How Much Do Israeli Paralegals Earn

How Much Do Israeli Paralegals Earn 2 Over on the Digital Eve Israel discussion list, Chani asked 2 questions: Question #1 Not seeking “professional” advice from the list, however I would like to know if anyone can direct me to good information on salary ranges in the area of paralegal and administrative work? Israeli Paralegal Salary Information Israemploy's Salary Survey â€" a useful table, this salary survey is open to anyone. I like that the salary numbers are estimated monthly and hourly. Check Compare: The People's Salary Survey â€" a Hebrew site, CheckCompare allows anyone to submit their earnings and corresponding qualifications. Although some legal positions are listed, the site is mostly hitech-oriented. It was first mentioned on JobMob in the report about Jacob Richman's 2007 CJI Salary Survey Results (a good read, but also with a hitech angle). Question #2 Has anyone worked in these areas or otherwise able to provide personal insights as to discussing this topic during interview? Salary Negotiation Tips Although it would save a lot of time if employers came right out and told you in the first interview how much they've budgeted for your job, that rarely happens no matter how many interviews you do with them. On the other hand, you will probably be asked for your salary requirements towards the end of that first interview, so know what to answer by doing your homework with help from the sites above. Although also hitech-oriented (sorry, the Internet does tilt that way often), this article on negotiation tips is an easy read and you'll see that by far most of the tips are still useful for your non-hitech profession as well. Otherwise, if you have some paralegal or administrative experience in Israel or anything else to add for Chani, please share your knowledge and advice in the comments below. Enjoy the QA?

4 Secrets of focused people

4 Secrets of focused people Do you like that headline? I stole it from CBS. When I saw the headline there, I clicked immediately. I didnt like the post, but it got me thinking. Why does anyone want focus? People probably click the headline because we associate focus with success. Of course, I come from a family full of people with Aspergers, so we associate focus with letting the bathtub overflow. But I know that focus is not just the result of  obsession and absent-mindedness. Its also the result of expertise. I have written posts on expertise 10,000 times, but in case you forgot, heres a link about how everyone should specialize. And if you are sick of me talking about this topic of expertise, here is a new angle. It was fresh to even me, so I bet it will be fresh to you. But we are not talking about expertise. Were talking about focus. And after I clicked on the link to 4 secrets and was disappointed by all four, I started noticing that I read about peoples secrets for focus all the time. For example, here is a piece in Vanity Fair about Barack Obama. Its such a great profile you just have to go read it. There are tidbits about how he picks the people he plays basketball with (if they go easy on him, theyre out) and how he took down the decorative plates in the Oval Office (Im not a plate guy, he says.) Theres also something about how he only wears blue or black suits. Obama says: I’m trying to pare down decisions. I don’t want to make decisions about what I’m eating or wearing. Because I have too many other decisions to make. You need to focus your decision-making energy. You need to routinize yourself. You can’t be going through the day distracted by trivia. So there you have it. The most powerful man in America focuses by not varying his clothes. Which has, by the way, been proven to work for many people. Steve Jobs comes to mind. But I have to say that I not only have a limited clothing pallet, but I often do not change my clothes. And, again, being focused for normal people just looks more and more like having Aspergers for Aspergery people. I think focus is more complex than that, though. We think of it as getting us what we want. I know thats not the scientific definition. Im not even going to link to a scientific definition because thats how much I dont care. What Im interested in is aspirational focus. Which is, I think, why I was so eager to click that initial link. In case youre wondering what my blog editor contributes, (since, if you have read even ten posts on this site, you know hes not interested in proofreading) he does send me really interesting articles. This is one  he found about focus. Well, its not all about focus. But check this out: If you clench your left hand before you do a penalty kick, youll kick better. Because of focus. The left brain is the distractor part of your brain and the right brain is the focus part of your brain so squeezing your left hand is something to distract the left brain from distracting the right brain. Or something like that. Go read the article. Especially if you play soccer. But it applies to everything: you need to distract the part of your mind thats wandering. I felt this when I was playing volleyball. I was simply unable to focus hard enough on the game. My mind wandered. You need to keep your mind on what you want or you wont get it. I am very achievement oriented.  I care about focus because I want to be a high achiever. I want to get what I want. So to me, aspirational focus is putting tactical measures for big-picture goals on my daily to-do list. Otherwise Im just doing stuff like answering email and signing contracts and talking on the phone about stuff thats not at the top of my list. Heres a link to when I was learning about  Getting Things Done. And heres a link to me not getting things done. And Im over that now. I just need to focus on writing blog posts, because that is what makes me happy. And earning money. Because otherwise well starve. Well, and I also have to focus on my kids. I mean, I am homeschooling now. Not that Im teaching them anything. We are not actually doing school in homeschooling. But someones gotta at least be there to keep them from killing each other every time they fight, which is like, I dont know, every second. They have good focus when they are fighting. They also have good focus when they are playing Minecraft. Because its creative. And I have good focus now. Because I love writing so much. And you know what Im thinking? That focus is about really driven by creativity. And the four secrets to being creative are: 1. Drink alcohol at work. The Economist, which is the most expensive subscription Ive ever paid for, so it has to be right about everything, says that drinking makes people more creative at work and that its not a coincidence that the only place where theres alcohol in the company fridge is Silicon Valley. 2. Experiment with drugs. I am fascinated with drugs. But I am mostly too scared of them to go off-label, so for this link, itll have to be to the post where I want to experiment by giving pharmaceuticals to the cows. Drugs give a different view, and often they make you more creative. They fuck you up, of course, but so does going to work and having no focus. So its a Catch-22. 3. Meditate. I have written a bazillion posts about that  you should meditate. And I still dont meditate. However Ive also written a baziliion posts about how you should have a clean desk. And I have a spotless house, desk, everything. I just throw everything out, really. And the principle is the same: clutter distracts from creativity. So clear house, clear mind, it must all mean good focus. 4. Pick small goals. There is  good research about how to meet big goals. The research is not actually about focusing on the goal. Its about focusing on the process and  getting your stuff done each day. Which is so not glamourous that you can already see why I think the Economist is worth the money, right? I think the real thing about focus though, now that Ive written a whole post about it, is that we dont want focus. We want something else. We think focus is the way to get there. But actually, I think its more mundane than that. Focus is the result of the mundane tasks. The biggest secret of focused people is that they dont think about focus. And theyd never click that link from CBS.

