5 Ways to Wow Your Boss

It's more important than ever to make sure your boss is happy with your performance. In tenuous times, your supervisor is one of the few people who may be able to shield you from a layoff. She may also be able to help you pursue a promotion down the road.

However, like any relationship, the one between you and your boss can get stale. You may grow complacent over time or you may never start off on the right foot. The good news is that it's never too late to breathe new life into how you work with your supervisor, thanks to these expert tips from Alexandra Levit, author of "New Job, New You: A Guide to Reinventing Yourself in a Bright New Career."

If you heed these five hints, you'll not only contribute to your job security; you'll also win your boss's admiration and appreciation -- as well as a little loyalty.

1. Be humble. In other words, be mindful of the fact that it's not all about you. Says Levit, "Don't approach your boss with a sense of entitlement, as though he is personally responsible for furthering your career. Instead, focus on learning what you can do to make his life easier, contribute to your company's goals, and make him look good to his boss."

2. Be honest. Everyone makes mistakes -- and you're no exception. Be forthcoming about it from the start. "Admit if you do something wrong, and then ask your boss how you can rectify the situation. Don't allow yourself to get caught in a maze of lies or excuses that will result in a loss of credibility," she advises.

3. Be respectful of the boss's time. If you think your plate is full, consider that of your boss. Use your time together wisely and efficiently. Levit suggests, "Appear in her office with a checklist of things you need to cover, and don't dwell too long on any particular subject. Your boss will be more receptive to meeting with you if she knows you'll be in and out of his office quickly."

4. Be self-sufficient. Be mindful of the fact that your supervisor doesn't have the bandwidth to hold your hand through every crisis or help you make every difficult decision that lands on your desk.

"Only approach your boss with a problem or complaint if you've explored all options for resolving it yourself. When you do, be prepared to have a solution at hand that you could implement with her help," says Levit, who is also a contributor to The Wall Street Journal.

"Choose your battles wisely, and decide carefully if bringing an issue to your boss's attention is really necessary or if you would be better off letting it go," she adds.

5. Be a "can-do" employee. Redefine the concept of a "yes man" (or "yes woman") at the office. She advises, "When your boss asks you to do something, accommodate him, if possible. The words 'I don't have time' should never escape your lips. If you know something needs to be done, do it without being prodded, and if your boss asks for help in a group setting, be the first to volunteer."

If you're always amenable, Levit believes, "Your boss will quickly come to see you as a huge asset to the team and as someone he can count on.

Your 7 Seconds of Interview Opportunity

Are you about to embark on a search for a new job? Maybe you feel that you aren't getting the challenge you need in your current position, maybe you want to pursue a path that offers greater training and development opportunities, to spread your professional wings and bolster you CV with deeper and wider experience. You might feel that your current employer isn't rewarding your efforts properly and that you can negotiate a better package elsewhere. Then again, the job you are in right now might simply not be what you want to do. Perhaps it's a job that you have tested the water with but have to conclude that you would be happier in another field, focusing your efforts on a more rewarding area. Whatever the reasons for your new job plans the chances are that you will get the best results by teaming up with a specialist recruitment agency, an agency focused on and experienced in your field.

If you are in the medical sector for example, then you will inevitably get the best new job options by working with specialist nurse employment agencies, doctors recruitment agencies or pharmacy recruitment agencies dedicated to your profession and with a clear understanding of how your skills and experience can best transfer into an interesting and well-rewarded position.

Whoever you choose to work with, be it a general or specialist recruitment agency, the time will come when you will be invited for interview. Great news that your attributes, your qualifications, on paper, have got you in front of a prospective new employer - now to finish the job and get that offer by delivering an impressive interview.

Remember though that when attending interview it's not just what you say that counts. The way you present yourself, your body language is also of crucial importance. Some psychologists believe the way you conduct yourself, the hidden messages and 'tells' you give off in an interview are THE most important aspect of the interview process. The make or break of your application, with the initial 7 seconds of any interview offering you the opportunity to really stake your claim for the job with good positive body language. Conversely, if you're not careful you might also irreparably damage your chances if you get it too wrong.

