Top trends in Retail Hiring

Top trends in Retail HiringTop trends in Retail HiringTop trends in Retail HiringThe retail holiday season is upon us, Intelligence dug into whos hiring retail professionals these days. If youre recruiting in this area, youll want to know what we found.Every September, retailers ready their stores for the holiday season and begin preparing to hire extra staff. This year, according to the National Retail Foundation, retailers will fill between 700,000 and 750,000 new seasonal positions. Retailers will begin hiring additional workers in October to prepare for the holiday shoppers. Hiring will typically slow in the month of December before picking up again with the New Year. Hot retailers this year, according to STORES Magazines annual list of Hot 100 Retailers includes Amazon.com, Dollar Tree, Ross Stores, OReilly Automotive, Dicks Sporting Goods, and Tractor Supply Co.About 765,000 new retail jobs are expected by 2024 according to the 2012-2024 employment projections from the Bureau o f Labor Statistics. Of these jobs, 263,000 will be among general merchandise stores such as Macys, Toys R Us, and Forever 21. By August 2016, the retail unemployment rate reached 5.2% near the overall unemployment rate of 4.9% for the US and 5.7 percentage points below the January 2010 peak of 10.9% for the retail industry.About 16 mio people are employed in retail industry today, and retail jobs account for about 15% of all jobs posted on Monster. To give you some insight into what your recruiting competitors are up to, our Intelligence team analyzed data from CEB TalentNeuron to identify which companies are posting the most jobs and where jobs are harder to fill.Most Common Retail Jobs IncludeRetail Salespersons employed 4.3 millionAnnual wage $26,220Cashiers employed 2.8 millionAnnual wage $20,930Stock Clerks/Order Fillers employed 1.3 millionAnnual wage $23,790Retail Supervisors employed 1.1 millionAnnual wage $42,670Retail Jobs54% of available U.S. retail jobs are for salesOf a ll open sales positions, 40% are specifically for retail supervisorsWho is hiring Retail talent?According to 2014 employment figures from the Bureau of Labor Statistics most retail professionals are employed as retail salespersons (27%), 18% as cashiers, 8% as stock clerks and order fillers, and 7% as retail supervisors.Most Common Companies Seeking Retail Talent1LowesTargetThe Dollar General *ProfileAmazon *ProfileMacysWalmartCVS HealthBest BuyJ.C. PenneyKohls *ProfileHow difficult is it to recruit a Retail talent?Overall, retail positions are better than the average to recruit when compared to all other positions posted online. Among select retail jobs highest in demand, the most difficult areas to fill are information technology (78) and creative/talent (59).Which high demand job markets are harder to fill?Here are 10 of the hardest to fill retail job markets most in demand, some of which may surprise you.1 Heavily influenced by technology, some of the more difficult markets to f ill include Seattle, San Jose, and San Francisco.No. 1 Seattle, WAAvailable Online Jobs 12,600Hiring Difficulty 68zentralwert Ad Salary $92,200No. 2 San Jose, CAAvailable Online Jobs 3,400Hiring Difficulty 54zentralwert Ad Salary $97,600No. 3 San Francisco, CAAvailable Online Jobs 6,000Hiring Difficulty 53Median Ad Salary $64,500No. 4 Denver, COAvailable Online Jobs 3,200Hiring Difficulty 49Median Ad Salary $40,200No. 5 Minneapolis, MNAvailable Online Jobs 3,900Hiring Difficulty 43Median Ad Salary $41,050No. 6 Dallas, TXAvailable Online Jobs 6,400Hiring Difficulty 39Median Ad Salary $47,750No. 7 Washington DCAvailable Online Jobs 6,600Hiring Difficulty 39Median Ad Salary $59,550No. 8 Chicago, ILAvailable Online Jobs 9,800Hiring Difficulty 38Median Ad Salary $53,650No. 9 Atlanta, GAAvailable Online Jobs 5,800Hiring Difficulty 38Median Ad Salary $53,850No. 10 Columbus, OHAvailable Online Jobs 2,200Hiring Difficulty 37Median Ad Salary $39,150Want to know more about the top trends in hi ring retail talent? Check out the Retail Market Overviewfrom Intelligence.Data finding are based on analysis of all available online jobs reported by TalentNeuron and job seeking activity from more than 22 million unique visitors.21The CEB TalentNeuron Tool, JAN-AUG 20162comScore Media Metrix, 1Q 2016, 3-month average, (includes all US Mobile + PC traffic)*FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT COMPANY PROFILES, CALL YOUR REPRESENTATIVE OR 1-800-X6333 TODAY.

