Category: Career
The Main Differences in Writing a Resume and Cover Letter in the US and EU
Maybe you’re a professional wanting to try something new and find a job somewhere outside your country. Or maybe you’re a fresh graduate looking for a job or a person willing to improve their resume and cover letter writing skills. It might sound surprising but you’ll need to know the difference between the US and EU resume and cover letter writing either way. In the first case, it’ll help you target your resume to the right audience. In the second one, it will allow you to understand what articles to pay attention to. After all, you wouldn’t want to use tips that work for the EU but don’t work for the US if you’re looking for a job in the US. The job vacancy rate in the euro area (EA-19) was 1.9% in the second quarter of this year, according to the recent data. So it’s no wonder that you ...
Want to act in TV commercials? Here’s how to get started
Getting yourself a job filming a TV commercial pays well, goes a long way in terms of connections and exposure and can open doors to bigger roles and lead to a host of promising career opportunities. All serious aspiring thespians get their feet wet in TV commercials. And you do not necessarily need to be model-level hot to star in adverts. Commercial agents and casting directors are always looking for new faces and actors of all ages, shapes, sizes, looks and nationalities to help brands promote their products. You might spend months auditioning to land your first gig, but, hey, can you imagine the delight of seeing yourself advertising Palmolive in the middle of The Big Bang Theory? Here are a couple of tips on how to get started. 1. Take acting classes You do not need to be a professional actor with well-honed acting skills to audition for an advert, ...
Want to become an Uber driver? Here is what you need to know
The hassle of attempting to hail an old-fashioned yellow taxi on the street by lifting an arm straight up in the air like the Statue of Liberty is fast disappearing in most cities around the world. The innovative ride-sharing service Uber is quickly revolutionizing the way people move and hail a cab. Uber basically connects passengers and drivers through a user-friendly, ride-sharing mobile app. Passengers can easily request a ride using their smartphone, while you can make a few extra bucks in your spare time driving people from point A to point B with your own car. If you know your way around town, have a smartphone and find solace on the road, driving for Uber can be a good way to supplement your income, with resources you already have. Working as an Uber driver partner on a flexible schedule gives you the opportunity to make money driving any time, ...
Abu Dhabi’s Etihad Airways is hiring cabin crew
If you have always dreamt of traveling the world, exploring new cultures and getting paid to do so, Etihad Airways has an opportunity for you. The national airline of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is currently recruiting new members of their cabin crew for their hub in Abu Dhabi, near Abu Dhabi International Airport. Formed in July 2003, Etihad Airways carried 17,4 million passengers in 2015 and now serves more than 110 existing or announced passenger and cargo destinations across Europe, Australia, Asia, Africa, North & South America and the Middle East, with an environmentally friendly fleet of over 120 aircrafts. In 2016 Etihad won the Middle East's Leading Cabin Crew award as well as the prestigious title of 5 Star Airline, along with a series of awards won over the years. Cabin crew are integral to the success of Etihad Airways. So, what does it take to grab a job at the flag carrier and second-largest ...
Tips on writing a successful curriculum vitae: Europass and standard CV
Having a professional CV, with a clean design and well-ordered relevant information, is crucial nowadays. Recruiters spend only about ten seconds scanning a resume, so it is essential that it makes a great first impression. The main goal is to stand out from other participants and to let recruiters quickly get an idea of who you are, what your skills are and why you are the right person for the job you are applying for. A recent survey in the UK has shown that the key aspects in a CV are: working history that makes sense; qualifications, skill set and competencies; brief description of achievements; clean, easily readable format. Writing a successful CV is easy once you know how. Avoiding spelling and grammar errors, having a professional e-mail address, like [email protected], and having a LinkedIn profile that matches your CV, with a good looking professional photograph as profile picture, will definitely help. Another ...
Move to the United Arab Emirates to work as a personal trainer
Being a personal trainer is a great career for those who have a passion for physical fitness and enjoy helping others. More and more fitness enthusiasts in the UK and Australia are moving to the United Arab Emirates to work as personal trainers and fitness instructors. From state-of-the-art top clubs to local neighborhood gyms, there are thousands of health clubs and fitness centers in the UAE, actively looking for qualified personal trainers, fitness instructors and yoga experts. There are tons of fitness trainer job openings, both private and in fitness centers. Working as a personal trainer in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman or any other part of the United Arab Emirates can be extremely profitable for those who work hard and with the right people. If you want to turn your career around, don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Here are some tips and suggestions on how to make a name for yourself in ...