I have come across a big surprise committing to Millennium, I never expected an internship that would entail so much responsibilities. The duties that come with this position can get an individual back on their feet and make their resume much more attractive. I am learning so much vital responsibilities that I feel it was God’s will to find this place. When I met with Lainie to acquire a job, she turned me down and I felt disappointed. She offered me an internship instead and I jumped at the chance to build up my work skills and ethics. I feel very blessed to be here and I am hoping that after this experience I will have attained a more stable job with better benefits.

Attitude is everything

An amazing book titled The Difference Maker – making your attitude your greatest asset, a motivational book on optimism. When I first heard about this book my I thought, “Where have you been?”. Reading the book has really opened my eyes. A long time ago I approached many aspects in my life with a pessimistic outlook. Needless to say as a young adult, I thought I knew everything and no one could tell me otherwise. Growing up I learned to fall hard, to get back up and try again. Along the way I developed an “attitude” Attitude is often mistaken to be negative. In my experience with attitude it can also be positive; a learning experience. Experiences can teach us many things. Attitude is one. Experience has taught me that my attitude towards everything needs to change, even in the littlest aspects.
Change can only start with one’s self; a lesson in itself for me. A lesson that took me many, many tries until it finally dawned on me, I can only change me not the things around me. Change stemmed from my attitude forcing my negative energy to venture elsewhere. I started changing in my life in the smallest areas of improvement, like waking up earlier each morning. Once I incorporated waking up early on a daily basis, other healthy habits start to form. Gandhi’s famous quote “Be the change that you wish to see in the world” struck a cord. Every word that quote holds is factual. You cannot change the things around you, you can only change yourself and the way you perceive things.
Attitude isn’t everything, yet it can make a world of difference once altered. Making your attitude your greatest asset will allow you to make better choices; inhibit a healthier lifestyle. I once woke up all hours of the day with no plan no focus on my life. Today I rise with a plan to execute a productive and a proactive life. I choose to be the change I want to see in the world today. I am a better me because my attitude is my greatest asset.

With a new year comes a new outlook on job training, seeking new/extra employment or expanding a business. Families are growing amongst economic struggles, and as individuals we need to change with our surroundings.

Building your network is a great steping stone towards job training. Networking can be accomplished in many ways with business acquaintances being one of the few. If you are just entering the workforce, a resume is a great way to introduce yourself to local companies of interest. Putting yourself out there is a great way to start in networking.

Resume building can have its challenges for those entering the workforce. Some creative ways to build a new resume are by reviewing your own transferable skills. Volunteer involvement, internships, and community organization(s) involvements are some things that employers look for in a resume. It shows that the individual is eager to work and is committed to the work. Transferable skills apply to any job service.

And when education is important although not always affordable, some jobs provide funding with some employment packages so it is important to inquire if it is available. And learning a trade is more than just a trade; it’s furthering your education. Employers like to see future employees take the initiative to learn more to gain knowledge towards their career(s). Free program training classes are available from the government for those who qualify. It is important to always continue to educate one’s self because one cannot disadvantage from education.

Networking, building/rebuilding your resume, and continuing your education are necessary tools towards employment or expanding a business. In my experience rebuilding my resume and reentering the workforce is essential. It is what will separate you from every other applicant. Employers are seeking more than experienced employees they seek articulate individuals. Having a strong communication background both verbal and written are helpful and will be useful in landing a job. A little effort paves the way towards hard work.

I am a new intern with Millennium Personnel Corp. My first day I was excited and thrilled to meet the associates and gain experience necessary for the work force. At first I was overwhelmed. However, as the day continued I learned that is part of the process. I was introduced to managers and staff, tour of our office and history of Millennium Personnel Corp.
I was taught how to respond and better prepare myself for future interviews. Learning how to properly and effectively screen calls has been informative. At first I was timid in answering incoming calls, but after some practice, managing phones has become second nature. My manager, Lainie, reminded me how important, not only appearance can be, but how effectively a person speaks. A first impression is a lasting one!
I hope to gain a better and informative understanding of the work force. I’d like to carry an excellent work ethic in my work environment from my internship experience. I am eager to learn and I am excited for the next steps in my journey.

When I came into Millennium Personnel looking for a job, never in a million years did I expect the manager to offer me an internship opportunity. I accepted this opportunity for many reasons. One of them being that I have close to no experience in office work and that alone will make it almost impossible for me to find a job anywhere. I appreciated Lanie, the manager, tremendously at the moment because she was able to overlook my lack of experience and focus on my potential instead. From this internship I plan to take a lot with me to my next job. I will be able to gain the experience necessary for me to get that job that I worked so hard for in school. It will be a short experience level but it is still more than what I had before getting the internship. With working my hardest and showing Lanie and Stephanie that I am a reliable and responsible worker, I am also ensuring my reference for my next job so that they can explain to my next employer how I am as a worker. Also, working side by side to them, I will learn the tricks of the trade because of how experienced they are. It’s always a pleasure to work next to two individuals that will only help you gain knowledge and experience.

In this internship, I hope to learn all that I will be unable to learn on my own. For example, I only knew about Quickbooks because of some of the jobs that I wanted to apply for required knowledge on it. But now, little by little, I am learning how to work with it and I will be able to tell my next employer that I’m not an expert on it but that I know the basics and that I am a fast learner. With the mini meetings that Lanie has us do from time to time, I will learn exactly what to say and what to do with certain situation because of the activity she calls the ‘hot seat’. Those activity and meetings are to prepare me and the other interns for day to day situations that can potentially happen in the work place. Also, because of her meetings, I was able to get over my fear of interviews a bit more. This helps me a lot, due to my interview anxiety that I have. What also help me are the cold callings. This helps with my fear of talking to other people.

