Industry Wages What are Companies Paying in Salaries

Industry Wages What are Companies Paying in Salaries As a recruiter or hiring manager, it is important to know how much the role you are advertising pays on average, this not only helps keep you competitive in a busy market but allows you to fill roles quicker and avoid lengthy negotiating periods. To help employers and recruiters stay ahead of their competition, RS Components have used Office for National Statistics (ONS) data to analyze the salaries of 270 roles across the UK to reveal the highest and lowest paying jobs across the UK. Average earnings The initial analysis of the ONS data found the average worker in the UK will earn £569 per week or, in other words, £29,558 per year. However, it was also found that this could vary greatly based on the type of role, age, and even gender. Differences in occupations In the UK, CEOs are, somewhat, unsurprisingly the highest-paid occupation; with CEOs earning an average of £97,083 per annum £67,525 more than the national average and over £21,000 per year more than the second-highest profession, a medical practitioner. The analysis of UK wages found medical practitioners earn around £75,855 per year, closely followed by marketing sales directors who receive the third-highest salary, at around £75,126 per year. At the other end of the scale, bar staff receives the lowest pay in the UK, earning an average of just £15,072 per year, 6.4 times less than CEOs. Meanwhile, the second lowest-earning workers are waiters and waitresses who earn £14,104 less than the national average, being paid a gross yearly salary of £15,454 ( £297 per week). In their analysis, RS Components found 57% of the 270 occupations earned less than the national average. However, the analysis also found 94% of ‘professional’ roles such as legal professionals, journalists newspaper editors, architects and civil engineers earn more than the average salary. Differences in age According to the RS Components analysis of the Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE), workers aged between 22 and 29 will earn £4,747 less than the UK’s national average per year, being paid an average of £24,840 per year. While the ASHE figure does sound like a healthy salary for someone in the graduate age range, Graduate Jobs estimates this could, in fact, be even less; with graduates earning somewhere between £19,000 and £22,000 per year. In comparison, the highest-earning age bracket is 40 to 49 years, where the average salary across the UK is £33,246, over £3,600 more than the nations average salary. Meanwhile, the second-highest age bracket is 30 to 39 years, with an average salary £1,744 higher than the national average, at £31,332 per year. Differences in gender While pay discrimination has long been outlawed, RS Components, in their analysis of the wages in the UK, noticed that, on average, men earnt £4,144 more than women per year. Highlighting the discrepancy that still plagues the workplace. The age group with the highest discrepancy of pay between the genders were those between 50 and 59, where men are paid £7,950 more per year than women. This is closely followed by 40 to 49-year-olds, where women in this age group earn £7,108 less than men of the same age per year. The closest age groups to equal pay are those under 30. Although this is something of a positive, there is still a difference of £1,840 per year between the salaries of men and women at the 22 to 29 age bracket. Even women under 21 earn £1,120 less than male counterparts. Overall, the analysis by RS Components indicates how different occupations are paid. While it isn’t too surprising to see CEOs come out on top, it is something of a surprise to see such a gap between them and the next highest salary. The additional analysis by RS Components reiterates the need for equal pay, with discrepancies between the genders reach as young as 16; when young adults are just entering the workforce often in part-time roles. About the author: RS Components is a trading brand of Electrocomponents PLC. With operations in 32 countries, we offer around 500,000 products through the internet, catalogues and at trade counters to over one million customers, shipping more than 44,000 parcels a day.  

