14 Christmas cards to instantly impress your co-workers

14 Christmas cards to instantly impress your co-workers by Michael Cheary So it’s your first Christmas in the office and you’re not sure if people ‘do’ cards… You could go out and grab a box with some generic Christmas scenes on, just in case. Or, you could take the opportunity to spread festive cheer by officially upping the Christmas card game.To help inspire you, here are 14 of our favourite cards you could send your colleagues this Christmas:1. For your work crush…2. For your co-worker that’s obsessed with Christmas movies…3. For your grammatically correct colleague…4. For the person that loves talking politics…5.    For the guy Drake dancing at the Christmas party…6. For the co-worker you wouldn’t let help with the decorations…7. For the ‘insurance policy’…8. For the Friday night friend…9. For the ‘friends friend’…10. For the office Grinch…11. For the ‘you know nothing about Christmas John Snow’ friend…12. For the techie…13. For your workplace nemesis…14. For you work wife/h usband…Is all you want for Christmas a new position? View all available jobs now.Find a job What Where Search JobsSign up for more Career AdviceSign up for moreCareer Advice Please enter a valid email addressmessage hereBy clicking Submit you agree to the terms and conditions applicable to our service and acknowledge that your personal data will be used in accordance with our privacy policy and you will receive emails and communications about jobs and career related topics. Workplace culture

Writing an Objective For a Business Analyst on a Resume

Writing an Objective For a Business Analyst on a ResumeWriting an objective for a business analyst on a resume can be difficult. If you are wondering how to go about it, this article will help you create the perfect objective.Before starting to write an objective for a business analyst on a resume, it is best to clarify first if the company you are applying for does have a business analyst position. Do they need analysts, or does one already exist? What areas of expertise do you have that would be valuable to them? You should keep these details in mind when you begin writing your objective.The next step is to write your objective. This will help you communicate to the interviewer what your skills are, and also why you are a good fit for their company. Make sure that your objective is short and to the point, while also being easy to understand.Your resume's objective should include three words, 'engaged'. For example, if you were asked to demonstrate customer service, then your object ive should read something like this: 'demonstrate that you have demonstrated customer engagement as a customer-focused business analyst by actively engaging with customers and demonstrating successful interaction with customers'. Doing this will help you stand out in the crowd, and will also show the interviewer that you are eager to impress.Take your time and really think about the type of resume that you are looking for. Are you looking for a business analyst position, or are you looking for a generalist in the business world?Always remember that if you're applying for a management position, and are looking for a business analyst position, then you will need to submit a very specific resume, which will list skills that would be helpful in the job. This means that instead of listing customer service skills, you may want to include communication skills, analytical skills, and leadership skills.Many applicants think that they know what the goal is for a business analyst position, but many times the only goal is to get hired. You need to understand that there are no quotas in business. The goal is to be hired on the basis of a candidate's abilities, not their actual performance.For the most part, you should be able to go over your resume with an objective in hand, and review it for spelling and grammar. However, if there are errors in your resume, you might need to send it to the company for correction. You should also look at what job descriptions their job openings actually say and then decide if the job description is the best match for your qualifications.

The Perfect Affiliate Program By XTrade

The Perfect Affiliate Program By XTrade Most of us are looking for a quality affiliate program to join. We are tired of the affiliate programs that no one is really interested in the product. I dont know about you but for me its hard for me to get excited about marketing the product when I dont think theres a true market for it. And XTrade Affiliate program has a huge amount of people interested in it. It has a huge amount of people interested in it because so many people want to get rid of their job and make money from the internet. The internet has a lot of promise as a place where people can compete and make money without a job. Why Affiliate Programs Are So Popular? The newest thing that so many people are trying to become what is known as a Digital Nomad location independent worker. For those people, which is a huge amount of people who are constantly on the internet looking for opportunities, the idea that they could learn how to trade the markets for a living and that they can do it from anywhere in the world is very exciting. And this is exactly