Google Glass Re-invented for the Workplace

Google Glass Re-invented for the Workplace The return of Google’s smart eyewear is here, re-invented, and this time with a focus on revolutionising the workplace. Google Glass first came out in 2014 with the grand ambition to leap from smartphones to a glass screen interface that brings the internet into to the user’s line of vision.  But after a backlash of criticism over privacy and it’s ability to secretly record, the augmented glasses failed to become the next big thing, and Google suspended sales of the eyewear in 2015. Now simply called “Glass”, the gadget has been resurrected after two years of development, finding new life in the field of business. Over the last two years, limited numbers of the Enterprise Edition of Glass have been used by over 50 businesses, including GE, Volkswagen, and Dignity Health. During this time, Google worked closely with more than 30 expert partners to build business solutions and customized software for the workforce. Following its’ success, Google’s parent Alphabet have now launched the new version for wider distribution. A new chapter for #Glass: the Enterprise Edition is now available to more businesses through select Glass Partners: https://t.co/j7IrQlsgI0 Jay Kothari (@jkothari) July 18, 2017 Designed to help workers who need an eye-level display while they work with their hands; mapping out instruction manuals, sending photos, consulting for information or resources, and taking notes whilst a doctor interacts with a patient are amongst its many benefits.  The augmented reality glasses claim to help workers complete tasks more efficiently than ever before, and the stats are in their favour. DHL estimates that they have increased supply chain efficiency by 15%. Dignity Health claim to have reduced the time they spend typing and doing other administrative work from 33 % to 10%, whilst the time spent interacting with patients doubled. Machinery time at AGCO reduced by 25 percent, and inspection times by 30 percent. GE saw improved mechanics’ efficiency by 8â€"12%. GE were actually one of the first companies to try out Glass, whose mechanics use the device to show them instructions through videos, images, and animation in their field of vision whilst they are busy with their hands. This allows them to work with ease without pausing to check their notes or a computer. Check out GEs video that directly compares using Glass with Upskill against current procedures for completing wiring insertions. The results show a 34.5% productivity improvement. Veteran tech commentator, Steven Levy says: By a side-by-side comparison of workers doing intricate wire-framing work with Glass’s help. It was like the difference between putting together Ikea furniture with those cryptic instructions somewhere across the room and doing it with real-time guidance from someone who’d constructed a million  Billys  and Poängs. There’s also improvements in the design and hardware with increased power and battery life, better wi-fi support, and a more lightweight design for long-term wear. And for those who were scared off by Google’s privacy issues the first time? Alphabet is making it clear their search or data engine will not be getting at the audio or visual stream of Glass, which now has a green light on the front to warn people when the device  is recording. The Glass also has stronger software and information security, and is incorporated with a locked-down application that detaches it from the open internet. Technology should be here to enhance, not replace human intelligence, and with rapid developments in A.I and the ever-growing fears of human jobs being replaced by robots, Glass is a nice welcome that helps humans remain competitive to A.Is efficiency.

Resume Objective For Writing Jobs

Resume Objective For Writing JobsResume objective for writing jobs is a major part of resume writing. They are a way to briefly summarize and relay your personal interest and goals in the job. It summarizes what you think that a hiring manager is thinking about and conveys your readiness to be hired into the company.Before beginning your resume objective for writing jobs, make sure you do your best to write it down. It is usually best to revise and change your resume objective in the same manner as you would revise and change your resume.Do not put too much detail on the employment section of your resume, as this will just be counterproductive and most likely will be ignored. Also, you do not want to tell your employer why you did not get the job.A resume objective for writing jobs is an introduction or definition of the specific position or positions you are applying for and explaining why you are the best person for the job. This should be concise, to the point, and concisely expre sses your interest in the job and why you are the best qualified candidate.When you are first learning how to write a resume objective for writing jobs, try to use an outline or general format to begin with. After that, use the next paragraph to give specifics about your skills, education, work experience, and the degree you earned.Resume objective for writing jobs are typically an amalgamation of several different sections, depending on the company you are applying for. For example, some organizations require employment within their industry or an associate's degree. Other companies may ask that you provide three letters of recommendation.In addition, you should also make sure that you discuss the type of position you would be happy to accept in more detail, such as a position where you would be getting to travel, working on board a ship, etc. You may also want to add information about previous employment as well.Resume objective for writing jobs should be tailored to the specific position you are applying for. It should describe what skills you have and what you can offer to the company. It should also be as short and direct as possible, which will help you to get a hiring manager's attention quickly.

