7 Tricky Interview Questions Private Equity and Hedge Fund Firms Ask

7 Tricky Interview Questions Private Equity and Hedge Fund Firms Ask7 Tricky Interview Questions Private Equity and Hedge Fund Firms AskBrainteasers are like standardized tests of little relevance to the actual subject but designed to compare all people equally. As for what behauptung tricky interview questions entail, they typically encompass probability and/or statistics. Both hedge funds and private equity firms use brainteasers during the interview process. But hedge funds use them more often because these questions test mental math skills, which are perhaps more important for hedge fund jobs than PE positions.Accuracy, of course, is key to answering brainteasers. But so is your thinking process. You should expect to explain your reasoning a logical verbal breakout followed by a wrong answer is better than just a plain wrong answer. Dont forget Pay attention to your interviewers face for clues as to whether youre going in the right or wrong direction. And, since brainteasers are meant to be tough, its fine to take a minute to collect your thoughts and outline the steps toward calculating your answer.That said, here are some example questions (along with their answers) to give you an idea of what to expect if youre interviewing with a PE firm or hedge fund.1. What is the probability of drawing two sevens in a card deck?You can multiply the individual probabilities to get the cumulative probability. There are four 7s in a deck of 52 cards. Therefore, the probability of drawing the first 7 is 4/52 or 1/13. On the second draw, there are only three 7s in a deck of 51 cards, yielding a probability of 3/51 or 1/17. So 1/13 multiplied by 1/17 equals a cumulative probability of 1/221. (Dont expect to be able to use paper or a calculator for 13 times 17. You can just simplify the math in your head by saying 17 times 10 is 170, plus 3 times 17 which is 51, and yields 221.)2. You play a game of dice where you are paid the equivalent amount of dollars to the number you roll (i.e., if a 4 is rolled then you get $4). You roll one fair six-sided passiv. How much are you willing to pay for this roll?The expected return is every possibility multiplied by the probability of the possibility. The average of all the potential die rolls, which each have equal probabilities, is $3.50, the midpoint between 1 and 6.How much would you pay to play the saatkorn game, but with the option to roll again? If you only roll once you get that score if you choose to roll again, you get the score of the second roll.Intuitively, you know the price should be higher since youre given the option to roll again if youre dissatisfied with your first roll. You should only roll a second time if the first roll is less than 3.5, the expected value. Thus, you have the following six scenarios rolling 4, 5, 6 and stopping, or rolling 1, 2, 3, and rolling again. Again, the expected roll is 3.5, so the latter three outcomes have expected returns of 3.5. Therefore, a game of two rolls exp ected return is (4 + 5 + 6 + 3.5 + 3.5 + 3.5)/6 = $4.25.Again, same games, option for a third roll now. How much will you pay?Follow the same logic as before two rolls have an expected return of 4.25 so you will only roll a third time if you get above that. You have an expected return of (4.25 + 4.25 + 4.25 + 4.25 + 5 + 6)/6 = $4.67. As the number of rolls approaches infinity, the price you pay gets closer to $6.00.3. You have stacks of quarters, dimes, nickels, and pennies. The number of coins in the stacks is irrelevant. You can take coins from a stack in any amount, any order, and distributions-mix them in your hand. What is the greatest dollar value in coins you can have in your hands without being able to make change for a dollar with the coins in your hand?Start adding the highest coin to your hand, the quarter. Four quarters make a dollar, so you can only have three quarters $0.75. Five dimes would bring it to a dollar, so you can only have four dimes $1.15 = 0.75 + .40. You cant add a nickel because three quarters, two dimes, and the additional nickel would create a dollar. But you can add four pennies for a maximum total of $1.19 = 1.15 + .04.4. A closet has three light bulbs inside. Next to the door (outside) are three switches for each light bulb. If you can only enter the closet one time, how do you determine which switch controls which light bulb?Turn on two switches, A and B, and leave them on for a few minutes. Then turn off switch B and enter the room. The bulb that is lit is controlled by switch A. Touch the other two bulbs, which are off. The one that is still warm is controlled by switch B. The third bulb, off and cold, is controlled by switch C.5. What is the square root of 7,000,000 (approximately)?You know that 2 * 2 = 4 and that 3 * 3 = 9, and that 1,000 * 1,000 = 1,000,000 so the answer has to be between 2,000 and 3,000. Edge closer in, 2.5 * 2.5 = 6.25 and 2.7 * 2.7 = 7.29 so the answer is approximately 2,600.6. You are given a length of rope, which can be lit to burn for an hour. However, the rope burns unevenly (meaning half of it burnt does not indicate a half-hour has passed). How would you burn the rope to know that a half-hour has passed?To measure a half-hour, burn both ends at once. One side will burn faster than the other, but the opposite side will burn slower such that when they meet, the equivalent of half the time has passed.If you were given two ropes, how would you measure 45 minutes?For two ropes, take one rope and burn both ends like the previous situation. At the same time, light the second rope on only one end. When the first rope burns out, a half hour has passed. The second rope only has 30 more minutes on it. Immediately burn the opposite end of the second rope. The fire will meet at both ends again, which is fifteen minutes.7. Youve got a 10 x 10 x 10 cube made up of 1 x 1 x 1 smaller cubes. The outside of the larger cube is completely painted. On how many of the smaller cubes is there any paint?First, note that the larger cube is made up of 1000 smaller cubes. Think about how many cubes are NOT painted. 