Finding opportunities requires research, networking and an open mind, Grant Cardone writes. "Opportunity can literally be right where you are but you're blind to it," he writes. Entrepreneur online (9/21) Key goals must be well-defined Prioritize some top results instead of leaving goals ambiguous, write Craig Hickman and Kirsten Blakemore. If you're a manager, hold people accountable to these preferred tasks to help them stay motivated and engaged with the organization. Inc. online (9/21)
Making the Connection
Make better connections through social media To connect with more people on social media, first establish a specific goal for your efforts and narrow your platforms to one or two, advises Marietta Gentles Crawford. Add value through open-ended questions and relevant shares. The Muse (9/21)
The Landscape
Calif. "ban the box" bill would apply to private sector A California bill to stop companies from asking job candidates about criminal convictions has been submitted for a signature or veto from Gov. Jerry Brown. The "ban the box" bill would let employers do a background check after they extend a conditional job offer, ensuring applicants are considered without judgment based on criminal history. Society for Human Resource Management online (9/21)
Your Next Challenge
Be picky about the skills you list on your resume While it's important to emphasize relevant skills on your resume, it's better to leave basic computer skills and languages that you haven't studied in years off, writes Emily Moore. Be careful about listing soft skills, too, as it's best to cite specific accomplishments instead of being vague about skills such as "leadership" or "multitasking." Glassdoor (9/21)
A book due in 1938 was returned to the Attleboro Public Library in Massachusetts this week. "The Young Lady at Home" by T.S. Arthur was found when a man was helping clean his friend's basement. WBZ-TV (Boston)/The Associated Press (9/21)
A happy man is too satisfied with the present to dwell too much upon the future.