These are the 47 unhealthiest jobs in the United States

These are the 47 unhealthiest jobs in the United StatesThese are the 47 unhealthiest jobs in the United StatesSome jobs intrinsically have more health risks than others.A flight attendant working in close quarters with passengers is more likely to catch an infectious disease than a lawyer working in an office, for example. Factor in the greater exposure to cosmic radiation, abnormal sleep patterns, and a less-than-clean work environment, and its just not the healthiest job.To rank the fruchtwein unhealthy jobs in America, we used data from the Occupational Information Network, a US Department of Labor database full of detailed information on occupations.In buchen to analyze jobs by their impact on workers health, we took O*NET measures of six health risks in each of the 974 occupations in the database exposure to contaminants exposure to disease and infection exposure to hazardous conditions exposure to radiation risk of minor burns, cuts, bites, and stings and time spent sitting, si nce studies show that frequent inactivity shortens your lifespan. O*NET scores these factors on a scale from 0 to 100, with a higher score indicating an increased health risk.Ladders is now on SmartNewsDownload the SmartNews app and add the Ladders channel to read the latest career news and advice wherever you go.Read on to find out which jobs have the most potential to damage your health.46 (tie). Mining roof boltersRoof bolters operate machinery to install support bolts in underground mines.Median annual salary $58,450Overall unhealthiness score 51.3Top three health risksExposure to contaminants 97Exposure to hazardous conditions 86Risk of minor burns, cuts, bites, and stings 8546 (tie). Chemical equipment operators and tendersChemical equipment operators and tenders run equipment to control chemical reactions in the processing of industrial or consumer products.Median annual salary $47,800Overall unhealthiness score 51.3Top three health risksExposure to contaminants 92Exposure to hazardous conditions 89Risk of minor burns, cuts, bites, and stings 6444 (tie). Respiratory therapistsRespiratory therapists assess, treat, and care for patients with breathing disorders.Median annual salary $59,710Overall unhealthiness score 51.8Top three health risksExposure to disease and infections 98Exposure to contaminants 69Exposure to radiation 5544 (tie). Gas plant operatorsGas plant operators distribute or process gas for utility companies and others.Median annual salary $69,030Overall unhealthiness score 51.8Top three health risksExposure to contaminants 87Exposure to hazardous conditions 75Risk of minor burns, cuts, bites, and stings 6443. Mobile heavy equipment mechanics, except enginesMobile heavy equipment mechanics diagnose, adjust, and repair equipment like cranes, bulldozers, and conveyors used in construction, logging, and mining.Median annual salary $50,860Overall unhealthiness score 52.2Top three health risksExposure to contaminants 99Risk of minor burns, cuts, bites, and stings 94Exposure to hazardous conditions 8340 (tie). PlumbersPlumbers assemble, install, or repair heating, water, and drainage pipes and fixtures.Median annual salary $52,590Overall unhealthiness score 52.3Top three health risksExposure to contaminants 87Risk of minor burns, cuts, bites, and stings 79Exposure to disease and infections 5840 (tie). Mine shuttle car operatorsMine shuttle car operators operate cars that transport from the working face of a mine to mine cars or a conveyor.Median annual salary $56,890Overall unhealthiness score 52.3Top three health risksExposure to contaminants 100Time spent sitting 82Exposure to hazardous conditions 8040 (tie). Locomotive firersLocomotive firers monitor locomotive instruments and watch for obstacles and train signals.Median annual salary $60,360Overall unhealthiness score 52.3Top three health risksTime spent sitting 94Exposure to contaminants 94Exposure to hazardous conditions 7639. Ship engineersShip engineers supervise an d coordinate the operation and maintenance of equipment aboard ship.Median annual salary $73,110Overall unhealthiness score 52.5Top three health risksExposure to contaminants 94Exposure to hazardous conditions 76Risk of minor burns, cuts, bites, and stings 7338. Sheriffs and deputy sheriffsSheriffs enforce law and order in rural or unincorporated districts or serve legal processes of courts.Median annual salary $61,050Overall unhealthiness score 52.7Top three health risksExposure to disease and infections 77Exposure to contaminants 72Time spent sitting 5834 (tie). RadiologistRadiologists examine and diagnose disorders and diseases using X-rays and radioactive materials.Median annual salary $206,920Overall unhealthiness score 52.8Top three health risksExposure to radiation 87Exposure to disease and infections 85Time spent sitting 7434 (tie). Metal-refining furnace operators and tenderMetal-refining furnace operators and tenders operate or tend furnaces to melt and refine metal before casting or to produce specified types of steel.Median annual salary $41,040Overall unhealthiness score 52.8Top three health risksExposure to contaminants 100Risk of minor burns, cuts, bites, and stings 96Exposure to hazardous conditions 9434 (tie). EmbalmerEmbalmers prepare bodies for burial in conformity with legal requirements.Median annual salary $40,150Overall unhealthiness score 52.8Top three health risksExposure to disease and infections 83Exposure to contaminants 83Exposure to hazardous conditions 7534 (tie). Elevator installers and repairerElevator installers and repairers install and repair elevators.Median annual salary $78,890Overall unhealthiness score 52.8Top three health risksExposure to hazardous conditions 98Exposure to contaminants 82Risk of minor burns, cuts, bites, or stings 6133. Nuclear medicine technologistNuclear medicine technologists prepare radioactive isotopes for use in diagnostic medical procedures.Median annual salary $74,350Overall unhealthiness score 53.0Top three health risksExposure to radiation 100Exposure to disease and infections 93Exposure to contaminants 4432. Refrigeration mechanics and installerRefrigeration mechanics and installers install and repair industrial and commercial refrigerating systems.Median annual salary $45,910Overall unhealthiness score 53.3Top three health risksExposure to hazardous conditions 93Exposure to contaminants 91Risk of minor burns, cuts, bites, and stings 7131. Critical care nurseCritical care nurses provide advanced nursing care for patients in critical or coronary care units.Median annual salary $68,450Overall unhealthiness score 53.5Top three health risksExposure to disease and infections 99Exposure to contaminants 65Exposure to radiation 6129 (tie). Service unit operator (oil, gas, and mining)Service unit operators operate equipment to increase oil flow from producing wells or to remove stuck pipe, casing, tools, or other obstructions from drilling wells and other mining operations.Medi an annual salary $48,610Overall unhealthiness score 53.7Top three health risksExposure to contaminants 94Exposure to hazardous conditions 89Risk of minor burns, cuts, stings, and bites 7729 (tie). Chemical plant and system operatorChemical plant and system operators control or operate chemical processes or systems of machines.Median annual salary $59,920Overall unhealthiness score 53.7Top three health risksExposure to hazardous conditions 99Exposure to contaminants 96Risk of minor burns, cuts, bites, or stings 7127 (tie). Continuous mining-machine operatorsContinuous mining-machine operators operate self-propelled mining machines that rip coal, metal and nonmetal ores, rock, stone, or sand from the mine face and load it onto conveyors or into shuttle cars in a continuous operation.Median annual