Navy Fitness Standards for Males, Ages 50 to 54

Navy Fitness Standards for Males, Ages 50 to 54Navy Fitness Standards for Males, Ages 50 to 54An official evaluation of physical health, ability, and endurance- known as the Navy Physical Fitness Assessment- is conducted twice a year throughout each tafelgeschirr members Navy career. The first test is conducted during the in-processing of the military either at Recruit Training (Boot Camp) or Officer Training. Once you join the military, meeting the established fitness and health requirements is now parte of your job and active duty members will receive the PFA / PRT twice a year. Although the specific numbers will vary depending on age (and gender), soldiers are expected to stay in shape in order to pass the physical fitness tests without difficulty. The Navy PFA Standards Specifically, the PFA consists of a standard medical screening, a Body Composition Assessment (BCA) and the Physical Readiness Test (PRT) of pushups, situps, and a 1.5-mile run or a 500-meter swim. The U.S. Na vy conducts its Navy Physical Fitness Assessment (PFA) twice a year for each service member. No matter your age or rank, you will have to take part in the bi-annual PFA program. The Navys fitness assessment consists of the following exercises with specifics guidelines to performing proper repetitions Push-upsThe military member will lower his/her entire body until arms bend to at least 90 degrees while keeping shoulders, back, buttocks, and legs aligned and parallel to the deck in the down position. Then straighten his/her arms to the UP position.Repeat as many times as you can for two minutesCurl-ups (sit-ups)The military member will lie on his back with feet flat on the floor, knees bent so the heels are about 10-12 inches from buttocks. Place hands across the chest and lift your shoulders off the deck so that your elbows can touch your legs. Repeat touching elbows to legs and shoulder blades to deck for two minutes 1.5-mile run The run/walkconsists of running or walking 1.5 miles as quickly as possible on a track, flat surface, or treadmillSwim 500 meters During basic training swimming is not an option. All recruits or midshipmen who are attending their basic training are measured by performing push-ups, curl-ups (sit-ups) and running 1.5 miles. For subsequent fitness evaluations, the sailor may choose either the 1.5-mile run or the 500-meter swim. Determining Navy PRT Scores Prior to the test, service members receive medical evaluations and must obtain clearance to take the assessment.The Navy PRT score is determined by averaging the scores of the three fitness events To graduate boot camp, a sailor needs an overall category of Good (Low), which means their average in three events must be 60 points or greater. After boot camp, to pass the periodic Navy fitness test, a sailor needs to be in the Satisfactory (Medium) category, or above, which means they must have an average score of at least 50.

Financial Job Descriptions and What They Mean

Financial Job Descriptions and What They MeanFinancial Job Descriptions and What They MeanWithin the financial services industry, especially in Wall Street firms, compensation tends to be much higher than that for comparable positions in other industries. The lucrative revenue streams that many of these firms earn are only part of the equation. Just as important is the industrys heavy emphasis on lean staffing and employee productivity. Especially in support or administrative functions, job holders frequently are expected to discharge a much wider range of duties than their counterparts elsewhere. Meanwhile, an important metric used by senior management in many leading financial services firms is the ratio of support personnel to producers. This ratio is aggressively managed downward, to minimize administrative overhead. What Job Descriptions Mean As a result, the actual duties associated with jobs in financial services often are much broader than those spelled out in the formal job descriptions. Likewise, where job descriptions do list job responsibilities completely, they tend to be considerably broader than those for equivalent or comparable positions in other industries. Within financial services, a high degree of multitasking is expected of employees. Examples of Job Descriptions People with financial reporting and analysis jobs inside financial services firms, especially individuals in controller organizations, are particularly likely to multitask, to have broad job descriptions, and/or to have actual responsibilities that far exceed the parameters of their formal job descriptions. It is not uncommon for departmental controllers to be responsible not only for expense control and financial reportingbut also for such diverse matters as market research, general data analysis, product development, corporate strategy, business forecasting, workplace technology and human resources. Controllers often act as de facto chiefs of staff for the line executi ves whom they support. Pro Jobs with varied duties and/or broad job descriptions are likely to be especially remunerative because of they combine multiple positions into one. They offer varied work experience in one place, without actually changing jobs. Meanwhile, they also provide built-in opportunities for redefining your job to suit your current interests and future career goals. High-energy people will enjoy the pace that a multitasking position presents. The ambitious will relish the opportunity to prove their worth and gain exposure in several different fields. Con Multitasking jobs, with broad job descriptions and/or actual responsibilities that far exceed those in the job descriptions, are bound to be stressful, as you must constantly juggle a wide variety of responsibilities with limited opportunities to offload duties during crunch periods. Long and unpredictable hours can be part of the tradeoff for the benefits of higher pay, better exposure and enhancedaccelera ted career development.