8 x 8 x 8 inner cubes are not painted which equals 512 cubes. Therefore, 1,000 - 512 = 488 cubes that have some paint. Alternatively, you can calculate this by recognizing that two 10 x 10 sides are painted (200) plus two 10 x 8 sides (160) plus two 8 x 8 sides (128) 200 + 160 + 128 = 488.The above was excerpted from the Vault Guide to Private Equity and Hedge Fund Interviews.Follow us onTwitter.Read More50 Best Banking Firms to Work ForHow to Land a Private Equity Job11 Interview Questions Private Equity Firms Ask (and How to Answer Them)

10 tweaks to your morning routine that will transform your day

10 tweaks to your morning routine that will transform your day10 tweaks to your morning routine that will transform your dayI dont know anyone who couldnt use a little boost in their energy and self-control.Researchers at the University of Nottingham recently published findings from their exploration of 83 separate studies on energy and self-control. What they found will change the way you start your day.Follow Ladders on FlipboardFollow Ladders magazines on Flipboard covering Happiness, Productivity, Job Satisfaction, Neuroscience, and moraThe researchers found that self-control and energy are not only intricately linked but also finite, daily resources that tire much like a muscle. Even though we dont always realize it, as the day goes on, we have increased difficulty exerting self-control and focusing on our work. As self-control wears out, we feel tired and find tasks to be mora difficult and our mood sours.This exhaustion of self-control kills your productivity, and it makes the morning hours, when self-control is highest, the most important hours of the day.But the trick isnt just to spend your morning hours working its to do the right things in the morning that will make your energy and self-control brde as long as possible.For the past 33 years, I have looked in the mirror every morning and asked myself If today were the last day of my life, would I want to do what I am about to do today? And whenever the answer has been No for too many days in a row, I know I need to change something. Steve JobsThe Nottingham research has led me to uncover ways we can break badeanstalt habits in the morning and maximize our energy and self-control throughout the day.Whether you naturally wake up feeling alert and productive or rise with the brainpower of a zombie, these tips will help you transform your morning routine and set a positive tone that lasts the entire day.Start with exerciseResearchers at the University of Bristol found that people who exercise during th e workday have more energy and a more positive outlook, which are both critical to getting things done. Getting your body moving for as little as 10 minutes releases GABA, a neurotransmitter that makes your brain feel soothed and keeps you in control of your impulses. Exercising first thing in the morning ensures that youll have the time for it, and it improves your self-control and energy levels all day long.But drink some lemon water firstDrinking lemon water as soon as you wake up spikes your energy levels physically and mentally. Lemon water gives you steady, natural energy that lasts the length of the day by improving nutrient absorption in your stomach. You need to drink it first thing in the morning (on an empty stomach) to ensure full absorption. You should also wait 15-30 minutes after drinking it before eating (perfect time to squeeze in some exercise). Lemons are packed with nutrients theyre chock full of potassium, vitamin C, and antioxidants. If youre under 150 pounds, drink the juice of half a lemon (a full lemon if youre over 150 pounds). Dont drink the juice without water because its hard on your teeth.No screen time until breakfastWhen you dive straight into e-mails, texts, and Facebook, you lose focus and your morning succumbs to the wants and needs of other people. Its much healthier to take those precious first moments of the day to do something relaxing that sets a calm, positive tone for your day. Jumping right into electronics has the opposite effect - its a frantic way to start your day. Exercising, meditating, or even watching the birds out the window are all great ways to start the day.Eat arealbreakfastEating anything at all for breakfast puts you ahead of a lot of people. People who eat breakfast are less likely to be obese, they have more stable blood-sugar levels, and they tend to be less hungry over the course of the day. And these are just the statistics for people who eat any breakfast. When you eat ahealthybreakfast, the door s to a productive day swing wide open. A healthy breakfast gives you energy, improves your short-term memory, and helps you to concentrate more intensely and for longer periods.Set goals for the dayResearch shows that havingconcretegoals iscorrelated with huge increases in confidence and feelings of control. Setting goals specific to the day puts everything into motion. Narrow your goals down to a few achievable ones that can easily be broken down into steps. Vague goals such as I want to schliff writing my article are counter-productive because they fail to include the how of things. The same goal re-phrased in a more functional way would read something like this I am going