INNOVATIVE LEARNER

It is important to find a room with optimal lighting, preferably near a window or a blank wall where YOU are the only point of focus, recommended by experts. In 2020, the hiring process underwent major changes across the world. With most organisations encouraging their employees to work from home, recruiters also preferred hiring candidates online. Virtual interviews enabled employers to open up their talent pool, while cutting down on travel expenses and other costs. For prospective employees who are using technology for the first time, trying to make a pitch via video conferencing software such as Skype, Zoom or Google hangouts, can feel a bit daunting. Here are few tips to reduce the stress, help you perform better and improve your chances: 1. Tech Test It is very important that you have a complete check on your technology before you settle down for a virtual interview. Check your Internet connection, microphone and sound clarity. Ensure to be seated in a place with a good light sou...

Avoid preparing new topics on the final days before the exam. Instead, focus on practising what you have learnt till date, suggests banking test educator. Every year, the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection conducts the IBPS SO Exam to recruit specialist officers (SOs) for various positions in public sector banks in India. It is considered to be one of the most prestigious banking examinations in the country. Those who clear the IBPS SO 2020-2021 exam can apply for the approximately 647 professional officer vacancies that are available. These positions require talented and specialised officers, who excel in their respective fields. Applicants selected by the IBPS SO 2020 examination can be posted anywhere in India. The IBPS SO examination has a three-phase selection process (prelims, main and interview). In the final interview process, applicants will be considered for posts like agriculture field officer, marketing officer (scale I), HR/personnel officer (scale I), IT officer (sc...

Expert   identifies four most sought after job profiles. 2021 shall witness the rise of some amazing and lucrative career opportunities, especially in the fast moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector. In fact, the FMCG market in India is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 23.15% reaching $103 billion by 2021. With such enormous market growth, high paying job opportunities are bound to come. These are some of the highest paying and futuristic careers in FMCG sectors that you should definitely consider pursuing. #1. Buying Experience Designer Imagine creating a buyer's journey in a retail outlet, coming up with persuasive messages and placing products in the right manner. Yes, that's exactly what a Buying Experience Designer does! Kirana stores -- the backbone of Indian FMCG -- are in a need to transform themselves into departmental stores for better display of products. The designer creates brand interaction and product presentation which are vital factors that inf...

Employers need professionals who can view a problem from all angles, analyse the issue, and evaluate the information they have, before making any decision, says expert. The 21st century's global workplace is in a constant state of flux. Even with the effects of the pandemic, key players in every industry are in the midst of a rapidly evolving economy. This, in turn, means that companies need to hire individuals who will not just work for their company but also bring in fresh ideas and practices. Hence, the skills needed to be successful in today's workforce differ substantially from those of the past. Employers are now increasingly looking for candidates with a wide range of nuanced skills that will be crucial to have an edge in a competitive market. There are a few skills in particular that many employers are paying close attention to while hiring new candidates. 1. Creativity In the working world, creativity translates to having a knack for coming up with fresh imaginative wa...

Upskilling would not only improve chances of employability but would also increase the scope of jobs based on skills they have acquired over a period of time, says experts. The aftermath of COVID-19 has impacted every industry paving the path to a new way of living. The new normal which is highly tech-driven has also become a catalyst for change around the globe. With the government now pushing for Digital India and a high focus on Industry 4.0, education is poised to transform the industry. According to a recent McKinsey Global Institute report, it was indicated that approximately half of current work activities could technically be automated by customising and implementing technologies that are already demonstrable. To match up with the fast moving technology, it is only ideal for the people to educate, adapt, re-evaluate, innovate and protect. Therefore, it is of paramount importance for professionals to prioritise learning and skilling that can help them 'sail through or scale ...