Most Commonly Used Skill among Developers is JavaScript

Most Commonly Used Skill among Developers is JavaScriptMost Commonly Used Skill among Developers is JavaScriptMost Commonly Used Skill among Developers is JavaScriptIn March 2017, Stack Overflow, a community of 5.0 million programmers helping each other, released the results of their 2017 survey of mora than 64,000 developers.The demand for software developers continues to explode as consumers demand more programs and applications. Synonymous to programmers, engineers, coders, architects, and consultants, software developers are employed by nearly every major company. To give you some insight into what developers are up to our Intelligenceteam dug into Stack Overflows 2017 study to bring you the fruchtwein relevant insight.Key Insights about DevelopersLike last year, fruchtwein developers surveyed consider themselves web developers (72.6%), although many also said they are working to build desktop apps (28.9%) and mobile apps (23.0%)While only 13.1% of developers are actively looking for a job, 75.2% of developers are interested in hearing about new job opportunities53.3% of respondents said remote options were a top priority when considering a new jobA majority of developers, 63.9%, reported working remotely at least one day a month, and 11.1% say theyre full-time remote or alfruchtwein all the timeThe highest job satisfaction ratings came from developers who work remotely full-time56.5% of respondents said they were underpaid with those in government and non-profits feeling the most underpaid, while those who work in finance feel the most overpaidJavaScript is still the most popular programming language according to 62.5% of respondents, with SQL (51.2%) and Java (39.7%) coming in second and third, exactly the same as last yearSince Stack Overflow started conducting the developer survey, Python and Node.js have grown in popularity, while the usage of C and C have declined24.2% of developers want complete silence when codingIn a hiring landscape where develope rs are in constant demand, understanding the talent you want to hire is the single most important thing you can do to attract and retain the right developers, said Stack Overflow VP Jay Hanlon. Thanks to the generosity of the largest community of developers in the world, the developer survey is an invaluable tool for any employer who wants insights into what actually drives and motivates developers throughout their careers.Education among DevelopersThe most popular way to learn programming is Self-TaughtNine out of ten respondents overall consider themselves at least somewhat self-taughtAmong professional developers, 55.9% have taken an online course and 53.4% have received on-the-job training11.3% of professional developers got their first coding job within a year of learning how to programAmong professional developers, 36.9% learned to program between one and four years before beginning their careers as developersOne-eighth (12.5%) of professional developers learned to code less than four years ago, and an additional one-eighth (13.3%) learned to code between four and six years agoMore than two-thirds (67.6%) of respondents have at least a bachelors degreeThe most common undergraduate major is computer science or software engineering (50.0%)32% of those surveyed said their formal education was elend very important (20.5%) or not important at all (11.5%) to their career successAmong computer science and computer engineering majors, many (49.4%) said their formal education was important or very importantCoding bootcamps are rising in popularity among both developers (45.8%) and non-developers looking to transition into a new career (54.2%)Programming LanguagesMost common used programming languages were JavaScript (62.5%), SQL (51.2%) and Java (39.7%)The growth of Python is notable, overtaking PHP for the first time in five years and ranking as the most wanted language this year, after ranking fourth in 2016For the second year in a row, Rust was the most love d programming language (73.1%) and more developers want to continue working with it than any other languageSwift, last years second most popular language, ranked as fourth (63.9%)For the second year in a row, Visual Basic (for 2017, Visual Basic 6, specifically) ranked as the most dreaded language 88.3% of developers currently using Visual Basic said they did not want to continue using it65% of developers pronounce GIF with a hard g, like giftFrameworks, Libraries, and Other TechnologiesMost common used frameworks, libraries and other technologies were Node.js (47.1%) and AngularJS (44.3%)React is the most loved among developers (66.9%), Cordova is the most dreaded (61.2%), and Node.js is the most wanted (22.2%)DatabasesMost common used databases were MySQL (55.6%) and SQL Server (38.6%)Redis is the most loved among developers (64.8%), Oracle is the most dreaded (63.1%), and MongoDB is the most wanted (20.8%)PlatformsMost common used platforms were Windows Desktop (41.0%) and Linux Desktop (32.9%)Linux Desktop is the most loved platforms among developers (69.6%), SharePoint is the most dreaded (70.9%), and Android is the most wanted (20.6%)Survey respondents say that communication skills and a track record of getting things done trumps the number of hours worked or bugs solved, by a wide marginThe most common ways to measure a developers success is by customer satisfaction and their ability to deliver a project on time and at budgeDevelopment PracticesAgile (76.9%) and Scrum (65.2%) are the most popular methodologies for developers to keep their projects on track42.8% of developers have used pair programming to improve their code quality and skill set69.2% of developers surveyed overwhelmingly prefer Git for version controlMost developers agree that good enough is good enough that it is better to ship and then iterate (60.2%)The majority (52.6%) of developers check in code multiple times a dayA happy developer is a developer who can shipWomen Who CodeOverall s urvey respondents are heavily skewed male with 7.6% identifying themselves as women up from 6.6% last yearProportionally, women are more represented among data scientists, mobile and web developers, quality assurance engineers, and graphic designersAmong male and female respondents, nearly twice the number of women said they had been coding for less than a year (10.7%)The majority of women (66.2%) have been programming for less than 6 yearsEmployment among Developers70.3% of developers are employed full-time10.2% of developers work as independent contractors, freelancers, or are self-employedDevelopers tend to be more satisfied with their career than with their current jobs75.2% of developers are interested in hearing about new job opportunities13.1% of developers are actively looking for a jobIn general, developers prioritize opportunities for professional development over any other factor when assessing a potential jobMost preferred compensation and benefits selected by developers are vacation/days off (57.0%) and Remote options (53.3%)According to respondents, developers supported customer satisfaction and being on time and on budget as the best ways to evaluate the performance of a fellow developerRespondents believe communication skills and a track record of getting things done are most important when evaluating a developer for hireMost developers (59.6%) like some music while coding24.2% want complete silence while codingWhen considering a new job, 53.3% said remote options were a top priorityThe highest job satisfaction ratings come from developers who work remote full timeTo learn more about what developers have to say, you can view the full results of the Stack Overflow Developer Survey 2017 here.Want to know more about the top trends in hiring Developers? Check out the Software Engineering Market Overview from Intelligence. And for more hiring trend studies from the Intelligence team click here.

