South Korea's largest mobile operator, SK Telecom Co has announced plans to run a trial network in its home market of TD-SCDMA, Time Division-Synchronous Code Division Multiple Access, or TD-SCDMA, was developed by the Chinese Academy of Telecommunications Technology in collaboration with Datang Telecom Technology and Germany's Siemens AG, and was included among the family of UMTS standards by the ITU.
April 10 2007, Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao stopped by an SK Telecom test center that is working on a TD-SCDMA network, After greeting SK Group Chairman Chey Tae-won, Premier Wen entered the test center and used a cell phone to make a long-distance video call to Wang Xudong, China's information industry minister, in Beijing. After finishing his phone call, Wen said, "It's surprising how clear the screen is. I feel very happy about working with SK Group."
You certainly could be working a dead-end job if you have held the same position, for years and years. If you had goals when you applied for the job and have yet to see those goals accomplished, it may be a sign of a dead-end job. Your work go unrewarded, beyond the normal pay raises, especially if you have been employed by the same company for years.
Another sign that you may be working a dead-end job is your pay level. Has it been relatively level for a number of years. Today, most employers automatically give all employees pay raises yearly or even quarterly just to keep pace with the cost-of-living. If you have been employed by the same company for an extended period of time with any above cost-of-living raises, you may be working a dead-end job.
Have you asked for a pay raise above the normal raises and have been turned down for no solid reason? If, Yes, you may be in a dead-end job. Look, most employers expect employees to ask for a raise, especially after an extended period of time without a raise; therefore, you may have nothing to lose by asking.
Also consider this - If you do exemplary work in your current position you may be too valuable to the company in your present position to be promoted. So ask for that raise if you believe this is the case.
If any of these apply, speak to your supervisor or supervisors about your concerns. This may involve asking for an increase in pay or asking for a promotion, should any positions be available. Remember, though, be careful what you ask for. Do not ask for an outrageous raise in pay. Before you ask for a promotion, be sure you really want more responsibility.
Whatever you do, do not let this idea of a dead-end job negatively impact your work product. Be sure to continue to present a positive attitude in front of your supervisors, volunteer to work late or cover someone else's shift in an emergency and so forth. You need to be a model employee, someone the company needs to keep happy, someone who is a great asset to the company. Keep in mind that your company is in business to make a profit. That profit provides you, and others, with jobs. The more you help increase profits, the more valuable you are to the company.
It may surprise you to know that many times supervisors mistakenly believe that workers are currently satisfied with their jobs because they have not been told otherwise. You need to be upfront and ask them for more and assure them that you are capable of handling more.
The last option you have, when looking to rid yourself of a dead-end job, is seeking employment elsewhere. If you have a family to support or bills that must be paid, you may only want to use seeking employment elsewhere as a last resort, but it is still a step that you may want to examine.
Your brother may be seeing something you are not but remain objective, not emotional, as you examine your situation.
Free advice is cheap for the one giving it and can be disastrous for the one acting on it!
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It's easy to think that if we go through all the steps when looking for a new job such as searching for ads, sending resumes with cover letters, and landing an interview, then we're home free. Unfortunately, it's rarely that simple. It happens often that all of these are flawless, and the applicant is a very good candidate for the job, but the interview flops. What happens? Probably something as simple as ignoring one important step: understanding the body language of the interviewer and using body language to reinforce your excellent resume.
It's not uncommon for a person to say one thing while sending an entirely different message with his body language. If you pay close enough attention, you can tell when a person is not telling the truth. There are tell-tale signs in his movements, gestures, eye contact, and facial expressions.
Taking the time to understand the dynamics of body language may be the best weapon in your arsenal for getting the job you want. You need to know that some companies hire body language experts to help them make the best possible selections. Most interviewers have some training in body language, so it's in your best interest to have at least a cursory understanding of it.
Facial Expressions
Is the interviewer smiling? He may be signaling that he is friendly-even that he is supportive of your application. On the other hand, be wary if the person is smiling too much-while he is talking, for example. He may be hiding something. Maybe he already knows that another candidate has been selected and he is just going through the motions with you. Smiling from time to time is a good sign, though. It's an indication that the person is being himself and is probably not hiding anything.
The most important clues will be in the eyes. A shifty-eyed person is not to be trusted. Does the interviewer make eye contact with you? That's a good sign that he is receptive to you. Even so, making eye contact and holding it are two different things. If the interviewer holds eye contact too long, he may be trying to put you on the defensive.
Movements
When two people are talking, and one keeps looking away, it's a sure sign of lack of interest in what the other one is saying. Ear- or chin-scratching and playing with an ear also indicate either a lack of interest or disbelief. It would be a good time to begin to take action and try to make yourself seem more believable.
