How to set life goals when you dont even know where to start

How to platzdeckchen life goals when you dont even know where to abflugHow to set life goals when you dont even know where to startWhen beginning a large project or complex task, the problems youll run into arent always apparent.This can be an issue, because lack of clarity often leads to an unproductive response. We often rush into implementing new solutions before thinking about whether were even solving the right problem.On the other hand, its possible to get so wrapped up in trying to understand the problem that you never begin working on solutions.The trick is You want to get a sense of the actual problem, but you also need to take measurable and readily quantifiable steps to keep yourself from getting bogged down.Over the past few years, I experienced this first hand while trying to bring a TEDx event to the auditorium in the AstraZeneca building- where our company, Morphic Therapeutic, is headquartered. Our application was rejected three times over the course of two and a half years.We anfangsbuchstabely had no idea where to start.But by continuing to take steps in the right direction and building on what wed done before, we were eventually able to book the event.Heres howTurn ambiguity into concrete stepsMany people jump into a solution before taking the time to understand the problem. This is a common pitfall amongst even the most seasoned leaders. But you have to come to terms with what needs to be done before you can take steps to address it.First, we had to decide if we really wanted to hold a TEDx event. Speaker sessions are nothing new to this group- weve held hundreds of them over the years. This led us to question whether we really needed to hold an event with the TEDx brand, or if we could instead set up a speaking engagement on our own and call it something else.We had to decide if we wanted to hold a more informative, academic event, or if we wanted the speakers to be more entertaining, more typical of a TEDx talk. We asked ourselves What do we want people to feel when they leave the auditorium?Ultimately we found that what TED created is special and meaningful, and its not something you can easily create on your own.Once we clearly established this as our goal, we were able to start taking steps to accomplish it.You might not understand the problem fully until you have some solutionsThe problem doesnt always crystalize when you start working on it. Sometimes its only apparent once the work has already begun. This is where an iterative approach becomes so important, because youll need more context to identify what the problem is and how you can address it.The only way to get that context is by taking a step, assessing the outcome, and then moving forward with the new information in mind. Its about making educated assumptions based on what you know, and then testing those assumptions to see how they hold up.Our initial step for booking the TEDx talk was to do some research. We spoke with people in the Boston area who had organized these events before in order to better understand what was involved. After talking with them, we believed the process would be pretty straightforward. We figured we simply had to apply, and our application would be accepted.Operating on this assumption, we spent very little effort on our initial application- maybe 10 minutes of work.We were rejected almost immediately.Youll learn from each step you take, even the misstepsOur initial assumption was faulty. While it wasnt pleasant being rejected, testing our assumption taught us some things we used in our second application.That one was also rejected. And the one after that.But each time, we increased the effort we put into the application. First, we broadened the appeal of the speakers and topics to make them more compelling. A large group of scientists will naturally gravitate towards scientific topics, but thats not what TEDx is all about. It has to be broader, about ideas instead of industry-focused topics.We began weav ing a storyline into the whole event. We assembled an advisory board of people who had been to the main TED talk and had experience organizing TEDx events. And we even turned our thought process on its head. Why would TEDx want to extend their brand to us? What were we bringing to the table?On our fourth application, we were finally accepted.Sure, it would have been great to have been accepted on our first try, but this wasnt a process we had experience with. So we set a big, amorphous goal and chipped away at it step-by-step. Several solutions didnt work, but each one led us closer to the real problem we needed to solve.In 1991, my commencement speaker at MIT had a message that stuck with me Keep moving.He was telling this to the line of shuffling graduates, but his true message was much more profound. He was saying that action itself is what motivates. You learn from action, and so you have to keep moving.Getting good at this process pays off.You can use it for anything you want. Whether youre planning a destination wedding or building a startup, its all about turning ambiguous goals into concrete steps. Testing assumptions and adjusting your plans based on the outcome.Its a template for getting things done and delivering tangible results when you have no idea where to start. You just have to start at the beginning and keep moving.This post was originally published on Quora.com.