Here are some of the things to look out for in your first 7 seconds of interview:

1. Attitude. Before you enter the interview make a conscious choice about the way you will interact. Friendly, happy, approachable and curious work best.

2. Eye contact. Do the interviewer the courtesy of looking them in the eye. Make good, strong, friendly eye contact, enough for you to identify the colour of your interviewers eyes. Is there anything more off-putting than someone avoiding eye contact? Practice with friends to make it relaxed and natural.

3. Don't slouch and don't be too erect. Appearing either too relaxed or too uptight will harm your chances of success.

4. Smile. Deliver strong, sincere, smiles. Smiles tell people you are friendly and approachable. Try practicing smiling in a mirror. Research indicates that smiling activates the recipient's reward centres. Maybe you will be rewarded with a job offer.

5. Hand shakes. The quickest and most effective ways to build rapport. According to experts a handshake is equivalent to 3 hours of continuous interaction.

Logan Odell is a freelance author and has the vast knowledge in Employment Agency and Recruitment Agency

Illegal Interview Questions - How to Respond to Illegal Questions By Andrea Davis

Most employers have policies that prohibit interviewers from asking job candidates personal questions, especially illegal questions. But there are times when interviewers ask questions that are against the law, perhaps because they don't know the questions are illegal. One would hope that the vast majority of interviewers know which questions not to ask, but you never know what to expect so it's always a good idea to be ready for any questions that probe your personal life.

The law prohibits employers from discrimination on the basis of age, sex, race, origin and religion. Therefore, an interviewer should not ask you to disclose any personal information that has absolutely no bearing on your qualifications. The only questions that an interviewer should be asking are questions that are related to the job for which you are applying. A reputable interviewer will only ask questions that help him or her determine the following things about you:

1. Are you passionate about the business?

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

3. Are you motivated?

4. Why do you want to work for this company?

5. What are your skills?

6. What experience do you have that will allow you to contribute to this company?

7. Are you diligent?

8. Do you demonstrate professionalism?

9. Are you creative?

10. Are you a leader?

11. Are you qualified for this job?

12. Is your personality compatible v those of the other employees?

13. What's your management style?

14. Are you a problem solver?

15. What are your accomplishments?

16. What are your personal interests and hobbies?

Here are the things an interviewer must never ask you about:

1. Race

2. Color

3. Sex

4. Religion

5. National origin

6. Birthplace

7. Age

8. Disability

9. Marital/family status

So what do you do if an interviewer asks you any personal questions? First of all, don't get defensive. Give the interviewer the benefit of the doubt. He or she may not have bad intentions. For example, the interviewer may ask you if you plan to have children. The interviewer may simply want to know what your career intentions are and may not realize it's illegal to ask a question like this. The proper approach is to ask the interviewer what his or her concerns are. You may want to say something like "Can you explain the relevance of the question to the position?". Once the interviewer responds, you can address his or her concerns by saying something like "I am extremely motivated and my career is very important to me".

Remember that you are not obligated to answer illegal interview questions. It's up to you, however, if you want to answer the question. The important thing is to avoid confrontation. There's no point in saying anything that may cause you to blow the opportunity. You can always turn down the job later if you feel this isn't the right place for you to work.

Andrea writes for FoundCareer, the totally free job site that's unlike other job web sites. No fees to post jobs and no subscription fees to search jobs.

Nigerian Bottling Company - Trainee Technicians

Job Reference: TTC/11/09

Job Title: TRAINEE TECHNICIANS

Description:

Department: Supply Chain

Application Method: Send Hand written Application to HR Manager NBC Plc
OR VISIT http://jobs.nigerianbottlingcompanyplc.com/joblisting.php

Who Should Apply: Not more than 25 years old. Must possess a federal craft certificate, WAEC technical certificate or national technical certificate from NABTEB with credit passes in the core subjects; English, Mathematics, Physics, Electrical Electronic, Mechanical Craft, Welding and Fabrication. ND in Electrical Electronics or Mechanical Engineering. Basic experience in the industry will be an added advantage.

