4 Ways to Use Job Hopping to Your Advantage - The Muse

4 Ways to Use Job Hopping to Your Advantage - The Muse4 Ways to Use Job Hopping to Your AdvantageIts completely normal to change jobs every few years. The days when people clocked in and out at the saatkorn company for years (and years) on end are over- no one expects that anymore. In fact, you might even be judged if you stick around the same company for too long.And yes, with all this moving around, people dont develop the same kind of loyalty that comes with working at the same firm for 25 years. Again, thats OK. Whats notlage OK is bouncing around from position to position, leaving the job the second you get bored.Why? Because youll earn a reputation as a job hopper, and after you hop one too many times, employers will start to worry that youre not taking your career seriously. A 24-year-old exploring her options is fine. A 34-year-old whos had a different job every year since graduation, not so much.So, how can you prove youre committed to your career path without sticking aroun d at your current company forever? Well, there are four things you should do at every single job- for your own personal career growth, but also to prove to a hiring manager that youll make a positive impact on the company, regardless of long you stick around.1. Learn Something NewIf theres only one thing you can say to prove your time with a company welches well spent, it should be that youve learned something you didnt know before. Maybe you had a marketing position and you mastered a new software application thatll help you harvest and apply data to drive successful campaigns. Maybe you did some cross-functional work between operations and sales to better understand customer requirements. Or, maybe you attended weekly strategy sessions and drew some innovative conclusions on the future direction of your industry.Whatever you do, be sure youre always learning and growing. Most employers will give you these development opportunities, but smart employees will find a way to seize them regardless. If no ones offering this learning experience to you, seek it out within the company or take classes elsewhere.2. Accomplish Something HardIts no secret that career growth demands progress, and progress requires accomplishments. Thats why its easy to spot the difference between those who switch jobs out of boredom and those who do so to further their careers. The former group will come across as flighty and indecisive, unable to point to any worthwhile endeavors on a resume. The latter, on the other hand, will have meaningful and specific obstacles theyve surmounted.When youve only got a few years with a company, you need to demonstrate and test your ability as often as you can. These displays of productivity show future employers that youre a person who gets cracking on day one, someone who thrives on situation and achieving his or her goals. If there are currently no challenges in your way, create one (by launching a new initiative, not by deleting the companys data se rver), and overcome it.3. Make Some Mistakes, Then Learn From ThemLook, nobodys perfect. Advancing your career is a process that often requires a few stumbles along the way- so before you leave a job, be sure to try and tackle something you arent completely certain you can do. If you make mistakes, then so be it. Youll show people youre not afraid to test a theory and see what happens. In fact, you might discover theres more value to extract from your current position, in which case it might not be time to leave yet. Or you might uncover some truths about what you truly enjoy at work and where you want to go in the future.The bottom line is that character and determination are built through trial and error. So, be sure that each position you hold is one in which you have to overcome a difficulty, take responsibility, and inevitably grow from the experience.4. Get- and Stay- ConnectedEveryone knows that the world of recruiting and referrals has been forever changed by social media. I ts easier than ever to leverage networks like Twitter and LinkedIn to find new job opportunities, which is why you should establish connections with as many colleagues as you can while you are working with a company. You never know when youll be able to help them out with a referral down the road, or request a reference for yourself.Keep in mind that connecting- truly connecting- is about a lot more than just friending someone. Its about taking the time to get to know each person you add to your circle. While that can entail mentoring or teaming up for a project, it can also be as simple as grabbing a cup of coffee.With the number of career opportunities available today, its no surprise that people want to move around. But before you leave one job for the next, be sure youve done everything possible to get the most value out of the experience. If you dont, your resume will eventually reflect what youve missed- and more importantly, youll have let a good opportunity go to waste.