Top Resume Writing Jobs in Perth, Western Australia

Top Resume Writing Jobs in Perth, Western AustraliaIn today's environment, a quality resume is critical for getting the first step to the interview. For many professionals, writing resumes and sending them out to job postings is a well-known part of the work process. However, while you may have worked hard to create your professional profile, it is important to know that there are many local opportunities available that could help you get your career moving in the right direction.Finding the perfect job requires a number of things. A good resume will help you get a shot at the interview that lands you the job you want. Employers are looking for fresh faces that have high potential and a solid experience. If you know where to look, you could be the perfect person for the position.One option that is becoming more popular among those looking for local resume writing jobs is one-on-one interviews. This method involves one on one interviews with hiring managers in order to get your resume noticed. This may be an option that is suitable for those who do not live in the area or those who cannot travel to attend the interview. By completing the interview over the phone, you could be saving money by avoiding paying to fly to the location.The Internet is a great place to look for local opportunities. There are many sites that will connect you with local opportunities within the industry that you are interested in. Some of these sites also give you the option of submitting your resume directly to the company. This option could give you a much higher chance of success if you have an outstanding professional resume that speaks to your capabilities.Those looking for local opportunities that could help get their career moving in the right direction can look into the local placement sites. These sites help employers match you with the best local job openings in the industry. Many of these opportunities are based on keywords. This means that the person is looking for individual s that are specifically seeking the opportunity.In this type of market, you may be able to find many of the top positions with great compensation. While there is great demand for the professional in the field, many of the professionals that are in demand also have an excellent resume. You may find yourself being one of the top candidates within the next few weeks.In many cases, these job opportunities are based on the ability to meet deadlines. In many industries, this is not an issue. However, it can become a concern when it comes to resume writing jobs. It is very important to be able to write a good resume and a good job description in order to meet the deadline.Since so many local opportunities are available, you should find one that suits your needs. Whether you need a short term job or long term employment, there are many opportunities available. If you know where to look, you could be the perfect candidate.

LinkedIn Profile 5 Reasons Recruiters Ignore Your Profile

Infographic/LinkedIn Profile â€" 5 Reasons Recruiters Ignore Your Profile Many job seekers tell me that recruiters ignore their LinkedIn profiles â€" that they dont get many profile page views. Because of this, Melanie Pinola of Lifehacker and I decided to create an infographic to address the problem.In addition to the infographic, Ive added links to blog posts that will help you fix the problems we show in the infographic. Check out the narrative that comes next and then the infographic below the narrative.97% of Recruiters Use LinkedInFirst, look at the stats on how many recruiters use LinkedIn. 97%! Thus, if you want a new job, you cant afford to have recruiters ignore your LinkedIn profile.In fact, according to Bullhorn, the only reason 64% of them show up on LinkedIn at all is to source candidates.Common LinkedIn Mistakes Job Seekers MakeNext, understand the most common mistakes job seekers make on LinkedIn. They include:Not connecting with recruiters on LinkedIn.Neglecting to add headshots to their profiles.Using boring, generic headlines.Neglecting to add the keywords recruiters use to look for them to their profiles.Not making their LinkedIn profiles public.Neglecting to grow their networks.Thus, if you want recruiters to view your profile, be findable as described above and as outlined in this infographic:2019 UpdateIts interesting to note that these problems are as common today as they were when Melanie and I prepared this infographic in 2013. Please feel free to share this around to friends and colleagues. LinkedIn is a great career advancement tool when people use it well!BTW, take a look at this article, including a screenshot, of what LinkedIn Recruiter users see about you in their first search results.Let’s Connect on LinkedInPlease don’t hesitate to invite me to connect on LinkedIn  here:  Donna Svei, Executive Resume Writer. The more I know about my readers, the better I can make my blog.Image: Fotolia/mast3r Updated April 2019 2013 2019, Donna Svei. All rights reserved.Donna SveiDonna Svei, an executive resume writer and former C-level executive, retained search consultant, and CPA, writes all of AvidCareerists posts. She has written for and been quoted by leading business, general, and career media outlets, including Forbes, Mashable, Fast Company, Entrepreneur, Business Insider, Lifehacker, Ask.com, Social Media Today, IT World, SmartBrief, Payscale, Business News Daily, and the Muse. Let her background and experience inform your job search strategy and decision making.Learn more about Donnas executive resume writing service or email Donna for more information. LinkedIn â€" What Recruiters Want (6 Posts)

