How To Turn Data Into Profits

How To Turn Data Into Profits Ready to talk data? (Its one of the highest paying careers out there you know...) Join us today at 3pm EST with Dr. Denise Daniels, a behavioral data scientist and VP of Data Science & AI Consulting for Horizon Consumer Science to learn mora SIGN UP bit.ly/2unv4iQ One of the biggest challenges in almost all industries today is achieving gender parity. Gender diversity provides huge benefits in the workplace. pWhile some industries have made significant advancements in gender diversity, some industries lag further behind... and the construction industry is well-known for being in the latter category. If someone says, construction workers, youll likely picture a group of men in yellow hard hats analyzing an architects plans or laying bricks on top of a scaffold. And men at work signs only help to reinforce this image.pThis stereotype is rooted in reality. When was the brde time you actually spotted a woman on a construction site? Or hired a female plumber or carpenter? Your answer is most likely never. In fact, the Bureau of Labor Statisticsreports that only 3.4% of the total of 8.3 million construction employees are women.pBut the construction industry has a lot more to offer than steel-toed boots and hard hats, and it needs women to help advance the industry in this era of rapid change. Here are 5 reasons why women joining the workforce or looking to make a pivot should consider a career in construction.h21. Fuel Innovation/h2pNot only is diversity the socially and morally right thing to do, but it is also actually an excellent business strategy. pResearch presented in the Harvard Business Reviewshows that diverse teams develop more innovative ideas. This is further supported by a study conducted by Gallupon the performance of gender-diverse teams versus single-gender teams, which found that the difference in backgrounds and perspectives leuchtdiode to better business performance and pro blem-solving. h22. Capitalize on Demand/h2pThe construction industry is currently experiencing a labor shortage. The industry itself is booming and projected to be one of the fastest-growing industries, with total spending projected to exceed $1.45 trillion in 2023/a. However, most construction companies are unable to meet the rising demand. pAccording to the Associated General Contractors of America/a, more than 80% of contractors are experiencing difficulties filling hourly craft positions that represent the bulk of the construction workforce.pAnd demand isnt limited to individual contributor roles. Given the industry boom, there are a number of open stable and high-paying roles (any project managers out there?) waiting for the right candidateh23. Leadership Opportunities/h2pAccording to the Bureau of Labor Statistics/a, women compose only 7.7% of the total 1 million managerial positions in construction.br/pBut given the highly collaborative nature of construction work, more women in leadership roles would help drive innovation and enhance productivity.Furthermore, as a woman in construction in a leadership position, youd have the unique opportunity to drive change for the industry and make it a more attractive option for other women.h24. High-Income Potential/h2pSalaries for many skilled positions in construction are on the rise, making a construction career a prime choice for women looking for a high-paying job,pThe 2018 Construction Craft Salary Surveyconducted by the National Center for Construction Education and Research revealed that salaries for many skilled craft areas are increasing. Project managers and project supervisors topped the list at $92,523 and $88,355, respectively. The next set of highest-paying jobs include those of combo welders ($71,067), instrumentation technicians ($70,080), pipe welders ($69,222), power line workers ($68,262) and industrial electricians ($67,269). Of the 32 categories of workers in the survey, 19 positions earned a n average salary of $60,000 or higher.h25. Sense of accomplishment/h2p The construction industry can give employees a unique sense of achievement. Yes, the job is stressful and the work can be demanding, but nothing beats the feeling of being able to build something from the ground up. pHow many professionals in other industries can point at a school, a hospital, or a skyscraper and say I helped build that?pThe construction industry has a long way to go in combating gender bias and supporting women in the workforce, but given the current demand for workers, theres no better time to pick up a sledgehammer (figurative or literal) and smash the gender stereotypes plaguing the construction industry.

