Americans With Disabilities ActEmployers Obligations

Americans With Disabilities ActEmployers ObligationsAmericans With Disabilities Act- Employers ObligationsThe Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) makes it unlawful for an employer with 15 or more employees to discriminate against a qualified individual with a disability. The Michigan Persons with Disabilities Civil Rights Act, for example, which is similar to the ADA in many respects, covers employers with one or more employees. You need to make yourself aware of the laws in your city, state, or country so that you are up-to-date on how to avoid discrimination in your interaction with employees and potential employees. This article addresses a number of disability law issues relevant to employers. Make sure that you consult with your employment law attorney for your location to ensure that you are up to speed on any legislation which may affect your actions as an employer. Undoubtedly states in plus-rechnen to Michigan and other jurisdictions will have their own requirements in add ition to the Federal law. Protections Offered by the ADA for Employees and Potential Employees Who is protected by the ADA? The ADA applies to a rolle who has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities (like walking, standing, kneeling or breathing). Examples include individuals who have physical conditions such as epilepsy, diabetes, severe forms of arthritis, hypertension, or carpal tunnel syndrome, as well as individuals with mental impairments such as major depression, bipolar (manic-depressive) disorder, and mental retardation. Alcoholics are covered as well as recovering drug addicts. An individual with a disability must be able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without accommodation, in order to be protected by the ADA. The individual must also be otherwise qualified for the position. This means that an individual must be able to satisfy the job requirements for educational background, employment exper ience, skills, licenses, and any other job-related qualification standards. What qualifies as an essential function? Essential functions are the fundamental job duties of the position. Relevant factors include whether the reason the position exists is to perform that functionthe number of other employees available to perform the function andthe degree of expertise or skill that is required to perform the function. What employment practices are covered? The ADA makes it unlawful to discriminate in all employment practices, including recruitment, hiring, firing, pay, promotions, job assignments, training, leave, layoffs, benefits, etc. In addition, the ADA prohibits an employer from retaliating against an applicant or employee for asserting his or her rights under the ADA. The ADA also makes it unlawful to discriminate against an applicant or employee, whether disabled or leid, because of the individuals relationship or association with an individual with a disability. What does the ADA require an employer to do? Employers covered by the ADA have to make sure that people with disabilities have an equal opportunity to apply for jobs and to work in jobs for which they are qualifiedhave an equal opportunity to be promotedhave equal access to benefits and privileges of employment that are offered to other employees andare not harassed because of their disability. Further, an employer is also required to provide a reasonable accommodation if a person with a disability needs one in order to apply for a job, perform a job, or enjoy benefits equal to those offered to other employees. An employer does not have to provide any accommodation that would pose an undue hardship. What is a reasonable accommodation? Reasonable accommodations are adjustments or modifications provided by an employer to enable people with disabilities to enjoy equal employment opportunities. Accommodations vary depending upon the needs of the individual applicant or employee. Not all people w ith disabilities (or even all people who have the same disability) will require the same accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may, under some circumstances, include purchasing equipment or modifying existing equipmentmaking changes to facilities or work areasshifting responsibilities to other employees for minor tasksadjusting arrival or departure times, providing periodic breaks, or altering when certain tasks are performedallowing the employee to telework or work remotely for part or all of the job and/orallowing an employee to use accrued paid leave, and providing additional unpaid leave once an employee has exhausted all available leave. What is an undue hardship under the ADA? Undue hardship is defined as an action requiring significant difficulty or expense when considered in light of such factors as the nature and cost of the accommodation neededimpact of the accommodation on other employees and the organizations ability to conduct business andsize, type and overall f inancial resources of the employer. If providing a particular accommodation would result in undue hardship, an employer should consider whether another accommodation exists that would not. Additional Employer Questions About the ADA Can an employer consider health and safety issues in deciding whether to hire an applicant or to retain an employee with a disability? Yes. The ADA permits an employer to require that an individual not pose a direct threat to the health and safety of the individual to other employees, or to the public. A direct threat means a significant risk of substantial harm. When can an employer require a medical examination? The ADA prohibits medical examinations before a job offer was made. After a job has been offered and prior to the start of employment, a medical examination may be required and the job offer may be conditioned on the exam results. An examination must be required of every applicant in the same job category. If the employment offer is withd rawn due to medical findings, the employer must be able to show the rejection was job-related and a business necessity and that there was no reasonable accommodation that would enable the individual to perform the jobs essential functions. In light of the increase in employment lawsuits, effectively documenting this entire consideration is strongly recommended. Under the ADA, employers generally may not require medical examinations of employees except under the following circumstances to determine if the employee can do the essential functions of the job following a leave for illness or injury or if the employees fitness for duty is in questionafter an employee requests an accommodation, to determine if the employee has a disability covered by the ADA and what reasonable accommodations may be requiredif required for employer-provided health or life insurance or for voluntary participation in an employer-sponsored health program andif required by some federal law or regulation. In s ummary, while the ADA can cause employers to pause and worry about compliance, if you have done your level best to operate within the requirements of the law, you are treating employees and potential employees with fairness and justice for all. And, isnt this your core concept of you as an employer? DisclaimerPlease note that the information provided, while authoritative, is not guaranteed for accuracy and legality. The site is read by a world-wide audience andemployment lawsand regulations vary from state to state and country to country and from year to year. Please seek legal assistance, or assistance from State, Federal, or International governmental resources, to make certain your legal interpretation and decisions are correct for your location. This information is for guidance, ideas, and assistance. Furthermore, it is not comprehensive coverage of the subject. - Melvin Muskovitz is a member of Dykema s Labor and Employment Practice Group and represents employers in federal an d state courts, and before administrative agencies.

