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I am writing a guidebook for young adults for a school project
I have to include three sections they are
1. Becoming an Adult - developmental tasks, becoming independent, food choices, and healthy living
2. Communication & Relationships - communication skills, types of relationships, conflict resolution, abuse
3. Career Planning - Employment Facts and or tips, employability skills, workplace safety, work place image
If you have any idea on any of the three sections on what i should write that would be great
Thanks !

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get your permit then license-you can drive yourself around without asking


get a job- dont have to rely on parents for an allowance/to buy you stuff.

A certification course is available to me. What is the pay for professional certified mediators? Are they self-employed or, if not, who employs them? Is it easier to find employment in large cities, or are jobs available in rural / small town areas? What is the difference between mediation and conflict resolution?
I plan to work in Texas.

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Mediation is a type of conflict resolution (also called alternative dispute resolution).

In California, most mediators started their careers as attorneys. A lot of them were also judges.

I don't think certification matters as much as experience. You may have to volunteer to do a few mediations (for free) to get experience if you want to mediate in the legal field.

If you mean family law mediation, that may be different.

It depends on the type of mediation you want to do.
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Career ObjectiveI am a Foreign Affairs major and aspire to one day become a United States diplomat. As a first generation Arab-American I have experienced first-hand the effects of the seemingly endless violence in the Middle East. As a diplomat I can only hope to contribute to an eventual solution which will bring about peace and a better world for all to prosper in.
EducationMajor: Foreign Affairs, Minor: Communication2009
San Jacinto College (south), Houston, TX
H.S. Diploma2006
Clear Brook High School, Friendswood, TX
AccomplishmentsStudent Government President

•Experience in working with community college Bond Issues/Elections

•The Student Government Organization sponsored charity events, one of which raised $1,400 for the Jori Zemel Children's Bone Cancer Foundation.

•As President I had to rebuild and recruit new dedicated members for student government. In 2008 the Student Government Association won first prize in the Spirit of San Jacinto College Award for outstanding work in the community.
Relevant Experience
President 2007 to 2008
Student Government - San Jacinto College, Houston, TX

•Preside at Student Government Association and Executive Board meetings.

•Represent the Student Government Association in all dealings with the administration, Faculty, and Board of Trustees.

•Oversee and coordinate all activities of the Student Government Association.

•Organize and chair all meetings of the Student Judiciary Committee.

Parliamentarian2006 to 2007
Student Government - San Jacinto College, Houston, TX

•Report to the President.

•Attend and assume the role of Parliamentarian during the meeting.

•Sit in the designated area for visual access to the President.

•Be available to confer with the President as needed.

•Be available to meet with the Board at meetings whenever needed, as assigned by the President.

•Be available to the membership during normal conference hours or after meetings to answer questions about the role and function of the parliamentarian and parliamentarian procedure.

•Be available to work on other tasks as specified by the President. Assist with the coordination of motions and resolutions as requested.

•Assist with the election and voting procedures.

•Other services as determined necessary by the President.

•Provide full philosophical support for the Board in all matters related to the conference and meeting.

Religious Team Member 2003 to 2006
Arabic MSA - Clear Brook High School, Friendswood, TX

• We met at Clear brook High School for our weekly Friday prayers. I usually gave the Khutba, (wisdom lectures) before we prayed.

Cadet Staff Sergeant/Squad Leader2002 to 2004
JROTC - Clear Brook High School, Friendswood, TX

• Lead a group of eight cadets in marching, rifle shooting, and other various tasks assigned to me by my commanding officer.

Skills• Computer Literacy: Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Cross-Cultural Communications speak fluent Arabic/English & studying Hebrew

• Written and Verbal Communication: wrote an opinions article 'Al Jazeer changing Mid-East' for the San Jacinto newspaper, Community Leadership, Decision Making, Leadership, Student Government President, Oral Communication, Goal Setting/Accomplishment, Teamwork, Team Building and Motivation, Public Speaking

• Experience in dealing with bond issues, Critical Problem Analysis/Resolution, Student Government Parliamentarian, Conflict Resolution, Well-Developed Listening Skills, Problem Solving Skills


EmploymentStudent Assistant - Student Success Center. Houston, TX, 2006 to 2006. Checking students in/out, straightening, cleaning, dusting, checking the mail, running tasks and projects.

