This is the profession where people skip breakfast the most

This is the profession where people skip breakfast the mostThis is the profession where people skip breakfast the mostSometimes there just aint no time for breakfast. If youre lucky maybe you grab a power bar or Pop-Tart to eat as you rush to your train or in the car or maybe all you need is a big coffee. However, whether you make breakfast a priority or not can actually depend on many factors including what industry you work in.Best Mattress Brand polled 1,000 people (respondents ranged in age from 18 to 75 with an average age of 35) about their breakfast habits and found that those who worked in the legal industry did not start off their day with breakfast (24%.) Guess they never showed that part on Law Order. This group was followed by hospitality and technology workers. As for who does make breakfast a priority, people who work in absatzwirtschaft and advertising are all about that first meal of the day followed by those who work in education and arts and entertainment. Check ou t the rest of the industries in the infographic below.Boomers and breakfastAs for which generation cares about the breakfast the least it is Millennials for the win. Yup, in addition to golf and tuna they are also killing breakfast (but they do love a good brunch.) Baby Boomers are the most likely to eat breakfast followed by Gen X. Baby boomers ate breakfast nearly five days a week on average, whileGen Xers only did 3.8 days and Millennials were at 3.5.Interestingly people who got the best sleep, regardless of age, were 33% more likely to eat breakfast on a daily basis compared to those with poor sleep quality. Its like the more sleep you get the healthier you areThe most common excuse for skipping breakfast was lack of time. Over 60%said they were too busy in the mornings, and more than 40% of people admitted to oversleeping, and more than 1 in 3 said they had to prepare for the day ahead in lieu of nutrition. Here were some of the other top reasons for skipping Tony the Tigers fa vorite meal.

Your Guide to Negotiating Terms of Employment

Your Guide to Negotiating Terms of EmploymentYour Guide to Negotiating Terms of EmploymentTips on how to answer the million dollar interview question with confidence.It can come at the beginning of an official job interview. Other times it sneaks up right before the meeting is about to close. Under any circumstance, it can be a touchy subject and one that poised professionals are ready to manage when it comes. Exact phrasing varies but the meaning is clear What will it take for you to join our team (or What is it going to cost to get you here?)Does the very thought of being in this situation make your hands clammy, your heart race and the worrying begin? Unfortunately, part of accepting a job offer entails negotiating the terms of employment. Prepare your arsenal in advance and save yourself last-minute angst. Here are a few tips to help you conquer the situation with confidence and aplomb.1. Research market rates online and offline.Be prepared with figures and facts demonstrating yo ur value by knowing your worth in the market. Research what comparable positions with similar responsibilities command in your industry and in your locale. Offline, check within your network for current facts and figures or find a contact that is familiar with this employer and may know the interviewer.2. Be clear that your goal is fairness.You want to be compensated inline with what your colleagues are paid for comparable responsibilities, and you want to be rewarded for superior performance. Nothing more, and nothing less.3. Show that hiring you is not an expense.You will be able to add to the bottom line through increased sales, cost reductions and enhanced productivity. Have tables or charts to illustrate the impact your expertise will have, and use actual data if available.4. Never name an exact number.Avoid naming your desired salary, or for that matter, what you are currently making. Give a range which will allow you more room to negotiate for bonuses, benefits and time off, because no two jobs are the same, and no two candidates are alike.5. Have a bottom line in mind.What is this opportunity worth to you? What will you give up? What can you exchange to make the numbers work? Is there a must-have or uncompromising need? Then, be willing to be flexible on the rest.6. Take the focus off the dollars.Put the focus of the conversation squarely on the chance to have an impact, find solutions and move forward. Remember that this should be a win-win for you and your future employer. Make sure that they understand that you want this job and you are confident that if they also agree that you are the right choice, together you can make things work out.7. Discuss this with your future boss not their HR kooperation staff. Only the PL authority is able to go to bat, re-structure and re-allocate to get this deal together for you. Its their budget show them your skills right from the beginning with your abilities to negotiate for yourself