How to Nudge Your Partner Down the Engagement Path

How to Nudge Your Partner Down the Engagement Path OK, men aren’t all bad. There’s enough to love there, even if sometimes they make you want to tear your hair out. One point in which they’re not particularly “on it” is when it comes to marriage. It’s not that they’re against the idea, it’s just that they’re not always as proactive as you’d like. They take way too long to get down on one knee, while all the while you’re just sitting there, waiting to be asked. While you can’t rush him along, you can nudge him in the right direction! We show you how to do it below. Take the advice, and you might just be engaged sooner than you think! Have a Marriage-Worthy Relationship There are no guarantees in life. Just because you’re both fully committed to each other now, there’s nothing to say that it won’t all come undone tomorrow, or some other point further on down the line. Relationships take work, and if you’re letting yours run on autopilot because you assume a proposal is inevitable, then you might be waiting a long time. If you want to get married, then have a marriage worthy relationship. If you make it impossible for him to think of marrying anyone other than you, he’ll get the message sooner rather than later. Talk In Terms of “We” When you’re married, you’re a bona fide team. But you don’t have to wait until you’re hitched to start thinking in terms of “we”; that can happen as soon as you feel it. A marriage is a union of two people, but the actual union happens well before the proposal; that’s just a natural evolution of the love. If you’re loyal to him and he’s loyal to you, then the engagement will naturally follow. The team aspect doesn’t just apply to here and now, either; it can apply to when you’re talking about the future, too. Big up the Love at Other Weddings If you’re getting to that age when everyone around you is getting married, then you’ll have the perfect opportunity to let your partner know that you’re ready. In any given year you’ll likely go to seven or so weddings. When you’re there, bask in the love; the affection that flows through a wedding is contagious. You don’t have to sing Elton John’s classic track “Can You Feel the Love Tonight?”: he’ll just get it. (But let’s just hope he doesn’t propose at someone elses wedding!) Subtle Hints It’s likely that he’s already thought about marriage, and that you’re already lightly discussed the possibility before. But if you think he’s in any doubt about your readiness, you can drop subtle hints into conversations about your commitment to him and the type of engagement you’d like. You can gently mention that you prefer more classic styles of rings, or the location that you think is the most romantic in your neighborhood. As you’re mentioning all these things, an image will slowly form in his mind about what you’re looking for: and he’ll know, in no uncertain terms, that marriage is not a terrifying proposition for you. Know His Friends and Family When you get married, you’re not just bringing your beloved into your world. You’re also bringing with them their closest friends and family. They won’t just be connections you know through your partner; they’ll be your nearest and dearest, too. But you can’t go from barely knowing them to knowing them inside out. As such, if you want your partner to get down on one knee, you’ll want to make an effort with his friends and family. If you fit in seamlessly into his world as in, you enjoy spending time with the people who are the most important in his world then he’ll know your marriage material. No Pressure You might be eager to get married. But there’s more to an engagement that just the shared love; it can be expensive, or the timing might not be right and so on. Just because he hasn’t asked you to be his wife just yet, that doesn’t mean that he won’t one day, or that he doesn’t already see you as the love of his life. So be happy. If you’re thinking about marriage, then you’ve already won the lottery of love: the ceremony and party is just the cherry on top of the delicious cake that is your love. Sometimes, your eagerness to get married might just detract from the happiness you should be feeling. Focus on the good times, and the rest will inevitably follow.

Tips to Format Your Writing Job Experience Resumes

Tips to Format Your Writing Job Experience ResumesA common question that is often asked about writing a resume is how to add writing job experience. This can be a very difficult task for many people who are unfamiliar with how this specific section of the application should be formatted. Writing a resume can be one of the most important parts of the entire application process and this is the main reason why it is very important to have all of the information you need up front. Here are some tips to help you properly format your writing job experience resume.First, when preparing a resume, always start by listing all of your skills. This list will be the basis for what you want to highlight in your resume. For example, if you are a stay-at-home parent and you worked as a bookkeeper before, then you would want to include that in your work experience section. If you have worked as a marketing coordinator, you will want to highlight that as well.Now, when it comes to your work experience , you will want to provide both past and current employment for each position you applied for. For example, if you worked as a case manager for three years, then you will want to write 'CLN' (Case Management) in the box next to your work experience. Then, you will want to provide your beginning and ending dates for each position and include your position title.Writing a writing resume can sometimes be a challenging task because there are so many different formats available. However, you should use a format that will allow you to easily locate information quickly. Remember, employers are more likely to read a resume with information highlighted in bold. So, if you want to make sure that your writing experience is highlighted, make sure that you use a 'BOLD' format on your resume.The other key to writing a resume is to make sure that your contact information is clearly visible. After all, you want to be able to reach the potential employer quickly. A good way to do this is to outline your contact information in large font at the top of your resume.Once you have listed your contact information, you will want to decide how you want to format the rest of your resume. Some people use a numbered format while others prefer to use a column format. However, it is important to remember that column format will only be effective if the number format is consistent.When you are doing the formatting for your writing resume, you should make sure that you don't use too many different fonts. You don't want to make your resume look cluttered. Use a solid color or at least the bold font for your writing resume.As you can see, writing a writing resume can be a daunting task. Therefore, it is essential that you learn how to properly format your resume so that it looks professional. Once you learn how to properly format your resume, then you will be well on your way to building your career.

