Top Five GMAT Study Mistakes

Top Five GMAT Study MistakesTop Five GMAT Study MistakesMistake 1 Believing that more is more A common misperception is that the only way to truly master the GMAT is to see every harte nuss in existence. And given the number of GMAT guides available at your local bookstore, there is plenty of material out there. Of course, you do want to see a variety of aufgabes, so that you know which concepts are tested, and how. However, simply exposing yourself to all sorts of problems is notlage enough you have to actually study the problems, and this may mean doing fewer problems. You are not done with a problem when you get it right. You should spend twice as long reviewing a problem as you spend doing it, whether or not you got it correct. (Im serious on that one.) As a part of your review, ask yourself whether you identified the topics being tested. Did you do answer the question in the most efficient way? Was there another approach you could have taken? Does the problem or any of the conce pts remind you of other problems youve seen? The goal is to find a lesson in each question and be able to apply those lessons to the next group of problems you do. Mistake 2 Believing that more is more, part deux I once knew a GMAT student who believed that if he took a practice test a day for six weeks, he would be prepared when the actual test date rolled around. Prepared to jump off a bridge, I thought, but not prepared to take the test. Just like doing too many practice problems, taking unnecessary tests will not help you learn the material necessary to do well on the GMAT. Use practice tests sparingly. Use them to build stamina, get accustomed to the timing constraints, and gauge your progress. Practice tests should not be your primary study tool. If you are fortunate enough to be using a test that gives you diagnostic information, use that information to guide your future studying. Focus primarily on your weakest areas, but dont let any particular topic or question type go col d. Whatever you do, DO NOT get hung up on your score. These are practice exams for good or ill, the real exam will be a completely different experience. Mistake 3 Believing that more is more, part tre Its a rare bird who did not, at some point during college, pull an all-nighter cramming for a nasty final exam. Remember when it was 3 am and the room was littered with half-drunk cups of coffee, empty pizza boxes, discarded Twizzlers wrappers, and numerous rumpled cheat sheets? That was fine when you were 19 and trying to remember a semesters worth of human behavior biology it wont cut it now. Studying for long periods of time is not effective preparation for the GMAT. Rather, pace yourself. Give yourself a good three months to prepare for the test, working about two hours a day. gebru up your study sessions so that you work a bit on verbal and a bit on quantitative topics. Do a group of problems (say, twenty minutes worth) and spend the next forty minutes reviewing your work. Take a stretch break, come back, and do another group of problems. Review those intensely, and then call it a day. Longer work sessions lead to diminishing returns, a concept that all business schools care about. Mistake 4 Forgetting about time Time is your most valuable resource when you take the GMAT. Since you have only 75 minutes to answer either 41 verbal questions or 37 quantitative questions, how you allocate those precious minutes is crucial to your overall strategy and success. Too often, GMAT takers put too much emphasis on getting the problem right and not enough emphasis on getting the problem right in the right amount of time. Always, always, always do your practice timed. Give yourself a certain number of minutes to complete a set of problems. This way, you can see how well you balance those problems that take a little too long with those that you can do faster than the average bear. Always strive to find the most efficient way through the question. Mistake 5 Doing only the s tuff youre good at It feels great to do a set of problems in the right amount of time and get them all (or nearly all) correct. When that happens, give yourself a sincere pat on the back. But then go in search of material you are less comfortable with. Working only on topics or problem types you already feel great about wont help your overall score nearly as much as making improvements in areas where you arent quite up to snuff. Because of the GMATs adaptive nature, your weaknesses create a ceiling for your strengths. You wont see a 700-level Sentence Correction question if your Reading Comprehension is down in the 500s. In order to take the most advantage of your killer grammar skills, you have to increase your RC level. So, bite the bullet and do the hard work. It may not feel quite as fun the first time out, but youll love the improvements youll make over time. Conquering the GMAT can seem like a daunting task. But if you avoid these five mistakes, youll be well on your way to vi ctory. And if you get stressed, grab one of those old 2 pencils and start gnawing away on the end of it. I mean, its not like theyll let you use it for the test, so you might as well get some use out of it. About ManhattanGMAT ManhattanGMAT is the nations largest GMAT-exclusive preparation provider. ManhattanGMATs mission is to provide students with a blend of the academic and test-taking skills essential for success, given todays higher voreingestellt for what defines a competitive GMAT score. Preparation options include 9-session courses, private tutoring, one-day workshops, and corporate classes on-site at many Fortune 500 companies. 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Why You Really Dont Have to Have a 5-Year Plan

