http://www.publicarartigos.com.br/ Articles at Publicar Artigos - Mostre seu conteúdo pt-br http://www.publicarartigos.com.br/ingl%C3%AAs/business/career/how-to-become-a-licensed-plumber.html http://www.publicarartigos.com.br/ingl%C3%AAs/business/career/how-to-become-a-licensed-plumber.html Tue, 03 Nov 2009 21:16:03 -0200
Learning how to be a plumber is not something that you can do part time. It is a skill where you will never get good references or a good name with a bad performance. You can get into the job only after you are fully trained and after you know that you can handle anything.

To become a good plumber, first complete school and learn how to use tools in the workshop, science, maths and other vocational subjects like blue print studies and plumbing. Search about what is the scope of plumbing in your area. You can use the Internet or the Yellow Pages for the same. You could also seek guidance from your counsellor. Then you can join a trade school that will help you with your placement also if you are a brilliant learner. You can polish your talents by joining the local union of plumbers. This union would get you training and theory work to make you a more efficient plumber. It is tough to be chosen, but it is really worth it if you do.

The next step would be to get hold of contracts for heating, air conditioning or plumbing. It is really lucrative even if you work as an assistant. The last, most important step is to go for a license. To apply for a license, you need to have at least 3 years of experience as apprentice plumber under a master plumber and it has to be over and above 300 hours of theory learning. You would also need to clear a plumber's license exam. You should be at least 18 years of age. You should be capable of taking up independent assignments, make estimates of cost, you should also be aware of fair prices and your assessments should be close to accurate.

Other desirable qualities are that you should have good mathematical ability, dexterity, ability to use manual or power operated work tools. You should also have good interpersonal and communication skills. You should be good at paperwork and official jargon. You should also be fit enough to be able to lift moderate weights.

Remember that these skills are in a heavy demand across the world. Your skill would go a long way to give you and your family a good life and to earn you high level of respect everywhere.

As a plumber, you can freelance and take your own contracts or you could join a service company that will employ you as a permanent employee. ]]> http://www.publicarartigos.com.br/ingl%C3%AAs/business/career/domestic-green-engineer-is-the-new-it-field.html http://www.publicarartigos.com.br/ingl%C3%AAs/business/career/domestic-green-engineer-is-the-new-it-field.html Tue, 03 Nov 2009 20:57:52 -0200
What is a domestic green engineer? This is person who helps design and implement measures to make homes and businesses more green. Every country is concerned with reducing carbon emissions. Homes are one of the key contributors to Carbon Dioxide (CO2) emissions. Reducing heating and cooling energy requirements through better insulation, vapor exchange and circulation is a major focus of every government. Not only is the need to reduce emissions driving the need for domestic green engineers but so is the cost of energy. With energy costs going through the roof everyone is concerned with stretching their energy dollar as far as it can go. In the United States the government is even giving massive tax breaks for implementing green technologies. Who is at the forefront of installing green products?

There are major changes coming in government requirements involving home energy consumption. By 2016 new homes will need to have 15% of their energy come from renewable sources like solar or wind power. Presently less than 2% of an average home's energy comes from renewable resources.

In England the government has taken drastic steps to help move people towards renewable energy sources. They are covering 80 to 100% of the cost of implementing green technologies if the homeowner uses a properly accredited domestic green engineer. That has huge impacts to the economy, the environment and the field of the green engineer.

It is not too surprising that the hottest new job venture is domestic green engineer. What does it take to get in to the field? There are more and more companies that are training people to become domestic green engineers. The courses take about six months and usually do not require any level of experience before starting the courses.

The average salary for a DGE is between £18,000 and £55,000 which about $27,000 to $82,500. Not a bad return on your investment for a six month training course. Industry analysts are predicting that these ranges will increase on an average of 12% per year over the course of the next 5 years. The government in England has stated that there are approximately 26 million homes that will require some level of services offered by a domestic green engineer between now and 2012. That is a very large pool of customers. Prime Minister Brown made a recent statement comparing DGE to the IT field of the 90's. He went on to predict that that the DGE field explosion will be bigger than the high tech field.