Engineering a New Test Track

Engineering a New Test Track Engineering a New Test Track Engineering a New Test TrackBy Thomas StefanchikFor mora than ten years now, Test Track has been one of the most popular attractions at Walt Disney Worlds Epcot Center, and with good reason. The white knuckle, 65 mph lap around the Test Track course is the longest and fastest ride in all of Disney World. And with its emphasis on vehicle design, safety and testing, the attraction has always been of special interest to engineers. As good as this attraction was, however, the folks at Disney, perhaps motivated by the phenomenal success of Universal Studios Wizarding World of Harry Potter, felt the need to improve upon it.Scheduled to re-open this fall (December 6, 2012), Chevrolet Design Center at Epcot will allow guests to become immersed in the world of automotive design, as they create their own custom vehicles, and then take them out for a spin.The Chevrolet Design Center will actually be the third iteration of a GM-sponsored pavilion at Epcot. When the park opened in 1982, the attraction was entitled World of Motion. Incorporating Disneys signature audio-animatronic figures, it featured a whimsical ride through the history of transportation, from the dawn of time to the present day (much the way Spaceship Earth tracks the history of communication). However, theme park competition grew ever more heated in Orlando once Universal Studios opened in 1989, and so by the mid-1990s Disney decided to re-imagine World of Motion, as a thrill ride. And thus Test Track was born.Estimated to cost more than $100 million, Test Track was in and of itself a wonder of engineering, one which encountered numerous road blocks on its way to opening. From 1997, its original opening date, to 1998, its actual opening, the attraction was subjected to numerous design changes, operational failures and soft openings.Operational glitches aside, the technical specifications of Test Track are nothing short of remarkableThe ride vehicle s each travel 140 miles per day, or 50,000 miles per year. That is approximately four times the average annual mileage a car is driven in the United States.The vehicles were designed to last for 1 million miles. That is equal to driving from the Earth to the moon more than four times.Making 100 million ride-system calculations per second, the vehicles three onboard computers have more processing power than the Space Shuttle.The engine is a 250 horsepower electric motor, giving it more horsepower than a Chevy Blazer.The chassis is made completely of composite materials.Goodyear provides the tires for the Test Track vehicles. They are at 70psi (pounds per square inch) instead of the usual 35. This makes the bumps feel intentionally bumpier.Each vehicle is equipped with 6 braking systems, whereas todays cars have only one or two systems.The Heat Room in which the vehicles pass through features 192 heat lamps baking guests at a toasty 140 Fahrenheit by comparison, the Cold Room is a mod erate 40 Fahrenheit.The test vehicle goes through 34 turns, climbs a three-story hill and speeds around a track banked at an angle of 50.It takes 8.8 seconds for the test vehicle to go from 0 to 65 mi/h.As technically impressive and flat-out thrilling, as Test Track was, the attraction lacked one attribute strong queuing area. The trend these days is for guests to be entertained and/or informed while enduring the inevitable, often interminable, lines for their favorite rides. (A perfect example of this is the interactive walk through Hogwarts which precedes Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey at Universals Islands of Adventure.) At Test Track, guests would simply shuffle their way through a large open area filled with test track dummies and spare auto parts.And so the attraction, as well as its queuing area, has been re-imagined once again. The new version will feature upbeat music, engaging media, dramatic lighting and a collection of Chevrolet concept cars and model vehicles, a ccording to a Disney spokesperson. Guests will use interactive design and styling workstations to create custom concept vehicles, after which they will hop aboard a SimCar ride vehicle and put their designs to the test through the twists, turns, and bumps of the Test Track course. The actual ride itself may or may not change based on the guests input, considering that up to 6 passengers will each have their own designs when entering the vehicles. Disney recently (and briefly) tested this technology on Test Track by handing select guests cards to hold throughout the ride. Its possible this technology will be incorporated into the new design stations, allowing guests to bring their concept car data onto the rides for testing along the way.After the ride, a new post-show area will feature special effects and scores on how well their custom concepts did. And guests will have the opportunity to marvel at the latest Chevrolets in Test Tracks high-tech showroom, a post-ride viewing area wh ich, although re-designed many times, has been part of the attraction since the World of Motion Days. In fact, in order to make the update happen, Disney and General Motors renewed their long-term business relationship with a new multi-year corporate alliance. And GM has been actively involved with Walt Disney Imagineering in the development of the design-centric Test Track experience.All of which means theyll be something for everyone, thrill-seekers, automotive fanatics, design engineers and theme park enthusiasts alike, when The Chevrolet Design Center at Epcot finally opens (December 6, 2012).Checkout Disneys latest blog/update on the new Test Track