Bosses dont find you likable Here are13 reasons why

Bosses dont find you likable Here are13 reasons whyBosses dont find you likable Here are13 reasons whyWhile you might wish those days wherbeie a popularity contest mattered are over, the hard, cold truth is that being liked by those above you may make or break your career. As New York career coach, Carlota Zimmerman explains, likability can determine your life. From shopping to dating, whether its getting a good deal on your dream home, or student loans, getting upgraded on a plane, to receiving faster care at the ER, likable people tend to move to the front of the line, she says. You want your babo to like you since shes the one determining who will get the opportunities necessary to achieve their career potential, and goals. You want your boss to like you so that when shes planning to attend that huge industry conference in Shanghai, she picks you to join her in first class. You want your boss to like you, so that when sh*t gets real - as the young people say - she can go to bat for you.Follow Ladders on FlipboardFollow Ladders magazines on Flipboard covering Happiness, Productivity, Job Satisfaction, Neuroscience, and moraTo make sure youre putting your friendliest foot forward, avoid these blunders that might make your boss wish someone else was doing your job.You give your boss a lot to manageUnless youre at the top of the totem pole or standing atop that glass ceiling at your own company, parte of your role will always mean making your managers life easier. And while asking questions is part of learning and advancing your career, the more time your boss has to spend holding your hand, the more frustrated he or she might become. Your boss has a lot on their plate, and they dont have time to constantly babysit you. Micromanaging is leid fun for anyone, and though most employees say they dont like being micro-managed, if youre a lot of work, your boss probably feels like they have to use this method to get work done, explains career coach Colene Elridge. I nstead of constantly asking for reassurance, smart employees figure it out or come to the boss with a succinct description of the problem and potential solutions. If you find it tough to resist the urge to ping your boss several times a day, Elridge suggests finding a coach or a mentor outside of your office to build your confidence. Gain the skills you need to more effectively do your job. Then find a mentor that can help guide you through your career. Mentors are great at helping you grow and develop, Elridge says.You fake it and dont produce resultsCongrats You earned an awesome promotion or finally got the lead spot for a project you wanted to spear. But now, the pressure is on dropping the ball after a career growth moment can quickly make your boss doubt his or her decision. Though faking-it-until-you-make-it can work in certain cases, if youre throwing around fancy terms and answers, without actually understanding your responsibilities, you might make a big mess for your boss to clean up. I cant tell you the number of organizations Ive worked with who have employees who dont do their jobs. Meaning, they do everything but produce results. Some blame falls squarely on the organization for elend properly engaging their employees, but some falls on the individual. When you make the choice to not do your job, you make your boss have to work harder, and thats a key way to make them not like you. You were hired to do a job. Whatever the job is, there are expected results, and when you dont produce those results, theres a problem, Elridge says. Many people can stagnate for years at this level of middle management because they never learn how to stop bossing people and departure leading people. How do you start to grow as professional, in a meaningful, impactful way? Elridge says its a slippery slope that might require some soul-searching to figure out why youre working where youre working, and what might be keeping you from being less than motivated. From there , baby steps are key. If you dont like the work, consider a career change. If youre just in a bit of a slump, pull yourself together and set a deadline. Momentum changes things. When you see yourself complete a project or task, you build more momentum to do better work, she adds.Youre not straightforward about things that dont workNo matter if its your dream job or just a starter gig to get you to the company you truly want to work for, there are going to be issues that arrive in every workplace. Though ultimately, its your managers responsibility to address workflows, teams or programs that simply arent working, its also part of your role to flag miscommunication or difficulties youre having. Why? When something goes wrong, productivity is the first to suffer. Any good workplace knows how to handle conflict. A workplace without conflict entscheidung skills is a recipe for chaos. It is not uncommon that people lack conflict resolution skills. Avoidance is not a tactic. Conflict will happen, and though it can be uncomfortable, its not always a bad thing. If youre the schrift of person who avoids conflict or stirs up conflict in your office, my guess is your boss may not like you, Elridge says. Heres where its essential to put your creative thinking hat on by figuring out whats causing the trouble and how you might suggest fixing the issue to your boss. Approach your manager with a solution not just a complaint and let them take the reins from there.You dont impress himUsually, the bosss least favorite people are the ones who punch in the clock and contribute no more than they have to. Or they ask for more responsibility, but when asked to see a project through to the end, make excuses as to why they cant. The bottom line Promotable employees go above and beyond. So if youre not taking ownership for your own career path, why would you expect your boss to guide you along a highlighted, trackable path? Worst of all, if your boss has stopped coming to you because he knows he cant count on you, youre definitely not going anywhere in the company.There are only so many hours in the workday, and if your boss starts rolling her eyes, since shes just done with your discussions about why a project isnt finished