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 As a job seeker, it’s easy to see hiring managers as big, bad obstacles that need to be overcome. They’re the gatekeepers, after all. But, this kind of thinking actually leads to weaker job applications. Think about it this way: Hiring managers read a ton of resumes —to the point at which their eyes cross. More importantly, hiring managers are just people. With this in mind, the only thing you really need to do to stand out is to have the one resume that actually lets them breathe a sigh of relief during this painful process. Here are simple things you can do. Make the First Thing on Your Resume Immediately Relevant There’s nothing worse for a hiring manager than having to dig through a resume to find what, exactly, an applicant’s relevant experience entails. Don’t make this harder than it needs to be for the person who will be reading your resume, and make sure the first thing on your resume is something you know he or she wants. Are you applying to a sales position? Tit...

Email is widely used as a form of inexpensive yet highly effective business communication tool. Emails are rarely taken print-outs of, and are used as soft copies because it is easy to archive and retrieve emails. The reason of its popularity is its ease of access, which everyone in an organization starting from the CEO to the janitor can use. Emails are an efficient way to communicate information in a well-presented, easy to read and professionally appropriate manner. Many people quote lack of time as a reason to forward substandard emails that range from incomplete to incomprehensible. Now, let’s discuss some tricks to write effective emails: Plan your message.  Use the subject line to grab reader’s attention.  Keep your message short and clear.D on't type your entire message in lower case.  Proofread your message before sending it and assume accountability. If you are angry, take a few minutes to cool down before sending an email.  Don't type your ...

The primary purpose of writing a memo is to support decision-making by  documenting a reference for future use. It also helps in conveying information,  presenting an informal report, and proposing a solution to a problem. A business memo is appropriate to use when making company announcements  such as employee appointments, promotions and changes in company policies. Format of a Memo A memo normally includes the following elements: a) Organization name – in the letterhead. b) Memo Title – at the top of the page. c) Attachments – documents attached to the memo for reference. d) Summary – placed at the beginning of the memo, should condense the  subject to five or ten lines. It should not contain jargon or highly technical  language. e) To – Reader’s full name (include honorary titles, but keep generic titles  like ‘Mr.’, ‘Ms.’ out. The ‘To’ line negates salutation usages like ‘Dear’. f) If the number of readers exceed five, mention them at th...

When the parties in a negotiation are committed to a position, they feel that moving from that position is a failure. Instead, the focus should be given to their purposes. To achieve mutual gain, focus should be given on interests, rather than positions. An environment of respect and discipline should be prevalent between both the parties. For example, in a school, one party favours uniforms, the other opposes it. The reasons for the first party to support uniforms is to avoid circumstances where students wear casuals, because it may give rise to an act of bullying where a person or group may act hostile towards each other regarding their individual style.  The second party is against the use of uniforms because wearing a uniform has its own drawbacks. It makes students easily distinguishable to outsiders. It might even cause financial issues for guardians with limited income. In such a case, the solution is to allow students to dress according to a specific dress code. ...

A résumé is a document used to present an applicant’s backgrounds and skills  while applying for new employment. It’s a summary of a candidate’s job  experience and education.  Format of a Résumé Although the templates of resumes vary from profession to profession, we will  discuss the most widely accepted format here, which consists of: a) Name - Full name of the applicant without general salutations like Mr.,  Ms. b) Address - the permanent address c) Objective - the aim of your professional life d) Education - your academic qualification e) Skills - areas of expertise in your profession f) Programming Languages - if any g) Software Tools - Software tools you use in your profession (MS Word,  Excel) h) Operating System Platforms - operating system you use (Windows,  Mac) i) Database Management System - if any j) Personal Skills - soft skills k) Experience Breakdown - detailed explanation of your experience l) Achievements & I...