How to Keep Politics Out of Your Job Search

How to Keep Politics Out of Your Job SearchHow to Keep Politics Out of Your Job SearchThese days, youd be hard-pressed to find many people in the United States who dont have an opinion about politics- even if they were completely apolitical a few years ago. While youre always entitled to your point of view- on candidates, campaigns, and issues- it makes good sense to keep those opinions to yourself when job searching. Dont Share Your Political Opinions Why keep your politics private? Because, in most cases, you dont have a clue about the political persuasions of the person who is interviewing you or of the management and/or owners of the company that might be interested in hiring you. They might have a completely different opinion than you do and your advocating for your candidate of choice may hurt, instead of help, your chances of being hired. The current climate is so polarized, even discussing politics with someone who belongs to the same cocktailparty and/or holds the same p oints of view isnt necessarily safe. Its easy to get into the weeds with the details of this law or that party platform, and lose any connection you might have forged with someone who theoretically agrees with you. Beyond that, employers want to hire candidates with the soft skills needed to succeed in their organization. That means being able to communicate with and work alongside people who dont agree with you. If you come into a job interview, opinions blazing, you may give them the impression that youre not a team player. Unless you are applying for a job with a politician or a non-profit organization that is politically oriented, there is no need for politics to be involved. Coming from a family thats a mix of Democrats, Republicans, Conservatives, and a lone Independent, I know full well that political discussions can be tough enough when you know the people involved well. Weve had more than a few heated discussions at the dinner table. Theres no need to go there with stranger s unless your political opinions are going to be part of your job description. How best to keep politics out of your job search? Here are a few tips Do not advertise your political affiliation unless it will benefit you. If you are applying for a job at your local town hall, which is staunchly Democrat, dont mention that youre a Conservative. If you are applying for a job with your local Congressman and youre both from the same political party, by all means mention it.Dont walk into an interview wearing a donkey pin. Even if the company isnt political, the interviewer might be. And if he or she is a staunch Republican, you may not get past the screening interview. saatkorn goes for any other jewelry, shirts, scarves, what-have-you, that clearly indicates your party affiliation. In general, when picking an interview outfit, its best to choose clothing that doesnt pull focus from the conversation. You want to make an impression with your words, not your accessories. Do you have a pers onal website or blog that shouts your viewpoints to the world? Dont bring it up during an interview. If you are really radical (in either direction) you might want to consider using only your first name or a different last name on the site, depending on what type of jobs you are applying for. Radical politics and the corporate world often dont mix.If you have volunteered for a political campaign, you may not (and dont have to) include it on your resume. What you do on your own time is your business, and potential employers have no need to know. In fact, it may be best to keep your political and professional lives separate- again, unless youre working for a political organization. What if you are asked which party you belong to or which candidate you support in an interview? In the United States, it isnt legal to ask what political party you are affiliated with. However, just because it isnt legal doesnt mean that you wont be asked. You can opt not to answer the question or diplomati cally say that you havent decided yet. When it can benefit you, use your politics to your advantage. Otherwise, be discreet when you job search and keep politics out of the process.