Good, the Bad and the Ugly English Language Skills in Interviews

Good, the Bad and the Ugly English Language Skills in Interviews Recruitment is a costly and time-consuming business, and identifying and interviewing the wrong candidates is one of the major issues. Research into 1,000 businesses shows that two-thirds reject between 50-75% of job applicants after the first face-to-face interview. On average, interviews last between 30 minutes to one hour, if you multiply that by the number of candidates rejected and again by the hourly rate of the individual conducting the interview, you can see how this can really start costing your business. With so much at stake, it’s important to be able to effectively identify suitable candidates from their CVs and during first stage interviews. When you are reviewing candidates’ CVs, it can be difficult to determine the English language ability of the individual if there is no clear indication of a qualification. Research by Cambridge English Language Assessment (Cambridge English), which analyses the language learning and assessment needs of economic migrants to the UK, highlights that many hirers distrust CVs and cover letters submitted by foreign migrants. As such, the majority of recruiters use their own methods of assessment, with only a quarter of employers looking for evidence of success in external English language assessments to measure these skills. The remaining three-quarters potentially miss out on vital evidence of suitability by not asking for proof of qualification. To save time and money, and minimise the risk of a bad hire, employers should make themselves familiar with the quality of different qualifications so that they can then ask candidates for proof in the form of a certificate. When considering candidates at first round interview stage, a substantial proportion of hirers rely on interviews in English to evaluate a candidate’s English language skill level. Cambridge English research highlights that employers globally value all four language skills â€" reading, writing, speaking and listening â€" therefore, although interviews are currently the most popular route for finding candidates, the majority of hirers surveyed don’t feel they show the full competencies of each candidate. The research points to a clear correlation between size of organisation and which of the four language skills is most essential. For larger organisations, reading is likely to be the most important skill. Conversely, for smaller organisations, speaking is more important. Reading is the most important skill for approximately half of all the employers in Belgium, Denmark, France, Germany, Portugal, Russia and Ukraine. Industries that have cited reading skills as being more beneficial include electronics, high-tech, computer services, aerospace and defence. Nonetheless, employers are looking for advanced levels of English language from employees in all sectors. The research shows that, in countries where English is an official or de facto official language, 97 percent of employers say that English is vital to their organisation, with the majority requiring native or advanced level skills. Alarmingly, as many as one in five senior managers lack the necessary English skills to meet job expectations. Clearly the most effective way to assess a candidate’s English language skills, is to rely on the assessment of an official qualifying body, and to look for recognised English language qualifications as a standard to determine whether a candidate’s skills are at a level required for a specific vacancy. There is a huge pool of extremely well qualified people, with good language skills, which employers are crying out for, if only they could be sure that they are getting someone with the right level of English language understanding and ability. About the author:  Blandine Bastié is the Regional Manager for the UK and Ireland at Cambridge English, and is responsible for the region’s overall strategy across all sectors including Higher Education. Before joining Cambridge English in 2014, Blandine worked for providers of technology and information services in both commercial academic publishing and the not-for-profit sector. Blandine holds an MA in English Language and Literature, and an MSc in Business Management.

Classy Career Girl Is Writing a Book The Professional Womens Guide to Managing Men