youre in trouble. You want your boss to identify you as someone who solves problems, whom she can count on, not as someone who makes her life harder, Zimmerman says. Working in an office, making deadlines, keeping a business on track is difficult enough. When you consider that people have their own lives, with partners, children, mortgages, parents, Netflix queues, you begin to realize that very few good managers want any unnecessary stress in the office.Instead of doing the bare minimum and offloading the rest to your boss, consider why youre feeling disconnected. Your issues may be legitimate, but if they are making it difficult to get work done, if theyre contributing to a tense corporate environment, you and your issues may need to loo k for a new job, Zimmerman suggests.You make it all about you Bosses have to oversee teams, and the employee who is always trying to focus attention on themselves is a distraction to cooperation. Derailing team discussions to talk about your own goals, dominating planning, and refusing to see the bigger picture of team progress rather than your own are all manifestations of this attitude. While this type of self-first behavior might make you feel like a powerful executive at first, it doesnt do much to build a relationship with your co-workers, or more importantly, your boss. This applies on a personal level too when other people are talking, listen. You might not be interested in hearing about their random trip to the Finger Lakes, but its in your best interest to listen, anyway, as a way to show respect for their experiences.Consider this people you work with have to spend a minimum of eight hours a day with you. Wouldnt they prefer someone who is pleasant to spend that time with? People want to work with people that they like, not just people who are competent. Make an effort to develop a good working relationship with your boss. This does not necessarily mean that you always have to go out to lunch together. But it does mean that you should try to create a spirit of camaraderie between you, Zimmerman adds.You refuse to do simple tasksMaking copies? Creating a spreadsheet? Sending notes post-budget-planning meeting? Under no circumstances should you break any ethical standards for a boss, but for routine requests, the answer should always be - as far as you can swing it - yes. You might not find all of his or her tasks to be necessary, but your role is helping your higher-ups to meet deadlines and goals, so its worth your effort. If you dont do it or do it poorly you not only make yourself look bad, but the team, too.Years ago, I had a client who, on the first day of her new job, was given a detail-oriented project. She didnt do it. Not only did she not do the project, but she also spent time that could have been used to make her deadline, writing out a long letter of excuses and apologies. Needless to say, her management was furiousand within two months, that new job was only an old memory, Zimmerman says. You may not understand the reason for the deadline, you may disagree with it, but if youre really trying to climb the ladder, make the deadline.If youre actually strapped for time and cant do a deep-dive into data before 6 p.m.? Dont just cross your arms and refuse to do something. Show you can think strategically. Instead of saying, I cant do that, and expect the boss to fix it, point to facts and numbers and make a case for another way Because our budget cant cover this right now, its a challenge to get this project done. Have we considered hiring an fr sich or distributing the workload among other teams? Heres how that would work.You refuse to understand the struggle of bureaucracyIn very few cases does management responsibil ity mean snapping your fingers and getting what you want. Managing takes maneuvering. Being a boss is very often a matter of managing bureaucracy to get things done. Some bosses are good at it, and some are terrible. But whats never helpful is an employee whos constantly talking down the company or asking why something hasnt already happened by now, exactly the way that employee wants it.You can create major headaches for your boss and everyone else on the job if you dont understand bureaucracy. As frustrating as dealing with bureaucracy can be, there is a certain protocol that is expected, and if you try to bypass the workings of bureaucracy in order to get things done, you will ruffle feathers along the way, explains career coach Cheryl Palmer. Your boss will probably take the heat because of your bad decisions. This, in turn, will affect how the boss perceives you. The best thing to do is to learn how the bureaucracy works and work within the system.Not everyone is cut out for th e corporate world though, Palmer notes. If you cant see yourself conforming to the bureaucracy, she suggests looking for a job in a small company where there isnt as much bureaucracy to deal with or working for yourself.You make your boss look badJust like you, bosses like to look good in front of their bosses. If you do a good job, they look good. But if you undermine your boss by badmouthing them unreasonably to teammates or their own bosses, they usually find out, and they see you as a problem. A few years ago, a friend of mine was going through a rough patch in her life. She confided in a friend of hers, an attorney who owned a successful small practice, and he hired her, on a part-time basis, to help him out in the office. Sounds great, right? It was, except my friend simply couldnt stop herself from biting the hand that fed her. Whatever the boss said, she had to correct him, or one-up him, or simply make it clear to him that he might be a well-to-do lawyer, but she had a Mas ters degree, and he owed her respect, Zimmerman shared. After two weeks, all his compassion had drained away, and the next time she corrected him, he came down came the ax.There might be times when you dont agree with your employer or you think you could do a better job than him or her, but as Zimmerman says your boss is the boss and he or she is in charge. If you cant bite your tongue, you might want to consider seeking another job, where you can be at the top, or a manager you vibe better with.This article was first published n July 17, 2017.