Learn About Tech Careers at Ernst Young

Learn About Tech Careers at ernsthaftigkeit YoungLearn About Tech Careers at Ernst YoungErnst Young is a global integrated professional services organization offering assurance, tax, transaction and other advisory services including IT audits and consulting. The company is based in London, UK, with 709 offices in 140 countries, over 70 of which are in the United States. It employs 152,000 people worldwide. Global revenue in 2011 was $22.9 billion.Ernst Youngwas founded in 1989 when Ernst Whinney and Arthur Young Co. merged. The companys roots go back to 1849. IT-Based Advisory Positions Ernst Young hiresITadvisers and risk and assurance specialists worldwide.Ernst Young Advisory Servicesemploys 18,000 people in a practice generating $4 billion in revenue. At the time of publication, there are over 200 open positions in the US alone, in just about every region of the country. Specializations includeITauditors, data protection specialists, application risk and controls spec ialists and analysts. IT-based advisory services are divided into two segments IT Advisory Services and IT Risk and Assurance Services. IT Advisory Services work with clients to develop improved business performance in their IT systems and ensuring these systems provide a good return on their investment costs. These services include sourcing and outsourcing, application infrastructure optimization, and architecture consolidation, especially in the areas of financial software, supply chain management, and client relationship management (CRM) software, etc. Ernst Young also advises clients on core ERP systems, including migration management and overseeing the work of 3rd party vendors. IT Risk and Assurance Services assist clients in managing risk. This includes IT controls services, which minimize risks in applications and IT infrastructure, with an emphasis today in the risks associated with mobile technology, social media, andcloud computing. IT Support Positions Most IT posi tions at Ernst Young are in the Core Business Services sector of the company, which are jobs that support the companys organization, as opposed to the advisory position which works with clients. IT positions include help desk, network and data center services, telecommunications and IT product support. At the time of publication, there are about 200 technical positions open in the United States alone, fruchtwein of which are in based in Secaucus, New Jersey Atlanta, Georgia Columbus, Ohio and Dallas, Texas. A sample of these positions include IT Risk AssuranceDesktop Reporting AnalystIT Support SpecialistsSenior Project ManagerApplication SpecialistsSenior Applications ArchitectJava Script, HTML5, CSS3, .Net DevelopersSecurity Policy SpecialistSecurity Compliance SpecialistsBusiness Process AnalystsSharePoint Information SecurityUnified Communications SecurityIdentity and Access Management SecuritySharepoint Application ArchitectPeopleSoft HRMS SupportPeopleSoft QA Testing Manage rMicrosoft Business IntelligenceService Line Data Center Administrator Network Team Lead.NET ArchitectsIT Enterprise Operations AdministratorData Warehouse Program ManagerVideo Conference Team Lead Company Culture Ernst Young prides itself in having a globally diverse and inclusivecorporate culturebased on experience, skills, and leadership among employees. The company strives in building relationships between its employees and its clients. Ernst Young defines its culture in three areas Inclusiveness, Development, and Engagement. Employees are encouraged to speak up, continue learning and coaching others, and to engage with each other, as well as with clients and management, towards achieving personal and professional goals. Applying at Ernst Young All open positions are posted on the Ernst YoungGlobal Careerspage. You can search for positions with keywords and narrow down results by job field, as well as by country and State. To apply for a position, you will need to cr eate an account or sign in with a Taleo, Google or Yahoo account. Regardless of which position you are applying for, the company looks for candidates who have a genuine sense of self and who can demonstrate authenticity, leadership skills and an ability to work well in a team.