How To Find Work Life Balance For Entrepreneurs

How To Find Work Life Balance For EntrepreneursHow To Find Work Life Balance For EntrepreneursHow To Find Work Life Balance For Entrepreneurs Pakroo, author of The Womens Small Business Start-Up Kit (Nolo, 2012)If youre at all like me, you probably feel like a broken record when catching up with friends and family. It pains me to hear myself saying for what seems like the millionth time, Oh, were super busy as usual or Life has been nuts for the last couple months or The insanity never endsIt can be particularly disheartening for small geschftliches miteinander owners to feel life spinning out of control, since so many entrepreneurs chose self-employment because they wanted a better life for themselves, on their own terms.As a business consultant and author who advises students and clients on this issue, I am certainly not immune I may even be a case study. Despite the efficient work habits and systems that Ive developed over the decades, I now find myself struggling and sweating to keep all the balls in the air due to a major life development having a baby eight months ago. With a bouncing baby in addition to my supercharged 4-year-old, I suddenly find myself pulling all-nighters again like a college student.The fact is, many small business owners struggle to keep a life balance. The good news is that there are simple ways to help tame a crazy, over-busy life. Ive learned the following tips from years of personal experience, and from working with scores of business owners doing similar juggling acts.Remember, these tips help bring things back into balance, but theres no such thing as achieving balance with any finality. Its all about the cycle and learning how to control it.Find your own rhythm. The best way to be productive and efficient is to develop work habits that align with your natural rhythms and temperament. Some people work best in crunch mode and flourish under deadline pressure. Others crumble under such conditions and need to chip away at projects diligently over time. Develop an awareness and sensitivity to what works for you, and develop habits accordingly.Remember the same will be true for your employees, and an environment that allows for diverse work styles can improve productivity and encourage employee loyalty.Learn to ride the waves and take time to rest. Something that has really worked for me over the years is to develop trust in the natural ebb and flow of productivity. When Im on a roll and feel the energy flowing, I go with it. (Though these days, with the new baby, going on a work bender is easier said than done.)When I feel that I can barely put two coherent thoughts together, I let myself rest even if its for days on end. And this is crucial I dont beat myself up during the down times. It took years, but finally I realized that the down times eventually come to an end and Ill feel the energy again. In fact, some researchers say your brain is doing important work during this down time, even if you dont thin k you are.Developing trust in this ebb/flow dynamic has been a major factor in my overall productivity.The same principle applies with your staff when a big project is completed, take some time for recognition and relaxationBe organized. Developing organizational skills and being methodical in your work has a simple, and powerful, benefit Youll get more work done with less time and effort. This in turn leaves you more time for your personal life family time, hobbies, athletics, social causes, or whatever floats your boat.Use organizational tools and systems that work best for you. Some people use a technology-heavy approach with personal digital assistants (PDAs), shared erreichbar calendars (like Googles), or project management software (like Basecamp). Others prefer to put pen to paper and use hard-copy lists and organizers.If you like the low-tech approach, go with it Use what works for you. Find out what organizational methods your employees find useful consider implementing th em across the company.Network with professional associates. Im always emphasizing the importance of networking for small business owners. But even if you work for someone else, networking is key. Even though its work-related and not exactly personal time, networking with professional contacts over coffee or lunch puts the personal into your work.Its incredibly energizing and motivating to interact with others in your field, especially if you have a job in which you usually work solo.Encourage your employees to do the same their conversations could lead to useful insights for your business.Nurture personal relationships. As a small business owner, its often difficult to impossible to let go of work. Make a conscious effort to create space for quality time with your loved ones. Make dates with family and friends and treat your commitments seriously including ones you make to your family.For some reason, maybe because we assume our families will be understanding, it seems that people are more cavalier about changing or cancelling family activities than plans with friends. Your family relationships will surely suffer if this becomes a habit. Commit to it just like your other business commitments.Honor this in your employees lives as well particularly for your top-performers who put in extra time and hours when you need it.Dont ignore the obvious. Live healthy. Eat well. Exercise regularly. Dont drink too much. Laugh a lot. Smell the jasmine. Encourage your staff to do the same.These small quality choices will help to create a balanced approach to life and business that will benefit both.Author BioPeri Pakroo is a business and communications consultant, specializing in legal and junges unternehmen issues for businesses and nonprofits. She has started, participated in and consulted with start-up businesses for 20 years. She is the author of The Womens Small Business Start-Up Kit (Nolo) and top-selling business books. Her blog is peripakroo.com. For more informatio n, please visit nolo.com follow the author on Twitter and Facebook. Go to WomensSmallBusinessStartUpKit to access an e-galley of The Womens Small Business Start-Up Kit on NetGalley. It can be read on the Nook, Kindle, Sony e-reader or on your computer.