In a time where people are losing their jobs and finding a new one is getting harder and harder it is refreshing to know that there are industries that are growing and doing well. ]]> http://www.publicarartigos.com.br/ingl%C3%AAs/business/career/e-recruitment-in-the-uk.html http://www.publicarartigos.com.br/ingl%C3%AAs/business/career/e-recruitment-in-the-uk.html Tue, 03 Nov 2009 19:04:31 -0200
E recruitment can go as far as having the entire process of recruitment up until the interview stage being managed online. Systems can validate credentials through variables that have already been specified, for example if the requirement for acceptance is that candidates have a Bachelor's Degree, then anything else will not be accepted and the candidate will not be eligible for the post. Search technology is also implemented whereby all available resumes on the database can be searched for certain criteria, such as qualifications and work experience. Assuming the jobs of people cuts down on running costs by a very large margin, making e recruitment an affordable and viable solution for all.

Not only is e recruitment beneficial to the potential employer. Candidates applying for jobs are also saved time, money, and effort through e recruitment, making it a more attractive option when looking for a job. Gone are the days of faxing or posting C.V.s at high personal cost, emailing or applying online cuts out a large portion of frustration, saves time, and is far cheaper. Furthermore, by standardising the application forms and processes, e recruitment makes it easier to fill in only what is required to the position itself, giving the applicant a greater understanding of what is required and how closely they fit the job specs.

Various sectors of the online recruitment process are being carried out by making use of the e recruitment and fixed price recruitment platform, although sometimes not in its entirety. Some web recruitment agencies prefer to do some of the legwork themselves, thus promoting the appeal of personal interaction which is comforting to employers and candidates who aren't sure of the entire process. Having your entire business run by computers can be a bit daunting, and also removes that certain individual aesthetic that most people appreciate. Regardless of that, it does appear that E-recruitment is taking the world of employment by storm, and it can only advance from here on out.

]]> http://www.publicarartigos.com.br/ingl%C3%AAs/business/career/fixed-price-recruitment-and-web-recruitment.html http://www.publicarartigos.com.br/ingl%C3%AAs/business/career/fixed-price-recruitment-and-web-recruitment.html Tue, 03 Nov 2009 18:28:37 -0200
Potential employers can sign up with a recruitment agency that offers them fixed price recruitment instead of a percentage fee on all recruits garnered through the agency. It is basically like a membership fee that allows employers full access to the information provided by recruitment agencies, but at a fraction of the cost. Employers pay a flat fee that allows them to submit their job specification, advertise it on the relevant job boards, and then receive submissions for the position being advertised. Many recruitment agencies that offer a fixed price recruitment package handle all the administration on behalf of the employer in addition to designing the job spec according to industry standards. They also advertise it on the major job boards across the country or even the world so as to get the maximum exposure for each position advertised. Multiple packages are available for those employers who are set to recruit for many different positions. In these situations it would be a case of the more you recruit the less you pay per candidate, or you would just receive a percentage discount on the total amount due. Thanks to fixed price recruitment employers are aware upfront of what to expect and what their recruitment budgetary demands are. This allows for measurable criteria for the employment agencies to work towards and for the potential employer to track the progress of the recruitment process.

More and more, businesses are continuously trying to find cost effective methods of running and recruitment is no difference. With past online recruitment solution fees being far too high to afford when money is short, fixed price recruitment is offering companies an alternative solution allowing for them to continue utilising the services of recruitment agencies. Fixed Price Recruitment certainly seems to be the way forward, especially in times of economic crisis where every penny counts.

]]> http://www.publicarartigos.com.br/ingl%C3%AAs/business/career/fixed-price-recruitment.html http://www.publicarartigos.com.br/ingl%C3%AAs/business/career/fixed-price-recruitment.html Tue, 03 Nov 2009 18:07:19 -0200
Basically, fixed price recruitment offers employers a flat-fee placement process upfront. This allows for a comprehensive understanding of budgetary demands initially with no surprise fees at the end as was often the case with outdated recruitment fee structures. With companies needing to cut expenses wherever they can, online recruitment is offering them a cost effective alternative to generally expensive placement options with the added benefit of payment only after placement in many cases. This means that companies know what they are paying for before entering any agreements and have measurable objectives in terms of spend. Furthermore, this fixed cost recruitment fee gives employers access to a number of job portals and boards without increasing the amount of money needed according to how often they advertise or how many portals they choose to use. Online recruitment agencies will advertise anywhere that is appropriate for the position for the initial agreed upon price. Whilst there are a number of agencies that charge an upfront fixed price recruitment fee, there are also a large majority of fixed price recruitment agencies that charge a fixed rate or percentage of annual salary of the applicant only on the successful placement of a candidate. In this way companies are guaranteed satisfaction for their money. Furthermore, online e-recruitment eliminates unnecessary spend incurred by the length of the placement process. With agencies often having to repeat the application process a number of times before finding a successful candidate, e-recruitment allows for set costs to the potential employer.