How long should my resume be?” is one of the most often asked questions about resumes. Lately, job seekers were advised that a resume should not exceed one page. Those who broke this golden rule were destined for the circular file. Times have changed, and thus has the criteria for resume length. The new guideline is: A resume should be long enough to entice the hiring managers to give you a call for an interview. That may sound vague, but there is no hard-and-fast resume length rule that works for everyone. Things to consider include career objective, occupation, industry, experience, years of experience , scope of accomplishments and education/training. Resume Format: Keep these factors in your mind when deciding on resume length: Your resume can be a career marketing strategy, not an autobiography. Do your best to keep your resume concise and focused on your key selling points. Leave out the past experiences that don’t market you to your current goal. Every word in the res...

Your resume is essentially a formal introduction of who you are to your potential employer. It should therefore comprise your educational background, former occupational positions, and any other relevant information about you that would come in handy with the specified job description. Lack of relevant job experience is a particularly common problem especially for first time job applicants and could easily stop you from pursuing an employment opportunity. However, this shouldn’t always be the case. As a job seeker with no prior job experience, there are a number of ways you can tweak your resume to stand an equal chance with those who may have several years of experience in their resume. Set and clearly define your goals and objectives on your resume Employers are looking for people who will contribute to their company, you should look at the job position on offer critically and then examine yourself on a personal level, and ask yourself this question. Are you up to the task? ...

Saturated fats, in the form of red meat have been with us since time immemorial. They have been a part of the human diet ever since we have been on the planet. Ischemic Heart Disease (IHD) on the other hand, has only been around since the 1940s or so (and is still increasing sharply) which, funnily enough, was when hydrogenated vegetable oils were introduced_coincidence? Not in the least. After starting his medical carreer in the 1920s, Dr Weston Price, a leading proponent of natural nutrition, did not see his first case of IHD for 7 years. Nowadays, IHD is so common that it is the leading cause of death in the Western World and is, therefore, one of the main subjects at medical school, although it has been recognised as a problem for less than 100 years. In that time, societies all around the World have been persauded (falsely) that saturated fat from red meat was responsible, and as a consequence a massive, thriving market has been built for vegetable oils, particularly hydrog...

Condoms are barrier form of birth control, they are available for both the men and women. Female condom fits inside the vagina and the male condoms entirely covers the penis. Availability: Male condoms are easily available where as availability of female condoms is relatively low. Price: Female condoms are relatively expensive then male condoms. Effectiveness: Both the condoms provide effective protection against sexual transmitted diseases (STDs) and unwanted pregnancy. Male condoms are considered to be more effective than female condoms. They (male condoms) are 85% effective for birth control while female condoms are 75 % effective contraceptive method. Lubricants: With female condoms you can either use oil-based or water-based lubricants. If you are using male latex condoms then only water based lubricants can be used. However, if the condom is made up of polyurethane or lamb intestine then you can safely use any kind of lubricant. Usage: Male condoms are placed just befo...

Over the years, although little has been written about modern meat farming, much has been written about meat and its effects on health. Unfortunately, a great deal of what is said is based on little more than opinion and much of it owes more to emotion than to science. Even more unfortunately, some of the most important points have been, at best, missed and at worst, deliberately obscured by an industry with more than its share of vested interests. What people tend to forget is that meat farming is big business and the pressure on farmers to increase output are enormous. More, bigger and leaner animals are always the subject of strenuous efforts, often with scant, if any regard to the effects on human health. Additionally, whilst many people take a direct interest in animal health, few stop to think how it, and the modern meat farming methods that lead to it, affect us.  So what is all the fuss about? Many of us are lucky enough to remember when animals were raised in o...

In a typical workplace, we find people from different cultures. Understanding different cultures is important so that we would not offend others. But, focus is much on training on how we are different. Everyone in this world has got a personality and this could be used to know and relate to people around. This helps us understanding them on their personality rather that the physical traits and our behavior toward them changes. This would greatly minimize the basis of prejudices made. If you notice, a person can have all the four personality traits in him, with one being prevalent. One personality trait is always prevalent, but it may subject to change as a person adapts a new situation and environment. It may so happen that they may change their personality trait according to the job skills and required behaviors. However, their original personality trait may resurface soon. And, if the work becomes stressful, they tend to develop difficult behaviors. Remember that you are id...