ASME MasterClass Training Event to be Offered in Barcelona This October

ASME MasterClass Training Event to be Offered in Barcelona This October ASME MasterClass Training Event to be Offered in Barcelona This October ASME MasterClass Training Event to be Offered in Barcelona This OctoberAug. 5, 2016 ASME Training Development will offer its MasterClass Training Week on Pressure Vessels, Piping and Pipelines for the first time in Barcelona, Spain, this October. The training event courses, taught by prominent experts and ASME codes and standards leaders, will be held from Oct. 17 to 21 at the Meli Barcelona Sarri.ASME MasterClass courses are practical training sessions for experienced professionals that emphasize learning through the discussion of real-world case studies and practical applications. MasterClass instructors lead in-depth sessions that address current issues and best practices to inspire interactive discussions and group knowledge-sharing.The Pressure Vessels, Piping and Pipelines MasterClass Training Week in Barcelona will consist of 19 courses, including six that will be held on Oct. 17 and 18 Advanced Application of ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code Section VIII, Division 1 Construction Requirements, Bases and Application of Design Requirements for High Pressure Vessels in ASME Code Section VIII, Division 3, Bases and Application of Piping Flexibility Analysis to ASME B31 Codes, Integrity Management of Natural Gas Pipelines Using the ASME B31.8S Standard, Pipeline Stress Corrosion Cracking Management, and Techniques and Methods Used in API 579-1/ASME FFS-1 for Advanced Fitness-For-Service (FFS) Assessments.Other MasterClasses to be offered during the Training Week event include B31.4 B31.8, Liquids and Gas Pipelines from Oct. 17-19 Run-or-Repair Operability Decisions for Pressure Equipment and Piping Systems from Oct. 18-19 Impact Testing and Toughness Requirements for Pressure Vessels - ASME Section VIII, Divisions 1 2 on Oct. 19 Bolted Joint Assembly Principles Per PCC-1-2013, Design by Analysis Requirements in ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code Section VIII, Division 2 - Alternative Rules, Inline Inspections for Pipelines, Pipeline Defect Assessment, Pipeline Integrity Issues, Mitigation, Prevention and Repair Using the ASME B31.8S Standard, and Piping Vibration Causes and Remedies - A Practical Approach on Oct. 19 and 20.Rounding out the Training Week schedule will be Materials and Design for High Temperatures and Integrity Assessment and Repair of Process Piping and Tanks on Oct. 20 and 21, and Piping Failures - Causes and Prevention and Fatigue Analysis Requirements in ASME BPV Code Section VIII, Division 2 - Alternative Rules on Oct. 21.In addition to the event in Barcelona, ASME Training Development will also offer a Pressure Technology and Standards MasterClass Training Week two weeks later in Houston, Texas. That event, which welches announced in a previous ASME News article, will take place from Oct. 31 to Nov. 4. For more det ails on these Pressure Technology and Standards MasterClass Training Weeks, or to register, visit http//go.asme.org/pressuretechtraining or contact Jennifer Delda, program/business manager, at deldajasme.org.

Womens only co-working space The Wing under investigation, but Hooters now available