Jab, Jab, Jab, Right Hook Launches

Jab, Jab, Jab, Right Hook Launches Gary Vaynerchuks newest book Jab, Jab, Jab, Right Hook: How to Tell Your Story in a Noisy Social World  launches! So whats the big deal? Gary Practices What He Preaches Throughout JJJRH, Gary talks about how to connect with your audience through the right  use of social media means. What this really comes down to for business owners, marketing teams, solo-practitioners, or community managers, it the need and ability to listen to what your potential customer is saying. Engagement with your peeps is what converts them into loyal customers! Gary does this all the time- this is why hes a master on social and why I support him! Dating back to 2010 And he still has the knack/gift (OK, a little bragging here, but honestly, I am so flattered that someone so big noticed little ol me!) Give, Give, Give, Ask You have to practice some boxing strategy in order to win over the loyalty or support of your fans, friends and supporters and in order to do that you have to give, give, give before you ask for anything. Not a difficult lesson but one too many users overlook. Just because someone follows your account doesnt mean they are a fan and will automatically purchase everything your throw their way! Give them stuff, value, help, edutainment, a laughstir emotion! You can preview a chapter  -click on preview. (give) Here is a link to a slideshare presentation about the number one mistake people make on Twitter. (give) Here are 5 case studies from the book. (give) Now go buy the book: Jab, Jab, Jab, Right Hook: How to Tell Your Story in a Noisy Social World  (affiliate link) Speak The Native Language Gary includes 80 case studies in JJJRH to help you see what works and what doesnt or didnt. A re-occurring theme and reason Gary fails a social update is that it didnt speak the native language of the platform it was posted on.  Sorry to tell you but, in order to get the kind of positive response you want from your followers or potential customers, you have to create content that is suited for the platform. DO NOT CROSS POST the same update across all your social networks. Yes, it saves time, but no, it probably wont crush it! (Nod to Garys first book.) Beginner, Intermediate or Advanced No matter what your experience level with social media, there are take-aways for every level! Job Seekers Take Note And what about job seekers? Will you benefit? ABSOLUTELY! Marketing is marketing! Listening is listening. Engaging is engaging! All the strategies in this book can be applied to how you market yourself to potential employers as well! Here is one of my favorite presentations by Gary and this is all about marketing yourself! Color Makes This Book Sticky One last reason to invest in this book is the use of color photos on heavy duty glossy paper! It is truly too pretty to stick in a book shelf or to order as an eBook! It is worthy of displaying on your coffee table or desk. Thanks Gary and Nate I want to thank Gary and Nate for sending me an advanced copy! I was a giddy kid opening it up when it arrived (geek that I am)! I think you will be too!

The New Social Business Card Poken Review - CareerEnlightenment.com

Using Poken to Stand Out from the CrowdDo you Poken?Poken? Whats that?A great way to separate yourself and show that you are on the cutting edge is to have access to cutting-edge technology. Its also a great ice breaker! Perhaps you even give a corporate recruiter an extra Poken theyll remember you, and get some use out of it.I brought 12 Pokens to a professional conference last month and gave them out. I had a lot of fun with this. By the end of the conference, I was fist-bumping new Poken contacts and starting some interesting discussions about social media innovation.The challenge is that for it to be totally useful, every single person needs to have one. So dont write off biz cards just yet. But while this is still new, you can take advantage of its quirkiness.Where Can You Get a Poken?In the U.S. you can get your Poken from Poken Zoo. They are about $20, and if you buy a bunch, theyre cheaper.You can learn more about Poken here:http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pokenhttp://blog.pron etworkingonline.com/tag/poken/http://poken.com/