For the most part, employers are leaning towards E-recruitment and fixed price recruitment to help them lower the costs of hiring new staff. Being able to understand where one's money is going upfront and how it is being utilised also goes a long way to peace of mind for potential employers. All in all, fixed price recruitment is certainly the future of the online recruitment industry.

]]> http://www.publicarartigos.com.br/ingl%C3%AAs/business/career/employment-agencies-and-e-recruitment.html http://www.publicarartigos.com.br/ingl%C3%AAs/business/career/employment-agencies-and-e-recruitment.html Tue, 03 Nov 2009 17:49:23 -0200
In most cases, recruiters pay the agencies a percentage for every candidate they manage to acquire for the business. This can be levied on the candidates first year's salary and can be in the region of 10% up to 30%. This fee can seem extortionate, but for employers who are desperate to recruit, they will not even bat an eyelid. Obviously negotiations can always be made to bring the fee down a bit, and some employment agencies actually come to expect this. Other employment agencies request a flat rate for full services rendered on one job posting, this is known as fixed price recruitment. Further options are for employers who recruit on a regular basis to have a membership in place with employment agencies, allowing them constant and consistent access to a portfolio of potential employees. This kind of association is most beneficial to both the potential employer as well as the agencies in that it is easier to place a candidate when there is a significant understanding of what is required, and a relationship between the two parties will allow for this to happen.

Employers are not the only ones who benefit enormously from the services of online recruitment agencies. Candidates and job seekers also find excellent service and enormous assistance through this business relationship. The candidate will outline the job that he or she is looking for, and provide their skills, experience and educational background. Using the information provided, the agencies can find suitable openings for the candidate and will organise interviews where applicable. All negotiations will take place through the Employment agencies themselves until a contract has been signed and payment is guaranteed.
]]> http://www.publicarartigos.com.br/ingl%C3%AAs/business/career/candidate-interview-questions.html http://www.publicarartigos.com.br/ingl%C3%AAs/business/career/candidate-interview-questions.html Tue, 03 Nov 2009 17:26:53 -0200
The general candidate interview questions will include:
• The background on your experience
• What studies you may have completed
• Where your future interests lie

It is best to come across as natural as possible, confident but not pompous, friendly but not casual. If you are well equipped with relevant expertise in your chosen field, then you should be able to talk about your capabilities with ease. Studies don't necessarily mean the difference between getting a job or not, in fact many people land exceptional employment opportunities just by having the appropriate experience and a level head on their shoulders. However, often times, candidate interview questions presented by the interviewer will include your background studies and if these are in anyway significant to the jobs you are applying for, then make mention of it as it can only boost the impression you put forward.

Very often online recruitment companies will ask you personal candidate interview questions such as:
• How do you think you will add value to this company?
• How would you handle a difficult customer?
• What would you do to resolve a dispute between employees?

All of these candidate interview questions hold a lot of value in determining whether or not you will fit in with the company ethos and as a part of their team. It is pointless recruiting a person who is completely apt in terms of experience and qualifications, but who doesn't communicate with other employees and treats customers disrespectfully. This plays an important role in companies that are highly customer centred where a friendly, outgoing nature would be an important asset for the candidate. Conversely, if the company culture as a whole is one of quite professionalism candidate interview questions such as those presented above will ascertain whether a candidate is perhaps too outgoing and sociable to add value to the company.

Evaluate where your positive attributes are and bring them to the forefront, and don't be afraid to shine. You either have what it takes or you don't, but you will never know if you don't try.

]]> http://www.publicarartigos.com.br/ingl%C3%AAs/business/career/e-recruitment-e-recruitment.html http://www.publicarartigos.com.br/ingl%C3%AAs/business/career/e-recruitment-e-recruitment.html Tue, 03 Nov 2009 16:55:21 -0200
With print medium being extremely broad-based and not able to target a specific audience, E-recruitment allows companies to pin-point a more precise group of potentials through criteria searches. This is done through standardised application forms that allow the E Recruitment agent the ability to immediately target those applicants with the necessary skills and/or experience. This means that the calibre of candidates is greatly increased and time is saved sifting through unnecessary applications. Furthermore, with the immediate placement of E-Recruitment advertising without the lengthy wait for newspapers or magazines to go to print, the duration of the entire process is significantly decreased. The amount of time between placement of the advert and candidates receiving the information is greatly reduced, adding to the efficiency and cost reduction of recruitment. E-recruitment also allows possible candidates the opportunity to email or directly apply online for the various positions so the company starts receiving applications almost immediately once their advert goes live. Additionally, E-Recruitment has the added benefit of consolidating all candidate information into a standard format, allowing for easier access to pertinent information. This saves time in that employers can instantly locate the most relevant information pertaining to their criteria. Lastly, E-Recruitment also allows for the future utilisation of captured information on candidates.