Why You Really Dont Have to Have a 5-Year PlanWhy You Really Dont Have to Have a 5-Year PlanIm organized. Logical, too. I have a five-year plan, a 10-year plan, and even a rough idea of wherbeie Id like to be in 25 years. I dont do it out of obligation. Ive always been this way. Before I ever set foot on Tufts green campus as an undergrad, Id already had all my classes mapped out and knew which classes to take to cover multiple requirements. I also made a backup plan that would allow me to graduate in three years- you know, just in case. At a glance, it looks like I really have it together. And dont get me wrong, I definitely do (I think), but its not because of all the plans Ive made. In fact, to be honest, I havent kept any of those original plans. Not a one.It was a realization I made while studying career counseling theories- John D. Krumboltzs Happenstance Learning Theory, to be specific. He posits that unplanned events are to be expected because theyre inevitable and, in fact, necessary to every career. How many successful people actually followed a plan to get to where they were? Maybe a handful. Most were (and continue to be) superbly hardworking and just really good at recognizing and acting on opportunities that come their way. On the role of the career counselor, Krumboltz writes, The goal of career counseling is to help clients learn to take actions to achieve more satisfying career and personal lives- not to make a single career decision. Pretty straightforward on all counts, but to me it was also pretty revolutionary. Theres no mention of five-year plans, no clear-cut steps toward a singular career goal, or even a sense of urgency. Ultimately, the goal of career planning is not to have a step-by-step plan, but to maximize the opportunities for you to learn and to be in the right mindset to take advantage of opportunities as they come. In other words, its all about putting yourself out there, trying new things, and creating your own luck.This all m akes sense because, well, we dont know what the future holds. We dont even know what jobs will be created or eliminated 10 years from now. So, even though Im all for plans because its comforting to me to have one, its not the plans that are important. Whats important is keeping busy- meeting people, volunteering, experimenting with new hobbies, trying out side gigs- whatever you can do to maximize the opportunities youre exposed to and then having the boldness to go for one when it feels right.As the talented Shonda Rhimes said at her excellent commencement address to Dartmouths class of 2014I think a lot of people dream. And while they are busy dreaming, the really happy people, the really successful people, the really interesting, engaged, powerful people, are busy doing Ditch the dream and be a doer, not a dreamer. Maybe you know exactly what it is you dream of being, or maybe youre paralyzed because you have no idea what your passion is. The truth is, it doesnt matter. You dont have to know. You just have to keep moving forward. You just have to keep doing something, seizing the next opportunity, staying open to trying something new. It doesnt have to fit your vision of the perfect job or the perfect life. Perfect is boring and dreams are not real. Just do.Photo of woman thinking courtesy of Shutterstock.

Computer Operator Trainer Job Description

Computer Operator Trainer Job DescriptionComputer Operator Trainer Job DescriptionComputer Operator Trainer Job DescriptionThis computer operator trainer sample job description can assist in your creating a job application that will attract job candidates who are qualified for the job. Feel free to revise this job description to meet your specific job duties and job requirements.Computer Operator Trainer Job ResponsibilitiesMaintains computer operations by monitoring and adjusting operations developing and conducting training.Computer Operator Trainer Job DutiesMaximizes computer output by monitoring wertzuwachs adjusting controls.Maintains data and voice communication by installing and configuring data lines installing and relocating telephone equipment installing and maintaining telephone software.Maintains communication systems performance by monitoring performance correcting error conditions balancing systems resources.Prepares system operators by developing and conducting traini ng programs measuring and approving trainees progress.Prepares users by developing and conducting training programs measuring and approving trainees progress.Increases efficient use of equipment and software by developing and conducting hardware and system software training for clients.Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities reading professional publications maintaining personal networks participating in professional organizations.Maintains continuity of work operations by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.Guides user actions by researching, developing, writing, and updating procedures and guidelines.Accomplishes department and organization mission by completing related results as needed.Computer Operator Trainer Skills and QualificationsTraining , Coaching, Developing Standards, Presenting Technical Information, Data Center Management, People Skills, Verbal Communication, Written Communication, Attention to Detai l, Change Management, Reporting SkillsEmployers Post a job in minutes to reach candidates everywhere. Job Seekers Search Computer Operator Trainer Jobs and apply on now. Read more abouthow to hireCreating and Posting a Job in MonsterMaintain a Legal Hiring ProcessYour Hiring Goal Be the Dumbest One in the Room