Why most people will never be successful

Why most people will never be successfulWhy most people will never be successfulSuccess isnt just having lots of money. Many people with lots of money have horribly unhappy and radically imbalanced lives.Success is continuously improving who you are, how you live, how you serve, and how you relate.So why wont most people be successful?Why dont most people evolve?The mora evolved you become, the more focused you must be on those few things which matter most. Yet, as Jim Rohn has said, A lot of people dont do well simply because they major in minor things.To be successful, you cant continue being with low frequency people for long periods of time.You cant continue eating crappy food, regardless of your spouses or colleagues food choices.Your days must consistently be spent on high quality activities.The more successful you become - which is balancing the few essential things (spiritual, relational, financial, physical) in your life and removing everything else - the less you can just ify low quality. As Greg McKeown has said, You canbedrngnis overestimate the unimportance of practically everything.Before you evolve, you can reasonably spend time with just about anyone.You can reasonably eat anything placed in front of you.You can reasonably justify activities and behaviors that are, frankly, mediocre.As your vision for yourself expands, you realize you have to make certain adjustments. You need to cut back on spending all of your money and time on crap and entertainment. You have to save more, and invest more in your education and your future.The more successful you become, the less you can justify low quality. The more focused you must become. The more consistently your daily behaviors must be high quality - and increasingly higher quality.This isnt about perfection. Its definitely not about being busy all the time. Actually, the balance of true success involves what Tim Ferriss calls mini-retirements or regular sabbaticals.Yet, if your daily behaviors are con sistently low quality, what do you expect your lifes output to be?Your choices must become higher quality.Your relationships must become higher quality.Every area of your life affects every other area of your life. Hence the saying, How you do anything is how you do everything. This is very high level thinking. It only makes sense for people who have removed everything from their lives they hate. To actually live this principle your daily and normal life can only be filled with those things you highly value.When your days are filled with only those core essentials that mean the world to you - and youre succeeding in those few areas - you absolutely will dominate in all areas of your life. Because the only things in your life are the things you highly value. Everything else has slowly been weeded-out. You are living intentionally and congruently. You have momentum and balance. Youre being who you truly want to be, every single day.To actually do this not only takes time, but is ext remely hard to live in practice.Saying No to great but irrelevant opportunities is hard.Giving up bad habits is hard.Changing your belief system and expanding your vision takes courage. Its so easy to revert back to small and mediocre thinking.However, as you come closer to living on a daily basis with your values and ideals, amazing things abflug to happen. Youll feel happier. Youll be more present with those you love. Youll spend your time better. Youll pursue bigger dreams and ambitions. Youll be more resilient during challenges. Youll live at a higher frequency. And everything around you will reflect that.But to repeat Jim Rohn, A lot of people dont do well simply because they major in minor things. Said another way, most people are caught in the thick of thin things.Hence, most people wont be successful. Most people wont evolve and progress.But you will. You know it, and you can feel it. Youve already begun. And everyday, youre taking one step closer.Soon enough, youll fully co mmit to being who you know you can be. Once you pass that point of no return, nothing will stop you.Ready to upgrade?Ive created a cheat sheet for putting yourself into a PEAK-STATE, immediately. You follow this daily, your life will change very quickly.Get the cheat sheet hereThispostfirst appeared on Medium.