This is why you always get sick after a vacation

This is why you always get sick after a vacationThis is why you always get sick after a vacationAs you drop your luggage into a heap on your apartment floor and collapse on your bed following a solid vacation, you notice a scratchy feeling at the back of your throat that signals a little more than plane cabin dehydration.Ugh, am I really getting sick right now?You worry as you drift off to sleep, and you wake up feeling even worse. What gives?Well, there are several science-backed reasons why a bout of rest and relaxation often ends with a case of the sniffles.ExhaustionWhen your PTO finally arrives, youre starting things off with an empty tank. Youve been busting your butt at work for weeks in prep for your time away from the office, and you prioritized all of your social commitments over self-care because you knew the spa would soon be within reach. While neither of these choices are badeanstalt ones, they do leave you feeling pretty spent at the very beginning of your trip. Betwee nstressand alack of sleep, your immune ordnungsprinzip is already partially compromised.Braving New ElementsEven if youre staying relatively local,changing your physical environmentexposes your system to a ton of new things that it may or may not be ready to experience. From unfamiliar foods to new allergens, theres a solid adjustment curve required when you set off for a vacation. It might not feel super severe or all that noticeable, but its there. And the more you challenge your bodys status quo, the harder it has to work to equalize. And youre asking your body to do this work when its already struggling.Germs, Germs, GermsFromthe airporttoyour Airbnbto your new favorite morning cafe, you are surrounded by so many new forms of bacteria, its dizzying. And if your system is already working in overdrive to handle your tiresome trip prep and acclimation to a new environment, then your defenses against potential viruses and infections arent functioning at their optimal levels. Its nev er a bad idea topop vitamin C supplementsand drink water like theres no tomorrow as you vacation, but just know that your germ exposure does matter and, often times, its a losing battle.Exhaustion (Again)Flights get canceled. Trains get delayed. You opted for dead-of-the-night travel plans to save some cash at the tail end of your trip. All of these things make getting back home and into your typical routine extra difficult, and youend up feeling pretty wiped outas you finish your vacation rather than truly restored and ready to go. So dont be surprised if this final trek does you in while your immune system is already unhappy.After all of that, can you really blame your body for saying, Hold up a second, Karen, Ineed a freakingbreak? We didnt think so. But hey, its totenstill totally worth taking the time away from your9-to-5 grind. Just be ready to accept that you might need a few days to recuperate once you return.Thispostwas originally published onSwirled.comin the Thrive sectio n, which covers valuable career and personal finance content for Millennials.

