profile on sites like LinkedIn, recruiters will find you as they search for potential candidates. Also, recruiters typically monitor online groups relevant to their recruiting needs in search of candidates. Your activity within professional groups and through online discussions will help you build your personal brand and establish yourself as an expert in your field.Develop a recruiter outreach strategy and put it to practice. This requires you to r esearch which recruiting firms source for positions in your industry or line of work, to identify which recruiters at those firms can be contacted, and to send tailored messages to those people. I recommend using sites such as Oya to find the right recruiters, and then visiting their individual websites or LinkedIn profiles to locate contact information and reach out to them. Check out these sample messages to get an idea of how you can communicate with the recruiters. This is a numbers game, so make it a goal to reach out to three to five new recruiters each week, and follow up every couple weeks you never know when theyll have the right opportunity for you and will respond.Over the past two years, my team of career coaches and I have worked with hundreds of job seekers. One thing weve learned is that different job search methods work for different people. Some job seekers will get a great deal of response from their online applications, while others gain much more traction throug h working with recruiters. And then there will be others who find their personal or professional contacts to be the best source of leads.The key is to incorporate each method into your search and see where you gain the most traction. Give each method a good try for at least three months before you give up on it. For many of you, this will require you to go outside of your comfort zone. As you get a better idea of what works for you and suits your personality, you can move more of your job sourcing activities to that method. I dont recommend giving up any one method entirely you might miss out on opportunities that way. But you should spend the bulk of your time on the activities that yield the best results for you. Also, remember that these strategies can work in tandem. Its important not only to apply to a job listing, but also to utilize your network for insight and employee referrals.