Job Openings

31 Technical Trainers Any of our Location Nation Wide TECH11/07 11/12/2007
54 Trainee Technicians All NBC Plant TTC/11/09 24/11/09

Job Reference TTC/11/09
Job Title Trainee Technicians
Description
Department Supply Chain
Application Method Send Hand written Application to HR Manager NBC Pl
Who Should Apply Not more than 25 years old. Must possess a federal craft certificate, WAEC technical certificate or national technical certificate from NABTEB with credit passes in the core subjects; English, Mathematics, Physics, Electrical Electronic, Mechanical Craft, Welding and Fabrication. ND in Electrical Electronics or Mechanical Engineering. Basic experience in the industry will be an added advantage.
Location All NBC Plant
Job Category
Closing Date 24/11/09

Apply Now!
http://jobs.nigerianbottlingcompanyplc.com/jobdetails.php?jobTitle=Trainee%20Technicians

Mantrac Recruits Service Engineers & Others

PLS VISIT www.mantracnigeria.com

To apply, download the Employee Application Form and submit it to hr@mantracnigeria.com
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SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - CSA-110905 SERVICE
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HSE OFFICER- JOB REF: KIV HUMAN RESOURCES
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PC & NETWORK ADMINISTRATOR - KIV INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
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EXPERIENCED SERVICE ENGINEERS - CTASE-110915 Service
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TESTING TECHNICIANS /PDI ENGINEER /QUALITY CONTROLLER – KIV POWER SYSTEMS
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PACKAGING TECHNICIANS – KIV POWER SYSTEMS
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UBA MANAGEMENT TRAINEE PROGRAMME 2010

UBA MANAGEMENT TRAINEE PROGRAMME 2010
« on: November 06, 2009, 09:31:13 AM »


Africa’s global bank, United Bank for Africa Plc is seeking suitably qualified candidates as management trainees for 2010.

CRITERIA
Age: 27 years maximum
Required Information
Candidate's Name
Qualification
Additional Qualifications
Contact Number
Email Address
Date of Birth
Grade in O'Level Results
Present LocationQualifications
O’Levels: Minimum of 5 credits in not more than 2 sittings including English Language and Mathematics.
University Degree: Minimum of 2.2 from accredited universities OR HND (Minimum credit) + Masters degree from accredited institutions.

HOW TO APPLY
To indicate your interest in the programme, please fill in the required information (see right) in a Microsoft Excel Sheet. Send the properly filled Excel file as an attachment to talentresourcing@ubagroup.com.
Please note that the required information must be divided into columns within the Excel sheet when completing it. to download a sample of the Excel sheet.

P.S: Do not send soft or hard copies of CVs.
Closing Date : Friday, 13th November 2009
This Offer is open to candidates who are resident in Nigeria ONLY.
ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED.

http://www.ubagroup.com/careers/genericpage/387

BAKER HUGHES OIL SERVICES RECRUITING ENGINEERING GRADUATES

BAKER HUGHES OIL SERVICES RECRUITING ENGINEERING GRADUATES
« on: November 06, 2009, 10:45:38 AM »

HELLO,

BAKER HUGHES IS RECRUITING ENGINEERING GRADUATES FOR TECHNICAL MAINTAINANCE 1 POSITION

TRY AND NAVIGATE THEIR SITE.

GO TO www.bakerhughes.com

Click on careers

or

http://www.bakerhughes.com/careers/

Go to EXTERNAL CANDIDATES and click 'LEARN MORE'
Click on JOB SEARCH
Try and register under new members

After registering go back to JOB SEARCH and select NIGERIA under country only

ALL THE BEST

BJ SERVICES RECRUITING PROJECT ENGINEER IN AFRICA

BJ SERVICES RECRUITING PROJECT ENGINEER IN AFRICA
« on: November 06, 2009, 10:54:19 AM »


KINDLY GO TO:

www.bjservices.com

click on careers
click on available positions
Go to job search and job type,and select TECHNICAL/ENGINEERING

direct link: http://www.bjservices.com/website/hrwebjobs.nsf/AvailableJobsFrameset?openframeset

Management Trainees and Experience Hire, Apply now.