Interview Questions to ask when Hiring Manufacturing Workers

Interview Questions to ask when Hiring Manufacturing WorkersInterview Questions to ask when Hiring Manufacturing WorkersInterview Questions to ask when Hiring Manufacturing Workers DeZubeSome industries, including construction and manufacturing, face the challenge of recruiting workers who lack a resume. A job application can collect basic information to help screen candidatesfor skills and experience. Yet it wont tell you how job seekers apply their skills and abilities, behave on the job, or what they accomplished in prior positions.Thats why when you bewerbungsinterview without a resume, its critical to ask questions that delve into those areas. And the easiest way to dig deep is to ask behavioral interview questions.Behavioral interview questions warenmuster how someone actually handled a task or situation in a prior job. They can help you focus on how a candiate gets a task done, how they will fit in with your company culture or how they will tackle day to day challenges.In manu facturing, Id want to know if theyre going to be on time, if they mind getting their hands dirty, can work with team members and that theyre loyal, says Dennis Theodorou, vice president of operations for recruiting firm JMJ Phillip Group, Detroit.For example, behavioral interview questions could help shed light on prior workplace conditions What is the dirtiest environment youve ever worked in? How did you cope with that challenge?To create behavioral interview questions, make a list of the ten most important job tasks, workplace challenges and personal characteristics needed to succeed in the job. The job description can be a good place to find some of those.For each item, write one behavioral or situational question and jot down a few follow-up questions you might ask to probe for more details.Here are some behavioral interview questions to get you started with your interview preparation.Machinist What hand tools, power tools, and measuring instruments have you used? Whats the mos t challenging material youve cut? Whats your favorite machine to run?Tool and Die Maker What tools, fixtures, and experimental parts have you made? What machine and hand tools have you used most in prior jobs? Whats the most intricate mechanical fixture you helped design, develop, or construct?Electrical and Hydraulic Technician What would you say to a co-worker you saw violating safety rules? How would you respond if he told to you mind your own business? What is the most challenging customer youve dealt with? What is the toughest piece of equipment to troubleshoot?Welder Tell me about a time you worked on a joint project where your co-worker wanted to do the task differently. How did you resolve the situation? How did you avoid injuries in your last job?Operations Manager What rewards, other than money or promotions, have worked well for you in past positions? Tell me about a time you had to put in place an unpopular process change. How did you go about it?When you dont have a res ume to refer to in the interview process, tailor your interview questions to uncover a candidates real-world experience. Use the conversation to create a mental roadmap of responsibilities, capabilities, and the applicants fit.Asking the right questions will help give you and your new hires greater peace of mind.Learn moreHeres how Top Companies Find Manufacturing WorkersManufacturingHiring is Growing in these AreasManufacturing Lets Get Hiring

Up in Arms About Resume Doc?

