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If you haven't been able to discover your passion yet, it could very well be that your passion is something that doesn't have a name for it. -MeraJob.in

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To key to attracting and retaining top talent in the company is to focus on hiring passive candidates. -MeraJob.in.

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Thoroughly screening candidates may seem like a good hiring rule to follow. But to attract the top talent in the market, you need to be hiring faster.

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Automation on jobs will wipe out millions of low-skill jobs in the next five years. To survive as an economy, India must upskill its youth. -MeraJob.in

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The ideas of work and employability are evolving rapidly. To ready ourselves for jobs of the future, there's only one thing that we need to focus on. -MeraJob.in

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The tech industry has figured out its hiring game down to an art. Some of the hiring lessons from the tech industry are surprisingly simple. -MeraJob.in

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These 7 simple workplace tendencies can actually become quite the career killers. It's important to know what these are so that you can succeed at what you do.

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The purpose is not to undermine the value of higher education. But it is equally important to move beyond the need for degrees when hiring. -MeraJob.in

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How to face a telephonic interview

Employers often resort to telephonic interviews to narrow down the number of eligible candidates for face-to-face interviews. Phone interviews are also great for candidates as it saves time and cost spend on travel and also gives them ample time to prepare for the scheduled interview.

If you have been selected for a telephonic interview kudos! Your resume has created a positive impression on the employer and they want to know more about you. But before you say hello to the interviewer it is important to be well prepared as the interviewer might use the telephonic interview round as an opportunity to check your communication skills, language skills, and confidence.

Long vs. short telephonic interviews:

Find out beforehand the date, time and duration of the proposed interview. Telephonic interviews can go on for hours especially when the interviewer is recruiting for high level jobs. But when it comes to large-scale recruitment the interviews may be crisper and shorter. If it is going to be a short interview the interviewer must be working on a strict timeline so be ready to make your point in crisp, short sentences. In a short interview the interviewer might limit their questions to your skills and talents, your present or last job, and why you have applied for the job you are interviewing for.

Here are a few phone interview tips on how you can best prepare for your interview

You will have plenty of time to prepare as a time slot for telephonic interviews are prefixed. Utilise your time to:

· Jot down answers for commonly asked interview questions.

· Take down notes on the specifics of the job you are interviewing for.

· Rehearse the questions so you remember which notes are on which sheet.

· Prepare few questions that you want to ask the employer.

· Rehearse interview questions over the phone with a friend or confidante.

On the day of interview

· Inform your friends and family that you have an interview on this particular date and time to avoid interruptions.

· Choose a quiet place to attend your interview call.

· Turn off your SMS, WhatsApp and call waiting notifications to avoid distractions.

· Keep your resume and job-related notes handy.

· Make sure that your mobile is 100% charged and sit in a place that has 100% mobile signal.

· It is good to use headphones especially if the interview is scheduled for more than 15 minutes.

· It is important to keep yourself hydrated so keep a bottle of water handy.

· Dress up as you would in a face to face interview as it will help you give out an attitude that you are serious about your job.

During the interview

· Maintain a good posture – remember to sit up straight.

· When the interviewer greets you say something like “Hi <xyz - Name of interviewer if you know it>Thank you for taking the time to speak with me today”.

· While the interviewer is conversing, use recognisable verbal cues like yes, ok, mmm etc. to indicate you’re attentively listening to what he/she has said.

· Demonstrate your listening skills by not interrupting the speaker.

· Remember to speak slowly and clearly.

· When in doubt, ask the interviewer if you’ve fully answered their question.

· While winding up do ask them when you can hear from them again if that is not already mentioned.

Here are a few more phone interview tips you can keep in mind to attend your telephonic interview with confidence.

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How to write a resignation letter

All ready to start a new job or gearing up to take a break? If you have reckoned that you need to move on from your current job then the first step you need to take is to inform your employer that you are parting ways with them. Your resignation letter should be a short letter that formally informs your current employer that you are leaving your job. You may have to serve a notice period of a month or two after submitting your resignation letter.

A resignation letter is mostly send as an email and must be addressed to the reporting manager and the HR. It’s not just an information for your boss that you intent to leave but it is also an advance intimation to superiors, and human resources so that they can find a replacement for your position.

Why should you write a good resignation letter?

A good resignation letter is crucial for maintaining the bond with your current employer. You will never know when you might cross paths again with your previous employer. You might also need a letter of recommendation from the company so it is always good to part ways in amicable terms.

Resignation letters must be written in a polished and professional manner. Your resignation letter should clearly state your intention to leave and the possible reason of why you are leaving. Make sure not to mention any complaints or criticism in the resignation letter. You can add words of thanks for the employer and also mention the experiences gained at the company that has benefited your career. You must mention the date you have joined and ask queries regarding the reliving formalities to ensure a smooth reliving process.

Resignation letter format for personal reasons

Dear [your reporting manager’s name],

Please accept this letter as a formal notification of my resignation from the position [position title] with [company name]. I will be leaving my position due to unavoidable personal reasons that must be attended to immediately. I would like to thank you for this amazing opportunity that I was given for the past [Add the number of years you have been working in the role]. I greatly appreciate what I have learned here [Add the things you have learned here] and will take it with me throughout my career.

My last working day will be [DD/MM/YY – (one/two months from the date you give notice depending on company policy)]. I promise to wrap up my duties and train my replacement during this time. Please do let me know if there’s anything else I can do to aid during this transition.

I wish the company continued success, and I hope to stay in touch in the future.

Sincerely,

Find more resignation letter formats for specific reasons here.

Post Resignation

After your resignation has been accepted you should make sure to inform your employer about the current status of the projects you are handling so that you can proceed accordingly. It is best to put down the tasks you have in pipeline in an email and send it to all concerned people. It is also a good idea not to accept any long term tasks as this might interfere with your relieving date. If your employer finds a replacement for your role in due time you must train them on the nitty-gritties of your job. In this way, both you and your employer can part ways with a sense of respect and amicability.

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When choosing to reject a candidate after the interview, it is important-for more reasons than one- to communicate your hiring decision to the him/her.

To enable productivity, it is crucial to close the skills gaps in your team. The first step to doing that is to understand where the problem lies. -MeraJob.in

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To find a job that's meant just for you, you need to tweak your job search process a little. -MeraJob.in

What is it that we can do differently this Friendship Day? Let's think beyond the flowers and the friendship bands. -MeraJob.in

Opting for Maritime Courses is a great way to build a successful career in the Merchant Navy. -MeraJob.in

To love your job, you must first love your co-workers. It's as simple as it sounds-- the relationship you share with your co-workers goes a long way in defining how you feel about your job.

Your birthday also happens to be an occasion when you look back at your life to see how far you have come, and how far you would like to go. - MeraJob.in

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