In the current climate of recession it is little wonder that companies are trying to find more cost effective means to do business. With personnel still earning the status of the most valuable assets in any business, making the online recruitment process as efficient as possible is paramount to the successful running of a business. With business all over the world turning to the internet for various practices, E Recruitment forms part of a continuously changing global business world. Significantly reducing the amount of time, effort, and money spent on recruitment, E-recruitment is certain to continue increasing in popularity, ultimately resulting in it becoming the favoured form of recruitment in future.
]]> http://www.publicarartigos.com.br/ingl%C3%AAs/business/career/online-recruitment-the-future-of-recruitment-and-the-recruitment-industry.html http://www.publicarartigos.com.br/ingl%C3%AAs/business/career/online-recruitment-the-future-of-recruitment-and-the-recruitment-industry.html Tue, 03 Nov 2009 16:30:44 -0200
Apart from the inexpensive, almost immediate features of advertising online, one of the greatest benefits of web recruitment is the fact that most people viewing adverts are actively seeking a position and will generally be viewing appropriate positions. This means a lot of time saved by being able to reach a more specific group of people much faster. It also means that web recruitment provides a much broader candidate base from which to choose as more people can more effectively apply for more positions. With online recruitment not only offering a cost effective recruitment option to potential employers, but to the applicants themselves by allowing them to apply directly via the internet, the likelihood of a higher number of applications is almost certain. Moreover, by standardising the application procedures and information required, online recruitment makes it much easier for potential employers to find relevant criteria quickly. In this manner, unsuitable candidates are more effectively recognised and sifted out. By being able to cut down the application list to only those suitable candidates needed in a shorter timeframe, not only are businesses able to save money, but time as well. Furthermore, with the international reach afforded by online recruitment, sourcing talent and expertise from other countries is infinitely more possible.

It is not hard to see that, with the many benefits afforded by online recruitment, including time saving, cost cutting, further reach, more significant application numbers, and a easier sorting process, this is most certainly becoming the favoured form of E-recruitment the world over. With companies turning more and more to the internet for all their business needs, it is little wonder that online recruitment has become the leading method for attaining new staff.
]]> http://www.publicarartigos.com.br/ingl%C3%AAs/business/career/london-recruitment-and-recruitment-agencies-in-london.html http://www.publicarartigos.com.br/ingl%C3%AAs/business/career/london-recruitment-and-recruitment-agencies-in-london.html Tue, 03 Nov 2009 15:59:19 -0200
Much like the rest of the world, London recruitment has seen a major shift away from print recruitment towards the faster, cheaper alternative of online recruitment. With near 95% of people looking for jobs in the UK having moved away from faxing or posting applications in favour of email and internet based applications, it is little wonder that London recruitment is looking towards these mediums to fill positions. Facilitating the recruitment process to make it as easy for applicants to apply is most certainly in everyone's best interests. Not only does it mean more applicants have the opportunity to apply at a much lower personal cost, but they are also able to find relevant positions much faster through criteria searches.

However, online recruitment offers a number of benefits for London recruitment as well. Advertising, for instance, is much cheaper online as opposed to the more expensive print alternatives. The fact that these advertisements are almost immediately available to potential candidates also makes this a favourable alternative as publication dates of print adverts means valuable time wasted in the process. Further time is saved through standardisation of the applications themselves as unsuitable candidates are easily sifted out quickly making narrowing down one's search much faster. A further benefit to London recruitment of these online recruitment applications is the sheer number of potential candidates they have access to. With the applicants finding it easier to apply, the amount of responses to any particular post is greatly increased, giving a broader base for companies to choose from.

With an increasing reliance on the internet and the growing need for jobs and recruitment, it is not hard to see why employers in general are looking towards online recruitment to fill positions. Due to the many advantages of this form of e-recruitment, both potential candidates as well as the businesses hiring are benefitting through this cheap and efficient medium.

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