Case Study 6 Insights About Millennial Employees

Case Study 6 Insights About Millennial EmployeesCase Study 6 Insights About Millennial EmployeesIt seems as if each new generation that enters the workforce brings with them their own unique take on the career world. While older generations may be inclined to write these traits off as those youngins quirks, its these fresh perspectives that often drive businesses to new heights by challenging the concept of business as usual in favor of innovation and improved efficiency. Baby boomers had their work ethic and Gen-X ushered in a wave of technology that companies are still riding to new heights today. The newest generation to hit cash registers, conference rooms and c-suites are the millennials. Barely know what an emoji or BAE is, much less how to interact and get the most out of the newest and youngest members of yur professional team? Never fear We tightened up our laces, pulled up our suspenders and braved the opinions of eight of our own fresh-faced, millennial, college grads to f ind out just what makes this generation different from those that came before and were ready to pass along those valuable insights to you.Make a Connection During the Hiring ProcessThe application processes I went through were 90% digital until someone talks to you. It was nice to able to talk to someone here before I even put in the application. Once you get in front of someone, its easy. Dillon WWhile millennials may embrace the framework and advantages of the tech boom that came before them, when it comes to meeting their future employers its all about that personal connection that helps them feel at home. Less of a fad and more of a well-established tool, technology will only get you so far in scoring the cream of the crop in recent graduates. Ditch the automated template and write an individual email or, better yet, spielblttchen up the phone for a call to start More than Just the BenjaminsI turned down a job offer because I would have had to move to Arizona for a year for tra ining. Samantha P.Millennials show a trend towards staying close to friends and family, even at the expense of career prospects. Building and maintaining community and closeness will often outweigh that new job in a big city far away. Corporations may need to up their moving incentive, or consider remote work possibilities if this emerging trend shows staying power.That First Job is a Big First StepI double checked with my parents on the health benefits because obviously they have more experience with that. -Taylor W.While certainly an independent generation, millennials show less of a desire to fly the coup and set off on their own than prior generations. This trait, born from a more stable and connected time in history for coming of age, means that that first job can seem more momentous and less of a goal in need of crushing. Expect younger employees to weigh their options and accept that first position with caution and eyes wide open.Making the Transition from School to WorkIn s chool youre doing all this for a grade and it only affects you. When youre working for a company, the results of your work affect the entire company. So its a different dynamic in terms of what the results of your work really mean. Anna E.While earlier generations often were forced by necessity to work their way through college or even high school, brightened economic conditions mean that millennials first foray into the workforce is often after theyve completed school. This quick transition could mean that your young employees need an adjusted training schedule or perhaps additional support in adapting to modern work culture if they havent previously been exposed.Education that Better Prepares Candidates for WorkSchool teaches you how to think, how to approach and solve problems. Justin C.Just as generations change, so does the educational theories and systems that prep them for life in the job world. More modern educational trends have seen schools adapting to big picture thinki ng, making millennials quicker to adapt to complicated and integrated work environments. With this shift in thinking, you definitely wont be seeing many one-trick ponies in younger candidate crops.A Passion for the JobI get really excited about things I believe in. When I found out exactly what Simply Hired does, its a lot easier to sell something youve used and know can help people. Dillon W.Last but not least, millennials more than generations that have come before feel a need to be personally invested in the companies and clients they work for. Its not enough for these committed individuals to collect a paycheck, they also look for meaning and purposes in the work that they do. Whether its scanning items at retail or analyzing data sheets, take the time to explain your business mission and find yourself with a much more engaged and devoted employee.This Article was updated on August 1, 2017