This internship has been the best thing that I could have happened to me right now. I’m unemployed and I could have been home doing nothing but instead I am working on my experience with wonderful people.

How to become a “rainmaker” in YOUR business…
A rainmaker is someone who brings in big business. A rainmaker is the “star player” of his or her company. He or she makes the most sales and is the one bringing in new business for the firm. A lot of people dream of being a rainmaker, but it’s easier said than done. If being a rainmaker was easy, every company big or small would have one in their organization. That being said, becoming a rainmaker is more likely if one is willing to take certain steps.
One thing that all “rainmakers” have in common is confidence. If you are not secure in your abilities AND products/services, the client will recognize this and will have doubts about doing business with you. By being confident in front of the client, people may feel comfortable about doing business with you because of the way you present yourself. The same self-assuredness is needed when dealing with your boss. For example, if you have an idea that can bring major business to your company, you must have enough confidence to approach your boss and tell him or her. Your boss may or may not like the idea, but you will never know if you don’t try. And this type of assertive and creative thinking can go a long way in terms of boosting your standing in the company.
Another approach of a rainmaker is to view everyone they meet a potential client. A rainmaker looks at everyone and every circumstance as a lead to potential business. It can be a friend who works at the bank, current clients who have family members with their own businesses or even people who live in their neighborhood. This may lead to big business financially. You never know what kind of connections people have, unless you ask.
Also, making a lasting impression through one’s appearance is essential. Being a rainmaker means dressing sharply at all times, especially when meeting clients. You never want show up to potential clients dressed in jeans or shorts. A possible client might not want to do business with you solely based on your attire. Your first impression is usually your best impression. That being said you want to look your best when meeting your clients and potential clients.
If you are not becoming a rainmaker as fast as you would like, just remember that it takes time to build your reputation. Some people become rainmakers faster than others. There is no timetable on you fast one can become a rainmaker. If you are serious about becoming a rainmaker then don’t quit when you hit a road bump along the way. Stay committed to yourself and your abilities.

As a college graduate with little to no interviewing skills, finding a job was difficult. It also didn’t help that I was uncomfortable around new people. I came to Millennium Personnel hoping to find a temporary job when they offered me an internship. I decided to accept the internship figuring that I only had something to gain. This was the perfect opportunity for me to gain experience and a great change from my existing experience.

I am currently gaining valuable skills and experience that are increasing my chances of getting a job. I have learned to overcome some of my weaknesses that would otherwise hinder me from getting a job. I am learning how to handle interviews by actually conducting interviews, which in turn will help me anticipate the unexpected when I receive an interview from a possible employer. After I complete my internship, I will receive a new resume. With my new resume paired with my new experience, I will be able to find a job even in this difficult time.

As a high school senior, I hope that my internship experience with Millennium Personnel Corp. gives me the opportunity to advance my knowledge and skills necessary to obtain a job in the near future. I expect to learn how to deal with others in a professional manner within a comfortable, yet fast-paced working environment. Since this is my second day working as an intern in the office, I have already had the opportunity to organize documents, pick up and make calls for the company, and conduct courtesy interviews.

This internship experience will give me the privilege of developing a sense of leadership, as well as being able to take care of work responsibilities as a young adult. Although I am a senior in high school and I am younger than most of the college-graduate interns here, this internship will most definitely allow me to adapt to an office environment, as well as the hard-working staff who come with it. After completing my internship hours, I plan on updating my resume with Millennium Personnel Corp. and attending college so that I can find a job opportunity out in this competitive business world. Then, I will finally be able to start my long-life journey towards success.

College is a good way to prepare for the job market. However, some people think of college as unnecessary since it’s just more schoolwork, when they can just get a job right after high school. But people who are in college will benefit from the academic experience. So just how does going to college prepare one for the job market?
Going to college helps with my communication skills. It teaches how to get messages across in a successful way. Having communication skills is a key to landing a job. If the company one works for is to be more effective, then communication is a necessary requirement. In addition, taking a speech class in college could improve one’s public speaking since at a job, you will be able to effectively listen to the employer’s job duties, present a project in a clear voice in front of co-workers and share any information with colleagues given to you by an employer.
Another way college can prepare you for the job market is by doing group work. Numerous group work projects in college can teach you how to be an asset to the group setting. One of the most important things employers look for is people who are team players. This is important because in the company the actions of one affects all at the company. An employer can’t afford to hire someone who is not able to get a long with others and is not a team player.
Another way going to college prepares one for the job market is by emphasizing writing skills. With writing skills improved from going to college, it can help in the job market when writing a cover letter or doing a resume. By knowing what transferable skills to put in my resume when applying for a specific job, and using proper grammar and spelling, an employer will most likely choose me for an interview over someone with a resume or cover letter with poor grammar and spelling. Many employers just throw away resumes that have avoidable errors such as the spelling of the company the person is applying to and using slang terms.
The job market is getting more competitive, especially in these tough economic times. More companies are looking for people with higher education. But by using one’s overall experience in college, the chances of landing a job will definitely increase.