<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:sy="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/syndication/" xmlns:slash="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/slash/" > <channel> <title>2022 employee Archives - SPECTRAFORCE</title> <atom:link href="https://spectraforce.com/tag/2022-employee/feed" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" /> <link></link> <description>The Cure for the Common Job<sup>™</sup></description> <lastBuildDate>Fri, 21 Jul 2023 14:10:10 +0000</lastBuildDate> <language>en-US</language> <sy:updatePeriod> hourly </sy:updatePeriod> <sy:updateFrequency> 1 </sy:updateFrequency> <generator>https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.1</generator> <image> <url>https://spectraforce.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/cropped-favicon-32x32.png</url> <title>2022 employee Archives - SPECTRAFORCE</title> <link></link> <width>32</width> <height>32</height> </image> <item> <title>Top 10 Skills Needed In Today’s Job Market</title> <link>https://spectraforce.com/top-10-skills-needed-in-todays-job-market</link> <comments>https://spectraforce.com/top-10-skills-needed-in-todays-job-market#respond</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Connor Barry]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Sat, 01 Jan 2022 08:30:00 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Career Advice]]></category> <category><![CDATA[How-To Articles Archives]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Job Search]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Resources]]></category> <category><![CDATA[2022 career advice]]></category> <category><![CDATA[2022 employee]]></category> <category><![CDATA[2022 possibilities]]></category> <category><![CDATA[2022 skills]]></category> <category><![CDATA[career advice]]></category> <category><![CDATA[diversify]]></category> <category><![CDATA[diversity]]></category> <category><![CDATA[employee skills]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Job Search tips]]></category> <category><![CDATA[new career]]></category> <category><![CDATA[New job]]></category> <category><![CDATA[new market]]></category> <category><![CDATA[new normal]]></category> <category><![CDATA[top skills]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://spectraforce.com/?p=2913</guid> <description><![CDATA[<a href="https://spectraforce.com/top-10-skills-needed-in-todays-job-market" title="Top 10 Skills Needed In Today’s Job Market" rel="nofollow"><img width="300" height="169" src="https://spectraforce.com/wp-content/uploads/10-Skills-blog-header-300x169.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="Two people sit at a table, discussing charts and graphs on a printed document. One person holds a pen, pointing to the documents, demonstrating key leader characteristics. Mugs and a laptop are visible in the background, highlighting the professional office environment." style="display: block; margin-bottom: 5px; clear:both;max-width: 100%;" link_thumbnail="1" decoding="async" fetchpriority="high" srcset="https://spectraforce.com/wp-content/uploads/10-Skills-blog-header-300x169.jpg 300w, https://spectraforce.com/wp-content/uploads/10-Skills-blog-header-1024x577.jpg 1024w, https://spectraforce.com/wp-content/uploads/10-Skills-blog-header-768x433.jpg 768w, https://spectraforce.com/wp-content/uploads/10-Skills-blog-header-1536x865.jpg 1536w, https://spectraforce.com/wp-content/uploads/10-Skills-blog-header.jpg 1640w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /></a><p>The pandemic in 2020 and 2021 has changed the job market by forcing many to work from home. When 2020 happened, employees’ skills were tested since in-person meetings were rare. So, if you’re looking to differentiate yourself from the rest of the candidates, showcase the following ten skills that employers need in 2022.</p> <p>The post <a href="https://spectraforce.com/top-10-skills-needed-in-todays-job-market">Top 10 Skills Needed In Today’s Job Market</a> appeared first on <a href="https://spectraforce.com">SPECTRAFORCE</a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<a href="https://spectraforce.com/top-10-skills-needed-in-todays-job-market" title="Top 10 Skills Needed In Today’s Job Market" rel="nofollow"><img width="300" height="169" src="https://spectraforce.com/wp-content/uploads/10-Skills-blog-header-300x169.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="Two people sit at a table, discussing charts and graphs on a printed document. One person holds a pen, pointing to the documents, demonstrating key leader characteristics. Mugs and a laptop are visible in the background, highlighting the professional office environment." style="display: block; margin-bottom: 5px; clear:both;max-width: 100%;" link_thumbnail="1" decoding="async" srcset="https://spectraforce.com/wp-content/uploads/10-Skills-blog-header-300x169.jpg 300w, https://spectraforce.com/wp-content/uploads/10-Skills-blog-header-1024x577.jpg 1024w, https://spectraforce.com/wp-content/uploads/10-Skills-blog-header-768x433.jpg 768w, https://spectraforce.com/wp-content/uploads/10-Skills-blog-header-1536x865.jpg 1536w, https://spectraforce.com/wp-content/uploads/10-Skills-blog-header.jpg 1640w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /></a> <p>Key Points:</p> <ul class="has-black-color has-text-color wp-block-list" style="font-size:15px"> <li>2020 reshaped the way companies search for candidates due to embracing the hybrid workplace.