salary $51,840Overall unhealthiness score 54.0Top three health risksExposure to contaminants 100Exposure to hazardous conditions 98Risk of minor burns, cuts, bites, and stings 6427 (tie). Eme rgency medical technicians and paramedicsEmergency medical technicians and paramedics assess injuries, administer emergency medical care, and extricate trapped individuals. Transport injured or sick people to medical facilities.Median annual salary $32,670Overall unhealthiness score 54.0Top three health risksExposure to disease and infections 89Exposure to contaminants 73Risk of minor burns, cuts, bites, and stings 5326. Refractory materials repairers (except brickmasons)Refractory materials repairers build or repair equipment such as furnaces, kilns, cupolas, boilers, converters, ladles, soaking pits, and ovens, using refractory materials.Median annual salary $45,230Overall unhealthiness score 54.8Top three health risksExposure to contaminants 100Exposure to hazardous conditions 85Risk of minor burns, cuts, bites, or stings 8525. Refuse and recyclable material collectorsRefuse and recyclable material collectors collect and dump refuse and recyclable materials into trucks.Median ann ual salary $35,270Overall unhealthiness score 55.0Top three health risksExposure to contaminants 97Time spent sitting 69Exposure to disease and infections 6324. Nuclear equipment operation techniciansNuclear equipment operation technicians operate equipment used for the release, control, or use of nuclear energy to assist scientists in laboratory or production activities.Median annual salary $79,140Overall unhealthiness score 55.2Top three health risksExposure to radiation 89Exposure to hazardous conditions 77Exposure to contaminants 6522 (tie). Medical equipment preparersMedical equipment preparers prepare, sterilize, install, or clean laboratory or healthcare equipment. May perform routine laboratory tasks and operate or inspect equipment.Median annual salary $34,400Overall unhealthiness score 55.7Top three health risksExposure to contaminants 94Exposure to disease and infections 92Exposure to hazardous conditions 6422 (tie). Airline pilots, copilots, and flight engineersAirline p ilots, copilots, and flight engineers navigate and pilot the flight of fixed-wing, multi-engine aircraft, usually on scheduled air-carrier routes, for the transport of passengers and cargo.Median annual salary $127,820Overall unhealthiness score 55.7Top three health risksTime spent sitting 93Exposure to radiation 73Exposure to contaminants 6821. Derrick operators (oil and gas)Oil and gas derrick operators rig derrick equipment and operate pumps to circulate mud through a drill hole.Median annual salary $48,130Overall unhealthiness score 56.0Top three health risksExposure to contaminants 100Exposure to minor burns, cuts, bites, or stings 93Exposure to hazardous conditions 9120. Veterinary technologists and technicianVeterinary technologists and technicians perform medical tests in a laboratory environment for use in the treatment and diagnosis of diseases in animals and prepare vaccines and serums for prevention of diseases.Median annual salary $25,250Overall unhealthiness score 66.5 Top three health risksExposure to disease and infections 87Exposure to contaminants 82Exposure to minor burns, cuts, bites, or stings 7719. Medical and clinical laboratory technologistMedical and clinical laboratory technologists perform complex medical laboratory tests for diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease.Median annual salary $61,070Overall unhealthiness score 56.7Top three health risksExposure to disease and infections 96Exposure to contaminants 91Exposure to hazardous conditions 7918. Surgical technologistsSurgical technologists assist in operations, under the supervision of surgeons, registered nurses, or other surgical personnel.Median annual salary $45,160Overall unhealthiness score 57.3Top three health risksExposure to disease and infections 82Exposure to contaminants 81Exposure to hazardous conditions 5917. Stationary engineers and boiler operatorsStationary engineers and boiler operators maintain or operate stationary engines, boilers, or other mechanical equ ipment to provide utilities for buildings or industrial processes.Median annual salary $59,400Overall unhealthiness score 57.7Top three health risksExposure to contaminants 99Exposure to hazardous conditions 89Exposure to minor burns, cuts, bites, or stings 8416. Surgical assistantSurgical assistants help surgeons during surgery by performing duties like tissue retraction, insertion of tubes and intravenous lines, or closure of surgical wounds.Median annual salary $41,070Overall unhealthiness score 57.8Top three health risksExposure to disease and infections 87Exposure to hazardous conditions 70Exposure to contaminants 6914 (tie). Water and wastewater treatment plant and system operatorWater and wastewater treatment plant and system operators operate or control an entire process or system of machines, often through the use of control boards, to transfer or treat water or wastewater.Median annual salary $45,760Overall unhealthiness score 58.2Top three health risksExposure to contamin ants 97Exposure to hazardous conditions 80Exposure to minor burns, cuts, bites, or stings 7414 (tie). VeterinarianVeterinarians diagnose, treat, or research diseases and injuries of animals.Median annual salary $48,500Overall unhealthiness score 62.3Top three health risksExposure to contaminants 88Exposure to disease and infections 77Exposure to minor burns, cuts, bites, or stings 6913. Histotechnologists and histologic techniciansHistotechnologists and histologic technicians prepare histologic slides from tissue sections for microscopic examination and diagnosis by pathologists.Median annual salary $61,070Overall unhealthiness score 59.0Top three health risksExposure to hazardous conditions 88Exposure to contaminants 76Exposure to disease and infections 7512. Immigration and customs inspectorImmigration and customs inspectors investigate and inspect people, common carriers, goods, and merchandise, arriving in or departing from the US or between states to detect violations of immigr ation and customs laws and regulations.Median annual salary $78,120Overall unhealthiness score 59.3Top three health risksExposure to contaminants 78Exposure to disease and infections 63Exposure to radiation 6211. PodiatristPodiatrists diagnose and treat diseases and deformities of the human foot.Median annual salary $124,830Overall unhealthiness score 60.2Top three health risksExposure to disease and infections 87Exposure to radiation 69Exposure to contaminants 6710. Anesthesiologist assistantAnesthesiologist assistants help anesthesiologists administer anesthesia for surgical and non-surgical procedures. They monitor patient position and provide patient care during surgical treatment.Median annual salary $101,480Overall unhealthiness score 61.3Top three health risksExposure to disease and infections 97Exposure to radiation 72Exposure to contaminants 719. AnesthesiologistAnesthesiologists are physicians who administer anesthetics prior to, during, or after surgery or other medical procedures.Mean annual salary $269,600*Overall unhealthiness score 61.8Top three health risksExposure to disease and infections 90Exposure to contaminants 81Exposure to radiation 72* Exact median annual salary is unavailable for this occupation.8. Flight attendantFlight attendants provide personal services to ensure the safety, security, and comfort of airline passengers during flight. They greet passengers, verify tickets, explain use of safety equipment, and serve food or beverages.Median annual salary $48,500Overall unhealthiness score 62.3Top three health risksExposure to contaminants 88Exposure to disease and infections 77Exposure to minor