The Good, the Bad and Salesman Resume

The Good, the Bad and Salesman Resume Its also vital for an automobile salesperson to understand how to effectively close an offer. The question of the way to get an auto salesman license really is dependent on the state in which you sell. The same as a great automobile salesman should. There are a few expert car salesmen out there making a really good living selling new and pre-owned cars. Sure a vehicle is a must but its still not a simple product to sell. For starters, despite financing programs readily available, purchasing a car can be a drain on savings. There are two kinds of car dealerships. After you are hired by means of an automobile dealership theyll supply you with the particulars of getting your vehicle salesman license. Finding the Best Salesman Resume To receive your application even viewed, you have to sell yourself forcefully. No matter your degree of job knowledge, your resume structure is crucial to making your application stick out. Irrespective of y our degree of work practical expertise, your resume format is imperative to making your program stick out. Your choices are plentiful Finding the Best Salesman Resume One of the absolute fruchtwein important qualifications of an effective salesperson is being in a position to recognize the requirements of each customer. The salaries and bonuses can be very high, but its also highly competitive, and it can be quite hard to get your foot in the door. Because salesmen are liable for both revenue generation and client retention, each of which are of extreme value to employers. With a superior vehicle salesman resume, youll be in a position to articulate why you ought to be hired for a specific job. You would like your acceptance letter to seem clean and crisp. The demand for an automobile salesman resume cover letter is a matter of private option, but not quite as critical as it is with different professions. If you dont locate the precise resolution you are seeking, then go f or a native or greater resolution. If you would like to work as a Salesman, concentrate on the subsequent. In case the organization is skimming resumes, then she wants in order to find the crucial details without needing to carefully examine the resume. To be successful in practically any sort of sales occupation, you want the skills to convince a person to purchase your organizations product. Last, you will need complex abilities, such as customer assistance, the capability to forecast the way the marketplace will change in the coming months and years, and the capability to determine target audiences and suitable pricing for your merchandise. Luckily, you do that each day in your sales work, which means you know the drill. In the end, employers are constantly searching for men and women who never quit learning and advancing their expertise and techniques. In addition to empathy, salespeople should have good listening abilities. Learn more on the subject of the top skills e mployers search for in candidates. In case you were incarcerated, you need to demonstrate the employer reason why they need to feel youre no longer precisely the identical man that was simply arrested. Read the work description like your life is dependent on it. You must highlight your love for the job and the way that it can help you to be more mindful of the probable things that you should encounter on a daily basis. Bonus points if you comb through the business website and socials too to have a better feeling of what it is theyre searching for. Salespeople cannot get away with just charm and inexpensive tricks, since todays buyers are a lot more educated. In sales, they expect you to be persistent. One of the most frequent metrics of success for auto salespeople is the way good they are at hitting their quotas. Its also vital for an effective salesman to be knowledgeable about the item or service he sells and to have the ability to present it so the customers understand that, so excellent presentation skills are also an important portion of the salesmans job description. After a promising Summary, your Hiring Manager will be eager to understand how exactly youre able to help their company. Sales is getting more and more of a data science. In addition, you can find out more about sales careers on Monster.