</li> <li>Whether you want to be a stellar employee or you’re searching for a job, there are ten skills needed for the 2022 job market.</li> <li>All the soft and technical skills below can be self-developed with our recommendations.</li> </ul> <p style="font-size:15px">When you’re applying for a job, you understand the position well and have the foundation to complete the tasks requested. However, having specific skills can place you as a top candidate in this current climate.</p> <p style="font-size:15px">The pandemic in 2020 and 2021 has changed the job market by forcing many to work from home. When 2020 happened, employees’ skills were tested since in-person meetings were rare. So, if you’re looking to differentiate yourself from the rest of the candidates, showcase the following ten skills that employers need in 2022.</p> <p style="font-size:15px">1. Communicative</p> <p style="font-size:15px">Communication is key to successful teamwork, building trust, and commitment. Written communication and verbal communication are needed even when working remotely. Body language and listening are two of the crucial aspects of communication. For more information on body language, check out our article on <a href="https://spectraforce.com/how-to-improve-your-body-language-during-an-interview" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">improving body language during an interview</a>.</p> <p style="font-size:15px">2. Collaborative</p> <p style="font-size:15px">Working remotely doesn’t mean you’re working alone. Being collaborative shows that you can be a part of a team no matter the environment. Ensuring all team members feel comfortable speaking up is the trust needed to have a collaborative team.</p> <p style="font-size:15px">3. Problem Solving</p> <p style="font-size:15px">Illustrating problem-solving skills shows you can be self-reliant and resourceful. If you have problem-solving skills, you can find underlying issues with a project and provide a solution. The most critical aspect of problem-solving is coming to the table with various creative solutions that can benefit the situation and put them into action.</p> <p style="font-size:15px">4. Leadership</p> <p style="font-size:15px">Dominating a group is not considered leadership, but having a positive mindset and trying to better the group or company shows you genuinely care about your job. Encouraging others on your team and communicating expectations are two steps to becoming a better leader.</p> <p style="font-size:15px">5. Adaptability</p> <p style="font-size:15px">Especially during the pandemic, it was essential to see employees embrace a different workspace. Remaining adaptable shows your resilience which can be a domino in other aspects of your role. The best way to work on your adaptability skills is to remain positive and open-minded through obstacles.</p> <p style="font-size:15px">6. Initiative</p> <p style="font-size:15px">Demonstrating initiative establishes you as a valuable team member and your eagerness to succeed in your career. Taking the initiative is something that can be contagious across the workplace. For instance, if another employee notices positive reinforcement with another employee’s initiative, they will be encouraged to do the same. What’s one way to take the initiative? Speak up and share your ideas.</p> <p style="font-size:15px">7. Project Management</p> <p style="font-size:15px">Especially being a part of a remote workforce, it can be more difficult for management to keep note of the status of all projects, which is why it’s more important than ever for each team member to have a greater understanding. Many project management systems can assist you, such as Asana and Trello.</p> <p style="font-size:15px">8. Critical Thinking</p> <p style="font-size:15px">Being able to decipher what’s essential and make a solution to better the situation or simplify the issue at hand can show how you can handle stressful environments or the root of a problem, perhaps with a client. According to Harvard Business Review, there are a few ways to improve your critical thinking, including questioning assumptions, reasoning through logic, and diversifying your thoughts. For more information, click <a href="https://hbr.org/2019/05/3-simple-habits-to-improve-your-critical-thinking" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">here</a>.</p> <p style="font-size:15px">9. Stress Tolerance</p> <p style="font-size:15px">A tight deadline is not a new concept for most, and with that, it takes an individual that can handle high-stress circumstances to work in fast-paced environments. Self-care and time management can be the best way to tackle this skill to maintain mental health while completing your to-do lists. A great app for time management is Pomodoro.</p> <p style="font-size:15px">10. Tech Literacy</p> <p style="font-size:15px">In this day and age, more technologies are everchanging, and it takes someone open to new technology and someone who can understand it. Better yet, if you are an individual who can stay on top of technology industry news, you can become a valuable asset to companies. If you’re looking to learn more about digital media, you can find various classes on websites such as Udemy.</p> <p style="font-size:15px">If you can illustrate these ten skills during the job interview process with examples, you’ll be ahead of the curve. If you can also show these skills at your current company, you’ll show your value to your team and management. If you’re looking for more ways to make a positive impact while working remotely, see our latest post on s<a href="https://spectraforce.com/6-ways-to-positively-build-virtual-relationships-with-your-team" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">ix ways to positively to build virtual relationships with your team</a>.