burns, cuts, bites, or stings 697. ProsthodontistProsthodontists construct oral prostheses to replace missing teeth and other oral structures to correct natural and acquired deformation of mouth and jaws, to restore and maintain oral function, such as chewing and speaking, and to improve appearance.Median annual salary $126,050Overall unhealt hiness score 63Top three health risksExposure to disease and infections 88Exposure to contaminants 74Time spent sitting 666. Nurse anesthetistNurse anesthetists administer anesthesia, monitor patients vital signs, and oversee patient recovery from anesthesia.Median annual salary $160,270Overall unhealthiness score 63.7Top three health risksExposure to disease and infections 96Exposure to contaminants 87Exposure to radiation 795. Dental assistantDental assistants help dentists, set up equipment, prepare patients for treatment, and keep records.Median annual salary $36,940Overall unhealthiness score 65.5Top three health risksExposure to disease and infections 96Exposure to radiations 85Exposure to contaminants 784. Dental laboratory technicianDental laboratory technicians construct and repair full or partial dentures or dental appliances.Median annual salary $37,680Overall unhealthiness score 65.7Top three health risksExposure to contaminants 99Time spent sitting 85Exposure to disease and infections 723. Veterinary assistant and laboratory animal caretakerVeterinary assistants and laboratory animal caretakers feed, water, and examine pets and other nonfarm animals for signs of illness, disease, or injury in laboratories and animal hospitals and clinics.Median annual salary $25,250Overall unhealthiness score 66.5Top three health risksExposure to disease and infections 87Exposure to contaminants 82Exposure to minor burns, cuts, bites, or stings 772. General dentistGeneral dentists examine, diagnose, and treat diseases, injuries, and malformations of teeth and gums. They may treat diseases of nerve, pulp, and other dental tissues affecting oral hygiene and retention of teeth and fit dental appliances or provide preventive care.Median annual salary $153,900Overall unhealthiness score 69.5Top three health risksExposure to disease and infections 95Exposure to radiation 85Time spent sitting 821. Dental hygienistDental hygienists clean teeth and examine oral areas, head , and neck for signs of oral disease. They may educate patients on oral hygiene, take and develop x rays, or apply fluoride or sealants.Median annual salary $72,910Overall unhealthiness score 72.8Top three health risksExposure to disease and infections 100Exposure to radiation 91Time spent sitting 85Max Nisen contributed to an earlier version of this post. This article first appeared on Business Insider.

Wake up 1 hour earlier and youll be 100X more productive (over time)

Wake up 1 hur earlier and youll be 100X mora productive (over time)Wake up 1 hour earlier and youll be 100X more productive (over time)Lose an hour in the morning, and you will spend all day looking for it. RichardWhatelyThe difference between waking up at 5 AM and waking up at 6 AM(or at 6 AM instead of 7 AM)may not seem like a very big deal.However, when you look at the compounding effects over time, youll be shocked at how much that one hour could do to your life. Not only the compounding effects but when you look at the ripple effects into all other areas, youll also be stunned.Follow Ladders on FlipboardFollow Ladders magazines on Flipboard covering Happiness, Productivity, Job Satisfaction, Neuroscience, and moreHere are a few reasons why this one hour can make such a big differenceThe ideasyou get when you are up earlierare not available to youif you wake up laterThe timefor concentrated action isnot availablelaterThe confidenceyou build by putting first-things-first isnot ava ilablelaterThe compounding effectsand their unpredictable but natural byproducts (such as relationships, opportunities, etc.) arenot availablelaterMost people wake up at the absolute latest time they have to, based on their busy schedule. They purposefully dont leave themselves much time. They definitely dont leave themselves time for thinking, meditating, reflecting, visualizing, learning, exercising, orcreating.Compound effects You miss ideas by missing that 1 hourTell me how you use your spare time, and how you spend your money, and I will tell you where and what you will be in ten years from now. Napoleon HillWhen you wake up in a hurry, you missmillion dollar ideas.When you wake up in a hurry, over time, you actually missmillions of ideas. Think about it, if you got 10 extra ideas during that one hour of alone time, that would be 3,650 over a year. Over 50 years, that would be 182,500 ideas.But over those 50 years, youd become a much different person. If you actually started ge tting up early and getting new and better ideas, and then acting on those ideas, youd develop a new brain and personality.This would lead to more and better ideas.So, over those 50 years, youd increasingly becomemore creative. Youd become a better thinker. Your actions would become better. Your goals would become more clarified. Youd become more courageous at acting on your ideas. Youd develop more capabilities, skills, and confidence over time.Thus, your ideas wouldnt just increase by 3,650 every year. Actually, using a compounding interest calculatorif you multiplied those 3,650 ideas (or dollars) by 5% over 50 years,and if the compounding effect occurred 4 times per year,every quarter,then youd actually end up with 812,800.39 ideas.As youll notice in the image below, I made the starting place 10, because if you start today, you could have 10 new ideas.Theres something compounding interest doesnt fully take into account, though, and thats opportunity cost and opportunity expansion .Lets just say you get 10 new good ideas per day. But over time, thequalityof those ideas become 10X or 100X better.The truth is, youre actually already having thousands of thoughts daily. Its the quality of those thoughts that matters. 95% of your thoughts recur daily. Albert Einstein said,We cannot solve our problems with the same thinking we used when we created them.When your brain becomes more creative, when you have more knowledge, skills, connections, and confidence then the value of each befhigung idea could become millions of dollars.But if you never give yourself the time and space to get those ideas, then youll never experience this effect on your mind.Also, if you never give yourself the time to act on your ideas, then youll never witness how thoughts can become things. You have the innate power to harness your mind to create.The more creative you become, the more abundant you become. You start to realize that what you send out into the world in the form of thoughts, emo tions, deeds comes back to you (some have called this the law of the boomerang).Ripple effects You will fundamentally change as a personYou also start to realize that by small and simple means, great things occur. The small act of waking up one hour early, over time, will change every area of your life. It will change you as a person in fundamental and profound ways.In the book,The Power of Habit, Charles Duhigg explains the idea of keystone habits. A keystone habit is one change you make in your life that then goes on to change everything else.From a systems perspective, the idea iswhen you change a parte of any system, you change the whole system.When you begin waking up one hour earlier, youll start to think better. Youll start to knock out those things youve wanted to do, but have been procrastinating. Youll have more time for meditation, reflection, and prayer. So, youll likely become more spiritual.Youll start to look at your whole life differently and begin noticing things yo u didnt see before. Youll see where things have