Courtesy Clerk - A and K Food Market. Houston TX, 2001 to 2003. All aspects of store clerk duties relating to the maintenance and operation of a successful retail business. (Family owned business)

Awards• 2008 Outstanding SGA Officer Award - Student Government. Houston, TX

• 2008 Spirit of San Jacinto College Award - Student Government. Houston, TX

Interests and Hobbies
•Baseball

•Basketball

•Taking an active part in my community

•Debating

•Middle Eastern Politics

•The United Nations

•Spending time with family/friends

•Traveling

•History

•Writing

Speaking Engagement
• Guest speaker- San Jacinto College, Pasadena TX graduation ceremony. (1000 in attendance)
ReferencesAvailable upon request
So have you guys heard of this? Apparently a small town in Oklahoma City had an election in which, John Hamilton or whatever his name is became the youngest mayor in American history. (At the age of 19) so as a future politician/foreign affairs major, this has opened up my eyes a little. Although I'm only 21, I feel as if I could be doing more! But what? How do I gain popularity/strength in my city? Constructive criticism only please! Although I am reminded what my father used to tell me back when I was young, "don't try to be a great man, just be a man, and let history make its own judgments" thank you and God bless. In any case you would like to see my resume, to view what have I accomplished so far, you're more than welcome.

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Do you ever just sit and take in the scenery? You must be exhuasted.

this was a course for Executive Assistants which included topics like - management, marketing, public relations, project management, motivation and morale, human resources, Impact of IT, negotiation and assertiveness, conflict resolution, time management, meeting management, project managent, team work, public speaking, finance and employment laws

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was the professor helpful in answering student questions?

was the material helpful? were you able to understand the material?

if there were handouts were those helpful?

was the grading of the course fair? etc...
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1) It is impossible to engage or to make any promise in conflict resolution when one of the parties refuses to listen.
2) I confronted my supervisor about late payment and we will process money transferring to your account as soon as possible. Sorry for the late payment.
3) It would be great if we could come to an agreement by next Friday.
4) We have a big advantage because we are the only stationary company in town.
5) I have appreciated your cooperation throughout these negotiations and am happy to make an agreement.
6) It seems like they prefer keep their company name rather then creating a new one.
7) We prefer plan A rather than Plan B.
In the past I have had little respect for that client, but today she spoke cordially and listened to my point of view.
9) According to the request you asked for last time, it is kind of unrealistic.
10) Would you please write down your questions and your concern and send them to my e-mail? I will write up a letter of intent to discuss them next week.
11) I hope we can reduce the mistake as many as possible in order to satisfy customer needs.
12) He has such a loud voice; he tends to dominate the conversations.
13) My contract says that I am entitled to full benefits after six months of employment.

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1. It is impossible to engage or make promises in conflict resolution when one of the parties refuses to listen.
2. I confronted my supervisor regarding the late payment. "We will process money transferring to your account as soon as possible. Sorry for the late payment!" (the supervisor is speaking, so you need to put quotation marks)
3. ok
4. Stationary and stationery are confusing. Do you mean the type of paper (stationery) or unmovable (stationary)?
5. I appreciate your cooperation throughout the negotiations, and I'm happy to make an agreement.
6. It seems like they prefer keeping their company name rather than changing it.
7. We prefer Plan A over Plan B.
8. In the past, I have had little respect for that client. However, today, she spoke cordially and listened to my point of view.
9. Your request last time is unrealistic.
10. Please write down your questions and concerns, then send them via e-mail. I will write a letter of intent discussing them next week.
11. I'm hoping to reduce the amount of mistakes as much as possible to satisfy customer needs.
12. He is so noisy (boisterous is a wonderful word); he dominates the conversations.
13. ok
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I recently started school, and am working my way through a Patient Care Assisting Program! Part of our curriculum includes a portfolio, and in that portfolio will be our resume, with the past five years of employment. From 2005-2007 I worked with a photography company that did "on-site" digital photography. I worked the mall (Santa and Easter sets) and did some golf tournaments, basketball, and baseball games ext. My main area of supervision was the mall setting though where I supervised numerous employees. I know to include that in my resume, my problem is that I have to have four points to each job I held including this one to help me get a job in health care. I planned to use Conflict resolution, and organization of sales and inventory for my other two, as Organization, and conflict resolution are key elements in the health care field. The problem is my fourth point, In this job I did a lot of paperwork, making deposits, and opening/closing procedures (setting up equipment, breaking down equipment,ext,) this was the main part of my job, how should I word this into my resume? It has to be short, and sweet, straight to the point.
I understand that I wont be working in photography or the easter set, thats why so far I have Conflict resolution, Organization of inventory, and sales, and My supervision skills, the question is how do I make the rest of what I did, paperwork wise, and whatnot work for my resume??