Is Job Hopping a Good or Bad Thing

Is Job Hopping a Good or Bad Thing Job hopping. Its a topic that divides opinions and has been greatly discussed over the years. Whereas some feel that it can benefit your career by giving you the opportunity to climb the ladder quicker, whilst gaining a variety of skills and experience in different environments, there are others that see it as an indication that the individual struggles to commit to a role. So where do you sit on the topic? This week we asked the Undercover Recruiter what their thoughts are on job hopping, the impact it can have on an individuals career and whether they would hire a job hopper. Heres what they had to say: Kalyan Raman Marketing Professional There are two sides to it. The main benefit of job hopping is that the person can reach a certain level in the growth path rather quickly compared to his/her colleagues. But, once the hopping crosses more than three in a span of three to four years, definitely the growth will stall and even getting a good job will be in jeopardy. Staying in a particular job for at least 4 to 5 years will be ideal. Patrick Laforet Recruitment Consultant There is a difference between a rising star who moves every two years, and a less than productive individual who keeps getting pushed out. Telling the difference is sometimes the hard part. Mahesh Kaushik Associate Human Resource Administration at  Aleph Tav Technologies Pvt Ltd I view job hopping to be an opportunity for employers to get a hold of a very unique breed of talent who comes across as a multi organisation expert who knows about best practices in a particular field. Adam Glassman Recruitment Strategies Manager at  Expert Global Solutions Job hopping is ok, w/ limits and a rationale (better opportunity, growth, location change, etc). The reason matters. Soniya Sharma It questions the stability need and it affects on the compensation growth. majorly job hopping is done for hike. Personnel Placements It helps if there are valid reasons why, if not then there may be alarm bells for employers wanting some one to stick around. Rebecca Harper Internal recruiter at Sale Cycle Tough question! Job hopping can benefit/ Jeopardise depending on the employer. Never judge a bookin my opinion. Khairul Azizan I wouldnt recruit a job hopper.