In the workplace, it is almost a rule for a manager to get people with completely different temperaments, some of which are: motivating factors, styles of functioning, personality traits, among others. It might appear to an outsider that developing a team out of such different people is a recipe for disaster. To understand how this ispossible, it is important to identify the common core that drives a team. There are three kinds of teams that have three very different ways of functioning. Depending on their working style, their managers chalk out a common program for all the members, which then is used as a motivating factor by each of the members in these teams. Now, let us take a look at these three kinds of teams. Multi-disciplinary Project Team In these teams, people from different fields of expertize collect together to complete a given task. Such tasks generally involve many functions, so often many individual teams working on one project are asked to come together as ...

Myocardial Oxygen Balance is determined by the ratio of oxygen supply to oxygen demand.  Increasing oxygen supply by increasing either arterial oxygen content or coronary blood flow leads to an increase in tissue oxygen levels (usually measured as the partial pressure of oxygen, pO2).  Increasing oxygen demand alone (i.e. myocardial oxygen consumption) decreases tissue oxygen levels.  Normally, when oxygen demand increases there is a proportionate increase in coronary blood flow and oxygen supply so that tissue oxygen levels are maintained during times of increased oxygen demand.  This increase in blood flow is performed by local regulatory mechanisms.  This tight coupling between oxygen demand and coronary blood flow is impaired in coronary artery disease because oxygen supply is limited by vascular stenosis. Normal Range ( 3.321 - 4.244) Levels : If the Myocardial Oxygen Consumption readings are high, can tissue hypoxia. If the Myocardial Oxygen Cons...

There was a time when a team leader was selected. In this modern world, team leaders are elected . There is a humongous change in the attitude between both the approaches. Earlier, people who used to perform the best, had a go-getter attitude and had natural leading abilities were automatically promoted as team leaders by the management. However, the team leaders nowadays aren’t selected by the management, but are elected by the members of the team themselves. Today, a person whom the rest of the team unanimously, or in majority, vote as the one they are most comfortable working under is elected the team leader. In short, the focus has shifted from individual performance to group dynamics and interpersonal skills.  The reason behind this is while a good performer as the team leader will inspire the rest of the team to also do well, the team leader himself might be too obsessed with the team performance to be worried about the team members themselves. Also, because of hi...

Happiness is generally defined as the state of mind in which a living being feels pleasure and contentment. However, there is no specific definition for happiness. Happiness is a subjective concept and hence, its definition changes from individual too individual. For some, happiness is all about money. For others, it may be just listening to music. For you, it may be reading this article. Hence, everyone has a different definition of happiness. However, the state of the feeling that one experiences is the same. And hence, the ways to achieve it are more or less common. Let us now go through the common fallacies that man has with regards to the concept of happiness. Materialistic pleasure It is always good to cry sitting inside a SUV car, rather than on a cheap bicycle. However, money cannot always buy you happiness. Although money is an elixir for survival in today’s modern world, yet it can buy things but not emotions. What matters is what an individual does with the wealth h...

Myocardial Blood Requirements; the heart is basically two pumps in one, one pump pumps blood into the lungs and the other pumps blood to the rest of the body.  The heart is made up of specialized muscle tissue, called the myocardium.  The myocardium requires oxygen and nutrients, just like any other tissue in the body.  However, the blood that passes through the heart’s chambers is only passing through on its trip through the body - this blood does not give oxygen and nutrients to the myocardium.  The myocardium receives its oxygen and nutrients from the coronary arteries, which lie on the outside of the heart.  When the heart tissue does not receive an adequate blood supply, it cannot function as well as it should.  If the myocardium’s blood supply is decreased for a length of time, a condition called ischemia may develop.  The heart’s primary function is to pump blood throughout the body, so that the body’s tissues can receive oxygen and nutrient...