The Number One Question You Must Ask for Powerful Words Resume Writing

The Number One Question You Must Ask for Powerful Words Resume Writing The Foolproof Powerful Words Resume Writing Strategy Attempt not to look like youre a mimic and you are just borrowing their words for your resume. Its going be simple to pick up the sentence from that point. Both sentences describe the exact same act. What You Can Do About Powerful Words Resume Writing Starting in the Next 2 Minutes You may read more regarding the use of power words, here. Power Resume Words will make help you distinguish yourself from your competition and raise your probability of getting hired Marketers using power words. Power words are used for many explanations. The aim of your resume is to convince the hiring manager that youve got the skills that make you the ideal person to fulfill their requirements. The practice of resume writing has gotten so generic that lots of organizations already know what things to find in about eighty-five percent of resumes, consequently, the lone way in most cases to have the ability to secure a small bit of advantage is to be fluid with the building of your resume and try as much as possible to prevent cliches. If youre asking for work that doesnt require employees to work onsite, dont neglect to include your capacity to be productive when working independently at a different site. Finding your fantasy job is serious organization. The Upside to Powerful Words Resume Writing The job requirements are an excellent distributionspolitik to begin. Your very first task in a thriving job application is to become past the initial scanning and selection approach. Refer To Job Description The work description is your manual if you wish to know which keywords you need to use. Whenever your dream job is at stake, it is worth it to devote time developing a document that takes your job applications to the next level. What Is So Fascinating About Powerful Words Resume Writing? You should make an effort to include action verbs ins ide your text to reveal your capacity to be prosperous. On a resume you need to use actionable language and strong words. By comparison, power words generally have strong meanings. More precise words may also add a little formality to your actions, she states. The keywords in your resume can help you get selected for a work interview. Resume writing is daunting work for those who write a resume once annually, or once a decade sometimes. Just take a look at the work description, in case you have this, and customize your resume accordingly. The very first way youre able to use words to help you is to concentrate on keywords from the work listing. Life, Death, and Powerful Words Resume Writing As an example, lets say you wish to receive your reader to comprehend the antioxidant power of dandelion tea. Therefore, before you begin writing your resume, consider what it is youre attempting to realize. The impression you make it from the second case in point is far more powerfu l. If you employ the word lumbered, you have the image of Michael being maybe a little chunky.

Difference Between Resume and Cv at a Glance

Difference Between Resume and Cv at a Glance Ok, I Think I Understand Difference Between Resume and Cv, Now Tell Me About Difference Between Resume and Cv Volunteer experience can indicate a generous spirit, and a willingness to enlarge your horizons professionally. Applying for employment is a trying endeavor. From as little as $125 Absolute Resume can let you create a resume that will greatly enhance your odds of getting hired. The target of your retail CV is to demonstrate that youre a dedicated and capable employee whos great for the retail position youre applying to. In a few countries, a CV is typically the very first item a possible employer encounters about the job seeker and is typically utilized to screen applicants, often followed by means of an interview. Needless to say, a CV is for anyone seeking to apply for employment or admission to a certain position. Writing the perfect CV is a significant step towards gaining your fantasy job. What You Need to Do About D ifference Between Resume and Cv Beginning in the Next Five Minutes Very good CVs have to be optimised with key words pertinent to the jobs youre applying for. Resumes are rarely longer than one page. Writing a Programmer cv template is a simple endeavor. Tailor your CV Tweak your CV so that it highlights the skills which are most relevant to the job which youre applying for. Being aware of whats relevant, what things to disregard and just how to compose a CV can be complicated. While CVs have to be smart, professional and simple to read, its the content that you ought to prioritise. Tailoring your CV is vital and thus the mora effort that you put into it the better. Top Difference between Resume and Cv Choices The skills-based CV gives you the ability to concentrate on the skills you have developed in several regions of your life. When applying for particular schrifts of positions in the usa, and for most international employment and educational opportunities, you will requir e a curriculum vitae, commonly known as a CV. The absolute most prosperous resumes concentrate on specific position-related abilities, relevant regions of expertise, quantifiable accomplishments, and professional certifications. The Hidden Secret of Difference Between Resume and Cv A CV form youre looking for should consist of such information and ought to look in order for your employer ideally gets flabbergasted, as the exaggerated saying goes. The presentation and content of resumes and CVs varies from nation to nation, so take into consideration these notes weve prepared for you on the best way to compose a resume for the USA. While they have a static structure, resumes may include different information in different sections, depending on the type of work. Also, CVs and covering letters ought to be composed in your words. Many people arent aware regarding the difference between resume and CV. For those who have language ability in something besides English, therefore, be certain to mention it. Remember if you say youre able to do something you might be asked about it at an interview The very first point to think about is the layout of your document. There are a number of CVs utilised in the united kingdom today and whilst its correct that youre able to have different formats of CV, you also will need to consider the kind of job youre applying for, the organisations culture, your experience and the way you desire to sell yourself to the employer. Knowing what information your CV should showcase and presenting that data in a way thats appealing to recruiters is the very first step to creating a thriving CV. Make certain you include everything thats related to the job. Once youve reviewed resumes in your field, peruse resumes across fields to learn how to vary using action verbs and receive a feel for what makes a potent accomplishment statement. Introducing Difference Between Resume and Cv As the persons career grows, their CV is updated to i ncorporate any new info. You will probably need a CV when applying for a work abroad. You may never fail with the standard CV because its the one which most employers expect to see. You wont have the ability to tailor your CV to a particular job if youre posting it on a CV database, so be aya it covers all of your major achievements. You might also observe the Sample CVs. Make certain that its the ideal example of a CV possible. The employer wont expect you to have loads of experience, so if your CV is simply a page long, that should be OK. Yours sincerely, Name Always make sure your CV is updated, and relevant to the demands of the employer. You also need to take a look at our post How to Write a CV to learn more. Contact details Positioned on top of your CV should become your name.

