Is it Okay to Say No at Work?

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Is it Okay to Say No at Work?

Many people hesitate to say no at work and feel that management wants a yes person. But, often, saying no will earn you respect and benefit your organization. However, saying yes can indeed cement your reputation and provide more responsibilities. Being able to say no, in the right way can help protect you from burnout and feeling overloaded. 

Here are three situations when it is okay to say no:Is it OK to say no at work, Heartland Resumes, Omaha, NE

  • The task falls outside your actual responsibilities. You should be mindful of your job expectations and be willing to turn down a task that does not fit your goals. It may distract you from performing your job. 
  • You are not qualified or the best person to complete the task. Typically this comes up when a coworker asks for your help. In some instances, another person in the office would be better suited for the task.
  • You routinely respond to emails and messages when off the clock or at home. Unfortunately, many employers expect this kind of 24/7 availability, but it is terrible for your mental health, social life, and family.

As humans, we are inclined to say yes. We want to say yes. Especially if a power dynamic is involved, we are even more prone to agree first and think about it later. Learning to evaluate whether you should say yes, and how to say no graciously is a vital skill in work and life in general. When necessary, don’t be afraid to say the word no at work. For information on career coaching, contact us at Heartland Resumes. We’d love to help you with interview coaching! 

 

This article was originally published in August 2020 and has been recently updated.

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Is Volunteer Work Important On A Resume?

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You may be wondering if it’s acceptable to put volunteer work on your resume when you’re applying for jobs. It absolutely is! Including your Volunteer experience can be a great way to show your passion, skills, and community involvement. It can also help provide additional support for a resume that lacks valuable work experience. Woman doing volunteer work and adding it to her resume.

Volunteering is not only great for your community but also for your career. The skills you can acquire, the people you can meet, and the experience you can build up through a volunteering position can be invaluable in enhancing your resume and making your qualifications stand out to potential new employers.

Put your Volunteer Work on LinkedIn

Volunteering is so vital that LinkedIn, the number one career networking site, recently added a “Volunteer Experience & Causes” field on users’ profiles. In a survey conducted by LinkedIn, they found that almost half of hiring professionals evaluating potential candidates for jobs consider volunteer work as valuable as paid work experience. Employers enjoy seeing volunteer work that highlights skills you can use on the job. Volunteering can even serve as a stepping stone to a new field if you are also looking to change career paths.

Not sure where on your resume to add your volunteer experience or how or what to include? Our certified professional resume writers are here to help. Click to learn more.

This article was originally published in July 2020 and has been recently updated. 

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