Liver cancer can develop in any person but certain factors increase your risk of liver cancer. Read to know more on who is at risk for liver cancer.  Men: The risk of developing liver cancer is higher in men than in women. Age: In the developed countries such as USA, European countries and Australia liver cancer is more common in older adults whereas liver cancer is more common in younger adults in developing countries of Asia and Africa.   Family history of liver cancer: A person with a family history of liver cancer is at higher risk of developing liver cancer. The exact gene or genes which increase the risk are not yet known.  HBV or HCV Infections: Infection with hepatotropic viruses such as hepatitis B virus (HBV) or hepatitis C virus (HCV) which can cause chronic infection of the liver increases a person’s risk of developing liver cancer. Cirrhosis- Cirrhosis is a progressive and irreversible disease of the liver which has several causes. Excessive al...

Total Peripheral Resistance (TPR) is the sum of the resistance of all peripheral vasculatur in the systemic circulation.  This should not be confused with Pulmonary Vascular Resistance, which is the resistance in the pulmonary circulation.  Vascular resistance is a term used to define the resistance to flow that must be overcome to push blood through the circulatory system.  The resistance offered by the peripheral circulation is known as the systemic vascular resistance (SVR), while the resistance offered by the vasculature of the lungs is known as the pulmonary vascular resistance (PVR).  The systemic vascular resistance may also be referred to as the total peripheral resistance.  Vasoconstriction (i.e., decrease in blood vessel diameter) increases SVR, whereas vasodilation (increase in diameter) decreases SVR. Normal Range (0.327 - 0.937) Levels : If the vascular resistance readings are high, indicates a risk for strokes, heart attacks, heart failu...

Blood Lipids (or blood fats) are lipids in the blood, either free or bound to other molecules.  They are mostly transported in a protein capsule, and the density of the lipids and type of protein determines the fate of the particle and its influence on metabolism.  The concentration of blood lipids depends on intake and excretion from the intestine, and uptake and secretion from cells.  Blood lipids are mainly fatty acids and cholesterol.  Hyperlipidemia is the presence of elevated or abnormal levels of lipids and /or lipoproteins in the blood, and is a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease. Normal Range (0.481 - 1.043) Levels : If the blood lipids readings are high, it can indicate a higher risk for cardiovascular disease. If the blood lipids readings are low, there is a link with depression, cancer and cerebral hemorrhage. Management : Maintaining healthy blood lipids involves the same recommendations as indicated for cholesterol and blood vi...

Cholesterol Crystals, as cholesterol builds up along the wall of an artery, it crystallizes from a liquid to a solid state and then expands.  When the cholesterol crystallizes, two things can happen.  If it’s a big pool of cholesterol, it will expand, causing the “cap’ of the deposit to tear off in the arterial wall.  Or the crystals, which are sharp needle-like structures, pole their way through the cap covering the cholesterol deposit.  The crystals then work their way into the bloodstream.  It is the presence of this material, as well as damage to an artery, that disrupts plaque and puts the body’s natural defense mechanism - clotting - into action, which can lead to dangerous, if not fatal clots.  Cholesterol in moderation is healthy and necessary for life. Normal Range (56.749 - 67.522) Levels : If the cholesterol crystal readings are high, it can indicate a higher risk for hypertension and stroke. If the cholesterol crystal readings are lo...

Blood Viscosity is a measure of the resistance of blood to flow. It can also be described as the thickness and stickiness of blood.  The viscosity of health blood is low, permitting it to flow freely.  The condition of the blood is affected by excess cholesterol and fat, which, together with various waste products due mainly to wrong diet, circulate in the bloodstream like sludge and gradually deposit in the artery walls.  Fat causes the red cells to aggregate or clump together, seriously reducing their oxygen carrying capacity.  Tiny particles called platelets whose function is to clot the blood in the event of an injury, also stick together.  The effect of this clumping is to increase the blood viscosity; it becomes thick and sluggish and cannot flow freely, particularly in constricted vessels.  This often causes drowsiness after heavy meals or perhaps angina or heart attack.  Angina pain is frequently mistaken for indigestion.  When red cel...