Our client is a leading manufacturing company in the West Africa region. With a workforce in excess of 1000 and strong presence in two major cities in Nigeria. Our client pride themselves in the use of very high technology in their industry. Over the years, they have continued to pioneer innovative services to a highly select clientele with very tight requirements. As a result of growth and advances in the technologies they use in the industry, they are looking for forward looking engineers, technicians, and experienced qualified accountants that will join in driving the transformation agenda, which will successfully transition this fast growing company into a global power house in their industry.
As management trainees, successful candidates will be expected to go through a well designed program geared to helping them become the leaders of tomorrow for out client and the society at large. Successful candidates for all positions can be deployed to work at any branch of our client. The typical features our client will like interested candidates to have include:


PTRENGR01 Trainee Engineer
Qualification: BSc/Bngr/M.Sc Second Class Lower (minimum) in Electrical , Electronic ,Mechanical, Production ,Physics ,InfPTRENGR01 Trainee Engineer
Qualification: 1-3 years working experience in related industry or allied, fresh graduates who have just completed their NYSC Service.
Skills and attitude: electrical/electronic , instrumentation troubleshooting skills Ms Office proficiency among other automated tools, self starters, good communication skills, strong numerical and technical ability, confident, resilient, analytical creative and innovative, willingness to lean, respect for others and disciplined.
Career Level: Entry level
Age: not more than 27 years as at the time applying


PTRTECH02 Trainee Technicians
Qualification: OND or equivalent qualification recognized by the Ministry of Education in Electrical/Electronics, Radio/Telecommunications, Mechanical, Instrumentation, Industrial or any related engineering discipline.
Years of Experience: 3 – 5 years working experience in related or allied industry
Skills and Attitude: system trouble-shooting skills, basic engineering maintenance skills, machine maintenance, good communication, analytical, organises and documentation specialist.
Age: not more than 32 years.


PFA003 Manager (Financial Accounts)
Responsibility:
• Oversee sales invoicing and reconcile account receivables
• Supervise preparation of staff salaries
• Must be able to compute and file tax returns with relevant tax authorities
• Must be a team player and possess ability to effectively supervise his subordinates
• Must have good knowledge of Microsoft tools such as excel, word etc.
• Knowledge of "SAGE ERP" APPLICATION WOULD BE AN added avantage
Qualification & Experience: BSC (Acconting), ACA with at least 10 years relevant experience in a Manufacturing Company


PFINV004 Manager (Inventory Control)
Responsibility:
• Oversee receipt and issuance of production materials and other supplied items
• Must be able to determine Re-orderlevel and Economic Order Quantity (EOQ) for ;production items
• Ability to effectively suppervice various store locations
• Must be able to keep and maintain reliable store records
• Must be a team player and possess ability to effectively suppervise his subordinates
• Must have good knowledge of Microsoft tool, such as excel, word etc
• Knowledge of "SAGE ERP" application would be an added advantage
Qualification & Experience: BSc. (Accounting), ACA with at least 10 years relevant experience in a manufacturing company


PFO005 Assistant Manager (Foreign Operations)
Responsibility:
• Process forms 'M' and establish letters of credit
• Be conversant with banking operations
• Make correspondence with overseas suppliers
• Ability to reconcile foreign creditors ledger
• Must have good knoledge of Microsoft tool, such as excel, word etc
• Knowledge of "SAGE ERP" application would be an added advantage.
Qualification & Experience: BSC (Accounting), ACA with at least 7 years relevant experience in a Manufacturing Company or foreign operation in baking industry


PBP006 Assistant Manager (Banking & Payables)
Responsibility:
• Process suppliers' bills for payment and maintain creditors ledger
• Must be conversant with banking operations
• Reconcile the transactions in the compnay’s cash book with that of the company relevant bank accounts
• Must be a team player and possess ability to effectively suppervise his subordinates
• Must have good knowledge of Microsoft tool, such as excel, word etc
• Knowledge of "SAGE ERP" application would be an added advantage
Qualification & Experience: BSc. (Accounting), ACA with at least 7 years relevant experience in a manufacturing company or banking industry.