Make your resume more like a blockbuster movie

Make yur resume mora like a blockbuster movieMake your resume more like a blockbuster movieDid you ever wonder what it is about all those blockbuster movie posters that pull you right in from the first minute? Well, whatever it is, its something you should strive for on your resume according to experts.Like a movie poster or the first trailer you see, employers are looking at your resume as a first impression, says Talmar Anderson ofBoss Actions. And like a good movie catchphrase, your objective statement needs to tell me if I want to buy your ticket.So, how can you make your resume more tempting at first glance? Catch their interest from the first minute. Here are a few examplesGo big (or small)Anderson says that looking for lages with advancement opportunities, reads to me as someone looking for a larger company with already defined career path progression and promotions. Looking to join a team where my contribution can make a difference, reads as someone that wants to be in a sma ller company to allow for ease of recognition and a higher probability of customer engagement/feedback.She explains that employers start with a consideration of what works in the role and specifically within a company. A standout objective that aligns with my company and the available position will go on my gotta see listBlockbuster tipResearch your audience and write in a way that attracts their interest even if it means tweaking your resume before every single interview.Be more memorableSure movies with easy to remember names (everything Harry Potter) or superheroes like Wonder Woman are easy to remember. Then again, a movie called Jumanji was a huge blockbuster success for Robin Williams in 1995 and again for The Rock in 2017. Im guessing the executive who initially pitched the title got a lot of side eye. Along those lines, Sean Pathiratne is the CEO Founder of a new kind of furniture company Gjemeni has both a distinctive name and company name. He explains that memorability c omes from distinction, and we have that in both our product and our name.Pathiratne says Our couch was designed to be different and that is at the core of our marketing. We like to say A couch should do more than just sit there. Other couches do just that they are static. Impassive. For that reason, he builds on the difference, the other, the intrigue.Pathiratne also reminds us that many classic consumer names that are now in the conversation were tough to pronounce originally consider Stella Artois, Adidas, Saucony, even Givenchy.Blockbuster tipEven if your last name is Smith, try to find a way to distinguish yourself so that your full name or body of experience becomes part of your branding.Tell a storyIf your career trajectory is slightly bumpy and jumps between jobs, try to find a way to create a connecting narrative. For Pathiratne that includes focusing on finding the next opportunity. When meeting new people I take them on the same intellectual journey that I went on, the o ne that brought me to Gjemeni. Thats my advice to others. Be a natural storyteller.Blockbuster tip Consider gaps in your resume as leading to the sequel. After all, there was a gap of 29 years and 309 days between Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome and the more recent Mad Max Fury Road which was female-led and grossed $378.90 million.Add your special skillsHave you reconsidered going to see a film at an ordinary theater in favor of one with Imax? Try to use those marketing moves in your own resume.Tricia Brouk is an award-winning director, writer, filmmaker and the executive producer of TEDxLincolnSquare. Brouk regularly reviews resumes and noticed one thing No one in corporate includes special skills and if they did, they would stand out.She explains that In addition to wanting to know your experience and education, we want to know who you are. If we knew that you were an expert hula-hooper or that you make a mean gazpacho, we learn something about you that makes you stand out from the res t. This gives me clues about the entire you, because ultimately, we want to like the people we work with.Blockbuster tip Its not always appropriate to include quirky details, but sometimes that one interesting thing will get you in the door.

Sample Resume for Data Architect Job Position

Sample Resume for Data Architect Job Position Sample Resume for Data Architect Job Position Create this Resume Lorraine Murphy1902 Pooh Bear LaneLaurens, SC 29360(444)-449-4988l.murphy@smail.comObjectiveSeeking a challenging position as a Data Architect in a technical company to give support in the design and deployment of complex data architectures of the company.Summary of QualificationsExcellent analytical abilityKnowledge in data modeling tools and data design principlesResults-oriented and critical professionalismHigh level of communication skillsExcellent ability in data design implementationProfessional ExperienceData Architect, January 2007 Present Cedar Technologies Inc., Los Angeles, California ResponsibilitiesDeveloped new concept designs on the improvements of data storage and strategies.Coordinated with business architects in developing analysis compositions.Analyzed the clients environments to figure out requirements and provide better solutions.Organized business teams to develop concepts and strategies.Implemented new outsourcing schemes to increase produ ctivity.Data Architect, March 2004 December 2006 Flex House Company, Kansas City, Missouri ResponsibilitiesDefined data model sources to provide platforms for the design complex.Conducted consultations from various professionals to come up with solutions to the data issues.Handled a group of business experts to come up with new ideas and concepts.Provided knowledge in data architecture and design platforms.Developed system programs in defining business requirements and integrations. EducationMasters Degree in Computer Science, 2004University of ArizonaBachelor of Science in Computer Science, 2001 University of Arizona Customize ResumeMore Sample Resumes:Dance Teacher Resume Data Analyst Resume Data Architect Resume Data Entry Clerk Resume Database Developer ResumeDay Camp Counselor Resume Daycare Director ResumeDaycare Provider Resume Daycare Teacher Resume Debt Collector Resume Demolition Worker Resume