gotten out of control and disorganized. Youll begin to see all of the time you waste on stuff that doesnt matter.Most importantly, youll begin to realize that the entire system of your life is generating the results youre currently getting. Youll see that your whole life is based on ideas, stories, and assumptions that are incredibly limited.Youll see that how your family is currently operating could be 10X or 100X better with more intention, time together, and a totally different way of interacting.Youll see that, in buchen to create new and better experiences with your family, youll need more time with them and ways to earn more money. Therefore, your current job and lifestyle will have to change.Because your awareness and motivation and vision are expanding, new ideas will start to come your way. The degree to which you nourish those ideas through courageous action will determine if the ideas go away or come with greater force.The m ore action you take on your ideas, the more they will come. The more action you take on your ideas, the more you will change as a person.Small ideas like buying flowers for your wife on the way home from work, looking her deep in the eyes, and telling her how much you love and appreciate her will change your life.Acting on those ideas leads to other ideas.Its usually the idea after the idea that brings the most gold.But if you dont act on the first, youll never be in a place to experience the second, or third, or fourth.Experiences are the doorways to better ideas.Experiences reshape your confidence, imagination, and future.The more powerful experiences you start having, the more youll upgrade your thinking and your life.Over a handful of years of living and thinking better, youll have a totally different life. You could be making millions of dollars. You could have an absolutely amazing family. You could be living your dreams. And from there, you could then really begin thinking ab out how you could make this world a better place.How to become 100X more productive (and successful)Thinking 10X or ever 100X bigger isnt that strange when you start living by different rules.When you start using your time better, you begin making more time. Even though we all have 24 hours in the same day, those 24 hours are not the same. Einstein made it abundantly clear that time is RELATIVE.Time is relative to each person.For some people, making $1 million dollars, at their current rate, would take 20 years. For others, making $1 million dollars can occur in a single day.So although we all have 24 hours, the possibilities of and within those 24 hours are quite different.When you give yourself 1 extra hour per day, you are potentially expanding your time and potential by 10X, initially. Youll start getting new and better ideas. Youll start taking action on the stuff youve have been procrastinating. As a result of getting better ideas and taking action, youll begin developing conf idence in yourself, which will immediately expand how you see yourself and your future. Thus, youll start setting bigger goals and striving for better things.Your increasing confidence will ripple into the other areas of your life. How you do anything is often how you do everything. Thus, youll start to become more organized in your business. Youll start to become more caring and thoughtful in your relationships. Youll start to organize yourself and your life to match your highest values.Over 510 years, you could easily be making 10X what youre making now by doing this. How you spend your time and where you live could be different.Over 1020 years, you could easily be making 100X what youre making now by doing this.Over time, compounding effects can be huge.Over time, ripple effects become huge.Conclusion The two easiest ways to build unstoppable confidenceThe two easiest ways to build unstoppable confidence areStarting the day rightEnding the day rightStarting the day right is easie r than ending the day right. A lot of people are starters, but few people are finishers. Hence, many people end even what would have been a good day by binging on TV and junk food.Going to bed a few minutes later than you could have because you were mindlessly wandering on FB is not how you build confidence.If you end your day with negative momentum, that will subconsciously affect you during your sleep. That negative momentum will affect your confidence and decision-making ability the next morning.Anyone who has learned to master their mornings also learned the importance of their evenings. You dont want to wake up earlier without adjusting your sleep schedule. The idea isnt less sleep. Its sleeping at the optimal time given your situation in life.Many people will complain about the idea of not being able to go to bed an hour earlier. But with some self-examination, it wouldnt take a lot of rearranging to adjust their schedule for one hour. We all waste way more than one hour per d ay. And usually, in our evenings, we waste several. Those evening hours could be re-allocated, and when done so, the return could be astronomic.Building confidence requires that you continually start and end your days better.You end your days better by engaging in better activities.You dont have to eat junk food and waste your time at night. You could be present with your family. You could do some learning, or recovering in better ways.Going to bed having spent your time in meaningful ways is powerful.Laying your head on your pillow and knowing you spent your night on your highest values and priorities is how you build your confidence.That confidence will ripple HUGE into your next morning.Over time, youll find yourself as a different person with a totally different life. Youll have a bigger imagination. Youll have more confidence. Your daily behaviors and thinking will be totally upgraded. Your relationships, opportunities, and goals will be enormously bigger and different than you can presently imagine. Your lifestyle and environment will be inspiring.You can do this.You have so much to lose if you dont.Small and simple things create HUGE change.One hour per day will change your whole life.Ready to upgrade? Ive created a cheat sheet for putting yourself into a PEAK-STATE, immediately. You follow this daily, your life will change very quickly. Get the cheat sheet hereThis article originally appeared on Medium. You might also enjoyNew neuroscience reveals 4 rituals that will make you happyStrangers know your social class in the first seven words you say, study finds10 lessons from Benjamin Franklins daily schedule that will double your productivityThe worst mistakes you can make in an interview, according to 12 CEOs10 habits of mentally strong people

8 Self-Improvement Books to Devour This Summer