what is provided here by XTrade Affiliates â€" an opportunity to make money by doing what you know to do online. The people who want to become Digital Nomads are your target audience. They are willing to invest in becoming better, learning the skill of trading and reading the information that you provide on this topic. Trading is not easy and these people will need a lot of help to become profitable but the owners of this affiliate program, XTrade, have a training program that is second to none and that can quickly get almost anyone up to Pace. So it isnt like youre just telling them do this and make a lot of money, you will also be giving them a connection with the broker who has one of the best training academies out there. For me, XTrade Affiliates is one that I truly believe in and one that I can get behind with all my heart. It is one that I could market full bore and know that Im offering something of great value and that it could help a lot of people. It isnt like Im just a bleeding heart just wanting to give good value but this is a program that really works and it has a huge market of people who need it and who will sign up under you. These are all the things to look for in an affiliate program. It has a built-in market for it, it is a very popular niche, I can find unique ways to market it to different types of people and it is something that actually has a lot of value. So for those of you who have been looking for the perfect affiliate program to get behind, that has a huge payout, that has a huge amount of upside and a ton of ways that you can Market. Your wait is over you have found the perfect affiliate program to put all of your energy behind. Image Source; Image Source

I just want a UK internship at the end of my Masters University of Manchester Careers Blog

I just want a UK internship at the end of my Masters University of Manchester Careers Blog Written by Elizabeth Wilkinson, Careers Consultant at The Careers Service If youre an international student coming to the end of your Masters degree or youre just at the start and youre planning your year a common ambition is to get an internship in the UK, to round off your time in Manchester. And thats where it gets tricky but if you think a bit differently about what you want, and what youve got to offer, you could have a better chance of achieving your goal. Getting work in the UK whats the problem? As an international postgrad, you need the right permission to work in the UK. You can work part-time during your degree, but as you dont get a summer vacation (thats when you do your project or dissertation!) there isnt normally time during your Masters to get full-time work, at least until youve completed all your course work and handed in your dissertation/project report (more here). If you want to work full-time after your Masters, youd normally need to get a different type of work visa, such as the Tier 2 Employer sponsored visa (more here). However, the University of Manchester is part of a pilot programme allowing most of our international Masters postgrads to work in the UK for up to 6 months after the end date of their course. So why might getting a 6 month internship be a problem, if your visa allows you to work? It may not be a problem if you focus on what you can offer an employer rather than what you want from them. An employer is more likely to be interested in you if: You have skills and experience to offer which the employer needs if your skills and experience are current and in short supply, theyre most likely to be useful to an employer. You dont restrict yourself to looking for an internship. In the UK, this term is more commonly used for a short piece of work undertaken during an undergraduate degree, and implies that someone needs quite a lot of training. You may find a few graduate internships advertised but theyre not that common (we advertised about 170 graduate internships on CareersLink last year between September and December, but many of these were for 12 months). Your approach to an employer shows how you could help solve a problem for them. For example, youre familiar with databases or your language skills and experience could help with their customer base back in your home country. This is more likely to attract an employer than an approach asking for 6 months training, after which youre likely to have to leave. You contact them 2 or 3 months in advance. Make it clear that youre looking for 6 months temporary work, and that your student visa will give you permission to work for a UK employer for 6 months (direct them here to reassure them its legit). If you present yourself as a solution to a short term staffing problem, thats a much easier sell than presenting yourself as someone whos just desperate for 6 months work. How else can you improve your chances? First and foremost, focus on your English language skills (written and verbal) throughout your time in Manchester. You will need to get these up to business level standard, where you would be confident speaking in a meeting with colleagues. That also includes understanding local accents. Get to know the locals round here and you can show off your Manchester accent back home. Learn how people operate in a UK workplace, including workplace etiquette. This can