Crossed arms send a not-so-subtle signal. It indicates defense, but it also sets up a symbolic barrier. Has the interview turned combative? It might be a good time to lighten up a bit.
The face is also a good barometer of the mind. A blank face indicates either hostility or that the person is thinking about something else-perhaps what he wants to say next.
Using Body Language to Get the Job
Practice reading body language in the people around you until it becomes natural. But don't go overboard. If you are so preoccupied with this part of the interview, you may not do well on the other parts. Even so, don't fold your arms; control your smiling so that you are using it only in those instances where it increases confidence in you; look into the interviewer's eyes, but do not hold the contact too long. Don't look away from the interviewer.
In the long run, being scrupulously honest makes it easier for you to put forth the best body language because you won't need to hide anything. Have a reality session with yourself before you go into the interview. Go in confident and real and use what you know about body language to read your interviewer.
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Understanding what your boss, your direct reports and your peers expect from you and meeting those expectations is essential to your career success.
That's the word from Bill Neale, a founding partner of Denison Consulting, a firm dedicated to studying the link between organizational culture and leadership to bottom line results.
Here's a quick summary of research conducted by Denison:
1. The boss expects you to set and achieve strategy and objectives that support the long-term mission of the organization. "You can be the greatest team player in the world, or a wonderful 'people person,' but if you ignore the mission of your organization you'll never satisfy the boss," declares Neale, a leadership development expert.
2. Your direct reports expect you to promote teamwork, delegate authority and responsibility, as well as encourage personal development. Therefore, getting your direct reports involved, motivated and committed is crucial. "If you don't truly engage the folks who work for you, you won't win a vote of confidence from them, and you're not likely to fully leverage their energies and talents," according to Neale.
3. Peers expect you to be adaptable and consistent, and committed to the organization's principles and values. Organizational peers are a difficult group to satisfy. "They may have less information about you, or view you as a competitor," Neale says. "Peers, however, do place a high value on flexibility, the ability to surmount organizational boundaries and constraints, and to push alignment in the workplace."
The point is if you're serious about succeeding the first step is to become familiar with the various expectations-both spoken and unspoken-of your boss, those who report to you and your peers.
Ramon Greenwood, Head Career Coach for Common Sense At Work, is a former Senior Vice President of American Express. To subscribe to his f*ee semi-monthly newsletter and blog please go to http://www.commonsenseatwork.com
Depending on the company or industry, it is fairly common to see annual turnover rates that run from 15% to 20%, sometimes even more! This means that each year at least 1 out of 5 working people change jobs and even careers. In some industries and businesses the turnover rate is a lot higher when compared to the others.
These figures tell us that it is very important to realize that you may have to face several career or job changes during your work life. Whether simply moving over to a new company or changing careers completely, you'll probably have to face the challenge of deciding whether or not to take a course change in your working life many times. Here are some more points to consider before making your decision.
What to consider before getting started with a new Career
• Never use money as your motivator when it comes to changing jobs. If it's only money that you're looking out for, then you should probably ask your current boss for a raise. It is easier to do this than to switch over to a new career field itself. However if you aren't comfortable with the prospect of negotiating with your employer and are determined to get yourself a new job in a new field, then you could use the services of a recruiter. A professional recruiter will aid you in areas such as salary negotiation and company policies and the possibility of you getting a better job or a better career will be stronger.
• Don't let others make career decisions for you. Never allow friends or family or even recruiters to tell you what kind of a job or career path to follow. Yes, it is always good to listen to the advice and suggestions of well-wishers, but in the end it is you who is going to make the final decision and so you have to reason it out with yourself. The idea of changing your career is completely yours and the people who are close to you can be involved to verify your decision and to give advice and suggestions.
• Be determined and patient. Don't expect a new career prospect or a new job to suddenly materialize before your eyes overnight. Remember that a career change - and finding a suitable job within that career - can be time consuming and frustrating, to say the least. It is important to be determined in order to find better opportunities. When you are dealing with a career change patience and determination are the two most important factors in order to find what you are looking for.
• Get started with a job search; be creative and use common sense. Thinking 'out of the box' is an age-old cliché, but a sensible one - when planning a career change, try not to do those things that you have already done such as sending out hundreds of resumes, answering paper advertisements, and so on. There are many more effective ways to go about conducting your job search. Talk to friends and family and even colleagues who can help you with your searching. Make sure you are original and creative in your job search.
Before jump-starting your new career, try to introspect and understand certain facts, such as why you are looking for a change, what it is that you want, what you think you will get out of a career change, and so on. Once you are sure of the fact that you are going to leave, then devise a plan of action to obtain a new and better job. After all, if you're only looking for a pay hike, then asking your employer for one is far easier than changing your job. Career change can be daunting, intimidating and absolutely backbreaking! But, all in all, if done right, it will always be worth it.
