JPMorgan Raking It In While Competitors Struggle

JPMorgan Raking It In While Competitors StruggleJPMorgan Raking It In While Competitors StruggleA few days after topping Institutional Investors All-America Research Analyst poll for the first time, JPMorgan Chase revealed that it booked $4.42 billion in net income for the third quarter 2010.The firms reported earnings beat analysts estimates and were 23 percent higher than its third quarter 2009 net income. However, overall revenue fell by 15 percent, and the banks fixed-income, currency and commodity trading business (which had been killing it earlier in the year) had a tough three months, with revenue falling by 14 percent.Still, JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon has much to be happy about his competitors, including Goldman Sachs, Bank of America and Wells Fargo, all of which will be revealing their third quarter results in the coming days, are expected to report significant decreases in overall earnings, not increases.

What Your Video Interview Background Really Says About You

What Your Video Interview Background Really Says About YouWhat Your Video Interview Background Really Says About YouIn a way, verbunden video interviews are an unusual, new frontier for job applicants. Job interviews are the places where youre expected to present the utmost professionalism, and paradoxically, an online video interview lets the interviewer into your most personal and private space- your home.And still, interviewing from your home is your best bet. In a public space, you lose all control over background noises or your www connection, and if your answers interrupted by barking dogs or your call drops, you may come off as careless and unprepared.Now that youre interviewing from home instead of at the companys headquarters, its imperative you prepare your video interview setting just as much as your wardrobe and answers. After all, you only get one chance to make a good impression.What interviewers see in your background is just as revealing about your potential as a cand idate as what youre saying.Wonder what your video interview background really says about you? Weve got the scoop.For example, if the background for your online video interviews isYour home library.You Think It Says Im well-read and intellectual.What HR Really Thinks I already spotted your Twilight series, and Im busy trying to read the rest of those titles sideways.Your shelves of souvenirs from traveling.You Think It Says Im well-traveled, cultured, and adventurous.What HR Really Thinks Im not sure souvenir shot glasses are a sign of culture, but they do tell me a lot about your personal habits.A wide view of your clean, sunlit living room.You Think It Says Im organized and dependable.What HR Really Thinks What did you say? Your cats walking by chasing something, and I cant stop watching.Limiting Distractions in Video InterviewsThe point is, often the settings you choose for online video interviews are packed with distractions, and if theres something even slightly embarrassing or scandalous to find, someone will find it. While you think youre showcasing your personality, really youre introducing new distractions to the interview.Think about it. When you go to the interviewers office or conference room, youre in their environment, which is familiar and, in turn, less distracting. Now that youre on video, youre introducing an entirely new environment to the interviewer, and the more new objects there are for them to look at, the more distracted theyll be. Just like anyone else, your interviewer has a short attention span (in fact, the average is eight seconds).And although video offers more engagement than phone interviews, theres still a screen separating you. That means your interviewer may have other distractions on their side of the screen, too, on top of whats in your background.Yes, you want to convey authenticity, trustworthiness, and warmth, but your video background shouldnt be doing that for you. Instead of risking distractions or negative impression s, you need to control the setting so that the only thing the interviewer focuses on is you.So whats the best setting to interview from home? A clean, uncluttered, well-lit, neutral backdrop like a wall, screen, or panel of curtains. Otherwise, its too easy to overlook objects that may catch your interviewers eye in a badeanstalt way since you see them every day.Now that youve cleaned up your background, stress less about using the video interviewing software. Check out these four things to do before your next video interview.Ashley Speagle lives in Atlanta and works as a communications specialist forPGi, a leading global provider of collaboration software and services for over 20 years. PGi is constantly innovating, developing new technologies to make virtual meetings easier and more productive than ever before. Learn more at PGis blog, The Future of Business Collaboration.

Tips for Staying Positive During Your Job Search

Tips for Staying Positive During Your Job SearchTips for Staying Positive During Your Job SearchThere are a number of great resources that can help job seekers prepare for an interview- a quick Google search will yield advice on what to wear, what to do before the interview, what questions to ask during the interview, how and when to write a thank you elende post-interviewthe list goes on. While the hard skills are critical, our team at ResumeSpice believes its just as important to develop a healthy mindset going into the process. Below are some tips for calming the nerves and getting into the right frame a mind, so you can perform your best.Preparation is KeyPre-interview stress is normal. Its your bodys natural way of preparing you for something significant and for fruchtwein people, a healthy amount of stress helps them get ready to perform. However, if your stress level is bordering on high-anxiety, that can certainly have a negative effect in an interview setting. What we recomm end is to prepare the questions youre most likely to be asked and then practice answering aloud, either in the mirror or to a friend. The practice and preparation will help take the edge off and give you the confidence that you are ready for (almost) anything you may face in an interview setting. Next, envision a positive outcome. Imagine yourself smiling at the interviewer, shaking their hand firmly, and then answering every question with confidence and poise. Imagine yourself shaking the interviewers hand at the conclusion of the meeting and then expressing interest in the role. Between your preparation and envisioning techniques, youll be amazed at the positive effect on your confidence.Put Your Old Journal to UseKeeping a log of your interviews and progress can be an extremely valuable resource tool. If you are actively searching, keep a log of your interviews, note your areas of strength, questions you struggled with, and how you would approach the question the next time youre asked. This can also serve as a nice record for contacts, reminder to send thank you notes, and a record of your progress. If you find yourself in a rut or becoming pessimistic, your log can help serve as a reminder of your progress and the network youre developing. You never know when someone you meet during the interview process might turn into a future co-worker, boss, or even a customer.Capitalize on Your StrengthsWe all have unique strengths and your future employer needs to know what they are. This doesnt mean you will not be asked about your weaknesses during your interview. In fact, you most likely will. However, by knowing what your strengths are, you will have the ammunition to nail that question. When responding to questions about weaknesses or disappointing situations, tell a story about how you overcame your weakness (preferably a weakness that is unimportant to the job youre applying for) using your strength.Take a WalkThe power of nature is far too underestimated. Its well-known that walking and exploring nature improves mood and short-term memory by decreasing blood sugar, cortisol (stress hormones), and rumination (repetitive negative thinking). Yet many of us regularly ignore that advice. Even during a stressful job search process, its important to take of yourself and take a walk. The benefits of a 30 minute walk will likely outweigh that of an extra thirty minutes in front of a computer.Let us HelpPreparing for a job search isnt easy, but the good news is that you dont have to go about it alone. If you need help with interview preparation or marketing yourself to employers by creating a great resume, cover letter, or LinkedIn profile,contact the career consultants at Resume Spice today. Let us help