differ from other countries, you cant assume its the same as back home (were notorious for not saying what we actually mean in the workplace we call it being polite but sometimes its just cover for very strong disagreements). Think about the skills you can offer. For example, if youve been doing a technical Masters, think about the lab and project skills youve gained and which sort of employers might benefit from those skills. If youve worked in teams, whether as part of your course, in work or in your social activities, it shows that youve developed an knowledge of how people work well together. An awareness of your skills, backed up by practical evidence, articulated in a well-written CV, can be more persuasive to an employer than the fact that you have a Masters degree as well as an undergraduate degree. If you cant get part-time work during your Masters, try volunteering. This could help with your language ability, your understanding of a UK workplace and your skills. Moreover, it could make you truly feel part of the community in Manchester. Plus, you might make the sort of contacts who know of hot leads for jobs? Dont rely on simply searching Google for job ads. Make use of more specialist job sites or those specific to graduate level work (CareersLink has vacancies from employers who are specifically targeting University of Manchester students, and our Graduate JobSearch site can lead you to other specialist sites). Use any contacts you have temporary work may never be advertised. Make speculative applications to employers who might value your specific skills. Ensure you have an up-to-date LinkedIn profile which highlights your skills and is visible to recruiters. Want more help on finding a job, writing a CV and getting through interviews as a postgrad? Our postgraduate careers essentials talks are all available as slides and podcasts here.All International Internships Postgraduate

NW Writing a Resume - Tips to Help You Write a Successful Resume

NW Writing a Resume - Tips to Help You Write a Successful ResumeNorthwest writing a resume is a wonderful way to establish your place in the job market and establish yourself as an asset to the company. It is a great way to get the message across to the hiring manager. Northwest writing a resume is easy if you take the time to do it correctly.You have to learn the basics of Northwest writing a resume. First off, your resume should reflect the quality of work you have done and the level of responsibility you have had. Northwest writing a resume, what is the purpose of your resume? This is the question you need to ask yourself.Your resume should be tailored to the job being advertised. It should highlight your qualifications and abilities that will make you the best fit for the job opening. An example of this would be, when writing a resume, a resume for a Human Resources Specialist should mention how many years of work experience you have on the position. The goal is to create a profe ssional looking resume. Keep it clean and concise so you can communicate your message easily.Now that you have established yourself as a potential asset to the job market, you want to send your resume out in the correct fashion. Your resume is for the purpose of contacting the hiring manager or a potential employer. You want your resume to be a positive representation of you and your work history.Send your resume to an employment agency or specialist in the area where you are applying. If you are applying for a position in the Seattle area, send your resume to the employment bureau in Seattle. Let the agency know you are a potential candidate for the job opening.They will then contact you and make you an appointment to speak with the employment bureau. You will be required to come in and be interviewed about you abilities, your experienceand your interests. A good employment agent will also allow you to go over your application and see if it fits the job opening.When you have comple ted the interview and have submitted your resume, be sure to submit your resume electronically. This will ensure that the information you provide is immediately in front of the hiring manager. If they see your resume, they can immediately decide if you would be a good hire for the position.Keep in mind that a resume should be representative of your personality and your skills. If you can write in the first person and put yourself in the position of the interviewer, you will get an even better result. Have fun!

Wedding Planning