Moringa, native to parts of Africa and Asia, is the sole genus in the flowering plant family Moringaceae. It contains 13 species from tropical and subtropical climates that range in size from tiny herbs to massive trees. Below are some of the health benefits of Moringa leaves/seeds. Lower blood sugar level According to a study published in 2014 moringa seeds may help lower levels of blood sugar that would provide therapeutic management of diabetes. Lower blood pressure Although there are several researches that show moringa can lower blood pressure level, however it is always advisable to consult your physician before you go for it. Aid sleep If you are struggling with sleep disorders, you can seek help from moringa leaves or seeds as both are equally nutritious as well effective in aiding sleep. Lower cholesterol level As you probably know that too much cholesterol in the blood has been linked to heart diseases. Consumption of moringa seeds on regular basis can hel...

High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, may be the #1 risk factor for death in the world, as it is a risk factor for coronary artery disease, heart attacks, kidney disease, stroke, blindness and possibly Alzheimer’s disease. Nearly one in three adults suffers from high blood pressure, and by the time Americans reach 60, nearly half have high blood pressure. Is High Blood Pressure Inevitable? Meat and sugar increase uric acid levels, which are associated with an increased risk for high blood pressure. Salt intake and industrially-manufactured fructose (added sugars) may also be linked to high blood pressure. Interestingly, the fructose found in up to 20 servings of whole fruit daily does not appear to raise blood pressure. In one study of rural Kenyans, the traditional diet of whole grains, beans, vegetables, fruit, and dark green leafy vegetables resulted in not a single case of arteriosclerosis among 1,800 individuals. Among rural Chinese residents who adhered to a...

A heart attack is when the flow of blood to a section of the heart becomes blocked and the heart can’t get oxygen. If blood flow is not restored quickly, that section of the heart begins to die. The level of damage depends on  how long blood supply is cut off. The result can be mild damage, or it could lead to severe, lifelong problems. WHO estimates that more than 17.5 million people died of cardiovascular diseases such as heart attack or stroke in 2012. Contrary to popular belief, more than 3 out of 4 of these deaths occurred in low- and middle-income countries, and men and women were equally affected. The good news, however, is that 80% of premature heart attacks and strokes are preventable. Healthy diet, regular physical activity, and not using tobacco products are the keys to prevention. Checking and controlling risk factors for heart disease and stroke such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol and high blood sugar or diabetes is also very important. Eat a health...

Smoking and/or exposure to second-hand smoke has many negative health effects that increase your risk of developing heart disease and stroke. Smoking contributes to the build-up of plaque in your arteries (atherosclerosis), increases the risk of blood clots, reduces the oxygen in your blood, increases your blood pressure, and makes your heart work harder. Smokers are 3 times more likely to die of heart disease. Smokers are 3 times more likely to have a stroke and have nearly double the risk of ischemic stroke. Smokers who have high blood pressure, and/or high cholesterol are 4 to 8 times more likely to have heart disease or stroke. Women who smoke and use birth control pills are significantly more likely to have heart disease or stroke.  Smoking increases your risk of developing angina (chest pain). If your heart is not getting sufficient blood flow, you can experience chest pain. Smokers are more likely than non-smokers to have atherosclerosis (hardening of the arteries...

Second-hand smoke is the smoke we breathe when we are with smokers. This smoke is harmful – both to non-smokers AND smokers.  Second-hand smoke contains over 4000 chemicals and at least 50 of them can cause cancer. Heart disease is more common in non-smokers who live with smokers.  Bronchitis and pneumonia is more common in children who live with smokers. Children, especially babies, who live with smokers have more colds, more chest infections and more ear infections. Children who have asthma or allergies have more health problems when they live with smokers. Second-hand smoke contains more carbon monoxide and  a solid residual byproduct of tobacco smoke (tar) than the smoke inhaled directly by the smoker! This puts your health at greater risk. It also contains more ammonia, benzene, and several other dangerous chemicals. Lower tar and lower nicotine cigarettes are not safer, as they release the same amount of toxic chemicals in the air. Second-hand smo...