to finish my article by writing each of the three sections, spending no more than an hour on each section. Now, you have more than simply something you want to achieve - you have a way to achieve it.Getting your morning started off right at home is important, but its only half the battle. If you fail to maintai n that tone once you set foot in the office, your morning can lose momentum quickly. Heres how you can maintain a productive tone once you hit the officeFirst, clean your workspaceEven though its a pain to clean right when you get into work, it makes a big difference to your ability to concentrate. A Princeton University study found that people who worked in a clean workspace out-performed those who worked in a cluttered one because clutter pulls your attention away from your work. In fact, the effects of clutter on concentration are not all that different from the effects of multi-tasking.No e-mail until youve eaten three frogsEating a frog is the greatest antidote to procrastination, and the most productive people know the importance of biting into this delicacy first thing in the morning. In other words, spend your morning on something that requires a high level of concentration that you dont want to do, and youll get it done in short order. Make a habit of eating three frogs bef ore you check your e-mail because e-mail is a major distraction that enables procrastination and wastes precious mental energy.Eat a live frog first thing in the morning, and nothing worse will happen to you the rest of the day. Mark TwainKeep morning meetings on scheduleMeetings are the biggest time waster there is, and they can ruin an otherwise productive morning. People who use their mornings effectively know that a meeting will drag on forever if they let it, so they inform everyone at the onset that theyll stick to the intended schedule. This sets a limit that motivates everyone to be more focused and efficient. Keep your morning meetings on time, and your entire day will stay on track.Dont multitaskMulti-tasking in the morning - when you have lots to do, tons of energy, and it feels like you can do two or three things at once - is tempting, but it sets your whole day back. Research conducted at Stanford University confirmed that multitasking is less productive than doing a single thing at a time. The researchers found that people who are regularly bombarded with several streams of electronic information cannot pay attention, recall information, or switch from one job to another as well as those who complete one task at a time.But what if some people have a special gesundheitsgefhrdender stoff for multitasking? The Stanford researchers compared groups of people based on their tendency to multitask and their belief that it helps their performance. They found that heavy multitaskers (those who multitask a lot and feel that it boosts their performance) were actually worse at multitasking than those who like to do a single thing at a time. The frequent multitaskers performed worse because they had more trouble organizing their thoughts and filtering out irrelevant information, and they were slower at switching from one task to another. OuchMultitasking reduces your efficiency and performance because your brain can only focus adequately on one thing at a t ime. When you try to do two things at once, your brain lacks the capacity to perform both tasks successfully.Finally, say noNo is a powerful word that will protect your precious mornings. When its time to say no, avoid phrases such as I dont think I can or Im not certain. Saying no to a new commitment honors your existing commitments and gives you the opportunity to successfully fulfill them while your mind is fresh. Research conducted at the University of California Berkeley showed that the more difficulty that you have saying no, the more likely you are to experience stress, burnout, and even depression. Learn to use no, and it will lift your mood as well as your productivity.Bringing it all togetherThe right morning routine can make your day, every day. The trick is to be intentional about your mornings, understanding that a.m. hours are precious and should be handled with care.This article first appeared on LinkedIn.You might also enjoyNew neuroscience reveals 4 rituals that wil l make you happyStrangers know your social class in the first seven words you say, study finds10 lessons from Benjamin Franklins daily schedule that will double your productivityThe worst mistakes you can make in an interview, according to 12 CEOs10 habits of mentally strong people10 tweaks to your morning routine that will transform your dayI dont know anyone who couldnt use a little boost in their energy and self-control.Researchers at the University of Nottingham recently published findings from their exploration of 83 separate studies on energy and self-control. What they found will change the way you start your day.The researchers found that self-control and energy are not only intricately linked but also finite, daily resources that tire much like a muscle. Even though we dont always realize it, as the day goes on, we have increased difficulty exerting self-control and focusing on our work. As self-control wears out, we feel tired and find tasks to be more difficult and our mo od sours.This exhaustion of self-control kills your productivity, and it makes the morning hours, when self-control is highest, the most important hours of the day.But the trick isnt just to spend your morning hours working its to do the right things in the morning that will make your energy and self-control last as long as possible.For the past 33 years, I have looked in the mirror every morning and asked myself If today were