Google looking to profit from orphans

Google looking to profit from orphansGoogle looking to profit from orphansA shorter version of Advantage Google, the essay at the back of yesterdays Times Book Review section, might read Dear Judge Chin Please reject the Google class action settlement, Rakoff-style. The proposed deal would settle the suit brought by authors and publishers against Google for copyright violations in connection with the companys digitization of millions of books. Professor Lewis Hyde makes the case that the settlements treatment of books with unknown copyright owners, (orphan works) violates the public side of the copyright bargain. Of more than seven million books scanned by Google so far, four to five million appear to be orphaned.If the settlement is approved, Google will be permitted to sell and otherwise commercialize these works and split the proceeds with a new Book Rights Registry, where the money will wait five years for absent owners to claim it. After five years, all unclaimed funds will be d istributed to the authors and publishers whose works the registry represents. Hyde points out an obvious harte nussNothing in the history of copyright can possibly allow for such indenture. In no case are third parties meant to profit, as the Google settlement would allow. To let them do so would be like letting an executor drain an estate whose rightful heirs cannot be found.The orphan works will effectively belong only to Google and the other settling parties. It will be almost impossible for any other online player to get the same right to use them. The only way a potential competitor could avoid the threat of statutory damages would be to do what Google did scan lots of books, attract plaintiffs willing to form a class with an opt out feature, negotiate a settlement and get it approved by a judge. Even for those with time and money to spare, that promises to be an insurmountable barrier to entry. Essentially, Hyde fears that if the settlement is approved in anything like its cu rrent form, Google will be granted an unlimited monopoly over electronic books.For anyone who hasread this accountof the metadata problems plaguingGoogles digitization project thus far, such a monopoly is an ominous prospect. -posted by brian

FlexJobs Talks Telecommuting and Flexible Jobs

FlexJobs Talks Telecommuting and Flexible Jobs Talks Telecommuting and Flexible Jobs CEO Sara Sutton was recently interviewed by Sharon Davis of 2Work-At-Home.com for the Your Way to Work at Home radio show. The interview covered the founding of and why Sara is so passionate about flexible work, as well as the telecommuting job market, avoiding job search scams, and finding flexible employment.In this interview, talks about how it got started and what it is all about. makes job searching faster, easier, and safer.We charge a small subscription fee to job seekers so that we can be 100% focused on providing job seekers the best experience possible (rather than focusing on employers, advertisements, etc.) and our service is completely dedicated helping job seekers find telecommuting and flexible jobs that fit their needs.Job seekers need to take responsibility for creating a great resume, following job application instructions, and finding resources to help them in their job search. pro vides lots of job search resources and advice, like skills testing, resume and cover letter advice, job search tips, and more. team of job researchers spend a combined 100+ hours every day searching for telecommuting and flexible jobs, weeding through scams, and screening employersListen to internet radio with 411Voices on Blog Talk Radio

What to Wear to A Job Interview - No Vans Allowed!