Many people smoke because they are hooked. Smoking is an addiction, and it’s hard to stop. For some people, smoking is a way to handle being lonely and under stress. It’s a way to take a break. Many people smoke because their family, friends and co-workers smoke. Some people, especially young adults smoke because they think it will help them be cool and stay thin. They also want to look sexy like the people in the tobacco ads. Tobacco companies have worked hard to convince young people that smoking is exciting, sexy and stylish. Despite the fact that smoking is a killer, young adults (age 20-24) smoking rates are still at 26% for males and 17% for females. The good news The good news – Once you become smoke-free and avoid exposure to second-hand smoke, you will immediately reduce your risk of heart attack and stroke. The sooner you become smoke-free the sooner your body can start to recover and it doesn’t take long to see the effects. Stop smoking today and feel the positive di...

At times, a breakup may feel like it is standing right there on your path. However, there may be times when you and your partner suspect to move apart. No matter how cordial your breakup is, it is never easy to go through it. And, if you are unaware of the mishap that is coming your way, things can get very nasty. Staying alert by knowing the signs of a breakup can ease the pain a little. So here are the signs. Arguments are a Part of Daily Life  Everything you say to each other does not necessarily have to turn into an argument. However, if you are entering into word battles more often, the future of your relationship is in dark.   Not Fighting Fair Fighting may not be all that bad. But, what can sabotage the relationship is not fighting fair. Calling each other names and pointing fingers at each other’s character indicates trouble. Start expressing to your partner. Tell them what has upset you so bad if you want the relationship to last. Threatening to Break U...

Getting married or moving in with your partner is a major life decision. It requires a lot of thought and preparation. Prior to making the leap, you should again think if you are getting along great with your partner and that you are not feeling pressurised to take the next step. There are a few things you must discuss with your would-be partner for life. Doing so creates a better understanding between the two and minimises the problems that may otherwise pop up later.   Expectations It is extremely important that your expectations match with that of your partner. If you are unsure about their expectations from you, you must take time out for the discussion. You should only go ahead when you both share the same expectations and feel confident in the relationship’s future. What it is that you are looking for in your partner and what qualities they expect in you are key questions that need to be discussed beforehand. House Chores Small things can create big misunderstandings...

Years pass by and our kidneys are filtering the blood by removing salt, poison and any unwanted entering our system. With time, the salt accumulates and this needs to undergo cleaning treatments and how are we going to overcome this? It is very easy, first take a bunch of parsley or Cilantro ( Coriander Leaves ) and wash it clean. Then cut it in small pieces and put it in a pot and pour clean water and boil it for 10 minutes, allow it to cool and then filter it and pour in a clean bottle and keep it inside refrigerator to cool. Drink one glass daily and you will notice all salt and other accumulated poison coming out of your kidney by urination also you will be able to notice the difference which you never felt before. Parsley is known as best cleaning treatment for kidneys and it is natural.

However pleasant an experience pregnancy may seem like, after a while most mothers wish it lasted only a few months. With 9 months of fatigue, on and off nausea, mood swings and weight gain, you sure do not want an unhealthy baby by the end of it. Take a look at these ways of nurturing a healthy baby. See Your Doctor or Midwife As soon as you know that you are pregnant, consult a midwife or doctor so they can organise antenatal care for you. To organise the care as early on as possible implies that that you will get advice and tips on how to have a healthy baby right from the beginning. Doing so will also help you have enough time to organise ultrasound scans and tests. Watch your Diet Make sure that whatever you eat during the course of your pregnancy is healthy. If you have no idea what to eat, you may:  Eat at least five portions of vegetables and fruits every day, Eat plenty of carbohydrates in the form of pasta, rice, bread, etc. These should comprise the main meal...