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Take Advantage Of NDT Training/PMP Certification Benefits: Get Ahead In Your Profession

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Take Advantage Of NDT Training/PMP Certification Benefits: Get Ahead In Your Profession

Change is the only constant, and that we can be certain about. We are living in a world that has changed remarkably compared to the decades and centuries went by. We are more dependent on our technological devices to simplify our lives and how we go about the processes every day. Similarly, the outlook in the professional world is changing considerably too.

Gone are the days of versatility, when the one-man-does-it-all people were preferred to deal with various processes. Today, most employers, if not all, prefer to employ specialists who come on the back of having gained professional knowledge through training and education in one single field. With this in mind, the two professional qualifications that are being sought after with a lot of passion and desperation at the same time are that of Project Management Professional Certification and NonDestructive Testing Training.

PMP Certification

Project Management Professional – or PMP – is a globally recognized niche practice for those who are looking to make a name for themselves in the field of project management. Their certification is issued by the Project Management Institute (PMI), an association of Project Management Professionals. And quite understandably there are several PMP certification benefits that make this niche specialization such a highly appealing certification.

For starters, PMP certification exponentially increases your earning potential. On an average, certified Project Management Professionals earn 20% more than their non-certified peers. Additionally, the PMP certification is a mark of your expertise as a Project Manager, meaning employers know that you have an in-depth knowledge and possess the required skills to be a world-class Project Management Professional. Finally, a PMP certification puts you in the company of one of the world’s most elite professional groups.

NDT Training

NonDestructive Testing – or NDT – is a procedure that is commonly implemented across various industries. It is a range of evaluation processes that are employed to determine the integrity of materials, components, and products without causing any damage to them whatsoever. It is one of the most effective ways to assure the quality of a product, which explains why it is so highly preferred all over the world. And at the same time, it also helps a company save on downtime and loss of revenue.

PMP and NDT are two of the biggest specialized professional qualifications in the world today. So establish yourself and take advantage of NDT training and PMP certification benefits to get ahead in the professional world quickly.

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Why Do You Need NDT Testing Training?

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Why Do You Need NDT Testing Training?

Before entering a profession, it is important to acquire necessary training and certifications relevant to it. When it concerns technical expertise in a certain field, certifications can prove to be really helpful in not only helping you go about doing your business in the right manner but also in making sure that you move in the right direction.

If you are thinking of becoming a Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) personnel, you should make sure that you acquire the necessary training and certification. Before moving any further, let’s understand what NDT really is. NDT is an assessment and examination of different materials by examining their physical attributes. This is done to detect errors in design, and defects in structures as well as to evaluate their stability. The major difference between NDT and other similar procedures is that all of the assessment is done without putting the material in question to any strain. The objective of using NDT is to examine industrial materials and equipment without changing their usability and functionality. So, it is clearly evident that you have the required expertise in the applicable testing methods, in order to get certified. For this, you need to look for consultancy services that offer Non-Destructive Testing training and choose the best among them.

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Five Signs You’re a Bad Boss

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By Diana Middleton
Friday, February 18, 2011

 

When the number of employees Matt Kaplan managed at a lab at the University of Arizona in Tucson mushroomed from six to 30, the school called in a management coach to make sure he was prepared. What he learned surprised him — his employees thought he was distant and didn’t trust their work.

 “The biggest challenge for me was realizing I couldn’t do everything myself,” he says. “I had to learn to trust my team, which was a gradual process.”

Experts say many bosses are similarly clueless about their appearance to employees. Here are five signals you may be one of them.

1. Most of your emails are one-word long.

It may be efficient, but many bosses don’t realize how curt a one-word email — even a simple “yes” or “no” — can be, says Barbara Pachter, a management coach and author of several workplace etiquette books. She calls it the “BlackBerry effect.”

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“Managers have a tendency to be abrupt, especially when they’re answering emails on the go,” Ms. Pachter says. “It comes off as an invitation for conflict. A simple addition of ‘thanks’ goes a long way.”

Some manager’s craft even shorter emails. When Christina Marcus emailed an idea for a project to a former boss, he responded “Y.” Thinking he was questioning her idea, she spent 20 minutes crafting a response. Turns out, the “Y” meant “yes,” not “why.” Ms. Marcus eventually left the firm.