How to Turn a Layoff into a Career-Building Opportunity

How to Turn a Layoff into a Career-Building OpportunityHow to Turn a Layoff into a Career-Building OpportunityEven the best creative professionals can be faced with a layoff. I recently learned this firsthand. Here are 10 steps to help you take control of an out-of-control situation and get your career back on track.After 14 years working for HOW magazine (the last two as editor), I decided it welches time to try sohonigweinhing new. I quickly landed a job on the very small editorial team of a very small company creating content for a health and fitness website. The job allowed me to marry my personal passion for exercise and wellness with my professional life as a writer and editor.Three days after my first anniversary with the company, I welches laid off along with about a dozen colleagues. After working continuously for mora than 18 years, I suddenly found myself unemployed, and with nowhere to be the next day. Yes, there was crying (a lot of crying). Then there was figuring out h ow to box up all the junk that had accumulated in my cubicle and get it to my car in the pouring rain. Then there was calling my husband to ask him not to leave for work until I got home because I very much needed a hug.As I drove home, I realized that the next few hours and days would set the tone for the duration of my unemployment, however long it lasted. I could either wallow in sadness and anger or I could get busy plotting the next phase of my career. I decided, as I turned the corner onto my street, that I would give myself exactly an hour to mourn a job I loved and then get to work.Its been nine weeks since the layoff and I still dont have a full-time position, but I havent just been sitting around waiting for a weekly unemployment check. Ive managed to make more money freelancing and doing temporary work than I did in my previous job. I finally got around to creating an online portfolio and Ive had several promising job interviews.As a creative, whether youre a writer (like me) or a graphic designer or a developer, youre in a unique position to take advantage of a layoff or, at the very least, make the best of it. To keep myself from focusing on the negative, the first thing I did was make a list of concrete tasks I could departure on right away. As I completed each one, I added more until I found I was quite busy and didnt have time to worry.So, if you ever get called into your managers office for an unplanned meeting, dont panic. Heres your post-layoff to-do list1. Set a timerOf course youre going to be shocked, sad and angry. Those are normal human emotions. But if you dont find a way to limit the amount of time you allow yourself to grieve, you can easily get pulled into a downward spiral. You can actually set a timer or you could just make a deal with yourself to start the next day with a fresh outlook. Dwelling does nothing.2. Dust off your resumeI was lucky because it had only been a year since I updated my resume. If its been several years sin ce you created a fresh one, take time to research current resume trends to make sure yours stands out. Tailor it to each position you pursue. And dont forget to write a customized cover letter as well. Even in the era of LinkedIn and portfolio sites, telling a potenzial employer exactly why youre the right candidate is still critical.3. Post your resume everywhereBeyond the usual suspects (CareerBuilder, Monster, LinkedIn, Indeed), research local job boards and organizations that post openings. Even if you cant post your resume on some of these sites, they provide another place to search for positions. In my area, Im following job boards dedicated to PR professionals, tech professionals and arts organizations.4. Refresh your online portfolioIf, like me, you dont have a portfolio thats easy for potential employers to access, creating one should be a top priority. Theres no need to build a custom site from scratch (unless youre a web designer or developer). Go with something quick and easy like Behance or Carbonmade. I used Contently, which is specifically designed for journalists and other writers.5. Update your LinkedIn profileIn addition to updating your profile with all the details youre adding to your resume, take some time to connect with former colleagues. If any of your contacts are also seeking jobs, theyll be in a great position to recommend you to hiring managers. Be sure to return the favor. (Of course, this works better if youre not all looking for the same kind of role.)SEARCH OUR OPEN JOBS6. Say it on social mediaNot everyone is comfortable talking about something as personal as losing a job. But the very first thing I did when I finished blowing my nose and drying my eyes was post a message on Facebook telling my friends what had happened and asking them to send me any opportunities they came across. This turned out to my best networking and income-generating tool (see 9).7. Apply for unemploymentOK, this part is no fun, but youve been working ha rd for years and you deserve this small cushion to help you get by until you find a new job. The amount of unemployment compensation varies by state but is typically about 50 percent of your previous weekly income. Luckily, a friend had recently gone through the unemployment process and warned me Id be met with messages that might make me feel like a criminal who was trying to defraud the government. Dont let these notices intimidate you or make you feel bad about yourself. If you get stuck or frustrated, connect with a real person on the phone. You might have to hold for a long time, but its worth it. In my experience, the unemployment office employees know its a confusing and scary process and are happy to answer your questions.8. Structure your dayDevelop a daily routine so you dont slip into negative thinking patterns. I like to get up early and take my computer to my favorite cafe to get caffeinated and read email. I also attend three to five fitness classes per week and increa sed my volunteer hours with the SPCA, an organization Ive been working with for many years. As youre out and about, dont hesitate to let people you meet know that youre looking for work. In my case, a chance encounter with an acquaintance led to an interview.9. Start freelancingI told colleagues, friends and former employers that I was available for freelance assignments and landed a huge one right off the bat. In fact, Ive been able to generate so much freelance work that Ive only had to collect unemployment for one week so far. If your foray into serious freelancing goes well, you might even decide to stick with it and start your own business. Just be sure to talk with an accounting professional so you can properly plan for taxes.10. Register with a specialized staffing agencyMany staffing agencies offer temp-to-perm assignments that can give you a chance to try out a company before you commit. Some large ad agencies maintain their own freelance databases as well. Last week I got a call from a company that was looking for an on-site quality assurance consultant. That particular job didnt pay as much as I can make writing, so I politely declined. But they agreed to keep me in mind for future assignments that better match my level of experience.As corny as it sounds, Ive managed to turn a really difficult situation into a learning and career-building experience. In fact, I just got an email from a company Ive been wanting to work with for several years, but didnt have the right kind of experience until now. On Monday, Ill be starting a 60-day assignment that could turn into a full-time job and I cant waitOn that rainy morning, when I learned I no longer had a job, I couldnt imagine that two months later Id feel more in control of my life and career than I ever had before.Megan Lane Patrick is the former editor of HOW magazineand has been writing about design and creativity for more than 15 years.

