Mommy, Make it Better

One of the things I do on a weekly basis is grocery shopping. There are three supermarkets within walking distance from my home, and I just love the ritual of getting up in the morning, having my breakfast, taking a shower and going to the nearby supermarket when it opens at 8AM. I love doing grocery shopping in the morning because there aren’t a lot of shoppers yet, so I can walk around and push my cart slowly, savoring my time going through shelves and comparing brands and prices.

I have some sort of a system when doing my grocery shopping – from doing a pantry/fridge inventory, menu planning, listing what I need to buy and the actual shopping itself. Over time, I have somehow gotten used to this system that it just seems to work for me. I am more efficient at grocery shopping and, best of all, I am able to cut down my expenses.

There are days when we wish we could just get out and head somewhere relaxing. Anywhere, actually, just to get away from the daily grind. Work, chores, work, chores, pay bills, work, chores, pay some more bills. The cycle doesn’t stop, right? And it can get very tiring. You can get burned out.

And once you do, it’s a path to destruction. Self-destruction. Really. If all you do is work and chores, never giving yourself a personal time off (or day of), you will sure crash and burn.

So how about going to the beach? Or maybe even ski vacations (the snow-capped mountains are a beauty)?

But let’s face it, we all don’t usually have the luxury of a weekend holiday. Chipper up! You can still take some personal hours. Sort of a “me time”.

It’s never easy landing a spot in the workforce. Lately, diplomas are really not the only things that will get you that job. There are so many other people coveting the spot, and all of you are qualified for the position. It’s time to put your best foot forward. The perfect weapon and shield – resumes

Ok, first things first – the 411. The most basic, but relevant information needed in the resume are the following: your name, age, address, contact number and Social Security ID. This is how potential employers will contact you in case they are impressed with your resume and would like you to come in for an interview.

Career objective is a very important part of the resume. In a nutshell, this is where you will have to express why you are applying for the position. Make sure to put a strong, clear goal – a specific goal. Not some general, cookie-cutter goal. Answer the following questions, “Why are you interested in the position? Why would you want to work for the company?”

Enumerate your previous experiences including highlights. What have you done great for your previous employer? What company goals have you achieved? What were your contributions? These things will help potential employers assess what you can contribute to their company.

Show some references and recommendations. List your certifications, your degree (or degrees), as well as contact numbers for references like your previous bosses. Having someone to back you up to strengthen your run for the position you are aiming for.

Show that you are a well-rounded individual. Include your interests, hobbies, and other activities in which you participate. Are you a member of a local organization? Do you do volunteer work on your spare time? Put these on your resume!

Always remember, make sure that your resume will put your best foot forward! Good luck job hunting!