Womens only co-working space The Wing under investigation, but Hooters now available

Women's only co-working space The Wing under investigation, but Hooters now available Women's only co-working space The Wing under investigation, but Hooters now available Women-only coworking spaces have quickly and not so quietly become a go-to for many working women today. From The Riveter to The Coven to The Hivery to Quilt but arguably the most famous one is The Wing.Started in 2016 by former political strategist/sometimes actress and the superbly well-connected Audrey Gelman, the women’s only club caught everyone’s attention with its perfectly Instagrammable interiors and the promise of a safe space for women to create and thrive in right before the 2016 election.This past November, The Wing raised $32 million in Series B funding from WeWork and New Enterprise Associates. In addition to its inaugural Flatiron location, it has opened offices in SoHo, Brooklyn and Washington D.C. with plans to expand nationwide. With a waiting list of 8,000 women and the launch of other similar clubs, clearly, women’s coworking spaces are no trend.However, they may be finding themselves in hot water soon as this week Jezebel  reported  that the New York City Commission on Human Rights (NYCCHR) was investigating The Wing for its compliance with anti-discrimination laws as the club does not allow men anywhere on its premises. Many of The Wing’s members took to Twitter to vehemently protest the investigation (to be clear, it is not a lawsuit.)Melissa Murray,  a professor of law at UC Berkeley who’s currently teaching at NYU, told Jezebel, “I think it’s patently absurd for New York’s human rights commission to be focusing on the Wing when we’ve had, over the last six months, numerous complaints about workplaces being absolutely hostile to women in terms of pervasive and endemic sexual harassment. Leaving aside the fact that so many workplaces seem to be rife with incidents of sexual harassment, now, after #MeToo, I think there are a lot of men in positions of authority who are going to be really skeptical and afraid to mentor women, and that might make a space like this even more necessary.”Though these spaces were created to be safe havens for women to work as many coworking spaces like WeWork have a reputation for being very male-dominated you do have to question if this exclusivity is violating the law?On the other hand, this investigation could seem a bit tone deaf in light of the various events and campaigns that have launched in the past year.Grace Kraaijvanger, founder of The Hivery, which is headquartered  in Mill Valley, Calif., with plans to expand, told Ladders, “Spaces with feminine energy offer us an invaluable support system and community through which we can feel more motivated, more productive, more focused and, therefore, more empowered to use the whole of our voice and our talents to realize our fullest potential.”As for whether these spaces are discriminating against men Kraaijvanger said, “The Hivery is a female-fueled inspiration lab and coworking space built on kindness, community, and creativity. While dedicated to  unleashing the unique potential and elevating the voice of e very woman, The Hivery is an inclusive gathering place where all human beings are welcome, and a dynamic group of entrepreneurs, creatives, and seekers create meaningful work, form lasting connections, and pursue their  What’s Next.”Quilt also is open to men attending their coworking sessions and focus groups, which take place in various women’s homes. However, The Wing does not allow men on the property so it is slightly different, but as of now is unlikely that this will turn into a lawsuit. As of now, The Wing and the NYHRCC have only  â€œmutually agreed to have a conversation.”On the plus side Hooters in Japan is making a campaign to be the next great coworking space.The Hooters in Tokyo’s Ginza neighborhood will make 20 spots available to freelancers, entrepreneurs, and other people that work remotely during the day, according to Travel Leisure. The restaurant chain has partnered with  Spacee, a Japanese space rental app, for this collaboration. Spacee reps wrote in a press release that Hooters was chosen  because working in an unconventional space encourages “new discoveries” and “innovative ideas.”Ahh, yes, Hooters: Where innovative ideas are born.  So don’t worry ladies, if The Wing closes, there is always Hooters.