Wedding Planning Wedding Planning || A Fashion Blogger’s Perspectives on Bridal Gown Trying-On Home Life, Lifestyle March 3, 2017 0 CommentsCavin Elizabeth Photography â€" http://www.cavinelizabeth.comUpdated 3/31/17* See bottom of the post!  As a bride-to-be, this is perhaps THE MOST exciting part of the entire wedding planning process! This is the part that I wish would NEVER end: and it’s the bridal gown hunting and selecting process! I knew I had to document this part of wedding planning on the blog and share the experience with you.In this post, I will show you bridal gowns from 5 different designers in various price points. I let my consultant,  Stacey, pick these out knowing what I like and don’t like and really enjoyed the process of trying on different gowns. At the end of the post I’ll reveal the designer of my ACTUAL GOWN but, of course, not the actual dress. I will have to reveal it after the wedding!As far as the type of gowns I have been looking for, this is what I like and don’t like: I don’t have very clear and defined collar bones (I know, the weirde st body part to be NOT confident about…) so I try to avoid all strapless/tube tops. I also prefer tulle/organza over satin in any scenario. I wanted something airy and fluffy, but not overly princess-y. I wanted something that will elongate me and give me a very “bridal” silhouette, but also have something that will be memorable and not just “a bridal gown”.The White Flower Bridal Boutique turned out to be the boutique that really understood my vision and had everything that I wanted in stock. They are located in downtown San Diego. If you’re a bride to be and are shopping for a gown, don’t forget to make an appointment and visit them!P.S. This s not a sponsored post in any way, shape, or form!Cavin Elizabeth Photography â€" http://www.cavinelizabeth.comThe White Flower Bridal Boutique in San Diego, CACavin Elizabeth Photography â€" http://www.cavinelizabeth.comThe White Flower Bridal Boutique in San Diego, CAStacey Kerr is my wedding consultant at The White Flower.   She’s been SUPER helpful, knowledgeable, responsive, and patient with me throughout the whole process. I’m SO glad I got to work with her!!Cavin Elizabeth Photography â€" http://www.cavinelizabeth.comSo, here are Stacey’s picks that I tried on!  I also brought my own shoes (The Jimmy Choo’s you see to the left of the picture below!)Cavin Elizabeth Photography â€" http://www.cavinelizabeth.comSo, here are some of the pieces that I tried on thought I thought would be entirely and thoroughly ME, and a great fit for a fashion blogger’s bridal gown!!1.  Two Piece Outfit: Lea Ann Belter Top Arabella Wtoo Skirt- EffieI knew going in that I wanted to have something that’s less conventional. A two piece gown from different brands definitely checked that box! I love the top that hugs the body (super flattering!) and the bottom that is everything you can ask for a fusion ballgown/A-line skirt!  Cavin Elizabeth Photography â€" http://www.cavinelizabeth.comCavin Elizabeth Photogra phy â€" http://www.cavinelizabeth.comCavin Elizabeth Photography â€" http://www.cavinelizabeth.com  2. The Vintage Elegance:  Wtoo- Lenora GownI also wanted to make sure I tried on something that I just wouldn’t even think of trying if someone didn’t pick it out for me. I wanted to make sure my pre-conceived notions were not blinding me from finding the perfect gown. So this was the one that Stacey grabbed for me â€" I loved the vintage and elegant design. But, as you can probably see on my face, it ultimately wasn’t something that I felt like I could be myself in.Cavin Elizabeth Photography â€" http://www.cavinelizabeth.comCavin Elizabeth Photography â€" http://www.cavinelizabeth.comCavin Elizabeth Photography â€" http://www.cavinelizabeth.comCavin Elizabeth Photography â€" http://www.cavinelizabeth.com3. The One That May Have Gotten Away: Essence Of Australia 2292 GownI had a little episode before I finalized the decision on THE dress. The first time I went with my entourag e to the first boutique (which will remain anonymous), I actually ended up putting down the deposit toward an Essence of Australia dress. It wasn’t the one I’m wearing in these photos because it was a sample dress and they didn’t allow photos. But, I kind of got suckered into the “deal” because it was during a trunk show, and that they were offering something like (don’t remember exactly) 50% off. So, the next morning, I literally woke up and KNEW I made the wrong decision. Thank goodness it wasn’t too late and I was lucky enough to be able to reverse that decision. But I learned the lesson of listening to my heart and not my brain, and eventually found the dress that I LOVED at The White Flower boutique and hadn’t changed my mind since!!Cavin Elizabeth Photography â€" http://www.cavinelizabeth.comCavin Elizabeth Photography â€" http://www.cavinelizabeth.comCavin Elizabeth Photography â€" http://www.cavinelizabeth.com4. The Unexpected Contender: Martina Liana 822 Gow nThe moment I put the dress on I knew my first impression about the dress was wrong. This is one of those dresses that fit SO well and accentuate all the right parts of your body. It sounds weird but I felt like a goddess in this dress! The only caveat was that I wasn’t looking to look like a goddess… if that makes sense. I still needed my dress to be a tiny bit more conservative, and not show so much curves. But I have to say I didn’t expect the dress to make me feel as amazing as it did. I would recommend any bride who wants to look dazzling and sexy!Cavin Elizabeth Photography â€" http://www.cavinelizabeth.comCavin Elizabeth Photography â€" http://www.cavinelizabeth.comCavin Elizabeth Photography â€" http://www.cavinelizabeth.com5. Made my heart flutter: Hayley Paige Lorelei GownI CANNOT gush enough about Hayley Paige gowns… She truly masters the whimsical and romantic look in EVERY dress she designs. I am a story teller and a content developer, I feel like I appreciate a ll things that tell stories, too. Hayley Paige gowns do exactly