the last day of my life, would I want to do what I am about to do today? And whenever the answer has been No for too many days in a row, I know I need to change something. Steve JobsThe Nottingham research has led me to uncover ways we can break bad habits in the morning and maximize our energy and self-control throughout the day.Whether you naturally wake up feeling alert and productive or rise with the brainpower of a zombie, these tips will help you transform your morning routine and set a positive tone that lasts the entire day.Start with exerciseResearc hers at the University of Bristol found that people who exercise during the workday have more energy and a more positive outlook, which are both critical to getting things done. Getting your body moving for as little as 10 minutes releases GABA, a neurotransmitter that makes your brain feel soothed and keeps you in control of your impulses. Exercising first thing in the morning ensures that youll have the time for it, and it improves your self-control and energy levels all day long.But drink some lemon water firstDrinking lemon water as soon as you wake up spikes your energy levels physically and mentally. Lemon water gives you steady, natural energy that lasts the length of the day by improving nutrient absorption in your stomach. You need to drink it first thing in the morning (on an empty stomach) to ensure full absorption. You should also wait 15-30 minutes after drinking it before eating (perfect time to squeeze in some exercise). Lemons are packed with nutrients theyre chock f ull of potassium, vitamin C, and antioxidants. If youre under 150 pounds, drink the juice of half a lemon (a full lemon if youre over 150 pounds). Dont drink the juice without water because its hard on your teeth.No screen time until breakfastWhen you dive straight into e-mails, texts, and Facebook, you lose focus and your morning succumbs to the wants and needs of other people. Its much healthier to take those precious first moments of the day to do something relaxing that sets a calm, positive tone for your day. Jumping right into electronics has the opposite effect - its a frantic way to start your day. Exercising, meditating, or even watching the birds out the window are all great ways to start the day.Eat arealbreakfastEating anything at all for breakfast puts you ahead of a lot of people. People who eat breakfast are less likely to be obese, they have more stable blood-sugar levels, and they tend to be less hungry over the course of the day. And these are just the statistics for people who eat any breakfast. When you eat ahealthybreakfast, the doors to a productive day swing wide open. A healthy breakfast gives you energy, improves your short-term memory, and helps you to concentrate more intensely and for longer periods.Set goals for the dayResearch shows that havingconcretegoals iscorrelated with huge increases in confidence and feelings of control. Setting goals specific to the day puts everything into motion. Narrow your goals down to a few achievable ones that can easily be broken down into steps. Vague goals such as I want to finish writing my article are counter-productive because they fail to include the how of things. The same goal re-phrased in a more functional way would read something like this I am going to finish my article by writing each of the three sections, spending no more than an hour on each section. Now, you have more than simply something you want to achieve - you have a way to achieve it.Getting your morning started off right a t home is important, but its only half the battle. If you fail to maintain that tone once you set foot in the office, your morning can lose momentum quickly. Heres how you can maintain a productive tone once you hit the officeFirst, clean your workspaceEven though its a pain to clean right when you get into work, it makes a big difference to your ability to concentrate. A Princeton University study found that people who worked in a clean workspace out-performed those who worked in a cluttered one because clutter pulls your attention away from your work. In fact, the effects of clutter on concentration are not all that different from the effects of multi-tasking.No e-mail until youve eaten three frogsEating a frog is the greatest antidote to procrastination, and the most productive people know the importance of biting into this delicacy first thing in the morning. In other words, spend your morning on something that requires a high level of concentration that you dont want to do, and youll get it done in short order. Make a habit of eating three frogs before you check your e-mail because e-mail is a major distraction that enables procrastination and wastes precious mental energy.Eat a live frog first thing in the morning, and nothing worse will happen to you the rest of the day. Mark TwainKeep morning meetings on scheduleMeetings are the biggest time waster there is, and they can ruin an otherwise productive morning. People who use their mornings effectively know that a meeting will drag on forever if they let it, so they inform everyone at the onset that theyll stick to the intended schedule. This sets a limit that motivates everyone to be more focused and efficient. Keep your morning meetings on time, and your entire day will stay on track.Dont multitaskMulti-tasking in the morning - when you have lots to do, tons of energy, and it feels like you can do two or three things at once - is tempting, but it sets your whole day back. Research conducted at Stanfo rd University confirmed that multitasking is less productive than doing a single thing at a time. The researchers found that people who are regularly bombarded with several streams