How to use the first five minutes of networking to impress

How to use the first five minutes of networking to impress How to use the first five minutes of networking to impress Anyone who saw the news story about the Facebook data breach likely had the same reaction.“Sigh, of course that happened.”Who today is surprised at a massive data leak? Maybe the Target credit card debacle gave you pause. Or the Equifax breach. But now? Security breakdowns are so common we can only shake our heads.Excuse me while I seek credit monitoring services forever.The predictable is painful. That goes for data breaches and how we interact with one another. You know what happens at a happy hour when you talk and talk?Ladders is now on SmartNews!Download the SmartNews app and add the Ladders channel to read the latest career news and advice wherever you go.The other people stand around and think “Sigh, of course that happened.” They become bored while you dominate the conversation.That’s why, in the first five minutes of any conversation, the smartest networkers do what no one expects: they only ask questions.Yep, the best small talkers play the role of reporter and ig nore their own back-stories. How? They use the six most powerful words in networking. I include two of those “powerful” words in bold down below.Smart networker: “Where do you work?”Person: “I’m a sales rep for iHeartRadio.”Smart networker: “Oh, cool. What’s it like to work there?”Person: “It’s a pretty cool place. We often get tickets to free concerts and access to new music.”Smart networker: “That’s pretty sweet. What shows have you seen recently?”Person: “Well, let’s see. Back in December I saw … ”You ask a question. And then another. And then another. You’ll get to your own life soon enough. Stay in the moment.Watch what happens as the conversation ensues.Smart networker: “Wow, you get to see all kinds of cool concerts. Do you have to work at the shows too?”Person: “Yea, at the show in December, I had to work the merchandise table because the company who usually handles that service dropped the ball at the last minute, and now we†™re looking for another partner.”Smart networker: “Oh, interesting. You know I work for a staffing agency and we provide employees for short-term gigs like that.”Person: “Oh, really? Email me tomorrow and I’ll put you in touch with our HR director.”Do you see my point? If you remain laser focused on the other person, you will take the conversation WAY beyond “What’s your name?” and “Where do you work?” Now you’re in the “opportunity realm” where a meaningful conversation can lead somewhere substantial.OK. Time’s up! We reached five minutes into a networking conversation.Now what?If you want talk further, you have two options:1. Wait for the person to say “OK, enough about me. Tell me about you.” That’s always best. You spent ample time in question mode, and now it’s your turn to dish out some answers.2. The person might NEVER say “Tell me about you.” We’ve all met that guy or girl. Clueless to the world. When the person gives you a break i n the conversation, interject with your own info.“That’s a cool story. It reminds me of a situation at my job … ”Here’s the bottom line:Whether you have the chance to tell your life’s story or not, you already got what you came for, so to speak. You (nicely) interrogated someone else, gained knowledge you didn’t have and perhaps found a way to network further.All from the first five minutes. All because you asked questions.This  column  first appeared on  DannyhRubin.com.