Up in Arms About Resume Doc? Whats Truly Happening with Resume Doc Its high-quality PSD file is completely customizable. Numerous documents are available here in order to lead you through the recruitment approach. When you save your document for a PDF, its essentially locked into place. Zetys resume templates are made with the aid of recruiters and stick to the best practices in HR. Employers find it quite unattractive. Resumes may be used for a number of reasons, but fruchtwein often theyre utilized to secure new employment. What You Need to Know About Resume Doc Also show youre a well-rounded worker. Submit the same resume for every single job. If youre attempting to obtain work in accounting or finance you require averystrong resume. A legal professional seeking the most suitable job ought to have a strong resume to be able to be noticed by the employers. Research about the technical skills needed for the work position that youre applying for. Summary of a persons quali fication is also wise to put your very best foot forward right at the start of the resume. Also make certain that you tailor the document to the job youre applying for. If you get a lengthy employment history, you dont will need to include all of it. Our website was made for the unemployed searching for employment. If youre asking for a work online, check the job posting for information about how to send your resume. You also receive a completely free job interview tracker for a bonus. You are able to upload your personal interview of the job youre looking for or upload a video of you at work showing the skills that youve posted are true. Youre now able to earn a fantastic first impact with professional styling and personalized appearance. You may leave every one of them as is or customize a small bit to be able to bring a personal touch to the presentation of your candidacy. You can also have criticism from your buddy or family for the last design. The style of resume you wi ll use greatly is dependent on your professional work background and qualifications. The Dos and Donts of Resume Doc fruchtwein resume format word file available for free download so make certain not to waste cash with the notion of getting a better choice. It is vital for them to assure youve received the instructions for the following steps of application. There are more than only a couple of pointers which you have to remember and fully adhere to when designing a resume even when youre employing a readymade template. By making use of a template, you receive a feeling of what information to include in your resume and the way to arrange it. Whats also cool about our hand-picked selection is the simple fact that numerous packages include bonuses like cover letters or company cards. In any event, its as simple as one two three. By applying the above-given templates, you may easily make your resume in a few of minutes. Double check to be certain that everything on the last vers ion of the resume is about you. Moreover there are many resume templates Microsoft genau to pick from it is really challenging to land on that 1 link which will actually do the job for you. There are an assortment of templates out there for Microsoft Word. Word Resume templates are complete with the whole outline structure and the majority of the content which makes way for a powerful resume in an issue of just a couple minutes. They are easy to find or spot on the internet and can be downloaded for further use.

Survey Higher Education Required for Future Jobs

Survey Higher Education Required for Future Jobs A new joint survey from the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) and Achieve, a nonprofit dedicated to improving education standards, revealed that technical and educational requirements are increasing across job categories. The results were based on the responses of 4,695 HR professionals in nine industries. It was released Oct. 3 during SHRMs annual strategy conference more than 500 HR executives attended the conference, which took place in Palm Springs, Calif.Other findings includedCompared with 10 years ago51 percent said more jobs with specific technical requirements exist today 26 percent said more STEM-related jobs45 percent said increased employee diversity and 46 percent said only a higher education level required for most jobs31 percent predicted fewer entry-level jobs Looking ahead three to five yearsHR professionals expect even j obs with specific technical requirements60 percent STEM-related jobs31 percent increased employee diversity 50 percent and simply a higher education level required for most jobs 49 percent30 percent predicted even less entry-level jobsHR professionals said they believed education and training are key in correcting the job skills mismatch. Training includes post-secondary certificate programs, highly job-specific training and employer-sponsored professional development. Education includes training as well as bachelors degrees, associates degrees and advanced degrees.This survey reinforces the importance of having strong K-12 and postsecondary education systems that provide all students with the knowledge and skills they need to access, and succeed in the careers of their choice, said Sandy Boyd, Senior Vice President, Strategic Initiatives, Achieve. Its clear that the world has changed and employers are demanding more education and skills from employees than ever before. All students deserve a meaningful and rigorous academic experience that will prepare them for college, careers and life.Compared with 10 years ago, respondents said health (54 percent), manufacturing (52 percent), state/local government (48 percent), and the federal government (46 percent) are the industries most likely to report higher education requirements today.

The Strongest Hiring Market in 10 Years!