</p> <p class="has-small-font-size">Source: </p> <p class="has-small-font-size">https://www.topresume.com/career-advice/top-professional-skills-for-resume</p> <p>The post <a href="https://spectraforce.com/top-10-skills-needed-in-todays-job-market">Top 10 Skills Needed In Today’s Job Market</a> appeared first on <a href="https://spectraforce.com">SPECTRAFORCE</a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://spectraforce.com/top-10-skills-needed-in-todays-job-market/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item> <title>How To Create Challenging Career Goals Now For 2022</title> <link>https://spectraforce.com/how-to-create-challenging-career-goals-now-for-2022</link> <comments>https://spectraforce.com/how-to-create-challenging-career-goals-now-for-2022#respond</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Connor Barry]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Tue, 28 Dec 2021 08:30:00 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Career Advice]]></category> <category><![CDATA[HR]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Resources]]></category> <category><![CDATA[2022 career advice]]></category> <category><![CDATA[2022 career goals]]></category> <category><![CDATA[2022 employee]]></category> <category><![CDATA[2022 improvement]]></category> <category><![CDATA[best career goals]]></category> <category><![CDATA[career advice]]></category> <category><![CDATA[fresh start]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Job Search tips]]></category> <category><![CDATA[setup for success]]></category> <category><![CDATA[work from home]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://spectraforce.com/?p=2910</guid> <description><![CDATA[<a href="https://spectraforce.com/how-to-create-challenging-career-goals-now-for-2022" title="How To Create Challenging Career Goals Now For 2022" rel="nofollow"><img width="300" height="169" src="https://spectraforce.com/wp-content/uploads/2022-goals-blog-header-1-300x169.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="A hand is shown changing a wooden block from displaying 2021 to 2022, symbolizing growth and new beginnings. The background is softly lit with bokeh effects. Above the blocks, the text reads "New Year - Fresh Start," embodying essential leader characteristics for moving forward." style="display: block; margin-bottom: 5px; clear:both;max-width: 100%;" link_thumbnail="1" decoding="async" srcset="https://spectraforce.com/wp-content/uploads/2022-goals-blog-header-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https://spectraforce.com/wp-content/uploads/2022-goals-blog-header-1-1024x577.jpg 1024w, https://spectraforce.com/wp-content/uploads/2022-goals-blog-header-1-768x433.jpg 768w, https://spectraforce.com/wp-content/uploads/2022-goals-blog-header-1-1536x865.jpg 1536w, https://spectraforce.com/wp-content/uploads/2022-goals-blog-header-1.jpg 1640w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /></a><p>To craft the best challenging career goals, we requested Amber Kramer, the Head of Human Resources at SPECTRAFORCE, to join us for an interview and provide all of her insight into crafting the best work goals for the upcoming year.</p> <p>The post <a href="https://spectraforce.com/how-to-create-challenging-career-goals-now-for-2022">How To Create Challenging Career Goals Now For 2022</a> appeared first on <a href="https://spectraforce.com">SPECTRAFORCE</a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<a href="https://spectraforce.com/how-to-create-challenging-career-goals-now-for-2022" title="How To Create Challenging Career Goals Now For 2022" rel="nofollow"><img width="300" height="169" src="https://spectraforce.com/wp-content/uploads/2022-goals-blog-header-1-300x169.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="A hand is shown changing a wooden block from displaying 2021 to 2022, symbolizing growth and new beginnings. The background is softly lit with bokeh effects. Above the blocks, the text reads "New Year - Fresh Start," embodying essential leader characteristics for moving forward." style="display: block; margin-bottom: 5px; clear:both;max-width: 100%;" link_thumbnail="1" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://spectraforce.com/wp-content/uploads/2022-goals-blog-header-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https://spectraforce.com/wp-content/uploads/2022-goals-blog-header-1-1024x577.jpg 1024w, https://spectraforce.com/wp-content/uploads/2022-goals-blog-header-1-768x433.jpg 768w, https://spectraforce.com/wp-content/uploads/2022-goals-blog-header-1-1536x865.jpg 1536w, https://spectraforce.com/wp-content/uploads/2022-goals-blog-header-1.jpg 1640w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /></a> <p class="has-black-color has-text-color" style="font-size:15px"><strong>Key Points:</strong></p> <ul class="has-black-color has-text-color wp-block-list" style="font-size:15px"> <li>Amber Kramer, the Head of Human Resources at SPECTRAFORCE, to join us for an interview and provide all of her insight into crafting the best work goals for the upcoming year.</li> <li>Crafting challenging work goals takes a formula and structure to ensure they are measurable and attainable.</li> <li>If we create work goals that bring overall happiness, happiness will spread into other aspects of our lives.