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2. You rarely talk to your employees face-to-face.

Relying on email may be convenient, but bosses are increasingly using technology to avoid having tough discussions, says Robert Sutton, professor at Stanford University and author of “Good Boss, Bad Boss.”

“No one wants to do the dirty work, but it’s a boss’ lot in life to deal with difficult issues,” Mr. Sutton says. Face-time engenders trust with employees, adds Ms. Pachter.

3. Your employees are out sick — a lot.

Employees will fake sickness to avoid a bad boss, says Mr. Sutton. But there’s evidence that a bad boss may be bad for your health. A 2008 Swedish study that tracked more than 3,000 men over 10 years found that the men who said they were poorly managed at work were 20%-40% more likely to have a heart attack.

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4. Your team’s working overtime, but still missing deadlines.

New bosses are particularly prone to giving unmanageable deadlines to staffers, says Gini Graham Scott, author of “A Survival Guide for Working with Bad Bosses.”

A human resources executive at a New York firm who declined to be named because she’s currently looking for a new position, says that she began working 15-hour days after her new boss came on board. Her boss’ first order of business: Promising more aggressive deadlines to clients. “She would tell the client, ‘We can have this for you in three days,’ which was impossible,” says this woman.

5. You yell.

Even if you aren’t screaming angrily at your employees, speaking loudly can damage workplace morale, says Ms. Pachter, the management coach. “Employees will constantly feel like they’re being reprimanded, and they’ll avoid you if there’s ever a problem,” she says.

At one of Ms. Marcus’ former jobs every debate was a public forum, she says. “My bosses would shout freely across the office, even when they weren’t necessarily angry,” she says. “It charged the atmosphere and really killed productivity, especially when you were trying to figure out who you should be listening to.”

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15 Toughest Interview Questions (and Answers!)

  • For many people, job interviews are the most stressful part of the job-search process. And it’s true that an interview is often a make-or-break moment: If you flub the interview in a big way, you probably won’t make the cut–no matter how good your resum is, or how excellent your qualifications are.

You can combat nerves and increase your chances of success by practicing your answers to difficult interview questions. Here are some of the toughest, with suggested answers:

1. Why do you want to work in this industry?

Bad answer:
“I love to shop. Even as a kid, I spent hours flipping through catalogs.”

Tip:
Don’t just say you like it. Anyone can do that. Focus instead on your history with that particular industry, and if you can, tell a success story.

Good answer:
“I’ve always loved shopping, but my interest in retail marketing really started when I worked at a neighborhood boutique. I knew that our clothes were amazing, but that we weren’t marketing them properly. So I worked with management to come up with a marketing strategy that increased our sales by 25 percent in a year. It was great to be able to contribute positively to an industry I feel so passionate about, and to help promote a product I really believed in.”

2. Tell us about yourself.

Bad answer:
“I graduated four years ago from the University of Michigan, with a bachelor’s in biology–but I decided that wasn’t the right path for me. So I switched gears and got my first job, working in sales for a startup. Then I went on to work in marketing for a law firm. After that, I took a few months off to travel. Finally, I came back and worked in marketing again. And now, here I am, looking for a more challenging marketing role.”

Tip:
Instead of giving a chronological work history, focus on your strengths and how they pertain to the role. If possible, illustrate with examples.

Good answer:
“I’m really energetic, and I’m a great communicator. Working in sales for two years helped me build confidence and taught me the importance of customer loyalty. I’ve also got a track record of success. In my last role, I launched a company newsletter, which helped us build on our existing relationships and create new ones. Because of this, we ended up seeing a revenue increase of 10 percent over two years. I’m also very interested in how companies can use web tools to better market themselves, and would be committed to building on your existing platform.”

3. What do you think of your previous boss?

Bad answer:
“He was completely incompetent, and a nightmare to work with, which is why I’ve moved on.”

Tip:
Remember that if you get the job, many of the people interviewing you will someday be your previous bosses. The last thing they want is to hire someone they know will badmouth them. Instead of trashing your former employer, stay positive, and focus on what you learned from him (no matter how awful he really was).