of electronic information cannot pay attention, recall information, or switch from one job to another as well as those who complete one task at a time.But what if some people have a special gift for multitasking? The Stanford researchers compared groups of people based on their tendency to multitask and their belief that it helps their performance. They found that heavy multitaskers (those who multitask a lot and feel that it boosts their performance) were actually worse at multitasking than those who like to do a single thing at a time. The frequent multitaskers performed worse because they had more trouble organizing their thoughts and filtering out irrelevant information, and they were slower at switching from one task to another. OuchMultitasking reduces your efficiency and performance because your br ain can only focus adequately on one thing at a time. When you try to do two things at once, your brain lacks the capacity to perform both tasks successfully.Finally, say noNo is a powerful word that will protect your precious mornings. When its time to say no, avoid phrases such as I dont think I can or Im not certain. Saying no to a new commitment honors your existing commitments and gives you the opportunity to successfully fulfill them while your mind is fresh. Research conducted at the University of California Berkeley showed that the more difficulty that you have saying no, the more likely you are to experience stress, burnout, and even depression. Learn to use no, and it will lift your mood as well as your productivity.Bringing It All TogetherThe right morning routine can make your day, every day. The trick is to be intentional about your mornings, understanding that a.m. hours are precious and should be handled with care.This article first appeared on LinkedIn.

ASME Press Releases Two New Volunteer-Supported Books

ASME Press Releases Two New Volunteer-Supported Books ASME Press Releases Two New Volunteer-Supported Books ASME Press Releases Two New Volunteer-Supported BooksTwo publications produced with the help of the Societys volunteers - a new third edition of the popular ASME Steam Tables manuals and the first in a series of books covering computers and information in engineering research - are among the latest releases from the ASME Press technical publishing imprint.The recently released ASME International Steam Tables for Industrial Use, Third Edition was prepared by William T. Parry, James C. Bellows, John S. Gallagher, Allan H. Harvey and Richard D. Harwood on behalf of the ASME Research and Technology Committee on Water and Steam in Thermal Systems, Subcommittee on Properties of Steam. First published in 1999, the ASME International Steam Tables for Industrial Use is based on the International Association for the Properties of Water and Steam (IAPWS) Industrial Formulation 1997 for the Thermodynamic Properties of Water and Steam, which the association has adopted as an international standard.The main update for the new 292-page third edition is the incorporation of the new IAPWS formulation adopted in 2011 for the thermal conductivity of water and steam. The new formulation is reflected in new Tables S-9, S-10, U-9, and U-10, as well as the new Figures S-4, S-5, U-4, and U-5 and a revision of beilage B. The thermodynamic property information is unchanged from the second edition. The authors also made minor updates to some of the background text and references. ASME Press will publish a second volunteer-supported publication within the next few weeks. The new book, Advances in Computers and Information in Engineering Research, Volume 1, is the first in a series of books intended to disseminate advances in computers and information in engineering research, particularly by researchers who are members of ASMEs Computers and Information in Engineering (CIE) Divisi on. Each volume of the Advances in Computers and Information in Engineering Research series will focus on new developments in computational methods, algorithms, tools and processes research that have been reported at recent CIE Division annual conferences. The books, which will be published in print and e-book formats, will focus on critical engineering issues related to areas of interest to the CIE Division technical committees, such as advanced modeling and simulation computer-aided product and process development systems engineering, information and knowledge management and virtual environments and systems.The 620-page first volume consists of 21 research papers covering a wide-ranging selection of CIE-related topics, including process planning for computer-aided nanomanufacturing large-scale topology optimization for high-performance computers advances in nearest-nodes finite komponente method hybrid design tools for design and engineering processing interactive virtual prototyp ing for improving consumer product design and manufacturing capability knowledge modeling for intelligent manufacturing systems.According to the editorial board for the series - John Michopoulos, David Rosen, Chris Paredis and Judy Vance - a new volume is expected to be published every three to five years. ASME members can order both titles at a discounted price through ASME.org. ASME International Steam Tables for Industrial Use, Third Edition, which has a retail price of $95, can be purchased by ASME members for $76.00. To order a copy, visit www.asme.org/products/books/international-steam-tables-industrial-use-third. The member price for Advances in Computers and Information in Engineering Research, Volume 1, is $122 - a $37 discount on the $159 retail price. Visit www.asme.org/products/books/advances-computers-information-engineering now to reserve your copy.

