New Years Planning Mistake #3 Not Writing Your Goals Down - Classy Career Girl

New Years Planning Mistake #3 Not Writing Your Goals Down Heres an excerpt from my free 2015 Planning Workshop.   Have you listened yet? Click here to download it now and make 2015 your best year ever! I had an amazing 2014 and it was all because I carefully planned out my year at the end of 2013. I planned out how I was going to double my business income, have a baby, take a lot of time off to bond with my new baby, take 2 international trips and still keep my business going and thriving so that I could quit my corporate job and devote my time to my dream business full-time. If you are an ambitious woman with lots of goals and plans for 2015, this is DEFINITELY FOR YOU! Its time for a new year.  A fresh start.  Its time for a new chapter in your career or business. That is why I am covering the top 5 mistakes people make when creating their new years resolutions this week on the blog. Click here to read mistake #1 and click here to read mistake #2. Mistake #3: Not writing your goals down. You can’t just commit this to memory. Just the very process of writing them down, makes you so much more likely to achieve your goals. Theres a power in writing down a goal that begins to give it life and begins to move you toward that goal. When you do write something down, you set something in motion. And research shows that if you write down your goals, you are muck more likely to achieve them.   Plus then you can stop thinking and worrying about them because they are on paper! So write down your goals now and come back and share with us in the comments. What are your goals for 2015? Click here to register to join over 500 ambitious women in my free 2015 Planning Workshop!

Recent Warwick graduates share top career tips

Recent Warwick graduates share top career tips Graduation is always a joyous occasion; graduates catching up with their friends and celebrating their academic achievements, accompanied by proud parents, family members and partners. Also if youre lucky, sunshine. And there was certainly plenty of that this year, as Warwick graduates, guests and staff wilted quietly in the heat. We caught up with a number of former students,  where several were happy to tell us about their career plans and what they felt had contributed to their success in securing their job or further study offers. For students returning this autumn who will take their turn in the limelight next summer or the summer after, there is still time to take advantage of the hints and tips from these recent graduates. We wish all our recent graduates well and will be following up with those of you who would like help securing jobs or further study. Remember, as Warwick graduates you are entitled to careers support for life. We still have over 800 graduate level jobs available across several different sectors. For those students returning this autumn, we will be providing at least 150 opportunities during the year for you to meet graduate recruiters from different sectors, through careers fairs, events and presentations as well as alumni events in departments. 70% of recruiters do not mind what degree you are studying so make the most of the opportunities to explore and find out what kinds of careers might suit you. Make the most of the careers  support available to you while you are at University and keep an eye on our website to check whats happening. For returning Finalists we will be holding a Careers Event Finalists Get Ahead the week before term starts, so if you are back on campus and keen to get a head start on your career preparation before you are swamped with coursework and revision, look out for more details on the Careers website and to book.

Tips to Keep Your Makeup all Day long

Tips to Keep Your Makeup all Day long Makeup can take hours to apply, and it usually should last a long time. Therefore, melted foundation, fading lipstick, and splotchy concealer marks are so frustrating. No one wants to look in the mirror in the middle of the day and see all their hard work gone to waste. So, read on and follow a few simple but essential tips to make your lashes, eyes, and glowing skin a constant throughout a busy work day or an evening out. 1. Prepping Just like a wall needs to be prepared before repainting, your face needs to be washed before your makeup regime. Otherwise, the makeup will start melting quickly, not to mention trapping the existent dirt and oil on your face, causing possible breakouts or redness. After washing, apply a light moisturizer and let it work on your skin for a few minutes. Next, use a primer. This will help to create an airbrushed look that will last longer and prevent flakiness. 2. Thin layers of everything Like the spray paint can say, using a thin layer is always better than one or two thick ones. This applies to almost all areas of makeup; foundation, eyeshadow, and lipsticks. A gentle hand can work wonders, and make them last all day. 3. Focus on lipstick A pop of color on your lips can be all that’s needed to complete your look. Sadly, the lipstick is usually the first to fade. So, take a few precautions while applying your lip color to ensure that your look stays and feels fresh all day long. Satin lipstick is usually the way to go. This kind of lipstick texture is better at gliding on your lips than a matte one and more long-lasting and light than a creamy texture. A satin finish will make sure your color stays put. Exfoliate your lips and make sure they’re hydrated by using a lip balm before you apply lipstick. A satin lipstick would be moist enough not to require the lip balm, though. Use concealer/foundation on your lips so that the color is brought out. A lip liner would then help to seal the color and make it fast. The natural color of your lips must be canceled out or adjusted for to showcase the true color of your lipstick. Once you’re done with a layer of matte, creamy or satin lipstick, blot it before applying another coat. This will fix your lipstick in place. Before your last coat, put a one-ply tissue over your lips and dust with translucent powder (or just plain old baby powder. 4. Setting spray/powder A translucent powder or a setting spray could help your makeup stay better on your face. Setting spray should be used before and after makeup application for best results. The setting will also assist the makeup look more natural and smooth. 5. Be prepared No matter how many precautions you may take, you should be ready for emergencies. A small pouch of products to help you touch up your face can be a life-saver. Compact powder, a makeup stick, lipstick and blotting paper should be your staples. Conclusion: When wearing makeup, we should all do our best to preserve it. After all, we spent a lot of money and time on looking our best. Be sure to refrain from touching your makeup with your hands, and feel free to work all day and party all night!