Writing from Third Person Limited Point of View

Writing from Third Person Limited Point of ViewWriting from Third Person Limited Point of ViewBefore you write a single word of fiction, you will need to decide who is telling the story - and from which point of view. If the story is told by a narrator (rather than by a character), you will be writing from the third part perspective.But who is the narrator? How much does the narrator know? Can the narrator get inside the characters heads to describe what theyre thinking? What Is the Third Person Limited Point of View? The third part omniscient (meaning all knowing) point of view is a method of storytelling in which the narrator knows what every character is thinking.Third person limited point of view, on the other hand, is a method of storytelling in which the narrator knows only the thoughts and feelings of a single character, while other characters are presented only externally. Third person limited grants a writer more freedom than first person, but less knowledge than third person omniscient. Why Choose the Third Person Limited Point of View? There are a number of reasons why you might decide that third person limited may be right for your next work of fiction. Here are just a few possibilities You want the ability to show a situation through the eyes of an interesting or unique character.You are writing a mystery, and want the reader to experience the clues and outcomes from the point of view of one of your characters.You are telling a story in which your main characters perspectives evolve or change, and you want to show those changes through their eyes.You want to maintain a sense of uncertainty about other characters motivations, emotions, or past. Examples of Third Person Limited Point of View in Fiction Most works of fiction are told from the third person limited point of view. For example, Jane Austens famous Pride and Prejudice is told entirelyfrom the point of view of protagonist Elizabeth Bennett. J.K. Rowlings Harry Potter series unf olds its secrets through Harry himself who, like the reader, is new to the world of magic and wizardry. A classic example of third person limited fiction is Ernest HemingwaysFor Whom the Bell Tolls, which sticks firmly with one characters consciousness, that of Robert Jordan, who shares This Anselmo had been a good guide and he could travel wonderfully in the mountains. Robert Jordan could walk well enough himself and he knew from following him since before daylight that the old man could walk him to death. Robert Jordan trusted the man, Anselmo, so far, in everything except judgment. He had not yet had an opportunity to test his judgment, and, anyway, the judgment was his own responsibility. The reader will only know Anselmos thoughts and responses insofar as he reveals them through his actions. But Robert Jordans thoughts will be shared throughout the story. Its his reactions and his interpretations of events that the reader will understand and follow. Because third person limited is defined largely by what it doesnt do, it may help at this point to read an example of third-person omniscient for comparison.