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I don't know how to answer this question, but if I were you, submit it to a man who used to do this kind of work, and his name is Ken Sanchez. His e-mail address is Ken Sanchez . I promise he can give you the answer you need because he used to work as a job developer and used to help people develop resumes. He's good, and I highly recommend his help!
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The ICRC coordinated release of 42 injured civilians including 2 armed forces personnel was long overdue tasks but very much appreciated. The continuing U-turns created by Personnel trained and directed by you and your organization have had perplexing results of civilians continuously redirected into conflict. The result of which is as follows http://www.defence.lk/new.asp?fname=20090122_02
http://ia.rediff.com/news/2009/jan/21lankan-tamil-civilians-return-to-homes-in-govt-held-areas.htm
rediff - who didn't actually write this story but reworked an existing piece by the Department of Defense. The main difference being quotes from you have chosen to add 2 image links the first promarily of cricket matches and the second of the LTTE forces. I am wondering why these images that have nothing to do with current conflict resolution are linked into an article whose only rewrite has been quotes from your organization that amount to 4 sentences, even the number of civilians that have escaped the vanni (without the assistance of your staff) is incorrect as of counts on the 21st which is the official date-line for this story. My question to Mr. Castella is how does your organization manage to so consistently get the facts and their duties so wrong in Sri Lanka? The answer may be in a reader comment that states the following:
Is ICRC corrupted?
by Ananda Raj on Jan 21, 2009 02:03 PM Permalink | Hide replies

"ICRC is lost its functional ability in Chilanka. ICRC is become employment opportunity at that place, rather than spirit of Red Cross. ICRC should not fool the world as if they do services for affected people.
ICRC must inform the world for their inability and reality in Chilanka.
They must stop their drama"
Mr. Castella, your involvement with an Indian movie company in reference to this matter speaks volumes of your integrity and professionalism regarding your duties as a crisis and conflict management expert vis-a-vis your interest in selling a screenplay or writing a novel. Your people are ill trained and managed, your personal motivation is questionable and your results are negligible. I am sure that there are many who would like to review your resume, your credentials and your CV. Are you also involved with TNT Teams in Training? This I ask partly because the copyright that is attached to this article predates the article itself:
© Copyright 2008 PTI. All rights reserved. Republication or redistribution of PTI content, including by framing or similar means, is expressly prohibited without the prior written consent.

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No, he hasn't. Sorry.

Jeb W. Daht
12003 Lake Cyp Cir
Orlando, FL 32828
(407) 553-3786
jeffwdaees@ymail.com ¬


CVS/Pharmacy
FL - Central Orlando


Re: Retail Store Manager


June 19, 2010

Dear Hiring Manager,

Kindly accept this letter as my application for the position of Retail Store Manager position as listed on cvs.candidatecare.com. My experience as a Shift Leader combined with my education makes me well-suited to carry out the requirements of the Store Manager position

I previously attended Valencia Community College, where I completed an Associate of Science in Business Administration and an Associate of Arts in General Studies, while maintaining a 3.50 grade point average. Furthermore, I completed several relevant courses: Accounting, Business Management, Business Law, and Human Resources.

My experience both in education and within the work environment, have allowed me to develop excellent written and oral communication skills. I have acquired a strong sense of responsibility, effective interpersonal skills, and the ability work as a resourceful team player. Even while working in a high-pressure environment, I effectively was able to resolve conflicts among employees, while serving as a positive role model for my peers. I have hands-on experience with: training employees, conflict resolution, inventory control, and customer service.
These abilities combined with my proficiency in MS-Office Suite, Windows
Operating Systems and Internet Explorer will assist me in being successful in my role at CVS.

Thank you for considering my application and resume. Please contact me at your earliest convenience to schedule an interview. You can reach me at (407) 553-3786.