Tony Jacowski is a quality analyst for The MBA Journal. Aveta Solutions - Six Sigma Online ( http://www.sixsigmaonline.org ) offers online six sigma training and certification classes for lean six sigma, black belts, green belts, and yellow belts.
Don't plan to quit job without notice unless you've taken a few precautionary steps
If you've ever planned to just quit job without notice, you might want to reconsider for two very selfish reasons. The first one is that you will pick up at least one more paycheck. The second reason is that where ever you end up working next may want to check with your previous employer. If they feel slighted by your quick departure, they may be less than flattering when they talk about you.
New employers might see your hasty departure as a red flag and wonder if you
will treat them the same way. It's always best to follow a bit of protocol and give your employer at least two weeks to find a replacement or at least a temporary substitute.
In addition to the courtesy you are giving your employer, you're also giving yourself a little bit of time to wrap up any loose ends. Confirm that any 401k money goes with you. Double check that you are current on all your bills Make sure have some money in the bank to cover your expenses and a have a new job lined up.
If you don't have another job lined up, it is well worth your while to do so while you are sill employed. It is actually easier to do while you are working than when you aren't. If too much time goes by without any offers, you will look less an less desirable in the eyes of an employer.
It should go without saying that if you are married and your spouse works, you need to get on his/her company's insurance plan immediately. And before you make the leap, sock as much money into savings as you can.
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If you're so down in the dumps about work that your commute feels like a trip to the gallows, you're not alone - in one recent study, 41% of workers were found to be dissatisfied in their job.
If a job really isn't right for a person, I would advise them to leave. But before you go back to the drawing board with online jobs searches and CV writing, there are some things to think about which could save you a lot of time and trouble in the long run. For example, there's a lot a simple conversation can do to improve your working environment.
How to Change your Situation
Astute employees are able to talk about being dissatisfied with their job in a more productive way, looking at their current position as a starting point from which they can grow and flourish. If you're considering leaving your current job then, before scouring for new jobs online, try to think about what you do like about it, as well as what you don't. Write a list of these good and bad points, and bring what you want to improve into a meeting with the relevant colleague.
If your reason for wanting to leave is people-orientated, try tackling that person or people's behaviour. If you need more of a work/life balance, raise this issue with your HR manager to talk about flexible working.
If you were overlooked for a promotion, this is a point to raise with your boss in an appropriate manner and set some timescales for your future with the company. Resolving any of these issues could have a huge impact on your job satisfaction.
Be Brave!
When it comes to approaching people for promotions or over other issues, women tend to have less confidence in the work place and studies have shown that they have more difficulties asking for what they want, leading to lower job satisfaction in the long run.
For men, confidence issues can also be a problem, so whoever you are, you really need to face your fears. Ask for what you want and don't be afraid to follow your dream if your current job isn't for you. If you're determined to go, be sure find a job that fulfills your requirements.
In order to find your perfect role, draw up a career strategy, outlining what aspects you are looking to retain and achieve in your next role. Once you know this, try to incorporate your aims into your CV writing so employers will know what you're looking for before you turn up for an interview. Wherever you're looking for jobs, online or in print, keep those aims in mind at all times.
Job Satisfaction: The Facts
If you're feeling unsatisfied at work but can't quite put your finger on why, there are a number of seemingly small things which could be making a big difference to your day. People who know about these may be able to make the necessary changes without re-writing CVs.
A study by University of Warwick Economics professor Andrew Oswald revealed that there are a number of crucial factors influencing job satisfaction among workers in the UK.
Tight deadlines or high-speed work tend to be bad for job satisfaction, and age is also important. Those in their 20s are less likely to be satisfied with their jobs, and job satisfaction was shown to decrease with age before the 20s and increase afterwards.
Meanwhile, working at home is good for job satisfaction, as are small freedoms such as being able to move the desk or change the lighting. Dealing with people is another positive point, as is job security, being in a small workplace, having a high relative income, being self-employed and having a shorter commute.
Gail Kenny is the managing director of Puregenie, an online travel recruitment agency specializing in SEO jobs. The site caters exclusively to talented individuals with skills and experience to succeed in the online environment, and businesses looking to increase their online presence.
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Depending on the company or industry, it is fairly common to see annual turnover rates that run from 15% to 20%, sometimes even more! This means that each year at least 1 out of 5 working people change jobs and even careers. In some industries and businesses the turnover rate is a lot higher when compared to the others.
Don't plan to quit job without notice unless you've taken a few precautionary steps
If you're so down in the dumps about work that your commute feels like a trip to the gallows, you're not alone - in one recent study, 41% of workers were found to be dissatisfied in their job.