7 Ways Successful People Manage to Stay Ahead

7 Ways Successful People Manage to Stay Ahead 7 Ways Successful People Manage to Stay Ahead Success is rarely achieved overnight. And once it’s finally achieved, holding on to that success can take an incredible amount of control, hard work, and discipline. But how exactly do successful people manage to stay ahead ? Is there some top secret manual that only they know about? And do you have to achieve success to get access to this secret? The answer is yes and no. Successful people do have similar habits that keep them ahead of the rest at all times. You can call this their manual. However, this manual is in no way secret, because countless successful people have shared this information time and time again. I won’t make you wait any longer, let’s jump right into the 7 ways successful people manage to stay ahead. We all know that Mark Zuckerberg wears a grey t-shirt to work every single day . His reason for this daily routine is to eliminate unnecessary decision making and instead, focus primarily on work. Richard Branson, the Virgin Airlines boss, wakes up at 5:00am every day so he can spend quality time with his family. Warren Buffett spends about 80% of his day reading, and it’s through this practice that he credits his long-term investment success. You might not have the luxury of reading almost all day every day, but you do have the capacity for adopting a new routine . Successful people take up daily routines in order to form structure and plan out every single minute of their day. Without a routine, a lot of time may fly by trying to think of what to do next. And time wasted is success delayed. If you read autobiographies of successful people, you’ll notice a pattern of goal-setting. They start by setting long term goals, and then break down each of these goals into short term daily goals. By doing so, they ensure that every single second of their day is catered for and there is a task to complete. After a certain period of achieving daily goals, a long term goal that seemed unachievable starts to become achievable. And once achieved, they repeat the same cycle over and over. This then makes it easy for successful people to stay ahead as they attain more success along the way. 3. They capitalize on emotional intelligence The most successful people have mastered and achieved a high emotional intelligence level. In fact, research has shown that 90% of top performers score highly on emotional intelligence, as compared to only 20% of low performers. Successful people understand that being emotionally stable leads to a clear mind and hence more informed decision making. They’re efficient at communication, time management, stress tolerance, decision-making and anger management, among others. All of which are great factors for success. 4. They don’t believe failure is final The most successful people know better than to let failure be the ultimate result. Bill Gates attributes embracing failure as the reason Microsoft became successful in it’s early years. Oprah Winfrey attributes her debut as a TV Show host to her being fired earlier in life. And the late Steve Jobs achieved great success after being fired from his own company. While you may view failure as a setback and spend days on end sad and depressed, successful people shake off the dust and move on. They work to learn from each failure and continue to become a better version of themselves. It is through this mindset that most successful people keep piling on successes. 5. They constantly educate themselves As I mentioned earlier, Warren Buffett spends the larger part of his day reading books, newspapers and financial documents. He advises aspiring investors to do the same as it is “how knowledge works”. Bill Gates reads at least one book every week, Oprah Winfrey is a renowned advocate for reading wide and Mark Cuban sets aside three hours every day to read. Those who can’t read books, listen to audio books. The point is to stay educated about what’s happening, how things works and keeping your mind engaged. This is how successful people manage to stay one step ahead. They ask the right questions , accumulate knowledge and use it when making life changing decisions and structuring their life. 6. They are sensitive of who they spend time with “You are the average of the 5 people you spend your time with.” Simple as this may be, the most successful people are avid followers of this phrase, and make time to hang around people they trust to inspire, challenge and motivate them. In fact, if you’re not offering any type of growth or benefit to their lives, you’re better off at a distance. In a five year study conducted on the daily habits of successful people, it emerged that 80% prefer to spend time with other success-minded people. The study concluded that people are as successful as the people they associate with. 7. They have multiple income streams Successful people are very big on making investments to secure different sources of income. They understand that one stream of income can halt, at any moment and without warning. Adding a new income stream can as simple as starting an online business and learning how to grow their audience , but no matter what they do, successful people make sure to have several backup strategies. Multiple sources of income ensure that successful people remain on top at all times, even when one side of business is not functioning accordingly. And Warren Buffet, the king of investments, advises people to never depend on one source of income. Successful people manage to stay ahead because they understand the winning game. They’ve been through difficult times and lived through easy times. For this reason, they know what works, what doesn’t and what’s worth paying attention to. Looking for more ideas like this? Learn more at Metapress and X3 Digital , or connect with Alex Jasin directly on Twitter , Facebook  and LinkedIn . Read more of Jasin’s writing on Business Insider , Entrepreneur , HuffPost , CMI , Mediabistro , The Next Web and other major publications.