Sincerely,







Jeb W. Daht
12003 Lake Cyp Cir
Orlando, FL 32828
(407) 553-3786
Jeffwdaees@ymail.com

College graduate with comprehensive knowledge in management and experience working in the business environment. Strong communication skills, interpersonal skills, ability to multi-task, make quick decisions, adapt well to change, and handle complex situations. Always present a positive, professional, and energetic attitude.

Education
Valencia Community College, Orlando, FL
Associate of Science in Business Administration, 2009
G.P.A. 3.50
Valencia Community College, Orlando, FL
Associate of Arts in General Studies, 2009
G.P.A. 3.50

Employment History

Ruby Tuesday, Inc.
Aberdeen, NC 28315
Shift Leader5/2001 - 8/2005
Led 20-person team in fast-paced environment.
Controlled inventory by monitoring food levels and costs.
Managed receipt of morning deliveries and vendor invoices.
Participated in team meetings, employee cross-training and increasing sales.
Completed shift leader programs 1 star - 4 stars.

Big Boy, Inc.
Clarkston, MI 48346
Cook, Food Bar Attendant7/1997 - 8/2000
Inventoried product daily.
Placed truck orders.
Maintained appearance of kitchen and dining area.

Special Skills

•Advanced computer knowledge with proficiency in software and hardware covering various applications such as Microsoft Office Suite, Windows Operating Systems, Adobe Suite, and Mac.
•Exceptional listener and communicator who effectively conveys information verbally and in writing.
•Planning and organizational skills with highest degree of detail.
•Effectively prioritize and juggle multiple concurrent projects.
•Always exhibit enthusiasm into building rapport with customers and colleagues.

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I think your resume is mostly okay, but I wonder what you did after 2005. I would also stress customer service skills, maybe in your Big Boy, Inc. job. As for the cover letter, here are a few things I noticed:

*You are missing a period at the end of your first paragraph.
* I would rather read you last sentence in the first paragraph as "My leadership experience in a (enter buzz word here like customer-oriented) work environment combined with my education makes me well-suited to carry out the requirements of the Store Manager position."
* You need a topic sentence for your second paragraph.Something that summarizes why you think this education is important.
*If you the gap in your resume is because of education, I would specifically state it in the second paragraph. Even just mention when you graduated and with what GPA.
* The colon before your list of class is unnecessary. I would just substitute it for "in" and lower case the name of the classes
*The third paragraph would be the section to mention that you were a Shift Leader.
*The first sentence in the third paragraph is missing a comma. It should read "My experience, both in education and within the work environment, have allowed me to develop excellent written and oral communication skills"
*The second sentence should be your topic sentence for the third paragraph. Example: "Through my work experiences at Big Boy, Inc and Ruby Tuesday, I have acquired a strong sense of responsibility, effective interpersonal skills, and the ability work as a resourceful team player."
*I would get rid of the word "peers". It makes it confusing whether they were your peers or your subordinates.
*Unless the computer skills are specifically listed for this job I would get rid of that sentence. It sounds awkward and is too short to be separate paragraph in your cover letter. Also, you have it on your resume.
* You don't need to the colon before you list your hands-on experience section.
* I would include a sentence about why you want to work at CVS. Example, "I am excited about the opportunity to work for an organization that (pick something from their website, like "is committed to providing excellent customer service to its patrons"). You need to make the cover letter about your alignment with the company's goals.


I hope this is helpful. I know it may be difficult to look at the full list of suggestions, but I am only trying to help. Personally, I think you have a great start, but you need to refine it a little bit more. Good luck.

Please review my resume if I have it right?

Name & Address


CAREER OBJECTIVE:Administrator Position

HIGHLIGHTS OF QUALIFICATIONS

•3 years of experience in accounts payable, accounts receivable
•6 years of experience delivering excellent customer service by solving issues through the application of conflict resolution techniques
•Bachelor of Administrative Studies, Major: Accounting
•Enrolled in level IV of CGA Ontario Program
•Business Administration Diploma
•Specialized tax training through Financial Advocacy and Problem Solving Sessions, and Canada Revenue Agency Income Tax Community Clinic Program
•Proficient in ACCPACC, Simply Accounting, QuickBooks, Microsoft Office and Internet Applications
•Proven ability to prioritize and complete multiple tasks to meet deadlines
•Demonstrated ability to work well with individuals from diverse backgrounds
•Languages: English, Farsi, Czech, Dari, Pashto, Slovak


EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE

Administrator2008-Present
•Provides administrative support to the estimating department through preparation of meeting agendas, letters, reports, minutes and assisting with other administrative duties including arranging travel, preparing expenses, managed department vacation schedule, etc.
•Effectively assists with the preparation and completion of monthly invoicing, progress billings including printing and reviewing spreadsheets and reports while consistently meeting stringent deadlines
•Successfully provides reception duties; greeted clients, answered incoming lines, took messages as required, prepared, sent and received courier packages, opened and distributed incoming mail, processed outgoing mail, distributed incoming faxes, managed and ordered office supplies
•Responsible for the efficient and timely collection of Statutory Declarations and WSIB Clearance Certificates and submission of Statutory Declarations, other documents
•Responsible for accounts payable, accounts receivable, customer service, bank deposits, bank reconciliations, collections of all accounts, weekly payroll, issuing Records of Employment (ROE)
•Prepares and remit all government remittances including GST, PST, WSIB and payroll deductions. Prepare annual T4’s and T4 summaries
•Reviewed and investigated documents and processes during the audit process for the audit team to carry out audit efficiently and effectively.
•Maintains and responsible for petty cash, credit cards and postage stamps


Accounting Clerk 2008 - 2008

•Prepared and maintained accounting files and reports related to customers, vendors and employees
•Reviewed forms, ledgers and records for accuracy
•Assisted with company billings, reconciliations, calculation of commissions
•Processed accounts payable and accounts receivable, business transactions
•Provided daily bookkeeping support and assisted with payroll preparation
•Prepared payroll taxes and recorded cheques in accounting software

Assistant Manager2001 - 2007

•Balanced cash with continued accuracy by counting cash at beginning of shift and balanced out each cashier at the end of the shift
•Utilized the cash register to complete customer transactions, handling customer refunds and exchanges
•Received product shipments and ensured accuracy by matching every item with invoices, issuing damage or shortage claims at the time of delivery
•Ordered stock and inventory to meet customer demands, and ensured the general merchandise shelves were stocked and maintained
•Processed accounts payables, bank deposits, accounts receivables, logged the information into the company’s accounting system and assessed ATM audit
•Aided in human resources functions by creating bi-weekly schedules, payroll processing, and reviewing daily performance to meet established goals
•Took the initiative to keep up to date with product knowledge, and communicated with customers concerning their needs and recommended products that suited their needs

Ok well im going to a Job Fair tommorow and i want to make sure my resume is good.
Im 15 so i dont ghave work experience but umm if you can help me with some suggestions that would really appreciated

MY NAME
MY ADDRESS
CITY PROVINCE AND POSTAL CODE
Phone: 555 555 5555
Cell: 111 111 1111
Email: bLAH@hotmail.com

Objective:
A position with a growth-oriented company, that offers challenging responsibilities, and the potential for advancement.

Skills:
•Excellent attendance record.
•Willingness to take on added responsibility.
•Strong sense of ethics.

Employment History/ Volunteer History
Serve Up The Summer Program! CITY & PROVINCE
July 2007 – August 2007
Team Member
•Gained experience volunteering with a team of youth.
• Practiced communication and conflict resolution and participated in a number of educational workshops.
NAME Baptist Youth Group CITY & PROVINCE
2005 - On going
Organizer
•On going volunteering with church organization.

Education
Education:
2007- Current
SCHOOL NAME .-Grade 10

Reference:
Available on request
Tk- that's it as i said im only 15 and dont have much work experience. No need to be rude some suggestions would help please and thank you :)

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Instead of skills, I would say Offering:
Change emp/vol history to Work History. It doesn't matter whether you were paid.
Put your employment dates flush let, tab over a bit, put the job title, on the next line under the job title, put a descrition of your responsibilities Even for you vol positions, don't say vol, just say what you do.

This is pretty good. Always remember that a resume is a sales tool, designed to peak the employer's interest in you. Put together a list of references, from the people you've worked for, to teachers and people you've babysat for. Anyone who has a glowing report to make about you. Best of luck, email me if you have further questions.
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