that. This particular dress I tried on was a slightly larger size, so it obviously didn’t fit perfectly. But imagine the sleeves perfectly tailored to my arms, and the top fitting a little more snugly… This dress was SO dangerously beautiful I was scared that I would change my mind about the dress I’d already committed to!Cavin Elizabeth Photography â€" http://www.cavinelizabeth.comCavin Elizabeth Photography â€" http://www.cavinelizabeth.comCavin Elizabeth Photography â€" http://www.cavinelizabeth.comCavin Elizabeth Photography â€" http://www.cavinelizabeth.comEven thought I felt SO strongly tempted,  I still didn’t change my mind. Thank goodness. LOL. And you may have guessed by this point, YES, I went with a Hayley Paige gown!! As a designer, Hayley Paige most closely represents my style and ultimately her dress really spoke to me as a fashion blogger. And I will be walking down the aisle in 8 days in it… I CANNOT BELIEVE!!!3/31/2017 Update:It’s been 20 days after the most dreamy day of my life, and here is the actual gown that I wore on my big day: the Hayley Paige Dori gown! It was perfect in every single way:  the color, the fit, the way it moved, the way it made me feel.. I don’t think I could’ve possibly moved a better gown!!Me, in Hayley Paige Dori Gown 3Cavin Elizabeth Photography â€" http://www.cavinelizabeth.comCavin Elizabeth Photography â€" http://www.cavinelizabeth.comCavin Elizabeth Photography â€" http://www.cavinelizabeth.comCavin Elizabeth Photography â€" http://www.cavinelizabeth.comI hope the searching process of a fashion blogger’s bridal gown was interesting to read. Which gown do you like best and why??All photography by Cavin Elizabeth Photography Wedding Planning Wedding Planning || What To Wear To A Garden WeddingHome Life, Lifestyle February 7, 2017 0 CommentsI am literally writing this during the Super Bowl game on Sunday. Did you guys enjoy the game?  I loved Gaga’s performance and those drones were amazing! Oh and the first ever over time in NFL history? Pretty amazing!!So if this post sends you on a shopping spree, I apologize… JK, it’s exactly my intention, HAHA!Our spring wedding is fast approaching (in just a little over a month…eeeee!!) and I’m getting a lot of question about whether there is a dress code to the wedding. I didn’t want to bog down my guests with needing to shop for a particular kind of dress. Instead, I’m providing a bunch of ideas as to what you COULD wear to my wedding, or any other garden-esq weddings for that matter.Here’s a quick overview of the venue I have here â€" it’s a Southwestern, colonial style boutique hotel in the heart of La Jolla, California. The ambiance of the hotel feels really c ozy and intimate, and has lots, and I mean LOTS of green.   So if you are planning outfits for any future garden weddings, or better yet… if you’re planning outfits for OUR wedding, here is a post for you to book mark!!I’ve broken the price range down into dresses that are  under $80, $80-$120, and $120-$250.Minimal budget: Dresses under $80 Home Life, Lifestyle February 7, 2017 0 CommentsI am literally writing this during the Super Bowl game on Sunday. Did you guys enjoy the game?  I loved Gaga’s performance and those drones were amazing! Oh and the first ever over time in NFL history? Pretty amazing!!So if this post sends you on a shopping spree, I apologize… JK, it’s exactly my intention, HAHA!Our spring wedding is fast approaching (in just a little over a month…eeeee!!) and I’m getting a lot of question about whether there is a dress code to the wedding. I didn’t want to bog down my guests with needing to shop for a particular kind of dress. Instead, I’m providing a bunch of ideas as to what you COULD wear to my wedding, or any other garden-esq weddings for that matter.Here’s a quick overview of the venue I have here â€" it’s a Southwestern, colonial style boutique hotel in the heart of La Jolla, California. The ambiance of the hotel feels really cozy and intimate, and has lots, and I mean LOTS of g reen.   So if you are planning outfits for any future garden weddings, or better yet… if you’re planning outfits for OUR wedding, here is a post for you to book mark!!I’ve broken the price range down into dresses that are  under $80, $80-$120, and $120-$250.Minimal budget: Dresses under $80 NBD $ 178 Get Sale Alert KENDALL + KYLIE $ 228 Get Sale Alert Endless Rose $ 80 Get Sale Alert Asos $ 73 Get Sale Alert Elise Ryan $ 100 Get Sale Alert NBD $ 198 Get Sale Alert Rachel Pally $ 251 Get Sale Alert Asos $ 68 Get Sale Alert NBD $ 220 Get Sale Alert Lovers And Friends Golden Ray Rose-Print Maxi Dress $ 230 Get Sale Alert Asos $ 181 Get Sale Alert French Connection $ 148 Get Sale Alert Billabong $ 74.95 Get Sale Alert Paper Dolls Petite 1/2 Sleeve All Over Lace Pencil Dress $ 94 Get Sale Alert Bang for your buck: Dresses between $80 â€" $120 For Love Lemons $ 303 Get Sale Alert Missguided $ 86 Get Sale Alert Keepsake $ 270 Get Sale Alert ASTR the Label $ 110 Get Sale Alert Womens KISS AND TELL LACE MINI $ 168 Get Sale Alert Lulus $ 82 Get Sale Alert Topshop $ 90 Get Sale Alert Aidan Mattox $ 255 Get Sale Alert Keepsake $ 170 Get Sale Alert Aidan Mattox $ 295 Get Sale Alert Topshop $ 85 Get Sale Alert Lumier $ 120 Get Sale Alert Eliza J $ 318 Get Sale Alert MinkPink $ 119 Get Sale Alert KENDALL + KYLIE $ 298 Get Sale Alert Adrianna Papell $ 160 Get Sale Alert Self-Portrait $ 510 Get Sale Alert Embellished Bodice Gown $ 395 Get Sale Alert BCBGMAXAZRIA $ 338 Get Sale Alert Adrianna Papell $ 240 Get Sale Alert BCBGMAXAZRIA $ 268 Get Sale Alert BCBGMAXAZRIA $ 368 Get Sale Alert Sue Wong $ 348 Get Sale Alert Ellen Tracy $ 218 Get Sale Alert Shop your heart’s desire: Dresses above $120 (and under $250 still) NBD $ 218 Get Sale Alert Eliza J $ 268 Get Sale Alert Keepsake $ 180 Get Sale Alert SWF Clementine Dress in Red. - size XS (also in ) $ 228 Get Sale Alert For Love Lemons $ 358 Get Sale Alert Three floor $ 400 Get Sale Alert Eliza J $ 158 Get Sale Alert Self-Portrait $ 545 Get Sale Alert Nookie $ 249 Get Sale Alert Bardot $ 149 Get Sale Alert Pisarro Nights $ 208 Get Sale Alert Sue Wong $ 422.5 Get Sale Alert Lisa Perry $ 695 Get Sale Alert BCBGMAXAZRIA $ 268 Get Sale Alert Equipment $ 428 Get Sale Alert Wedding Planning Wedding Planning || My Bridal Shower Rehearsal Dinner Outfits Home Life, Lifestyle April 12, 2017 0 CommentsYesterday, we celebrated being an officially married couple for one full month. Time really flies when you’re having a great time!! It’s ridiculous to think that it’s been 31 days since #BestDayEver311 already. Like many people told me, things did start to feel different since we got married â€" we truly are a team now and we’re in this together! That makes everything feel that much sweeter. It’s quite incredible!Gushing aside, I wanted to share with you guys my outfit hunting result when I was preparing for my bridal shower (in February) and rehearsal dinner (the day before the wedding). Both outfits are affordable (under $150), comfortable, super flattering, and most importantly, scream BRIDAL!  Morning Lavender Lynette Midi Dress in Pink    Some of you might find this dress familiar. Yes- I did wear the same dress in green for my Christmas party post back in December! It’s the same exact dress, except in a different, drea mier, and definitely bridal color! I LOVE the dress to pieces.. It’s actually available in a dreamy/mauve-y kind of blue now! GET IT before it’s sold out (they definitely have the tendency to sell out very quickly)!!Eliza J Fit and Flare dressThe other dress was the Eliza J Fit and Flare dress which I wore to the rehearsal dinner the night before our wedding. It was a light dress with bell sleeves and gave me the feminine edge I wanted on the day I got to meet a lot of Victor’s family for the first time. You can find it here.  It’s extremely flattering and yet maintains a demure and proper kind of vibe. I loved every bit of this dress!All photography by Natalie Alvarado @ Stylenfuse Wedding Planning Wedding Planning || My Engagement Shoot “What It’s Like To Be Planning A Wedding” Home Life, Life as a blogger, Lifestyle February 19, 2017 0 CommentsWe are officially under 1 month away from the big day! Having just gone through a bit of a crisis (more on that later) in my career, I am so ready to finish the last mile of my wedding planning process on a high note and in 3 weeks, walk down the aisle and marry my best friend!In the next coming weeks, I have a hair appointment, final dress fitting, video shoot to finish up, and an appointment to apply for a marriage license. But I wanted to share some REAL insight and advice on what I’ve learned in the last 11 months with you today. If you’re a bride to be, listen closely.. and if you’ve been there and done that, read on and laugh with (at) me!!By the way, these photos are actually part of my Engagement Shoot, taken by the amazing Jen Fellows from Acqua Photos. We decided to capture something real and AUTHENTIC of what’s actually going on a few months before the wedding â€" looking at details of the wedding and enjoying every moment. Instead of dressing up and trying to act all lovey-dovey (we did that, too, for the record, and I didn’t love the end result), we decided to capture what’s REAL. I can’t tell you how much MORE I love this kind of photo shoot; it tells a story without me having to try at all!So here are the things I’ve learned in the last 11 months that I wish I knew before I started:1) Starting earlier is ALWAYS better than starting laterAnd I don’t just mean the wedding planning process itself, but the bits and pieces of the process. It’s never too late to get that MINTED order in (especially knowing sometimes they mess up!! I had such nightmares dealing with them), start thinking about your guest list, and finalizing your seating charts… These are things that you think you can’t do until later in the process, but start laying them out! You can change your mind later, but at least you won’t be starting from scratch when time is all of a sudden limited. W hich, trust me, WILL happen to you!2) Select the right wedding plannerThis is kind of an obvious one on the surface. Depending on what you need, you may be looking for a day-of, month-of, or full-service wedding planner. Some specialize in ethnic weddings, other specialize in design.  