What to Wear to A Job Interview - No Vans AllowedWhat to Wear to A Job Interview - No Vans AllowedBased on how you dress, you have already made an impression on an interviewer before you say one single word.Every company has its own dress code how you dress on the job has very little to do with how you dress for a job interview. Here are a few guidelines for attire that is generally accepted at most job interviewsFor the GuysIt is rarely appropriate to dress down for a job interview regardless of company dress codes so dress appropriately for the position youre applying. Go conservative if you have any doubts.Wear a suit and by suit we mean the whole enchilada matching jacket and pants, dress shirt and tie and dont forget to wear matching socks and dress shoes (no Vans allowed).Shoes should be well polished and in good condition. No scuffed up or run-down heels.If youre still trying to fit into the suit your mom bought you when you were 15, its time to invest in a new suit It shou ld be comfortable and fit you well.Avoid anything loud and flashy.If you dont own an iron, buy one or get your interview clothing professionally cleaned. Theres nothing worse than showing up looking like you wore your dress shirt to bed the night before.Shower or bathe the morning of the interview and wear deodorant.Shave the morning of the interview, not the night before. If you have a full beard or mustache, make sure its trimmed and neat.Your hair should be neat and clean.Dont wear cologne or aftershave. Some people are allergic and wont appreciate your double dose of BOSS.Brush your teeth before you leave and dont eat anything until after the interview.Never smoke before an interview.For the LadiesIn most cases you should wear a suit with a skirt or pants. Be conservative.Make sure to wear a suit that is comfortable and fits well. If your jacket is too tight or your waistband is cutting you in two, you wont look or act your best.Suits should be simple and dark in color. Avoid an ything tight, short, bright or sheer. If you have any doubts about the length of your skirt, dont wear it. Knee-length skirts are suggested.Always wear a conservative blouse with a suit. No bright colors, zebra or leopard prints, lacy, sheer or too low-cut.Make sure your makeup and nail polish are neutral to your skin tone. Avoid bright or unusual colors or really long nails.Jewelry and hair accessories should be kept to a minimum. No flashy, shiny or distracting jewelry. Dont wear rings on every finger one ring per hand is best.Wear conservative shoes that are in good condition not scuffed or run-down in the heel. No open toe or open back shoes or shoes that you would wear on a date to a club. Basic pumps are flattering and never go out of style.If you dont own an iron, buy one or get your interview clothing professionally cleaned. Theres nothing worse than showing up looking like you wore your blouse to bed the night before.Shower or bathe the morning of the interview and wear de odorant.Your hair should be neat and clean and conservatively styled. No banana clips, scrunchies or elastics. No cheerleader ponytails, however you can wear a low ponytail or a barrette (not the little tiny ones that only hold your bangs back).Dont wear perfume some people are allergic and you dont want to smell overpowering.Brush your teeth before you leave and dont eat anything until after the interview.Never smoke before an interview.This may sound like a lot of rules just to apply for a job but these are the generally accepted guidelines to follow when trying to decide what to wear to an interview. You probably wont have to dress like every day but youll be taken more serious when you present yourself in a professional manner.

Facts, Fiction and Great Resume Templates

Facts, Fiction and Great Resume Templates There are many kinds of resume templates readily available online and you are able to pick the one which is suitable for your need. A resume builder enables you to display the structure of you resume in a friendly format, to be able to pick the best sections of the resume that you would like to publish. There is not anybody golden resume format. When you format your resume you wish to be sure your leave enough margin space to permit for printing. CareerAddict As a professional in any market, your CV is going to have to illustrate your experience and abilities in detail. If youre in the procedure for applying for different jobs, you may use an expert CV template to create effective resumes. Your resume should be formatted in an easy, professional way. Job specific trends of resumes allow health professionals to list all their credentials in 1 area on the resume. For example, if you have an important employment gap since your final p osition, you can want to use a functional resume rather than a chronological one. Every trade position has a particular set of skills that are needed at work and its crucial that you highlight your technical training in your resume. Customized Your Resume There are several diverse kinds of jobs that folks are applying for. Even in the event you would settle for just about any job, you should be specific once you write your objective. Hearsay, Lies and Great Resume Templates Update your resume so youve got a great master copy that could be easily modified to target each job you apply for. Notice how the example resumes are extremely specific when it has to do with technical skills. Developing a functional or skill-based resume is the ideal format to minimize a very long collection of jobs held or downplay the period of time spent in the workforce. Fortunately, free resume templates are available which can improve your chances Most fill in the blank templates concentrate on d uties and duties. Developing a nursing resume is difficult, notably since there are not any rules. In the market today, a higher amount of applicants per job, make obtaining a good position hard to find. It is normal to observe candidates make the mistake of waiting to highlight the most crucial points. No matter your degree of job practical understanding, your resume structure is essential to making your application stick out. A number of them come with variations so that you can select your favourite design. Try to remember, when youve finished personalizing your resume, youre not prepared to fill out an application yet. With the aid of the template it is possible to develop a flawless resume. Therefore, if you would like to make your resume stand out, utilizing an impressive template is a fantastic idea. Fortunately, there are many publishers around whove created incredible resume templates for fast editing and formatting in Word. So if its a paid site, the danger of s pam or plagiarism is reduced. If thats the case, resume templates can offer you with much needed aid. In some cases what you will need isnt a resume template in any way. Possessing a great resume format is crucial to organizing your data in a sense which will help you become noticed. Just make sure, whichever format you pick, which youre targeting it for the job that youre applying to. Have a peek at these examples to select which format is most suitable for you. Alessia Curcio via Behance There isnt a particular format that could fit everybodys needs. Resume templates that could be suited to your specific sort of industry can make a big difference. In reality, resume templates are a simple method to create a resume. You will locate a lot of different free resume templates to select from. Finally, some templates can be hard to work with and may wind up taking more time to update versus making your own style.