Interview Series - Career Experts - Dorothy Tannahill-Moran from Introvert Whisperer Coaching CareerMetis.com

Interview Series - Career Experts - Dorothy Tannahill-Moran from Introvert Whisperer Coaching â€" CareerMetis.com In this interview series, we caught up with Dorothy Tannahill-Moranfrom Introvert Whisperer Coaching who shares her expertise and insights about job search, career change,etc.in today’s marketplace.Tell us a little bit about your company evalThe focus at Introvert Whisperer Coachingis on uncommon career advice for career success and promotions.How did you get started in this path?I spent 21 years in management at Intel Corp. In that time, I earned 9 promotions and managed a group of ~1000 people. I felt there was knowledge that I had to share that would be useful to those on the rise professionally.evalIs this something you decided early on in your career? I’ve been a coach for about 10 years but I decided to it about 1-2 years prior.What is the best Career Advice you’ve ever received?You can never get comfortable in your career or you become unwilling to make changes when you need to. Change is uncomfortable and that causes us to hang on to our jobs for too long sometimes. If you always have a bit of anxiety or are continuously thinking about your next move, you’ll be willing to jump on opportunities when they present themselves.evalWhat is the most exciting part of working in thisindustry? Seeing someone achieve their goals following guidance I gave to them.How do to stay abreast of the industry as an expert? Read â€" a lot.What are some of the things that you see job seekers struggle with the most?Job seekers seem to think applying to jobs online is the way to find a job. In fact, its the worst. You get your job through personal connections.evalWhat are the common mistakes that you see them do? Spend too much time online and not enough time connecting personally to people.How should job seekers approach job search today?Get a referral to a decision maker.Unemployment is at the lowest levels, why do you think that is? The economy has improved.What is the biggest trendWhat is one advice you would give someone just out of college today? Get experience i n your chosen field BEFORE you graduate. It will be much easier to get a good position if you do.What is one advice you would give someone who is switching careers?Don’t do a job search to “find something”. Figure out what you want to do first and then let that inform your actions.How should job seekers get the most out of LinkedIn?Your next job will come through or with another person. We all have to really understand that people or your network are your most important tool for finding a job. LinkedIn can help you reconnect with former friends, classmates, co-workers and bosses which is a huge asset to ensuring an adequate group of people in your network. You can also easily stay connected to them and keep nurturing the relationship not only through LI messaging but also to share some of the great content on the site.What is the biggest trendI do a weekly Friday email and companion FB Live video. All of them are about insights personally professionally to help a person with personal growth.What are the best resources you recommend to job seekers? Good use of LinkedIn.What is the best way for our audience to reach you? EmailConnect with or Follow Dorothy Tannahill-Moran on Social Media:LinkedInTwitterFacebook PageYouTube PageDorothy Tannahill-MoranandIntrovert Whisperere Coachinghave also been featured in our recent compilation of the most resourceful career experts and career blogs â€"Top Career Advice Websites. eval