I personally interviewed 6 different wedding planners myself within a 2 month period and eventually decided to go with Nicole George Events.The reason I picked Nicole over all the other ones I interviewed was because she seemed more 1) organized 2) calm and composed 3) stylish when it comes to personal style. Honestly, that’s about how much you can glean from a 30-60 minute meeting with anyone. If you ask me, hiring a wedding planner is such a tricky business because you can’t really “try out” their service. You have 1-2 meetings to determine whether you like them, and after you’ve signed with them there’s pretty much no turning back. I am extremely lucky that Nicole turned out to be every thing she was during our initial consultation. She is always prompt and responsive in terms of communication, and understands my vision, and listens more than she talks. The most important thing has been that she provides feedback at the right moment â€" she understands to complement my vision, and not to overpower it.  These are such important traits for people in the service industry, especially wedding related business because everything is so personal.  I love that about Nicole.So when you’re looking for a wedding planner, I’d say look for people that click with you personally, someone whose demeanor you can work with (they’re not talking too fast, taking 3 days to respond to your email, wearing a lip color that you could never imagine wearing, or proposes ideas that are surprising to you in not-so-positive ways). If you should be judgemental ONCE in your life time, this is the time to exercise judgement.3) Have a theme, but more importantly, tell your storyWith Nicole’ s help, we defined the stylistic theme of our wedding very early on. It was blush and midnight blue in terms of color, and the overall style is romantic, soft, and gardenesque. This was all Nicole’s work, so it was easier on my part.What was more challenging is how to weave the story of how Victor and I met, how we are as a couple, and what binds us together, all into this look and feel. If you’re trying to do the same, I’d recommendA. Work on your vow first, even if you’re way early in wedding planning. Write down the things you have to say to thank and appreciate your significant other. What comes to mind and what is the glue in your relationship.. what holds you together? Go from there.B. Think about the touch points on the wedding day â€" a cocktail napkin probably won’t have as much impact as a sign displayed at the front entrance. Pick and choose the aspects of the wedding day where you want the story to come through. You can’t have EVERYTHING tell your story.. tha t will be sensory overload for your guests!C. Much like what I did for our engagement shoot… think about ways to capture you guys in your most natural and authentic state. Having anything that’s less posted and scripted is always better!4) If you don’t have a vision, tap into Pinterest. But only moderately.Every wedding planner I interviewed said that they have a love-hate relationship with Pinterest. And it’s true! It’s the best tool there is when it comes to perusing the different options out there, but it isn’t always the easiest to organize and keep track of things.I personally liked to go to StyleMePretty.com or TheKnot.com to look for aesthetic inspiration. Or I go to a big/established wedding planner or famous photographer’s websites to get ideas. Unless these people have been paying special attention to SEO, not all of their material land on Pinterest.5) Don’t forget to involve your significant otherDepending on the significant other’s personality, they may or may not be heavily involved in the wedding planning process. I say involve them anyway, but gauge what the “right level” is. It’s very common for the bride to take on most of the responsibilities and make most of the decisions. But it’s BOTH of your big da, so you don’t want him to be surprised about what happens during your wedding, especially financially related items, haha. Yes, be on the same page regarding your budget, and involve him in your decision making process. All Photography by Jen Fellows at Acqua Photo Wedding Planning Wedding Planning || Cake Dessert Tasting With Peggy’s Kitchen Home Life, Lifestyle January 23, 2017 0 Comments  Cake Designer:  Peggy’s Kitchen Photographer:  Cavin Elizabeth Photography Wedding Planner:    Nicole George EventsFrom now till April, I will be sharing bits and pieces of details of my wedding planning that I’ve really enjoyed. It’s an ambitious goal… but I’m going to try to document this process as much as I can. On my list are things like wedding grown selection process, florist selection, and maybe how I found my wedding planner. (this will be a long one!)  