Have You Joined The Classy Career Girl LinkedIn Group

Have You Joined The Classy Career Girl LinkedIn Group Have you heard that all Classy Career Girls are uniting on LinkedIn? Its happening! I created a Classy Career Girl LinkedIn group this month and we are already 300 members strong! Woohoo!  My goal is that the LinkedIn group is a place to connect, share information and add other women to your network who are passionate about their future career success. Join the Classy Career Girl LinkedIn Networking Group Wed love to have you join us on LinkedIn.  Here is the link! Now, if you are a newbie to LinkedIn and arent really active yet, joining a group is one of the BEST things you can do. Why? By joining LinkedIn groups, you have access to send a message to anyone else in that LinkedIn group. So for instance, if you find someone in the CCG LinkedIn group who works at the company that you dream of working at someday, you can send her a message and let her know that you are both in this group and share a common interest of reading my blog! Also, if you have a blog and want to promote your articles, feel free to start a discussion and share your link! AND, if you are a recruiter or you know of job openings, feel free to share it on the jobs section of the group. That way we can help each other find jobs.  I am really excited about where this LinkedIn group could go (if you couldnt tell already??!!) Please join us!   Yay! Classy Career Girls unite!:) Go make amazing things happen together! P.S. One of my pet peeves is when LinkedIn groups have all these rules you have to follow to share things, etc.  This group has little to no rules so dont worry! Join us and start networking with like-minded ladies right away!

The Best Career Advice I Ever Received

The Best Career Advice I Ever Received http://www.slideshare.net/mbaskills01/building-your-personal-brand-ted-talk-by-tamara-lopezIt was time for the Annual Performance Review.It is that time of the year, that myself and my colleagues usually looked forward to .Why? Because we might be potentially getting a bump in our salaries. Regardless or how small or big the salary hike was It was my turn. And my boss at that time took me to the meeting room to discuss my performance for the last calendar year.We went through the usual routine of any performance review. The usual â€" what I did well, whether I met expectations or not, what I can improve. And then came the news about the money.I had a stellar year in terms of performance, and I was looking forward to what was to come in the meeting.I did get stellar recommendations, and also a nice bump in annual salary. I was happy with the small hike in salary. But the most valuable thing I got out of the meeting was the career advice he gave me.“So what are you goals for the next year Nissar? “ asked my boss.“Hmm, of course exceeding all my sales targets, maximizing the commissions monthly bonuses I can earn this year. Last year, I missed my monthly bonuses a couple of times. This year I want to make sure it hit them every month. As you know I am motivated by the money and the income potential here”.“That’s great and I am glad you are self-motivated” my boss added “But what about your growth plans?”.“Hmm… I am not sure.Honestly I haven’t thought about it. I love the money in this sales job. The fact that I can control my income is a big plus for me. I haven’t thought about promotion or growth opportunities”.evalMy boss looked at me with a smile “That’s great, and everyone in management appreciates your work ethic and the results you bring. But I also want you to think about your career. There are opportunities within the company. And since you have the consistent results it will not be difficult for you to move up the ladder†He then continued “If I can give you one piece of wisdom that I have learnt, it is this â€" Always work on building your Personal Brand. No matter what you do â€" imagine yourself as a Brand. And how people perceive your brand has a big impact on your career. This applies whether you are at this company or any other company”.I was bit surprised by this advice. I did not fully comprehend what he said . I asked for clarification “I am not sure if I fully understand. I thought branding was a company thing. For example McDonald’s is a brand, Pepsi is a brand. How does that apply to a person like me?”eval“Great Question”, my boss continued” When you think of Coca-Cola, what comes to your mind? I am not asking about the product. But the feeling or emotion that comes to your mind”“Uh.. let me see. You know what- whenever I think of Coke â€" I think of happiness. That is what they always show in their ads. People are happy drinking coke. They are always celebrating. Eve n though they sell sugary water, that feeling of happiness is what they highlight”.He nodded with a smile, “What other examples can you give me?”“Well, Red Bull.. When people think of Red Bull, they think of adventure. It is about daring to do things most people are afraid to do. And Mercedes or Lincoln is about class status”“Exactly” he continued ” You see Nissar. That is the same way you have to think of yourself. What do you think people of the Nissar brand?”“Well” I pondered the question for a bit “ I think people consider myself as someone with a strong work ethic, and someone who is consistent. Someone who can be trusted to deliver results over and over again”“Good”, he added, “What does that mean though? How do you think that will help you?”I was silent for a bit, and then added “Hmm, I think that shows people that I can be relied upon to get things done. If the company needs something done they can rely on me. I hope that people see me as someone who will get things done no matter what”.I could see that he was happy to see that I was getting the idea. He then added. “Now that you get it. Always ensure that you are consistent with the brand that people will perceive you. Add more qualities to your brand that will make you more marketable. And the stronger you develop a personal brand, the more opportunities open up to you”.evalWe concluded the meeting after this conversation. I thought about what I just heard throughout that day. And for days after that.The advice I received during the meeting was like a golden nugget of wisdom passed on to me. It was the best career advice I ever received.Ever since that meeting, I have always ensured that I am always working on enhancing my personal brand. I worked to ensure that I was meeting the standards of my brand. And this has immensely helped my career. And also during the times when I had to look for a job.I have spent the past few years on enhancing my personal brand online too. If you noticehttps://ca.linkedin.com/in/nissarahamed â€" I have spent a lot of time on showcasing my strengths. I receive calls from recruiters everyday not because I am the smartest or the most successful candidate that fits their profile. It is because my brand resonates with what they might be looking for i.e consistent, results-driven,etc.Even this blog The intention of this post was not to brag about myself or what I have done (to be honest I don’t think I have even scratched the surface of what’s possible). But to impart the wisdom I received from my boss.The best career advice I ever received was the importance of a personal brand. And how personal branding is crucial to one’s career success.What are your thoughts on Personal Branding?How have you built your Personal Brand?(If you found this post resourceful, feel free to share!!)