Classy Career Girl Is Writing a Book The Professional Womens Guide to Managing Men From my weekly reading updates in my newsletter and the constant book giveaways on this blog, by now you know I love to read. So, of course, it has always been a goal of mine to write a book someday. Well, that is officially happening in 2013!  I havent shared too much about it over the last few months because I was scared it would fall through, but I have been working with a publisher. And now I can say I have officially signed a contract and IT IS HAPPENING! Book Inspiration There are two women I spoke to during my networking challenge interviews in 2012 that really put my writing a book plans into drive. The first interview was with  Jessica Miller, C0-Author of A Womans Guide To Successful Negotiations. At the end of the interview when the camera was off we talked about the steps she took to write her book and I mentioned that someday I want to write a book. She told me, You probably already have a book ready to go with everything you have already written on your blog.  That was a light bulb moment. Another light bulb moment was after my networking challenge with Jennifer Crittendon, Author of The Discreet Guide For Executive Women: How To Work Well With Men.  I told her after the camera was off that I wanted to write a book. She offered to meet me for coffee and share her stories about publishing. In that meeting, she gave me the confidence I needed to write a book and helped me figure out whether to go the self-publishing or publisher route. She was the first person to tell me that she would buy my book even before I knew what my book was about. When I first announced that I wanted to write a book on this post last May, there were lots of comments from other readers who said that they couldnt wait to read it. My book has changed subjects and titles 100 times since May, so I am sure there will be more books in my future because I still have a lot of other book ideas. But, I have a feeling that I will be learning A LOT from my very first book which I am looking forward to sharing with you in the upcoming months. Publisher vs. Self-Publishing So I know the first question that you are thinking. Why did you go with a publisher instead of self-publishing? Dont you want to be in control of your book and earn way more money from it? Yes, BUT, I also know I wouldnt write it without a deadline. If someone didnt need to receive my first chapter by the end of this week, it wouldnt get done.  I am too busy and am juggling way too many things. I have started to write a book myself a million times. (Trust me, I have five first drafts of different books saved on my computer right now). But, I always stop. Why? Because I had no one doing it with me and no one to get feedback from. Now, I have someone who is excited to read my first chapter and is going to offer me suggestions to improve it. We are a team!  Thats why I wanted to go the publisher route. Will I do it again? I dont know!  But, right now I am glad I have a deadline that I have to meet this week. What Is The Book About? The moment you have been all waiting for! Yes, I can tell you what its about and I am very excited too, because I wish I had a book like this when I first started out in the professional world. The book will be a guide for professional women about how to manage men. Of course, I dont have too many more details yet because not much of it has been written yet. But, I have done a ton of research while putting together the outline and I am loving the topic! I have worked as a Consultant at Booz Allen Hamilton for the past 7 years.   My consulting work has been primarily with the military and government so I have spent A LOT of time working with and managing men. I wish someone had given me a guidebook on how to manage men before I started. There are a lot of things that I wish I would have known that I had to learn the hard way. And I am hearing from a lot of readers as well that managing the men that you work with is difficult to figure out so get ready for your guidebook coming soon! My goal is to help women who were once nervous about managing and working with the men on their teams become confident in what they bring to the table. They no longer feel like they have to be unlike themselves to fit in because they know their unique managerial style AND know what goes on inside a mans head. There are many stereotypes and double standards that we often have to break so my goal is that this book will help you brush them aside, be confident in your strengths and be the best leader that you can possibly be. When Will The Book Come Out? Update: The book is has been released! You can get it on Amazon: The Professional Womens Guide to Managing Men I will be sharing more over the next few months but for now, THANK YOU for all your support and encouragement. I posted this on Facebook last night and already have 81 likes and 21 comments. You have no idea how much that support means to me! Now it is time to get writing!

How to Write a Career Change Resume

How to Write a Career Change ResumeWriting a career change resume has never been easier. If you have been offered a new job and you are not sure where to start, you can try to do some research online to see if you can find anything you can use. However, it is always better to start by gathering all of your old paperwork and documents.Once you have the old resumes and job applications, you can start filing them into folders. Keep these folders together and separate them by whether they apply to your current position or not. Once you have all of your old applications and resumes, you will be able to compare them to your current situation. This is the only way to determine how much information you will need to include in order to successfully write a career change resume.You will find that the more information you have from your old resume, the easier it will be to write the future ones. You can always try to include a little extra to make it more convincing. It will not take long befor e you will see that you can become more marketable in your current position if you start including your past experiences and achievements.The most important thing you will ever need to include on your successful career change resume is your contact information. You should always include your name, your current title, your present employer's name, your position title, your current location, and any awards or recognition you may have received from your former company. Always remember to write down a summary of your work history as well, so that you will be able to provide a good representation of your entire history.When you are completing your resume, keep in mind that this is not an opportunity to brag. In order to succeed in your career change, you need to have a good resume, but you should never show your previous employment in order to impress someone.If you are still in college, you might be looking for a job with a company that has a higher salary and more benefits. However, it is also possible that you are looking for a job where you will be paid less but will get more benefits than what you would be entitled to if you were starting a new job.In either case, you need to be able to convince an employer that you will be a good fit for their new career. If you have a higher salary and benefits package, you will be able to persuade your employer that you will be able to be a great employee.Whether you are changing jobs or you are starting over at a new company, writing a career change resume is necessary if you want to succeed. Make sure that you have everything you need to make your resume convincing.

