How to handle a manager always throwing new ideas your way | Moving 401(k) funds following a job change | Networking effectively requires good note-taking skills
There are several courses of action when deciding what to do with a 401(k) when changing jobs, including rollovers. A direct rollover is a straightforward option that puts the existing funds into a new retirement account, while an indirect rollover involves your employer giving you a check for 80% of the account's value and you must reinvest it within 60 days to avoid penalty. The Motley Fool (11/17)
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Networking effectively requires good note-taking skills Take notes when networking to not only keep track of names and contact details, but also to nurture your connections by tracking the times you reach out to them, suggests Jason Levin. Reach out to two or three people a week, and track each correspondence in your notes. Above the Law (11/16)
What to keep in and what to edit out of your resume Keep your most impressive accomplishments or experiences at the top of the resume and also optimize your resume to pass through keyword-hungry applicant-tracking systems. Avoid mentioning skills that don't apply to the job you're seeking and also stay away from using weak verbs, such as "helped" or "assisted." Glassdoor (11/16)Why your job search may be taking longer than expected The average job search is taking five months, according to a Randstad USA survey, largely due to an increase in job seekers and those holding out for a so-called "perfect" job. Old resumes not optimized to pass applicant-tracking software are also a key reason some people are struggling to find a job even with the market booming, writes Anne Fisher. Fortune (11/16)
Yoshitaka Sakurada, the Cabinet minister tasked with shoring up Japan's cybersecurity for the 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo, says he has never touched a computer, and instead outsources such work to staffers. Despite his computer illiteracy, Sakurada says he is confident in the nation's cybersecurity initiatives. The Washington Post (tiered subscription model) (11/14)
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