Travel industry careers - 3 diverse firms you might work for - Margaret Buj - Interview Coach

Travel industry careers - 3 diverse firms you might work for According to statista.com, the travel and tourism industry made a global economic contribution of over US$7.6 trillion in 2016. So if you’re thinking of working in the sector, long-term prospects are generally good â€" and it’s possible to adapt existing skills for the right role or gain an entry level position and work your way up the ladder. But travel’s such a broad area that it might be difficult to narrow down your choices efficiently â€" so to help you sift the wheat from the chaff when planning your new vocation, here are three diverse firms you might work for. cntraveller.com If you like luxury holidays and have good communications skills, writing for global travel website cntraveller.com  could prove rewarding. The website of Conde Nast Traveller magazine follows the same formula as the paper-based publication â€" sourcing reliable and informative material from a worldwide network of influencers and experts to provide adventurers with the best tips on accommodation, cuisine and cultural activities in interesting destinations around the world. Getting paid to seek out exciting experiences is a rare opportunity, so keep a keen eye out for suitable roles on the Conde Nast careers site. Virgin Atlantic A career with an airline evokes a sense of glamour and excitement for many jobseekers â€" and the roles you might find are often demanding but satisfying. Working for worldwide carrier Virgin Atlantic   could open up the opportunity to serve customers in a high-profile pilot or cabin crew role, in cargo commercial planning, as a customer service adviser, or as a finance and procurement manager. And if you’ve got some HR expertise, Virgin’s organisational development team could use your talents to attract and retain valuable staff members. Being involved with a multinational business with a polished PR image can be fulfilling â€" and you might even get staff discounts on flights. Looking4.com A range of useful websites have made finding the best deals on flights and holidays easier for millions of tourists â€" but the success of these sites depends on the reliability of their data, strength of partnerships and an excellent user experience. So working for international price comparison site Looking4.com might involve liaising with contacts in airport parking facilities, coach and limo companies and hotels around the world. Alternatively, you might monitor the quality of recommendations to maintain customer trust by visiting hotels and car parks to rate criteria like customer service and security. Website design, functionality and content are essential too â€" so this type of firm might welcome people with the relevant digital skills to maintain a prominent web presence and connect with customers. These three firms from across the travel spectrum demonstrate that the industry can be a desirable destination for candidates with various skillsets â€" with the appropriate research, you’ll find a position that suits you perfectly. Do you work in the travel industry? Share your advice in  the comments section.

