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Should You Consider a Job Counter Offer?

When you receive a new offer for a job, your present employer may try to entice you to stay with a job counter offer. They may offer you more money or a better benefits package. Maybe they will offer you a better schedule or more time off. Whatever the offer is, it is up to you to decide whether to take them up on the offer or not. Keep in mind that there are many valid points and reasons why you would not want to accept a counter offer. After all, you already have a better job offer. If you choose to consider the counter offer at all, make sure you consider the following points:


Were You Stay At Home Mom That Is Having Employment History Issues?

Were you a stay at home mom÷ having problems getting a job because of your employment history?÷  I was÷ a stay at home mom for a year I finnaly got to the point where I wanted to go back to work.÷  Do you know there was a lot of temp agencies that would not accept my resume or let me put in a application because I hadn"t worked for six months in the last six months.÷  To me this is just a way to give people a hard time.÷  I mean come on mothers have been having and taking care of thier babies for at least the 1st year for÷ centries.÷  To me that should be considered a ligitimate job there is alot of hard work that goes into being a stay at home mom.÷  You still have that everyday tight schedule you have to stick to.÷  With the economy we are living in today, it is already not very many jobs hiring.÷ ÷ So to finnaly find a job that is hiring with hours that you can work and be turned down because you were a stay at home mom is very unfair.÷  I feel they need to come up with a new way to aproach this issue.÷  Because at the end of the day we need jobs just as well as the next person.÷  We should not be punished for having babies and trying to take care of them fo their 1st year.÷ 


Help for Ex-offenders Looking for Jobs: Body Language

The person that shows that he not only has the skills to get the job done, but can fit in with the people that are already there and presents a positive attitude will get the job.  You must understand that companies do not hire people.  People hire people.  The person that hires you must like you as a person.  Ið€™m not saying that if the interviewer likes you, you will get the job.  I am saying if he doesnð€™t like you, you have no chance.  Remember, you have a criminal record.  Being friendly will make the interviewer focus on your charm instead of your record!  You must be confident, friendly and likeable to get the job.

Your answers to questions are only part of what the interviewer is paying attention to.  Your body language will tell more about you than what you say.  Pay attention to the message that your body is sending.

Smile

Smiling is your most powerful body language tool.  For many former inmates smiling is difficult.  Some believe that smiling or other forms of kindness are signs of weakness.  You must get rid of that attitude if you are serious about finding a job.  A bright smile will open doors for you.  When we smile at others it sends a message of trust and sincerity.  Others feel safe and relax around those whose smiles are warm and genuine.  Ið€™ve heard things like ð€ÇI donð€™t like to smileð€Ý or ð€ÇI have nothing to smile about.ð€Ý  That type of attitude will keep you unemployed.  If you do not smile easily, I suggest you practice until it comes naturally to you. 

Posture

Your posture will make you look confident and professional.  When you stand and walk, make sure that your back is straight, your shoulders are back, and your chin is up.  When sitting, make sure your feet are flat on the floor, your back is straight, and your hands are on your lap.  If you have a portfolio or notepad, hold it on your lap.  Never fold your arms across your chest.  It sends a message that you are defensive.  Keeping your hands on your lap will keep you from doing annoying things with your hands.  When the interviewer speaks, lean forward occasionally to show that you are interested.

 

Eye Contact

Maintaining positive eye contact is important if you want to send a message that you are honest and sincere.  Those who have difficulty making eye contact when speaking or when spoken to make people uncomfortable and appear untrustworthy.

If you have trouble looking people in the eye, try looking at the bridge of the other personð€™s nose.  It will have the same effect.  Eye contact is very important in establishing trust, but do not stare.  It is o.k. to occasionally look away, just be sure that you have that all important eye contact when either one of you are speaking.

Handshake

An interviewer"s first impression of you is often formed when you shake hands.  A firm handshake communicates self confidence so you always want to offer your hand when meeting people.  This applies to men and women.  Always wait for the interviewer to offer his or her hand first.

When shaking hands, be sure to meet the interviewer with a firm grip.  A grip that is limp or weak leaves an impression of a weak character.  A grip that is too strong says that the person is insecure and has something to prove.  If your palms sweat, wipe them off before shaking hands.

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