The Strongest Hiring Market in 10 YearsThe Strongest Hiring Market in 10 YearsYoure more in demand now than any time in the belastungdecade so if youre thinking about making a move, nows the time.The job nerds at Labor Stats shipped their regular employment update last week, and its a pretty darn good report - so good that Ive listed 100 companies below that are hiring right now for jobs paying $80K to $350K here on Ladders.It shows the ratio of job openings to unemployed people, and it is the best ratio weve seen in a decade.And our numbers here at Ladders confirm it we have MORE demand from employers and hiring managers than ever before we have MORE jobs, MORE recruiters, and MORE companies than at any other time in our history.So if youre looking to get a great new gig this fall, in a job market that is finally hot again, visit the listings on Ladders for these hot companies belowFacebookMorgan StanleyNikeGoogleJohnson JohnsonOracleAmazon.comWal-Mart StoresAppleBank of AmericaP aychexUnder ArmourMacysStaplesThe AllstatePetSmartGeneral MotorsGeneral ElectricATTCVS CaremarkFannie MaeUnitedHealth GroupMcKessonVerizon CommunicationsHewlett-PackardJ.P. Morgan ChaseExpress Scripts HoldingBoeingFreddie MacAmerican International GroupPepsiCoComcastPfizerIntelCisco SystemsAetnaLockheed MartinCHSMerckJohnson ControlsIngram MicroHumanaLiberty MutualHoneywell InternationalHCA HoldingsSearsAmerican ExpressCIGNAGeneral Dynamics3MTime WarnerRite AidQualcomm IncorporatedNorthrop GrummanRaytheonAlcoaTime Warner CableAbbott LaboratoriesXeroxU.S. BancorpDanaherAbbVieCenturyLinkMedtronicCommunity Health SystemsStarbucksMonsantoAramark HoldingsViacomThermo Fisher ScientificVisaOffice DepotCenteneL BrandsWellCare Health PlansStrykerUniversal Health ServicesCharter CommunicationsAECOM TechnologyTennecoBoston ScientificAgilent TechnologiesMolina HealthcareAllerganLeidos HoldingsBooz Allen HamiltonThe Charles SchwabHarrisGannettFiservJones Lang LaSalleAdobe SystemsUnisysSelect Med ical HoldingsManTech InternationalRegeneronHave a great week.Im rooting for you,

First Commercial 3D Printer Named an ASME Landmark

First Commercial 3D Printer Named an ASME Landmark First Commercial 3D Printer Named an ASME Landmark First Commercial 3D Printer Named an ASME LandmarkJune 3, 2016 ASME Immediate Past President J. Robert gesims (left) presents the ASME landmark plaque to Charles Hull of 3D Systems during the SLA-1 3D Printer landmark designation ceremony in Rock Hill, S.C. (Photo courtesy of 3D Systems) The SLA-1 3D Printer, the first commercial rapid prototyping system, was recently designated as an ASME Historic Mechanical Engineering Landmark. The stereolithographic apparatus (SLA), which was introduced by 3D Systems Inc. in 1987, was recognized for its historical significance during a ceremony held May 18 at 3D Systems headquarters in Rock Hill, S.C. Fifty-five people, including 3D Systems staff and members of the ASME Piedmont-Carolina Section, attended the landmark dedication ceremony, which recognized both the SLA for its transformational impact on engineering manufacturing, and its creator, Charles Hull of 3D Systems, for his contributions to the 3D printing field. Also representing ASME at the event were ASME Immediate Past President J. Robert Sims, who presented the landmark plaque to Hull, and Terry Reynolds, member of the ASME History and Heritage Committee. Vyomesh VJ Joshi, the new CEO of 3D Systems, also spoke during the ceremony. ASME Immediate Past President J. Robert Sims addresses the audience at the landmark designation ceremony. (Photo by Wil Haywood, ASME Public Information)Hull, the co-founder of 3D Systems Inc., is the acknowledged inventor of the solid imaging process known as stereolithography, the first commercial 3D printing technology. With the founding of 3D Systems in 1986, he launched the 3D printing industry and continues to lead it today as 3D Systems chief technology officer.Invented by Hull in 1983 as a rapid prototyping system that would photopolymer resins layer-by-layer using UV lasers, the SLA was developed as a means to shorten the ma nual prototyping and design verification processes in use at that time. By building parts one layer at a time, 3D printing has since become an increasingly popular way to produce complex geometries with improvements to functional efficiency and reduced material costs. J. Robert Sims (second from right), ASME immediate past president, and Charles Hull with the SLA-1 3D Printer. (Photo courtesy of 3D Systems) Its a great honor for 3D Systems, and for me personally, to receive recognition by ASME for our original technology, Hull said. Although I expected 3D printing to be embraced by manufacturers, I never could have anticipated how widespread 3D printing is today, or the types of things that people are doing with it. For the past 30 years, we have had the distinct pleasure of watching our innovation spur mora innovation, and we are excited to continue to shape the future.For more information on the ASME Historic Mechanical Engineering Landmarks Program, and to see the complete lis t of ASME landmarks, visit www.asme.org/about-asme/who-we-are/engineering-history/landmarks.