Buzz about Social Networking for Career Success -

Buzz about Social Networking for Career Success - When Ive spoken or emailed with other authors, inevitably, someone mentions they didnt realize trying to promote their book was going to take as long as it did to write it! You may have noticed (uh hum) Ive been doing a lot of promoting myself for Social Networking for Career Success! Different experts have different advice about book sales, selling and timing, but Id love to have a very strong first month launch! Amazon is selling my book for around $11 what a deal! Or, you should be able to get it at your local bookstore. Just ask and theyll either have a copy or be able to order it for you. If youd like to learn more about how social networking can propel your business or job hunt forward, I think my book can help. Take a look at what the community of colleagues and expert advisers thought about it! Social media can absolutely help you get hired and this book has all the answers on how to make it happen. Tory Johnson, CEO, Women For Hire This is a must read for anyone committed to professional success in the new era. Martin Yate CPC, New York Times bestseller and author of Knock em Dead Secrets Strategies Social Networking for Career Success is a great beginners cookbook for understanding and using social media to enhance your professional life. If you dont know where to start in the cyber-networking kitchen, read this book. Eve Tahmincioglu, Author, From the Sandbox to the Corner Office and MSNBC.com Career Columnist Miriam Salpeter has truly composed a masterpiece in social media and personal branding, combining the power of her own vast expertise and that of the industrys top-rated thought leaders into one of the most comprehensive online career guides I have ever read. Every page contains actionable, credible and relevant advice that you can follow immediately to both start advancing your brand and your career. Chris Perry, Founder of CareerRocketeer.com Mastering social media is imperative for todays job seekers. Miriams book is the perfect toolkit to ensure that you are maximizing your online brand and putting your best foot forward in a digital world. Chris Russell, CEO, AllCountyJobs.com Social Networking isnt a task we should dread doing, its a skill we should want to develop. Every job is temporary and we are businessesof-one. So, developing a personal brand that allows us to promote our professional strengths on a larger scale could be the one thing that keeps us employedboth now and in the future. Miriam Salpeters new book is the ideal guide to help you learn to leverage social networking for your career. The resource list alone is worth the price! J.T. ODonnell, CEO of CareerHMO.com and founder of CAREEREALISM.com If you are looking for a great resource for online tools and your career, youve found it! Jason Alba, CEO of job search organizer JibberJobber.com and author of Im on LinkedInNow What??? Social networking to land a job is nothing new, but Miriams book offers plenty of advice Ive never even thought of beforeand I write about this on a daily basis! Social Networking for Career Success is broken into easily digestible chunks of information that will benefit everyone from college students to experienced professionals. Its a whole new world of job hunting out there! Heather R. Huhman, Founder President, comerecommended.com Miriam has assembled the ultimate go-to-guide for the modern job seeker. The advice is clear and concise, the tools easy to understand and the value undeniable. You need to read this book. Mark Stelzner, Founder of JobAngels This is a crucial book for anybodyregardless of age, education level, industry, or functionto gain a career edge and succeed in a world where social media has become as essential as the printed resume used to be. Social Networking for Career Success shows you how to gain access to the best opportunities, before they are posted to the general public, and is a resource that you will refer to again and again. Andrew Neitlich, co-Author, Guerrilla Marketing for a Bulletproof Career Miriam Salpeter is a true leader in the social networking world and in her book, Social Networking for Career Success, she shares her expert advice for social media users of all levels and career goals. This book should be on the shelf or e-reader of anyone who is serious about career success in todays hyper-connected world. Highly recommended. Lindsey Pollak, author of Getting from College to Career: 90 Things to Do Before You Join the Real World Pure gold! It contains something for everyone, at any level. Consider it a must-read for anyone who wants to understand social media! Social Networking for Career Success oozes credibility with real life examples and success stories and the simple to understand, actionable steps, make it too easy NOT to do! Hannah Morgan, CareerSherpa.net Miriam Salpeter is effervescent; she is action behind her words. Her reputation as a global careerist with profound, yet easy-to-relate-to social networking advice entices job seekers, careerists and entrepreneurs to her virtual doors to learn the social media dance. Her new book, Social Networking for Career Success exudes her charm and energy while piling up stacks of virtual career networking resources in a compact, easily digestible format. Jacqui Barrett-Poindexter, Master Resume Writer, Chief Career Writer and Partner of CareerTrend.net, Cofounder of the Career Collective Social Networking for Career Success is the