Are the Tracks Lined with Gold for A Qualified Train Driver Abroad

Are the Tracks Lined with Gold for A Qualified Train Driver Abroad If you’re a qualified train driver, you’ll already be benefiting from all the perks of this much sought-after career. But is it time to think further afield? Trends in the industry suggest wages and hours could be more enticing outside of the UK.Something to think about…For those who are fascinated by trains and enjoy driving, there is nothing better than a career in train driving. Train driving can be the perfect profession for those who enjoy the thrill of driving a large vehicle, do not mind solitude and would like the security of a reasonably well paying job. The demand for train drivers within the UK increased sharply once the railways were privatised. But given the demand for train drivers in certain locations abroad, could British train drivers find attractive opportunities to work internationally?A qualified train driver can drive passenger trains, including over ground rail as well as the tube, freight trains, on local and national rail networks. Drivers can also work with a maintenance crew, pulling repair and engineering equipment for rail repair work. This is true in the UK and most other places in the world.Skills of a Qualified Train DriverTrain drivers must be able to concentrate over long periods of time, have the composure and confidence to deal with unexpected problems or issues on the spot, and good customer service skills, when required. To be a good train driver, one must have a calm and composed personality and enjoy being alone for prolonged periods while driving the train.There are no formal qualifications, apart from the professional training obtained on the job and usually a good overall level of education is sufficient to get started within a company.Getting promoted is the most common way to rise up to the level of driver within the company.The UK does not recognise qualifications or credentials from other countries.Work hours for train drivers depend on the type of job, but generally the normal work week can consist of about 3 5 â€" 40 hours. Salaries depend on the employer â€" but can range from around £18,000 for trainee drivers to about £48,000 for senior drivers. Other benefits may include pensions, discounted travel with the company etc.There is growing demand for train drivers from the UK abroad, specifically in Australia. Australia Train DriversThe need for train drivers began a few years ago when the natural resources boom in Australia gave rise to an increased need for workers, including train crew. Western Australia in particular is abuzz with huge levels of activity, especially in mining, where train drivers are in short supply, and therefore receive exceptionally good pay.The average wages for train driving in Australia are supposed to be more than in the UK, but it is within the mining region in the west, where drivers can receive excellent offers that include a home, fourteen days in the month off and close to $9000 (ASD) per month.That adds up to a huge annual salary, which no employer in the UK could ever match.The main concern for British train drivers to live and work abroad is obtaining the right to live in the country.Due to the shortage in Australia, train drivers started being invited to work in the country about two years back.Applying to job positions aimed specifically at British drivers is an easy and convenient way to work abroad.The fact is that the average pay in places like Australia or North America may be more than in the UK. However, working abroad can be difficult given the legal requirements. Although, applying to specific calls for drivers can be a great way for a qualified train driver to explore a new place, and take advantage of attractive pay and benefits.So, for resources on the Australia train driver recruitment process, follow the link to our dedicated website. This entry was posted in Train Driver, Career Advice, News. Bookmark the permalink. Richard Should Magistrates be Offered Far Harsher Sentencing Powers?How To Help Your Child Pr epare for Their GCSE Exams

Graduation is Just Around the Corner

Graduation is Just Around the Corner If you are a senior in college or know someone who is, the clock is ticking.   There is much to be celebrated in the coming weeks.   But before you get all caught up in the pomp and circumstance of the event, can I remind you of something.youll need a job and you MUST start working on that now! Job search takes time, so what will your plan of attack be? Have you started looking yet? I mean, really started looking? Have you applied for jobs and interviewed (on campus or off?) If you are like a lot of the seniors I know, my guess is- not as hard as you should be. Resources for 2012 Graduates If you havent been to your schools career center, never fear. There are loads of sites online you can reference.   Here are some of my top picks of sites for new graduates in 2012: LinkedIn and Facebook Groups InternPro (YouTern on Facebook) Hire Friday (Hire Friday on Facebook) Job-Hunt Help (Job-Hunt.org on Facebook) Personal Branding Network Personal Branding on Facebook Tims Strategy (Tims Strategy- Ideas for Job Search, Career and Life on Facebook) Come Recommended on Facebook Dont go it alone! Whatever you do, dont settle into a solitary job search. It is just too difficult. You need people to bounce ideas off of and to get feedback from! Find a community online or/and in-person to help you!