Good answer:
“My last boss taught me the importance of time management, didn’t pull any punches, and was extremely deadline-driven. His no-nonsense attitude pushed me to work harder, and to meet deadlines I never even thought were possible.”

4. Why are you leaving your current role?

Bad answer:
“I can’t stand my boss, or the work I’m doing.”

Tip:
Again, stay away from badmouthing your job or employer. Focus on the positive.

Good answer:
“I’ve learned a lot from my current role, but now I’m looking for a new challenge, to broaden my horizons, and to gain a new skill set–all of which I see the potential for in this job.”

5. Where do you see yourself in five years?

Bad answer:
“Relaxing on a beach in Maui,” or “Doing your job.”

Tip:
There’s really no right answer to this question, but the interviewer wants to know that you’re ambitious, career-oriented, and committed to a future with the company. So instead of sharing your dream for early retirement, or trying to be funny, give an answer that illustrates your drive and commitment.

Good answer:
“In five years I’d like to have an even better understanding of this industry. Also, I really love working with people. Ultimately, I’d like to be in some type of managerial role at this company, where I can use my people skills and industry knowledge to benefit the people working for me, and the company as a whole.”

6. What’s your greatest weakness?

Bad answer:
“I work too hard,” or for the comedian, “Blonds.”

Tip:
This question is a great opportunity to put a positive spin on something negative, but you don’t want your answer to be a cliche–joking or not. Instead, try to use a real example of a weakness you have learned to overcome.

Good answer:
“I’ve never been very comfortable with public speaking–which, as you know, can be a hindrance in the workplace. Realizing this was a problem, I asked my previous employer if I could enroll in a speech workshop. I took the class, and was able to overcome my lifelong fear. Since then, I’ve given several presentations to audiences of over 100 high-level executives–I still don’t love it, but no one else can tell!”

7. What salary are you looking for?

Bad answer:
“In my last job I earned $35,000–so now I’m looking for $40,000.”

Tip:
“If you can avoid it, don’t give an exact number. The first person to name a price in a salary negotiation loses. Instead, reiterate your commitment to the job itself. If you have to, give a broad range based on research you’ve conducted on that particular role, in your particular city.”

Good answer:
“I’m more interested in the role itself than the pay. That said, I’d expect to be paid the appropriate range for this role, based on my five years of experience. I also think a fair salary would bear in mind the high cost of living here in New York City.” 

8. Why should I hire you?

Bad answer:
“I’m the best candidate for the role.”

Tip:
A good answer will reiterate your qualifications, and will highlight what makes you unique.

Good answer:
“I’ve been an executive assistant for the past ten years–my boss has said time and time again that without me, the organization would fall apart. I’ve also taken the time to educate myself on some of the software I regularly use (but didn’t really understand the ins and outs of). I’m an Excel whiz now, which means I can work faster, and take over some of what my boss would traditionally have had to do herself. What’s good enough for most people is never really good enough for me.”

9. What is your greatest failure, and what did you learn from it?

Bad answer:
“I never finished law school–and everything that’s happened since has taught me that giving up, just because the going gets tough, is a huge mistake.”

Tip:
You don’t want to highlight a true major regret–especially one that exposes an overall dissatisfaction with your life. Instead, focus on a smaller (but still significant) mishap, and how it has made you a better professional.

Good answer:
“When I was in college, I took an art class to supplement my curriculum. I didn’t take it very seriously, and assumed that, compared to my engineering classes, it would be a walk in the park. My failing grades at midterm showed me otherwise. I’d even jeopardized my scholarship status. I knew I had to get my act together. I spent the rest of the semester making up for it, ended up getting a decent grade in the class. I learned that no matter what I’m doing, I should strive to do it to the best of my ability. Otherwise, it’s not worth doing at all.”

10. How do you explain your gap in employment?

Bad answer:
“I was so tired of working, and I needed a break,” or “I just can’t find a job.”

Tip:
Employment gaps are always tough to explain. You don’t want to come across as lazy or unhireable. Find a way to make your extended unemployment seem like a choice you made, based on the right reasons.

Good answer:
“My work is important to me, so I won’t be satisfied with any old job. Instead of rushing to accept the first thing that comes my way, I’m taking my time and being selective to make sure my next role is the right one.”

11 through 15. Read the final five “Toughest Interview Questions.”

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