PFIA007 Assistant Manager (Financial Analysis)
Responsibility:
• Computer accounting ratios, interprete same and review financial statements
• Ability to use relevant charts to review trends of financial and financial issues.
• Must be conversant with budget preparation and budgetary control and review.
• Must be a team player and possess ability to effectively suppervise his subordinates
• Must have good knowledge of Microsoft tool, such as excel, word etc
• Knowledge of "SAGE ERP" application would be an added advantage
Qualification & Experience: BSc. (Accounting), ACA with at least 7 years relevant experience either in a manufacturing company, Audit Practice or Risk Management department of a bank


PTM008 Assistant Manager (Tax Matters)
Responsibility:
• Computer the company's assessable income, capital allowances and determine the company’s current income tax liability and deferred tax liability.
• Determine company’s input and output VAT and file returns with relevant tax FIRS
• Prepare schedule of witholding taxes (WHT), PAYE and remit same to the relevant tax authorities
• Liase with the company’s External Auditors in matters relating to taxes
• Must be a team player and possess ability to effectively suppervise his subordinates
• Must have good knowledge of Microsoft tool, such as excel, word etc
• Knowledge of "SAGE ERP" application would be an added advantage
Qualification & Experience: BSc. (Accounting), ACA with at least 7 years relevant experience either in a manufacturing company, Tax Practice or Revenue Services.

APPLY THROUGH THE LINK BELOW OR SEND YOUR APPLICATION TO P.O.BOX 4883, IKEJA, LAGOS WITHIN TWO WEEKS.


http://www.psyntech.net/jobs.htm

Needed urgently for immediate employment In Lagos

Needed urgently for immediate employment In Lagos

Administrative Assistant

• Must live on the Island or the furthest place the person should live is in Yaba
• Must have a minimum of 6 months working experience in a administrative environment
• Good knowledge of office administration will be advantage
• Professional, friendly, well organized and discreet
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work in team
• Proficient use of Word, Excel, Power Point and frequent internet user
• Preferably female
• Very proficient in the use of social networking sites especially Twitter, My Space and Facebook.Send with application stating how good you are in social networking on the above sites and topic of mail should be ADMIN FOR TWITTER

Being able to work with minimum supervision will be an added advantage

Apply to Goodlife promotions,
1e Sinari Darinijo Street, Victoria Island, Lagos (by appointment only)
Send your C.V via email to jobs@goodlife.com.ng
For more inquiry call us on
+234 01 7391670, 7391672
Yours sincerely
Human resources
GoodLife Promotions

MD needed

Our client is a dynamic Microfinance Bank located in Ikorodu, Lagos, Nigeria. It is respected and reputable for its excellent service portfolio. As part of its drive for an effective quality service delivery, it requires the services of an experienced and dynamic leader, who has the skills and competencies needed to generate growth in a challenging environment to fill the position of a Managing Director.

Managing Director
The successful candidate, who shall be experienced in the capacity banking and finance or accounting profession, with demonstrable management competencies, shall lead, direct and be at the forefront of setting the pace in the bank. S/he shall oversee the entire coordination of the bank’s daily activities, generate strategies for competitiveness in the microfinance sector and be able to develop standards for sustenance of the corporate image of the company. In addition, s/he must also possess the following:

Job Requirements
• A Masters Degree
• Strong leadership and managerial skills
• Excellent business acumen and drive
• Broad knowledge of issues
• Must be versatile and goal oriented.
• Good Decision Making Skills
• Good time management and organizational skills
• Ability to take delegate and monitor
• Excellent communication skills and ability to communicate at all levels
• Ability to demonstrate strong project management skills
• Previous leadership experience
• Minimum of 5 - 7 years cognate experience
• Not more than 40 years old
• Excellent customer service skills
• customer service skills
• Good drive energy

Residents of Ikorodu axis have a distinct advantage

Method of Application
All applications must be sent via e-mail as a single word attachment to resourcing@integratedcorporateservices.com, not later than November 4th 2009. Please boldly indicate your salary expectation on your résumé. Candidates are advised to strictly adhere to the instructions stated above.

Marketing Executives are urgently needed in a growing company in Lagos.

Marketing Executives are urgently needed in a growing company in Lagos.

Qualifications - OND.
Years of Experience - Not Necessary.
Must be able to speak fluently, Good English communication is key and important.


Send your application and CV to:
drlrecruit@gmail.com
mfbrecruit@gmail.com