Womens only co-working space The Wing under investigation, but Hooters now availableWomens only co-working space The Wing under investigation, but Hooters now availableWomen-only coworking spaces have quickly and not so quietly become a go-to for many working women today. From The Riveter to The Coven to The Hivery to Quilt but arguably the most famous one is The Wing.Started in 2016 by former political strategist/sometimes actress and the superbly well-connected Audrey Gelman, the womens only club caught everyones attention with its perfectly Instagrammable interiors and the promise of a safe space for women to create and thrive in right before the 2016 election.This past November, The Wing raised $32 million in Series B funding from WeWork and New Enterprise Associates. In addition to its inaugural Flatiron location, it has opened offices in SoHo, Brooklyn and Washington D.C. with plans to expand nationwide. With a waiting list of 8,000 women and the launch of other similar clubs, clearly, womens coworking spaces are no trend.However, they may be finding themselves in hot water soon as this week Jezebelreportedthat the New York City Commission on Human Rights (NYCCHR) was investigating The Wing for its compliance with anti-discrimination laws as the club does not allow men anywhere on its premises. Many of The Wings members took to Twitter to vehemently protest the investigation (to be clear, it is not a lawsuit.)Melissa Murray,a professor of law at UC Berkeley whos currently teaching at NYU, told Jezebel, I think its patently absurd for New Yorks human rights commission to be focusing on the Wing when weve had, over the last six months, numerous complaints about workplaces being absolutely hostile to women in terms of pervasive and endemic sexual harassment. Leaving aside the fact that so many workplaces seem to be rife with incidents of sexual harassment, now, after MeToo, I think there are a lot of men in positions of authority who are going to be really s keptical and afraid to mentor women, and that might make a space like this even more necessary.Though these spaces were created to be safe havens for women to work as many coworking spaces like WeWork have a reputation for being very male-dominated you do have to question if this exclusivity is violating the law?On the other hand, this investigation could seem a bit tone deaf in light of the various events and campaigns that have launched in the past year.Grace Kraaijvanger, founder of The Hivery, which is headquarteredin Mill Valley, Calif., with plans to expand, told Ladders, Spaces with feminine energy offer us an invaluable support ordnungsprinzip and community through which we can feel more motivated, more productive, more focused and, therefore, more empowered to use the whole of our voice and our talents to realize our fullest potential.As for whether these spaces are discriminating against men Kraaijvanger said, The Hivery is a female-fueled inspiration lab and coworking spa ce built on kindness, community, and creativity. While dedicated tounleashing the unique potential and elevating the voice of every woman, The Hivery is an inclusive gathering place where all human beings are welcome, and a dynamic group of entrepreneurs, creatives, and seekers create meaningful work, form lasting connections, and pursue theirWhats Next.Quilt also is open to men attending their coworking sessions and focus groups, which take place in various womens homes. However, The Wing does not allow men on the property so it is slightly different, but as of now is unlikely that this will turn into a lawsuit. As of now, The Wing and the NYHRCC have onlymutually agreed to have a conversation.On the plus side Hooters in Japan is making a campaign to be the next great coworking space.The Hooters in Tokyos Ginza neighborhood will make 20 spots available to freelancers, entrepreneurs, and other people that work remotely during the day, according to Travel Leisure. The restaurant cha in has partnered withSpacee, a Japanese space rental app, for this collaboration. Spacee reps wrote in a press release that Hooters was chosenbecause working in an unconventional space encourages new discoveries and innovative ideas.Ahh, yes, Hooters Where innovative ideas are born.So dont worry ladies, if The Wing closes, there is always Hooters.

Todays Bookkeeper Salary Projections

Todays Bookkeeper Salary ProjectionsTodays Bookkeeper Salary ProjectionsBookkeeping jobs encompass a wide range of roles, from entry-level positions to full-charge general ledger or financial statement bookkeepers with managerial responsibilities. Bookkeeper salary levels vary by experience level, local market and company size. While the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts the demand for bookkeepers will decline in the years ahead, the 2019 Robert Half Salary Guide for Accounting and Finance Professionals shows continued demand for operational staff, with an increase in certain industries.Bookkeeper salary projectionsHow much can you expect to make in bookkeeping? According to the Salary Guide, the 2019 midpoint salary for full-charge bookkeepers (those at the highest level who prepare financial statements) is expected to be $43,250. The general bookkeeper salary midpoint is slightly lower $38,500.At the midpoint, candidates have average experience with the necessary skills to m eet the job requirements, and the role may be in an industry where competition for talent is moderate. The bookkeeper salary levels listed in the Salary Guide reflect starting pay only and are based on actual placements throughout the United States. Bonuses and benefits are not taken into account.If you have a professional credential, such as certification from the American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers (AIPB), the National Association of Certified Public Bookkeepers (NACPB) or Quickbooks Certified ProAdvisors, you may expect a higher pay range.Also, salaries vary widely from city to city. In San Francisco, for instance, salaries are 41 percent higher, and in Boston, the market variance increases by 34 percent.SEARCH BOOKKEEPING POSITIONSDuties and expectationsBookkeepers work as financial archivists for organizations of all types and sizes. Those working in bookkeeper jobs record an organizations transactions, update financial statements, check financial records for accurac y and produce financial records. Depending on the organization and the position, specific duties may includePreparing financial statementsProcessing accounts payable and accounts receivable transactionsManaging bank reconciliations and payroll processingTracking fixed assets and preparing depreciation schedulesPerforming month-end closingsProfessional experience and skillsJob candidates for bookkeeper jobs are typically required to have a high school diploma or equivalent. In order to secure a full-charge bookkeeping position, a candidate may be required to hold an associate degree in business or accounting and have at least five years of experience.In general, a bookkeeper mustPossess strong math skillsBe proficient with Microsoft Excel, QuickBooks or SageHave good communication and customer service skillsIn addition, because bookkeepers often deal with information of a confidential nature, employers look for trustworthy people with good judgment and discretion. Any aspiring bookke eper must also be detail-oriented, well organized and a stickler for accuracy.

Top Guide of Law School Resume Examples

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The Incredible Details Regarding Include Gpa on Resume That Most People Do Not Know About

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