The Insider Secret on Reference Resume Uncovered

The Insider Secret on Reference Resume Uncovered So take a minute to think about that, if your email address sounded funny and a little risque once you set this up at high school, theres a very good chance you dont need to use it for applying for new jobs. The ideal time to try to find a job is when youve got work, but it doesnt indicate that its simple to look for work as youre employed. You should also make koranvers the items youve written is more related to the skilled works of the individual rather than how you personally know them. Youve already done the tough work of making good references. If youre reaching out to a parteicular contact to be able to create a relationship independent of a current open position, ensure you personalize the letter. In a nutshell, the key to reference success is to prepare in advance, choose individuals who will speak highly of you, and make it simple for them to achieve that. Again list whatever you like to do and are involved in that hasnt been listed. Possessing a list of references prepared to hand to a prospective employer is 1 approach to demonstrate that you think ahead and are prepared. A Secret Weapon for Reference Resume Quite a few resumes list a couple of professional references. Use the exact same heading at the surface of your references page as you use at the very top of your resume. Below youll discover a sample reference list. Now you have your format picked out, you should set your information in order. Fortunately, there are lots of excellent samples and resources available to assist you craft the great professional resume. You would rather not include things like an email address with a typo or a telephone number thats missing a digit. If you want to relocate for work, you most likely already know its most effective to leave your present address off your resume. Include name, address, contact number, and e-mail address, and a fax number, in case you have one. Supporting your petition havi ng the most efficient letters of reference is therefore essential to your success. You need to make sure that all candidates will willingly supply you with a positive reference. Instead, make a distinct reference sheet its possible to bring to your job interview. Most men and women include a couple of references. When youre asked for references, youre able to strategically pick the best people to represent what you would like highlighted for the opportunity, she states. Only include those who would like to be a personal reference. When you first think about somebody to use as a reference for a work program, you must ask their permission not just to use and give out their contact info but directly if theyd be in a position to supply a reference as some individuals may prefer not to. The Key to Successful Reference Resume Its possible to also write about the particular events your coworker was given rewards or other types of appreciation or achievements he or she has acquired at work. Be sure to let your employer know you have references available upon request. When an employer uncovers a negative reference, you may not ever hear from the business ever again. If he or she is considering hiring you, he may ask you to supply a list of references. Many hiring managers will allow you to know in advance when theyre likely to speak to your references. Countless job seekers are dismayed by the info a former supervisor shares about them, states Shane. Resumes are tricky its sometimes hard to know exactly what things to include. The variety of references you list depends upon your career level. They form a vital part of your job application. Very good motor abilities and coordination are crucial. Physical therapists utilize research to create clinical decisions regarding best practice. You could also utilize past instructors and references from volunteer work youve completed within the area. When youve selected your references, make certain they are well-prepared to assist you. Only submit your references if youre asked to. Recent references are best, even though there are exceptions. Make certain all your references are content to endorse you.

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