8 Self-Improvement Books to Devour This Summer 8 Self-Improvement Books to Devour This Summer Article by Megan Nicole ONealAs youve likely noticed, thanks to the recent increase in bathing suit ads and Wanna Get Away? emails from airlines, summer is upon us. While many of us longingly daydream about the obligation-free days of the summer breaks of our youths, summer as an adult doesnt have to be a complete wash.We have more daylight hours to play with, and contrary to popular belief, attaining a summer bod is not the only way to improve yourself this season.At the pleasant risk of sounding a lot like Oprah, I cant imagine the person I would have become if I didnt have books in my life. Reading others stories, and writing my own, has transported me into the shoes of people who are often wiser, kinder, smarter, and funnier than I am. Ive found that occupying those shoes, even for just a little while, has a curious way of inspiring you to rise to the occasion.When it comes to personal development, theres no better season than the summer.To supplement your staycations and poolside lounging, below is a collection of self-improvement books to help you put your best foot, or sandal, forward1. Becoming by Michelle ObamaMichelle Obama gets incredibly honest about everything from not knowing where your passions lie to taking a chance on love (even when the whole world is watching) and standing firm in your determination to make the world a better place. She inspires readers to be the best versions of themselves by leading with vulnerability.Favorite prozentzahlFailure is a feeling long before it becomes an actual result. Its vulnerability that breeds with self-doubt and then is escalated, often deliberately, by fear.Who will enjoy this Anyone who has only brothers, or who always wanted an older sister, or who has an older sister but wishes that older sister were Michelle Obama.2. Wholehearted Slow Down, Help Out, Wake Up by Koshin Paley EllisonWith a refreshing and sur prisingly relatable style, considering Koshin Paley Ellison is in fact a monk (monks, theyre just like us), this book teaches you how to expand outward. Ellison uses a blend of the 16 teachings of Buddhism, Western psychology, and his personal life experiences to help readers break down the walls we build around ourselves and wake up to the world.Favorite quotePeople are afraid of - and paradoxically long for - honest, loving, and ordinary conversation.This book feels like A warm cup of hot cocoa, with extra marshmallows, and a fire crackling in the background.3. Stop Doing That Sh*t End Self-Sabotage and Demand Your Life Back by Gary John BishopYou may think you dont self-sabotage, but Bishop breaks down how even small excuses like Ill go to the gym tomorrow affect your success in the long run. This book offers a short, intense jolt to your way of thinking. Bishop tells it straight, because our futures dont have time for sugarcoating. He also helps readersaccess their individual psychological machinery to nip negative thoughts and behaviors in the bud and build new thinking patterns to cut through all the sh*t and find success.Favorite quoteOn one hand you talk about wanting to be an author or a business owner or going back to school, while at the same time youve reduced your lifes potential to the lofty aim of getting up at the first alarm buzz or fighting the meaningless battle of prizing yourself away from your cellphone a little more often. You just cant keep responding in ordinary ways if you are truly out to live an extraordinary life.This book is akin to Your no-bullsh*t older brother having a heart-to-heart with you over a scotch at midnight. Youll laugh, you may cry, but at the end of the night, youll be better for it.4. The Best Advice I Ever Got Lessons From Extraordinary Lives by Katie CouricWhat began as a collection ofthoughts for a commencement speech turned into a thoughtful curation of advice from some of todays fruchtwein successful peop le.Couric interviews people in politics, entertainment, sports, philanthropy, the arts, and business, sharing their insights on how to take chances, follow your passions, cope with criticism, and commit to something greater than yourself. Plus, all of the proceeds from this book go to Scholarship America, which helps ambitious students graduate from college and realize their full potential.Favorite quoteVery few of us get through this life unscathed. Scratch beneath a strangers surface and youre likely to uncover professional setbacks, broken hearts, unspeakable loss, unfulfilled dreams, or worse. Everyone seems to keep going but, God knows, navigating through it all isnt easy.This book is similar to Chicken Soup for the Soul, but business casual.5. Work Wife by Erica Cerulo and Claire MazurThese pages are brimming with girl power. Cerulo and Mazur speak with work wives whove created thriving businesses across a myriad of fields and demonstrate how empowered female friendships can r un the business world. The book dives into a range of topics vital to successful partnerships, such as being co-bosses, tackling disagreements, dealing with money, and accommodating motherhood, offeringreaders a roadmap to fruitful work-wife relationships.Favorite quoteThe unfortunate fact of the matter is that, as women, we have a rougher go of it in the workplace - whether on a Hollywood set or in a cubicle - and for all of the camaraderie and mind-melding benefits, being part of a pair also serves as a defense mechanism. Being able to turn to someone and say Am I crazy? is a boon because women are made to question their own sanity all the time.Best time to read this book With a bottle of Merlot and your best gal pals on FaceTime.6. Unlearn 101 Simple Truths for a Better Life by Humble the spielmannThis book is centeredon the idea that we gain more from letting go, and as someone who recently moved cities and purged all of the extra crap Id managed to hide in the corners of my c loset, I can personally attest to this notion. Humble the Poet breaks down some of lifes most complex emotions into simple, bite-sized truths. Change can be overwhelming, but not when youre focused on making moves one step at a time. The lessons are short and relatable, reminding you that not everything in life has to be so complicated, Avril.Favorite quoteGet out there. Be uncomfortable. Make mistakes. Get embarrassed. Well all be dead soon, its not a big deal.Who will benefit mosthoarders (emotional baggage counts, too).7. The Defining Decade Why Your Twenties Matter and How to Make the Most of Them Now by Meg JayDr. Meg Jay explains over the course of 239 pages why the 30-is-the-new-20 culture is complete rubbish and how you can use your 20s to propel your future in a direction youre passionate about. Jay weaves the latest science with stories from 20-somethings and provides actionable steps to create identity capital and make the most of your defining decade. This should be requ ired reading for every 20-something.Favorite quoteJays entire TED Talk on the topic.Guaranteed tomake every 20-something think twice before swiping right.8. Tuesdays With Morrie An Old Man, a Young Man, and Lifes Greatest Lesson by Mitch AlbomThis memoir chronicles a series of weekly visits Albom made to his former sociology professor Morrie Schwartz, as Schwartz gradually loses his life to ALS. Their bond is beautifully honest and reminds readersthat human connection is at the core of a fulfilled life. In his final weeks, Morrie unloads some hard-won nuggets of wisdomaboutwhat happiness is and how to ensure your life is one worth living.Favorite quoteAs you grow, you learn more. If you stayed as ignorant as you were at 22, youd always be 22. Aging is not just decay, you know. Its growth. Its more than the negative that youre going to die, its the positive that you understand youre going to die, and that you live a better life because of it.Some friendly advice If youre a crier, hav e tissues nearby.A version of this article originally appeared on SUCCESS.com.Megan Nicole ONeal is a UCLA alum and public relations specialist with a passion for storytelling and a firm belief that only the right photo is worth 1,000 words. An avid adventurist, she has traveled to five different continents, all on an endless quest to find the worlds greatest cup of coffee. Megan currently works at in the PR department for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society in Los Angeles. 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The power of criticism why surrounding yourself with people who disagree with you is the key to long-term success