most comprehensive resource Ive seen on using all aspects of social networking in job search and career advancement. This reader-friendly guide is destined to become a bible for savvy careerists who want to integrate the most effective social tools to get ahead. Katharine Hansen, associate publisher/creative director, Quintessential Careers (quintcareers.com) If youve applied for a job online and dont know what to do next, this book is the answer. It is clear, concise and filled with actionable information sure to supercharge your job search or entrepreneurial endeavor. I defy you to do all that is written herein and not get a job or boost the branding of your enterprise. Jim Stroud, www.JimStroud.com Social Networking for Career Success is the modern job seekers insider guide to job search and career management success. Miriam shares all the secrets, sites, and strategies to put anyone, including a web novice, at home in confidently navigating the otherwise complex web of social media job search to identify and win the job. Laura DeCarlo, President of the global association, Career Directors International; creator of the Certified Professional in Online Job Search Reputation Management; and author of Interviewing: The Gold Standard, Job Search Bloopers, and Interview Pocket RX. Miriam Salpeter is a job seekers best friend. Her business is helping others use social media to land their next job and she does so beautifully! Now, there are others out there who get social media, but cant teach it, and even more who can teach it, but dont have anything unique to say. Miriam is one of the only social media gurus who consistently and clearly shares a simple, yet unique, strategy for using social media to land your next gig. Read this book if you are still unsure how to really maximize your time on the various, emerging social media platforms available; I assure you, you will emerge much more knowledgeable and armed for your job search. This book is well worth the money, and highly recommended!! Laura M. Labovich, Founder, Aspire! Empower! Career Strategy Group Social Networking for Career Success is a head above other social media resources. Miriam is a respected blogger and experienced social media pro who provides strategic insights and technical guidance. She anticipates her readers questions, deftly transitioning from the high view to the essential details. This is the must read guide for anyone who wants to use social networking to access new career opportunities. Debra Feldman, Executive Talent Agent, JobWhiz Miriam has successfully used social networks to advance her personal brand. This book will show you how you can do the same! Dan Schawbel, author of Me 2.0 and founder of Millennial Branding Today more than ever its critical to know how to navigate the digital ecosystem. This book provides readers with real world stories and advice on how to leverage social networking to find a job or simply advance their career. Robyn Cobb, VP Digital Influence, Ogilvy Public Relations This reallyseriously!is a must-read book for everyone, unemployed or not! Excellent, landmark bookthe best Ive read on this topic! Social media and social networks are dramatically impacting the job search/recruiting landscape for all of us, and the velocity of change is picking up. So, smart people will read and implement Miriams suggestions before they need to job search, because to ignore this technological revolution is to be left behindwaaaayyyy behind. And, very few of us can afford that! Susan P. Joyce, Editor/Publisher, Job-Hunt.org Social Networking for Career Success is a comprehensive, well-organized guide for any professional or job-seeker to advance his or her career. Whether you are a passive candidate or engaged in an active job search, this book will prove to be a valuable resource in managing your online presence and creating a positive brand that will attract employers. Andrea Santiago, Guide to Health Careers at About.com We use social networking sites everyday to check-in, update our friends and share ideas with the world. But what if you need to find a job or establish a new career? Miriams book offers practical and strategic advice to build your online brand along with examples of people doing it right. Tim Tyrell-Smith, Founder of Tims Strategy and author of 30 Ideas: The Ideas of Successful Job Search Social Networking for Career Success is basic enough for those who are clueless about social media, yet rich enough to offer social media pros information they likely dont already know. Vivian Steir Rabin and Carol Fishman Cohen, Co-authors, Back on the Career Track No one knows the intersection of social media and careers better than Miriam Salpeter. I am always learning something new from her, and thanks to Social Networking for Career Success, you will too! The best thing about this book is its substantial detail by the time youre finished, youll be ready to take advantage of dozens social networking strategies you didnt even know existed. Alexandra Levit, Author of New Job, New You: A Guide to Reinventing Yourself in a Bright New Career Miriam not only shows you how to efficiently and effectively use social media tools to land your dream career, she also gives you some valuable insight into how you can make it easy for employers to find you. And she does it with a little bit of humor and spunk! Heather McGough, Microsoft Recruiter since 2000 Id be thrilled if youd order a copy! Or, tell a friend? Thanks for your support. photo by mrjoro