Is there anything in particular that you want to see?! Leave me a comment and let me know! First up is the wedding cake and mini wedding desserts. Originally, this wasn’t going to be a significant part of my wedding as neither my fiancé nor I are really into sweets. When comparing to all other elements of a wedding, we both thought cake and desserts weren’t an important aspect for us. BUT ALL OF THIS CHANGED when I met Peggy.Guys, checking out Peggy’s website here and see all the amazing work she’s done!Peggy reached out to me over Instagram/email, and we met up. It turned out we have so many things in common â€" we both went to UCSD, we both grew up in Taiwan, and we share very similar views in what’s aesthetically pleasing! I instantly knew she would be great to work with. Peggys’ the type of person that listens more than she talks, and is very deliberate about her design, and is very thoughtful in her approach to her designs.If you happen to be planning a wedding, too, I highly recommend you having an in-person meeting/tasting so everyone can be on the same page when it comes to the way desserts look, taste, and how important a role desserts play in the wedding compared to every other element. It’s just such a fun type of meeting. And truth be told, and who doesn’t like to chat wedding over some delicious dessert and hot cup of tea? So let met break down in the paragraph next that outlines the way we approached the dessert designing process:P.S. All the photos here are taken by Cavin Elizabeth Photography â€" If you’re still looking for a wedding photographer, you don’t be disappointed with Cavin’s meticulous work!!1. Understanding Aesthetics TasteThis, to me, was probably the most important aspect of it all. In viewing Peggy’s website, it was immediately clear that she shares the clean and crisp colors with feminine touches that I really like. And both coming from Taiwanese up-bringing and culture, I knew she will be able to understand I’m not the biggest fan of most of the typically American desserts simply because the sugar content is usually way too high for my palate. So with these two factors locked in, I couldn’t wait to get into the planning process with Peggy.2. Determine Size of The CakeThanks to my wedding planner, Nicole, I didn’t have to worry about it this much. She provided this chart and between her and Peggy, it was clear how much cake we needed based on the number of g uests we have. Having an experienced wedding planner definitely pays off!3. In Person Meeting and TastingThis was the fun part!! All of the photos you see in this post are taken on the tasting day. It was such a team effort pulling together my wedding planner, cake designer, and photographer to get this project done, it came together seamlessly.Peggy made 4 cakes for me, in mini-forms of course, including an almond cake, Ricotta cheese cake, flourless chocolate mousse cake, and a French strawberry cake. I have to honestly say they were ALL delicious, in 100% honesty. I’m not a dessert person to begin with, so when I say it’s good, it’s REALLY good!! It was hard picking THE one for our wedding, but I settled on the Ricotta cheese cake because I thought it would be appealing to most people. My personal favorite was the almond cake :pWe also had 3 kinds of mini desserts including rose macarons, mini fruit tarts, and these gorgeous looking white chocolate mousse raspberry verrines . I ended up asking her to make ALL of them for the wedding â€" the flavors were on POINT and they all looked so deliciously gorgeous!!  From left to right :  Almonds Cake with Mascarpone Cheese Filling; Ricotta Cheese Cake also with Mascarpone Cheese Filling; Flourless Chocolate Cake With Chocolate Mousse   french Strawberry Cake   White Chocolate Mouse Raspberry Verrines   Mini Fruit Tarts   Rose Macarons4. Adjustment and Post-Tasting Follow UpAfter a wonderful time spent together tasting all the deliciousness, we had candid conversations about the wedding planning process with Cavin and Nicole both sharing their personal experiences with particular weddings in terms of planning and photography.The next day, Peggy sent an email to confirm the type of cake and dessert I was going to have, and we also confirmed the number of each piece that she was going to make. With Nicole’s input too, we also settled on cake stands, delivery time, clean-up and everything related to my wedding c ake.I can’t tell you how much I’d recommend Peggy’s service to all of you in San Diego. I mean, these pictures honestly speak for themselves, right? Pst… she also makes birthday cakes, kids cakes, and any other events. Reach out to her if you need to inquire about her service! All photography by Cavin Elizabeth PhotographyDisclaimer: Peggy has kindly offered to provide tasting and day-of cake and dessert to me free of charge. But all opinion expressed here is with 100% honesty and sincerity.

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A resume also doesn’t give you the opportunity to express your core values the way a blog can. If a potential employer spent some time digging through the content on my blog they would get quite a bit of insight into my core values.   While this would probably rule out certain people from ever hiring me, it would also ensure the ones that would hire me identify with my values. It narrows down your pool of opportunities to the ones that are ideal for you.Finally a resume doesn’t provide tangible evidence of your skills. A successful blog on the other hand can demonstrate great communication skills, initiative, creativity, and your ability to market yourself.   Regardless of what field you are going into these are valuable assets for a potential employer.When somebody is hiring for a social media job and says “send me your resume”   I have a tendency to cringe because I know that my resume can’t possibly give a hiring manager the insights my blog and podcast could give them.   So all I can say to the hiring managers of the world is simply this.Don’t hire me based on my resume!