The power of criticism why surrounding yurself with people who disagree with you is the key to long-term successThe power of criticism why surrounding yourself with people who disagree with you is the key to long-term successIn 1975, Ray Dalio- a bullish 26-year-old trader- started a small advisory firm called Bridgewater Associates, out of his two-bedroom Manhattan apartment.At first, Dalio had zero clientele and worked with a small team consisting of his close friend and an assistant. But shortly afterward, the business took off rapidly.Follow Ladders on FlipboardFollow Ladders magazines on Flipboard covering Happiness, Productivity, Job Satisfaction, Neuroscience, and moreBy the late 1970s, Dalios publication called the Daily Observations, became the go-to-market research report for major organizations, including Nabisco and McDonalds, and by August 1982, Dalio welches hailed as a market wizard for predicting Mexicos default. 1As his fame and reputation grew, Dalio found himself i ncreasingly surrounded by yes-men, with no one to challenge his radical ideas. And so, in November 1982, Dalio appeared on Wall Street Week with Louis Rukeyser- the most reputable financial nachrichten program at the time- and publicly declared that the United States welches heading for a depression.He was dead wrong. The United States economy rebounded and enjoyed a much higher rate of growth than ever before.Meanwhile, Bridgewater Associates nearly went bankrupt, and Dalio was forced to lay off all of his employees, including his close friends. 2Distraught and defeated, Dalio began to reflect on the mistakes and bad decisions that led to his mighty downfall. It was during these moments of introspection, that he asked himself a powerful question that would radically transform his life How do I know Im right?Inspired by his eureka moment, Dalio resolved to rebuild Bridgewater on the foundation of a culture that seeks to answer this question.Today, Bridgewater Associates is regarded as the most successful hedge fund in the world- managing over $160 billion in assets. And Dalio has amassed a net worth of about $17 billion, which ranks him as one of the worlds top 100 wealthiest people.Even though he is often praised for his financial acumen, Dalio credits Bridgewaters long-term success to one simple idea that emerged whilst solving the puzzle of the thought-provoking question he reflected upon in his earlier years.The idea is called Radical TransparencyAccelerated Learning, Innovation and Radical TransparencyHolding wrong opinions in ones head and making bad decisions based on them instead of having thoughtful disagreements is one of the greatest tragedies of mankind.? Ray DalioOne morning, Dalio received a scathing email from his employee, Jim Haskell. It readRay you deserve a D- for your performance today in the meeting you did not prepare at all because there is no way you could have and been that disorganized. In the future, I/we would ask you to take some time and prepare and maybe even I should come up and start talking to you to get you warmed up or something but we cant let this happen again. If you in any way think my view is wrong, please ask the others or we can talk about it. 3The majority of senior executives- talkless of a billionaire like Ray Dalio- would have fired Haskell on the spot for sending this email. Dalio however, was so pleased with it, that he circulated the email internally within Bridgewater.In his book,Principles Life and Work(Audiobook), Dalio elaborates on this idea of Radical TransparencyRadical open-mindedness and radical transparency are invaluable for rapid learning and effective changeThe more open-minded you are, the less likely you are to deceive yourself- and the more likely it is that others will give you honest feedbackIt can also be difficult because being radically transparent rather than more guarded exposes one to criticism. Its natural to fear that. Yet if you dont put yourself out there wit h your radical transparency, you wont learn.At Bridgewater, no employee has the right to hold a critical opinion without speaking about it. In fact, its a sackable offense to do so.The majority of meetings are videotaped all employees can review the recordings and share public feedback on the participants.Outside of meetings, Bridgewater staff are obliged to rate one anothers performances and Baseball Cards publicly reveal each individual employees strengths and weaknesses based on feedback. 4This type of Radical Transparency is the driving force behind the philosophy of idea meritocracy- the encouragement of thoughtful disagreements and the versetzung of a culture where the best ideas win out.It may come as a surprise to learn that the most innovative companies in the world are also built on this philosophy.For example, whilst working as the Executive Chairman of Google, Eric Schmidt built upon the existing culture of open criticism of ideas regardless of hierarchy, which led to in novations like Gmail, Adsense and google maps. 5In the same breath, the innovative media company, Netflix, encourages employees to give one another blunt feedback, and openly shares all employees salaries to executives director-level and above.6The idea of Radical Transparency may seem like a harmful practice, but research has shown that avoiding criticism- instead of embracing it- leads to bad decision-making, poor performance, and failure.For example, one study discovered that whilst a firm undergoes poor performance, the Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) tend to seek comfort and advice from like-minded executives of other firms, and avoid receiving feedback from critics outside their social circle.7This avoidance of criticism inhibits the organizations ability to change corporate strategy, leading to organizational decline and a downward spiral in performance.Another study conducted by Francesca Gino, Professor at Harvard Business School, highlighted an employees tendency to drop r elationships with people who provide feedback that is more negative than their view of themselves and surround themselves with people who reaffirm their positive traits. 8Ironically, the study discovered that employees who avoided criticism performed much worse in the subsequent year than those who refrained from confirmation-seeking behavior.By avoiding criticism and running towards praise, we fail to see the pitfalls that lead to our downfall because our greatest weaknesses are often the opposite of our greatest strengths.Avoid Criticism at Your PerilEvery time you confront something painful, you are at a potentially important juncture in your life- you have the opportunity to choose healthy and painful truth or unhealthy but comfortable delusion.? Ray DalioConventional wisdom suggests that success is the by-product of surrounding ourselves with positive people who cheer us along and support our ideas.But this doesnt hold up to close scrutiny, in fact, the opposite is more likely to be true surrounding yourself with smart people who disagree with you will improve your odds of success.The irony of criticism is that the more we run away from critics and towards cheerleaders, the more delusional we become about our strengths and weaknesses, and the less likely well succeed.And more times than not, our biggest critics open the door to crucial opportunities to learn, improve and make better decisions.Several years after the near bankruptcy of Bridgewater, Ray Dalio said hed learned that no matter how confident I was in making anyone bet I could still be wrong.His idea of Radical Transparency is driven by a genuine worry that you may be blindsided bycognitive biasesthat lead to bad decision-making.Its an acknowledgment of the reality of dialogue between two people with conflicting views someone is less wrong than the other, and it pays to find out if that someone isnt you.When you canleave your ego outside the doorand give room for open criticism, your focus and e nergy shifts towards what matters most. That is, being right (even if it doesnt come from you).Next time youre faced with criticism