What You Should Do to Find Out About The Best Way to Start a Statement on Your Rsum Is with _____. Before Youre Left Behind

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The Argument About Writing Skills for a Resume

The Argument About Writing Skills for a Resume The Appeal of Writing Skills for a Resume A technical writer should have strong communication skills, together with exceptional writing and grammar abilities. Unfortunately, writing a resume can be rather a challenge. Among the totally free expert Resume writers tips is that you want to stick to a personalized strategy. The following ideas will aid in improving your writing skills and turn you in excellent writer. Writing Skills for a Resume Secrets That No One Else Knows About Unfortunately, there are a number of candidates who underestimate the gist of the resume objective and dont pay much attention to it. For each resume you send out, you will want to highlight only the accomplishments and abilities which are most relevant to the job at hand (even if this indicates that you dont incorporate all your experience). To begin with, if youre seeing a great deal of hard skills that you just dont have, it could be far better move on to the next position. There are a few skills that will be utterly necessary for any successful candidate. Listing skills can allow you to stand out. In addition to the practical demand for developers in virtually every company, programming skills demonstrate advanced problem solving skills that could result in a well-rounded professional. Written language skills are an essential part of many positions in virtually every industry. If at all possible, guarantee the most valuable skills are highlighted under the latest employment. You dont wish to sound just like you are bragging, yet you wish to clearly demonstrate you have the jobs skills the employer is searching for. Whenever your resume is updated on a normal basis, youre all set to pounce when opportunity presents itself. When youre job searching, its imperative you share on your resume your skill set with regard to the position youre applying for. For example, if you try to apply for a Chinese-English interpreting jo b, you should be fluent in both languages otherwise you would not really qualify for the position. For instance, you may be hired to edit a book, in which case understanding of the books subject matter is a clear plus. Resume writing is an intimidating endeavor for anybody. You should have the capability to express your thoughts and thoughts in a very clear and concise fashion, both verbally and in writing. Reasons to acquire help... If you dont have the skill set to compose a winning resume, then getting the assistance of professional writers is a great idea. There are a couple distinct forms of skill sections and formatting options which you should think about when crafting your resume. Even a brief four-line job description could contain all the key terms you want to compile an appropriate evaluation of your abilities. As you proceed through the list of skills above, make a distinct list with the skills which you already possess. Then make a list of your matching skills that youre able to incorporate in your resume.