People Are Lazy (Which is Good for Your Job Search)

People Are Lazy (Which is Good for Your Job Search)People Are Lazy (Which is Good for Your Job Search)People Are Lazy (Which is Good for Your Job Search)If youre a fan of the TV show House, you know Dr. House lives by one theory Everybody lies. His expertise is treating patients with hard-to-diagnose illnesses. By assuming everybody will lie about their symptoms or their behaviors, he never wastes time following up on misinformation. For job seekers, theres a different theory you should live by People are lazy. Lets face it, when given a choice, people like to take the easy way out. If you let this theory guide all your job search efforts, youll be way ahead of the game. Before you get defensive, I realize it may not be laziness so much as the fact that were so busy, or uncertain, or whatever. But for our purposes, lets just stick with the term lazy. The outcome is the same.Peoples inherent laziness is good for your job search because it means most of your competitors wont put in the extra time and effort to build a targeted resume and cover letter. It also means employers (who are also people, therefore, also lazy) dont actually read resumes. They do a quick scan, and decide within 10 or 15 seconds whether to keep reading. Result Your competitors slap-dash efforts are quickly sent to the reject pile.The only drawback is, in order to take advantage of other peoples laziness, you have to be the one who isnt lazy. Its work, but its worth it. If you make it easy for those lazy employers to see your value, theyll appreciate it, and your resume will rise above the other candidates.Here are a few examples of what Im talking aboutA good cover letter makes it easy to see that youre enthusiastic, youve done your homework, and you have the skills they need.Up-to-date contact information makes it easy for employers to reach you for interviews and follow-up.Summarizing your qualifications at the top of your resume makes it easy for readers to spot the important details in their initial 10-second scan.Brief descriptions of the kind and size of businesses you worked for make it easy for employers to put your experience in context.Removing old job duties from your resume that have no relation to the job youre targeting makes it easy to pinpoint your relevant experience.