and negative feedback, remember the thought-provoking question that launched Dalios long-term success with BridgewaterHow do I know Im right?Mayo Oshin writes at MayoOshin.com, where he shares practical ideas at the intersection of science, art, and philosophy, for better thinking and decision-making. You can join his free weekly newsletter here.A version of thisarticleoriginally appeared atmayooshin.comas The Power of Criticism Why Surrounding Yourself With People Who Disagree With You Is the Key to Long-Term Success.FOOTNOTES1. Dalio helped McDonalds reduce its price risk, which led to the creation of the McNugget in 1983.2. Dalio was so broke that he had to borrow $4,000 from his father to take care of his family and pay the bills.3.Ray Dalios Ted talk4. As an example, Kiran Rao, a manager at Bridgewater, was declared as the companys worst manager in front of 200 of his colleagues.5. Eric Schmidts Master of ScaleInterview.6. Wall Street Journalarticle.7.Getting by with the Advice of Their Friends CEOs Advice Networks and Firms Strategic Responses to Poor Performance. Michael L. McDonald and James D. Westphal. Administrative Science Quarterly. Vol. 48, No. 1 (Mar., 2003), pp. 1-328. Green, P., Gino, F., Staats, B. (2017).Shopping for Confirmation How Disconfirming Feedback Shapes Social Networks. Harvard Business School Working Paper, No. 18-028.You might also enjoyNew neuroscience reveals 4 rituals that will make you happyStrangers know your social class in the first seven words you say, study finds10 lessons from Benjamin Franklins daily schedule that will double your productivityThe worst mistakes you can make in an interview, according to 12 CEOs10 habits of mentally strong people

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This is why its ok to be the cliché tourist when traveling

This is why its ok to be the clich tourist when travelingThis is why its ok to be the clich tourist when travelingTraveling is one of the fruchtwein enriching ways that we can gain new experiences and perspectives. Each persons reason for traveling to a certain schauplatz may be different, but what they do in that location can have a lot of similarities, whether that be a landseeing common attraction or exhibiting common behavior.Some scoff at tourists going to see the saatkorn thing, posting the same photos, or not having the authentic experience. However, theres nothing wrong with being the clich tourist. Some popular attractions are popular for a reason photos create memories tourist traps can be fun tourism is great for the local economy convenience helps those who are unfamiliar with an area and youre allowed to create any type of trip you want. Though there are some tips to remember to be a safe and courteous tourist, theres nothing wrong with being a little clich.Theres a reas on certain attractions are popularOften, attractions shape an entire trip to an area. People may not be traveling to Mount Rushmore to see South Dakota, they are probably going to see the faces in the mountain. These attractions shape how we view a location if weve never been there. So, of course people want to see Times Square, the Eiffel Tower, or the Vegas Strip. These attractions are popular because others have been in awe by them before. And so, we want to be in awe by them too. Theres nothing wrong with that.Travelers often use social media to make their decisions. Everyone can remember seeing photos of the Golden Gate bridge, the green water in Fiji, or the vastness of the Grand Canyon - those images inspire us to travel, so of course thats where wed go if we traveled there.You can take a photoandlive in the momentClich tourists take a lot of photos. But, why wouldnt they? They are in a new place, seeing new things, and are blown away by their environment. They want to remem ber it and show their memories to others.Its not just the big attractions but also the little nuances of a location that make it specialIn Japan, many tourists take photos of Mount Fuji, but they also take many photos ofthe little things that make it special, like the cherry blossoms. Many travelers or locals that give clich tourists a hard time say that more people should live in the moment instead of taking so many photos. However, you can do both. Let people capture the beauty they discover in a photo.Tourist traps are funSeeing the real, authentic side of a city is amazing. But theres a quirky enjoyment in the tourist traps as well. Roadside attractions, the bus tours in the UK, and the various wax museums may be shameless tourist traps, but they can also be really fun. Not only that, but theres no better place to find a gift shop to grab a piece of memorabilia from your adventure. It may not be the most authentic experience, but not all experiences have to be.Tourism can be ben eficial for the local economyTourism wouldnt exist without the clich tourist. With tourism comes a lot of valuable money rushing into the local economy. Tourism also leads to more jobs for local workers. This is why clich tourist attractions can be so helpful for local economies, whether that be a popular museum, a historical building, or even a sporting event. Hosting the Olympics, for instance,has the potential to create jobs and revenue from tourism.Tourism is important because it involves spending from outside sources flowing inward as opposed to the cycling of money through the local economy.For this reason, its best to let people travel for any reason they want, even if its to stand in line at the Vatican.Convenience is helpful for touristsTraveling off the beaten path and visiting the areas of a city that the locals visit is a way to see a city from an insiders perspective. Its a way to have a travel experience that others may not have had - to create your own adventure inst ead of mirroring the same trip thousands of others have done before you. However, sometimes being a clich tourist is just more convenient. As a new visitor, the convenience can be what is best for everyone. Its a lot easier for tourists to find a restaurant in Pikes Place market than to send them looking for a hole-in-the-wall location in Queen Anne.Your trip is your own to createThe number one reason why its okay to be a clich tourist is because your trip is for you - not for anyone else. If you want to see Disney World, the Sydney Opera House, or Niagara Falls, do it. It doesnt matter how many people have a photo of it on Instagram, how many locals tell you its nothing special, or how many seasoned travelers roll their eyes at how clich you are. Your experiences are for you to enjoy.Tips to rememberBeing clich is not a big deal, but there are some things you should remember in order to be a respectful and safe traveler. Being clich is one thing, but being disrespectful or harmful is another. Thats one clich you dont want to validateNever hold up pedestrians or besucherzahlen for a photoFollow local customs and learn some local languageBe a sustainable travelerby leaving things where they are found, taking public transportation, and not litteringTry to focus on supporting local businessListen to signs, laws, and warnings - they are there to keep you and everyone else safeJust about every traveler has been the clich tourist in one way or another. In a lot of ways, the clich things are what make tourists interested in traveling to begin with. You should always work to be a respectful guest when youre visiting somewhere new, but that doesnt mean you cant see popular attractions or take photos of it. The clich tourist also helps to boost an areas economy and share experiences that make others want to visit as well. Next time youre traveling, dont worry about being the clich tourist. Worry instead about creating a trip that youll enjoy.This article was originall y posted on YourCoffeeBreak.co.uk.