How to Self-Publish an Audiobook

How to Self-Publish an AudiobookHow to Self-Publish an AudiobookBy self-publishing an audiobook,both self-published and traditional authors can potentially expand the audience for their books content and perhaps find an additional revenue stream for their work. Historically,audiobooks(aka recorded books or books on tape)have provided a format for those who prefer to listen to their books rather than read them.Joel Schwartzberg, the author of the well-reviewed and traditionally-publishedThe 40-Year-Old Versiondecided to self-publish the audiobook.In this QA, he shares what he learned. Why Self-Publish an Audiobook? Valerie Peterson What made you decide to self-publish an audiobook version of your ?humoirs- , your book about being a divorced dad?Joel Schwartzberg As a former competitive public speaker, I always wanted to do an audio version of the book, especially so I could capture the humor and some of the subtext and insinuation with my tone and zeiteinteilung. But it always see med very expensive and time-consuming. Frankly, I thought you had to be connected to a major publisher to get it done. Audiobook Inspiration and Execution VP So what made you rethink that and look into doing the audiobook version?JS The book is perennially very relevant as divorce rates are still high and divorced/remarried dad are still questioning their identities and looking for paths to happiness and personal fulfillment. I usually do a big marketing push around Fathers Day publishing essays, buying Facebook ads, doing blog outreach, contacting stepmothers () so I thought Fathers Day would be great timing to do an audiobook launch and promotion. What helped me take the audiobook idea seriously was a service called Audiobook Creation Exchange (ACX.com) a service from Audible and its parent, Amazon that connects authors, narrators, and studios. ACX helped me find Brick Shop Audiobooks, an audio studio in Brooklyn, which - for a cheaper price than I expected - professiona lly recorded, directed, and published my audiobook. Because Brick Shop already had a relationship with Audible, they were able to produce the audio to the exact specifications for Audible, Amazon, and iTunes. So its DIYWPH - Do-It-YourselfwithProfessional-Help. The nice part was that it was fairly inexpensive. How Much Does It Cost to Self-Publish An Audiobook? VP Joel, would you share how much it cost?JS It cost me around $450 for what is roughly a three-hour finished audiobook - so, $150 per finished hour for everything. Of course, since I narrated the book myself rather than pay to hire a professional narrator, it was cheaper for me than for someone who needs or wants to hire someone to narrate his or her book. Audiobook Narration Hints VP Speaking of expert audiobook narration hints, youve got a public speaking background. What hints would you give to those who are considering narrating their books themselves?JS For those who choose to go the self-narration route, here are some things I learned in the process Read the whole book out loud, not in your head - a few days in advance. It will refresh your familiarity, but also alert you to lines where youll want to add vocal emphasis. A cold reading is a bad idea because, ideally, you want to sound like the worlds leading expert of your material, even if its fiction.Work with a professional audio company. My director would often stop me if I mispronounced words, or said a line in a way that buried its point. They held a high standard for the quality of both the reading and the recording, which was crucial. Read slowly, and use pauses often. It takes more time to listen than it does to read. Give the lines especially complex ones or jokes time to sink in.Have energy. Dont let the end of sentences trail off. Youll need to capture and hold your listeners attention from the first word to the very last.Dont think that youre reading a book think that youre giving a speech to a large audience. This wil l put you in a more presentational mode. Listening to an audiobook should be like live theater or a live seminar more so than attending a simple book reading. VP What was the biggest hurdle you had to overcome to getting the audiobook produced? JS Probably the biggest thing I had to overcome to produce my audiobook was simple intimidation How much time will it take? How much will it cost? What happens when Im done? but with help from some modern technology, these were surmountable obstacles, and Im thrilled with the professional result. Joel Schwartzberg is an award-winning essayist and screenwriter, national champion public speaker and speech coach. He was a Head Writer for Nickelodeon in 1998 and is currently an Internet executive his have appeared in a wide range of publications.