ASMEs Five Strategic Technologies Robotics

ASMEs Five Strategic Technologies Robotics ASMEs Five Strategic Technologies Robotics ASMEs Five Strategic Technologies RoboticsThis is the second in a series of ASME News articles on the Societys five strategic technology focus areas robotics, bioengineering, clean energy, manufacturing and pressure technology. This article will focus on ASMEs activities related to the topic of robotics.Much like the area of manufacturing, which was the focus of an article in the belastung issue of ASME News, robotics was selected as an area where ASME and its products, programs and technical content could impact and possibly expedite industry solutions in the growing global robotics market.ASMEs research community has long been involved in robotics through auffhrungs such as the annual International Design Engineering Technical Conferences Computers and Information in Engineering Conference (IDETC/CIE). This years event, to be held from Aug. 8-12 in Anaheim, Calif., will feature the Conference on Mechanisms and Robotics, now in its 43rd year, as well as 11 other conferences. In addition, the Societys Dynamics Systems and Control Conference will be offered from Oct. 8-11 in Park City, Utah. The technical program typically covers the modeling, simulation, analysis, design and control of dynamic systems. Conference topics include control theory, industrial applications and innovations in dynamic systems and control education. With ASMEs growing presence in the research community, the Society now aims to expand its presence in manufacturing applications for robotics. According to the International Federation of Robotics, the global market for robotics systems for manufacturing was $40 billion in 2016. Within that arena, the area of robotics for pipeline and plant inspection and maintenance including drones, robot crawlers and submersibles accounted for $1.7 billion in 2016 and was expected to increase to $3.7 billion by 2021.That projected growth, along with ASMEs long-stan ding ties to the oil and gas arena, made robots for inspection a useful first entry point for the Society in the industry events landscape, according to Raj Manchanda, ASMEs business development director for robotics and manufacturing. ASME has served the petroleum sector for many years, he said. Plant owners now realize the benefits of conducting inspections using UAVs improving personnel safety, eliminating associated expenses with scaffolding, and reducing plant downtime.Launched last year, ASMEs Robotics for Inspection and Maintenance event was designed for engineers and business professionals in the oil and gas, pipeline and power generation industries who could meet and interact with robotics experts and learn how their businesses could deploy robotics technologies for inspection and maintenance. The Societys second Robotics for Inspection Maintenance conference, to be held Sept. 24-25 in College Station, Texas, will feature companies presenting live demonstrations of their robotic solutions as well as experts discussing the latest in robotic/drone, data analytic and artificial intelligence technologies for performing asset inspections and maintenance more quickly, safely and effectively. John Lizzi, executive leader for robotics at GE Energy, will be the events keynote speaker. Seating is limited. For more information or to reserve a seat, visit roboticsforinspection.asme.org.ASME Standards Certification (SC) has also been extremely active on the robotics front lately. In addition to the recent approval of a new Robotic Arm Performance Standard Committee, SC also recently formed a new Mobile Unmanned Systems Standards Committee and a Special Working Group on the Use of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles/Systems for Inspection. A Special Working Group on the Use of Crawlers/Ground Robotics for Inspection is also being established. In addition, the B30 Crane Safety Standards Committee has also been working on two standards B30.32 Unmanned Aircraft Systems Used i n Inspection, Testing, Maintenance and Lifting Operations and the B30.31 Self-Propelled, Towed or Remote Controlled Hydraulic Platform Transporters.Examples of other robotics-related endeavors underway at ASME includeThe upcoming publication of Precision Programming of Roving Robots and the recent release of Mechanics of Accuracy in Engineering Design of Machines and Robots, Volumes 1 and 2 and Robot Manipulator Redundancy ResolutionThe publication of Mechanical Engineering magazines Robotics Special Report last August and the launch of the magazines Emerging Technology Robotics Award program recognizing engineering excellence in the five strategic technology areas andThe publication this fall of a special issue of the ASME Journal of Mechanisms and Robots addressing topics related to mechanisms and robots for safe human-robot physical interaction.Other robotics-related products and initiatives are also in development at ASME. Be sure to check forthcoming issues of ASME News for fur ther updates.For more information, or to become involved in any of the above activities, contact roboticsasme.org.