Tapping Signals Replacement for Keyboards

Tapping Signals Replacement for Keyboards Tapping Signals Replacement for Keyboards Tapping Signals Replacement for KeyboardsWhat could be more ubiquitous than the standard QWERTY keyboard? It easily moved from early 20th Century typewriters to 21st Century computers and mobile devices, acting as the standard point of data entry. But now its run may be threatened by the TAP wearable device that allows a user to tap letters, numbers and words into a device without a keyboard.The TAP device consists of five connected loops that slip over the knuckles on the fingers and thumbs. Using a Bluetooth connection, the user taps on any surface or uses finger gestures to generate letters and symbols. It can also be programmed for use on gaming devices.Theres so many more advantages than with a QWERTY keyboard, said Dovid Schick, cofounder of TAP Systems, who invented and leuchtdiode the development of the device. The fingers are much more natural and ergonomic.Top Story From ASME.org Global Tale nt Makes American Industry StrongerTAP is a wearable keyboard, mouse and game controller that connects to most Bluetooth enabled devices. Image TAP SystemsSchick, an electrical engineer who pioneered the use of digital technology in dentistry and medicine, said the idea behind TAP started percolating when Google Glass and similar virtual and augmented reality technology were introduced. How is input going to be performed? he remembered asking. Smart watches were just starting, and virtual reality devices were available for entertainment. But it was the same issue There was no place in these devices to build in a new keyboard.TAP comes with apps to teach the user how to use it. TapGenius breaks down the alphabet into a ordnungsprinzip that Schick said is easy to remember and gets a user tapping within an hour. It uses music and visual cues to help memorize the alphabet, numbers and symbols. TapManager provides short tutorials and software updates.TapAcademy provides a 30day program t o practice and perfect the motions needed to tap efficiently. This is not cognitive, it is all about muscle memory, training the muscles to operate the device, said Schick. Thats what TapAcademy does, provides 10-minute per day drills for 30 days.Editors Choice How Engineers Can Resolve Conflict and Save Their BusinessSchick says the design was fairly straightforward and a prototype was produced over just a matter of months. But things became challenging after testing each iteration of the device.The main thing we faced was to make a wearable comfortable, for each size hand, he said. And how do you get accurate data from all of the sensors without interfering with tapping?Schick was dead set against using a glove, partly because of durability and also because he doubted users would want to wear one. He gravitated toward a linear strap, experimenting with different fabrics and foam. Every time we changed something in the mechanical design, we had to re-collect data from the test subj ects and figure out how things changed, he said.In the end, Schick threw out textiles and opted for the current design of TPU rings connected with a braided nylon strap.To develop the tapping nomenclature, the designers tested 31 different tap possibilities within a large group of test subjects. Schick says tapping the alphabet is straightforwardan a is a single tap of the pointer finger but punctuation involved a lot of trial and error.The device is programmable. Users can assign ersatzdarsteller taps or shift commands for customized use, and it can be programmed for a variety of languages. An unintentional, added benefit is the technologys adaptability for the visually impaired. Because tapping, like typing, is tactile, visually impaired users can create text as quickly as others.The open-source device also supports Apples VoiceOver, a gesture-based utility that enables use of iOS without seeing the screen. TapMapper allows users to create personal layouts that can be shared with other users for gaming, makers, coders, and enterprise users. The TAP device retails for $179.More Exclusive Stories from ASME.org The Rise from BattleBot to Corporate Robot 3D-Printed and Artificial Skin Advances for Robots and Humans Global Talent Makes American Industry Stronger For Further Discussion The main thing we faced was to make a wearable comfortable, for each size hand. And how do you get accurate data from all of the sensors without interfering with tapping?Dovid Schick, TAP Systems

Translating Military Experience to a Civilian Resume

Translating Military Experience to a Civilian ResumeTranslating Military Experience to a Civilian ResumeExplaining transferable skills is a critical component in navigating the job-search landscape.For the returning military veteran, finding a new job in the civilian workforce often comes down to how well they can explain their transferable skills.