The Write Stuff

The Write Stuff The Write StuffPosted April 13, 2012, by Mike Kermode All businesses and occupations depend on writing and clear communication to function. Think about all the emails, letters and reports that you and your colleagues write each day, and how important it is to get your message across clearly to avoid confusion and misunderstanding. Not only that you, your intelligence and your professionalism will be judged by the quality of your writing. In todays business environment, being able to write well is crucial to success, and no one can afford to write poorly or sloppily. Its simply unprofessional. For some, writing is more than just a means to communicate with colleagues and clients it is the job, its your bread and butter, so you need to be able to string words together confidently, coherently and creatively. Why everyone needs to write well Writing is everywhere. Its one of the main ways in which we make the world meaningful, how we attempt to understand and talk a bout it. From novels to toaster instructions, poetry to pasta sauce ingredients writing gives the world around us meaning. Its also one of the main ways that we communicate with others, especially in the workplace. It pays to take the time and effort to learn to write well and that applies to everyone. Becoming a good writer leid only makes you a better communicator, able to express yourself more clearly so that people understand you, but also assists you to become a more astute thinker. George Orwell, writing in the middle of last century, linked sloppy language to sloppy thinking. Language, he wrote, becomes ugly and inaccurate because our thoughts are foolish, but the slovenliness of our language makes it easier for us to have foolish thoughts. The point is that the process is reversible. That means theres hope for all of us all it takes is a bit of effort and instruction. And unless youre in a job where you can slowly nurture your skills as a writer, the best and fastest way to improve your language and communication skills is to take a writing course or communications course. Writing for a living There are a host of roles where those with good language skills and creative flair can make a living with clear, punchy and catchy writing. Journalism is an obvious choice for those who enjoy conveying a good story with style and accuracy. Be it for online media, radio, newspapers, magazines or television, journalists depend on well-written words to convey clear, digestible messages to audiences everywhere. Public relations is another avenue for those with a flair for written communications. The success of PR professionals depends on their ability to craft convincing and creative content on behalf of organisations, and their skill at this can make the difference between positive or negative perceptions of an organisation or product. PR falls under the general category of communications, and communications professionals are needed in every industry to c ommunicate with media, social media and internally within organisations. Advertising and marketing use words to sway peoples decision-making. Creative, catchy copy can be the key to successful schlussverkauf and branding, and those with the right knack can enjoy a fun, challenging and lucrative career. Is there a slogan or catchphrase that you cant get out of your head? Blame those clever advertising and marketing writers. Publishing is another field where you can put your shrewd writing as well as editing skills to good use. Youll need an impeccable grasp of the English language, right down to spelling, grammar, syntax and overall structure, and a pedantic nature doesnt hurt. Editors and sub-editors need to have the talent to pick up a typo or grammatical error, and suggest alternative wording or structure that could have a substantial impact on the finished product. Not surprisingly, many English, journalism and communications graduates wind up working in the publishing indust ry. Writing as a creative outlet For all those who write for a living, theres a host of others who write simply for the joy of it, to express themselves creatively or who secretly hope to write the Great Australian Novel. Or at least make their fortunes writing the next Twilight or Harry Potter series. Being a creative writer can mean any number of things short story writer, memoir writer, journal writer, songwriter, poet. Whatever the case, you use the written word to tell your story, and theres a great deal of satisfaction to be gained from that. You just need to hone the right and write skills. Whether its writing poetry for small local publications, writing your own memoirs or plugging away at a slow-burn novel in the hope that it may one day be published, there are thousands of writers out there for whom writing is an enjoyable pastime, a source of entertainment and self-fulfilment. Writing courses Depending on who youre writing for, and why to boost your professional co mmunication skills, to get you a job writing for your favourite newspaper or to help you become the next J K Rowling, different courses will be appropriate. Creative writing courses will teach you how to research, how to edit your own work, how to structure a piece of writing, how to develop characters, and in some cases, how to market your writing to publishers or editors. Dont think that this kind of writing is the domain of the young aspirational writer, either. Creative writing courses are full of mature-aged students looking to change careers, or hone half-nurtured writing skills to pen ideas and stories rooted in life experience. For those who want to write for a living, courses in communications, journalism, PR, advertising and marketing will all help you to become a more skilled and effective writer so you can perform your job with panache. Write away Taking a writing course can open up a range of professions not limited to pure writing jobs. When you write well, youll be able to excel and advance in your chosen career, and express yourself like a true professional. 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