</li> </ul> <p style="font-size:15px">Many people create new year resolutions and goals for the upcoming year, including personal goals, such as health goals or even spending more time away from work. However, most individuals’ time is spent at work for 40 hours plus a week. So, why not we set goals for areas of our life that take up so much of our time?</p> <p style="font-size:15px">To craft the best challenging career goals, we requested Amber Kramer, the Head of Human Resources at SPECTRAFORCE, to join us for an interview and provide all of her insight into crafting the best work goals for the upcoming year.</p> <p style="font-size:15px"><strong>Why should someone craftwork goals outside of their manager’s goals for them?</strong></p> <p style="font-size:15px"><strong>Amber:</strong> It all comes down to the individual’s aspirations are and overall career goals. Work goals are about how you can move the needle in 2022 to exceed your attainable goals in 2023.</p> <p style="font-size:15px"><strong>What’s the difference between challenging and unattainable goals?</strong></p> <p style="font-size:15px"><strong>Amber:</strong> Goals are about what you want to achieve and making them quantifiable. How are you supposed to know if you’ve met your goals if they aren’t measurable? For instance, if someone says they want to make more money in the new year, they should add the desired amount and check if they are meeting or exceeding their goals during the year.</p> <p style="font-size:15px"><strong>Should someone use the S.M.A.R.T. goal methodology for their work goals? (S for specific, M for measurable, A for attainable, R for reasonable, and T for time-based)</strong></p> <p style="font-size:15px"><strong>Amber: </strong>Yes, it’s a proven successful way of planning and tracking goals! You have to identify all those aspects, so your goal isn’t fictitious, and you can work towards them.</p> <p style="font-size:15px"><strong>Is there a formula or structure to crafting a challenging and personalized work goal if you’re changing jobs?</strong></p> <p style="font-size:15px"><strong>Amber:</strong> There are a few areas in which someone switching jobs can look at such as, what motivated them to change, what they were discontent with, and what they are looking forward to in their new position. Regarding the structure, I think it’s a safe place to start at one year if two or five years is too far. Start where you think you’ll be in one year and build back from that. It’s best to start your goals around three and lead up to five goals, so you’re not overwhelmed.</p> <p style="font-size:15px"><strong>Are there any goals that everyone should consider?</strong></p> <p style="font-size:15px"><strong>Amber:</strong> Most people want to be well educated and respected in their space, so having goals that align with that, like certifications or mentor/mentee relationships, is a great place to start.</p> <p style="font-size:15px"><strong>Should your work goals be separate from those your manager creates for you?</strong></p> <p style="font-size:15px"><strong>Amber: </strong>Yes! As long as you feel appropriate, it’s the best-case scenario to share your work goals with your manager for feedback. This way, your goals are aligned, and your manager could help you maximize your goals. You’re also showing your manager that you are passionate about your job.</p> <p style="font-size:15px"><strong>When do you feel there is the best time to evaluate your goals? Is it weekly, monthly, or quarterly?</strong></p> <p style="font-size:15px"><strong>Amber:</strong> A couple of aspects determine the frequency of when you should check on your goals. First, it depends on the person and what is reasonable to them. Second, the career stage is essential because the goals are more likely complex and take time if they are further along. I also read an article the other day that talked about this, and their method was “take 5”. Every Friday, you check in with yourself, check on your goals, how you’re tracking with the goals, and how I am feeling in general about work. This method is excellent because you’re not subjectively looking back at work based on one day; you’re looking at it holistically over a month.</p> <p style="font-size:15px"><strong>Do you think there should ever be a time to optimize your goals during the year?</strong></p> <p style="font-size:15px"><strong>Amber: </strong>Optimizing your goals can be significant in two ways because, for one, you could have more gas in your tank to complete your goals and need to pivot, or there may be an unavoidable circumstance, for instance, COVID.</p> <p style="font-size:15px">As you work through your challenging work goals using Amber’s insights, it is essential to understand the importance of a healthy life balance. Challenging goals shouldn’t equate to becoming overwhelmed but instead allow you to grow into the best version of yourself in the new year. If you’re looking for more helpful articles like this one, check out our blogs <a href="https://spectraforce.com/blog" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">here</a>.</p> <p>The post <a href="https://spectraforce.com/how-to-create-challenging-career-goals-now-for-2022">How To Create Challenging Career Goals Now For 2022</a> appeared first on <a href="https://spectraforce.com">SPECTRAFORCE</a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://spectraforce.com/how-to-create-challenging-career-goals-now-for-2022/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> </channel> </rss>