Whos Discussing Resume Template 2019 and Why You Need to Be Worried

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Pitch Perfect Learn to Give an Awesome Elevator Pitch

Pitch Perfect Learn to Give an Awesome Elevator Pitch Pitch Perfect Learn to Give an Awesome Elevator PitchPosted August 1, 2017, by Jenny SakrHi, Im Jenny I work in digital content at Career FAQs. We offer expert career and education advice, as well as hundreds of courses from leading providers. Im part of a small marketing team so my role is really hands-on and quite varied. In a nutshell, I pitch and produce content for our blog, newsletters, social media channels and SEO. I have a real knack for storytelling and putting together sharp and concise copy, which reaches one 1000000 people a month.... And that my friends was my elevator pitch. Want to know how to write yours?The perfect pitch is between 20 to 30 seconds (or around 90 words) and should include what you do, who do you do it for, and any unique selling points. Think of it like an ad about yourself that youll have ready to roll off the tongue anytime, anywhere.You never know what opportunities are just around the corne r, so its important to have your pitch prepared and practised next time youre at a networking event, heading in for an interview or even when youre at a bar and someone asks, what do you do?Regardless of who youre talking with, you want to leave them wanting to know mora, so its important that your pitch is succinct, free of jargon (make it simple enough for someone whos not in the biz to understand) and packs a punch.Dont overcomplicate your pitch ... The mark of true knowledge in anything is how well you can explain to the average person. Keep your pitch simple and under 30 secondspractice your elevator pitch Robert Herjavec (businessman and author)Piecing Together Your PitchThe best way to organise your thoughts is to lay them all out on paper.Summarise what your current role isWhat are you professional accomplishmentsWhat are your greatest skills and strengthsWhat are you willing and able to do for themTOP TIPS What you dont say can be just as powerful as what you do say you want them to ask questions and continue to conversation. Make sure your language is interesting and persuasive. Avoid terms like Im good at and try something more attention grabbing like savvy or expert in. Write the way you speak. Just because something reads well on paper, it doesnt always flow naturally when you say it out loud. Be brief youve only got a short time to make an impression. Remember its called the elevator pitch because its meant to reflect the time itll take to get from one floor to another. Once its all put together the most important thing is to be authentic and engaging with your delivery. Tell it well and theyll always be asking for more. PRACTICE PRACTICE PRACTICE Practice out loud and get comfortable with it you want it to sound as effortless as possible. Personalise your approach to the listener.COMMON MISTAKES TO AVOIDWeve covered all the dos when putting together your pitch but what about the no nos? Avoid speeding through your pitch and talk ing too fast Dont be stiff relax and keep it conversational Try not to get stage fright youve spent all this time perfecting your pitch so its important to stay cool, calm and confident. Avoid going on and on, the point of the pitch is to keep it short, sweet and to the point. ResourcesMy first resumeCover letter for my first jobCareer Insider StoriesShelley Lask - Body Positive Health & FitnessInterested in becoming a?Human Resources OfficerGeneral ManagerBusiness ManagerAccountantOffice AdministratorPopular Career Searcheseffective oral and written communication skillsattention to detail skillsdefine communication skills11 top tips for effective time managementhow to demonstrate high literacy and numeracy skills CoursesBachelor of Social WorkEnquire zugreifbar Enquire OnlineCertificate III in Health AdministrationEnquire Online Enquire OnlineBachelor of Criminal JusticeEnquire Online Enquire OnlineCertificate III in Allied Health AssistanceEnquire Online Enquire Online Jenn y SakrJenny found her way with words while interning during uni, since, shes produced articles on it all from hair and beauty to homewares, travel, career advice and study tips. On a weekend youre most likely to find her lining up for a table at the latest cafe or restaurant.Related ArticlesBrowse moreChristmasCoworkers8 Kris Kringle gifts that wont get you firedIts one of the biggest office dilemmas you can face what to buy your Kris Kringle? Our resident shopping guru, Andrea, has put together eight failsafe present ideas.EngineeringAustralian engineering innovations 3The dual-flush toilet saves up to 67 per cent water per flush. And it was invented right here in AustraliaHealthNursingCritical health problem in nursing jobsFor well over two decades there have been warnings of a looming crisis in the health-care system due to the ageing population and significant workplace shortages.