Anxiety How to recognise it and what to do about it - Debut

Anxiety How to recognise it and what to do about it - Debut This article was written by an external contributor.  Natalie Leal has provided some of the signs of anxiety, and the things you can do to alleviate  it.   Research by UniHealth last year found that a massive 82% of first and second year university students suffer from stress and anxiety. This shocking statistic means that more than eight out of every ten students are currently feeling this way, with only a quarter of those surveyed saying they would reach out for help. You may be one of them, or it could be a roommate who is suffering. The important thing to know is that you are not alone and there are lots of ways to get help. Here are some anxiety symptoms to look out for in yourself or others as well as a list of completely free resources to try. Signs of anxiety Overthinking Sometimes, when we are feeling low, we can get a bit stuck in our heads. Small worries can become huge and we focus on them, going over and over problems and trying to think our way out of them. If you feel that you have worries that are taking up most of your thoughts, you may be suffering from anxiety. And if you notice a friend seems distracted or preoccupied much of the time, they could also be anxious. Pounding or fluttery heart A racing heart or a fluttery feeling in your chest is a sign of stress and anxiety that dates back to cavemen times. Adrenaline floods our body, making our hearts beat faster so we can run away or fight predators. Thankfully we don’t meet many tigers nowadays, but our bodies still react in the same way. Which is why your heart starts pumping when you’re facing a modern day stressor, such as a moving to a new university, or doing a presentation. Tense body Another way your body reacts when anxious is to tense up. A classic sign of stress is a clenched jaw, but equally bad back or achey limbs can also fall under this category. Again, this is related to the ‘fight or flight’ response. If you’re feeling worried or fearful about lots of things, your body can get stuck in this ‘fight or flight’ state. Tiredness The pressures that worry, anxiety and stress can put on your body and mind are likely to wear you out, especially over a long period of time. Exhaustion can also be a sign of depression which often comes hand-in-hand with anxiety. Lots of students have long-lie ins, but if you notice yourself or a friend sleeping a lot more than usual it could be a sign something is wrong. Sweating / shaking It’s easy to become self-conscious about a symptom such as sweating which in turn makes you more anxious and then makes you sweat more a viscous cycle. Annoyingly, anxiety can feed off its own symptoms. I think I’m anxious what can I do? Mindfulness Mindfulness meditation may sound a bit hippie dippyish to some, but in recent years this practice has gone mainstream. The ever popular Headspace app now boasts more than a million users, but does come with a membership fee. A completely free alternative is a selection of mindfulness meditation exercises by UCLA. You can do them in just five minutes via your phone, and they can all be found here. Breathing For an even shorter blast of calm this simple yet beautiful GIF can help you regulate your breathing when everything else feels too much. Tense those muscles Another simple, yet effective and completely free way to de-stress is ‘progressive muscle relaxation’. It works by relaxing the body which in turn relaxes the mind. It can really help when you’re feeling nervous about something, such as meeting new people. All you need is 15 minutes and these instructions. University support services It’s definitely worth checking out what support services your uni has on offer. Nearly all will offer counselling and support, and for anyone struggling with a diagnosed anxiety disorder (or other mental health conditions) ongoing support may well be an option. Online support If you’d prefer to get more anonymous support, websites such as Mind have lots of resources and advice. You can also check out blogs, YouTube videos and podcasts around the subject of mental health to hear other peoples stories, which may relate to yours. So if you recognise some of these symptoms, remember it’s perfectly normal to ask for help. Do not dismiss anxiety as being ‘stupid’, or think that you are overdramatising things. Anxiety is a horrible but common aspect of university life, so there’s no need to suffer in silence. Make sure you reach out for help in whatever way feels right for you. Connect with Debut on  Facebook,  Twitter,  and  LinkedIn  for more careers insights.

Whats the best way to end a cover letter - Sterling Career Concepts

Whats the best way to end a cover letter Whats the best way to end a cover letter? Youre not alone if you feel the trickiest part of writing a cover letter is the ending.   If youve struggled with this in the past, then I have the resource for you! UpJourney, a website devoted to self-improvement, recently published an article sharing the advice of 16 experts (myself included) on this topic. Since you want to feel comfortable and confident with how your cover letter reads, theres not always a one size fits all solution for the best ending. This collection of advice from different industry professionals is invaluable in that you can pick and choose from among the groups recommendations to craft a letter that feels right to you and your situation.  Part of my advice will sound familiar to my 1:1 clients: I always advise ending cover letters by keeping the onus on the job seeker “Thank you for your time and consideration. I will call your office next week to follow up.” This approach keeps you in control of the process and timeline as the one calling his/her office to follow up Curious for other options or ways to wrap up your cover letter?   Then jump over and give  this article  a read!

Planning Should Be Pretty

Planning Should Be Pretty This is a guest post from Laura Simms of Create as Folk, my partner in creative-career-coaching crime. Love that shes tackling the time management piece that, oh, every creative Ive ever met struggles with. Huzzah for Laura! Imagine that youre a creative entrepreneur. Or trying to be. And imagine all the things youre supposed to be doing like blogging, tweeting, Facebooking, guest posting, SEO, and oh, doing the billable stuff like working with clients or fulfilling orders and creating products. It can be overwhelming. Can I get an Amen!? Things that can help generate income can also become distractions (ahem, social media), and figuring out whats a priority in your business can be confusing. Because there are so many opinionated voices telling you what you need to do! Right now! Or *insert painful consequence!* I spent some time in the run-around zone in my own business. Some new task or strategy would pop up on my radar and panic! I would spend the rest of the day/week/month (ouch) working to fix this problem I didnt know I had the day before. New information is great. Its how we grow. But I was running my biz in a highly reactionary way. Whos steering the ship? Why, whoever has the catchiest blog post today, of course. Not a good plan. So I started experimenting on my own business. And in working with clients. You know what I found? You can save yourself a lot of grief by: 1. making a you-shaped plan 2. sticking to it It sounds so simple I want to kick myself. But thats the straight dope. So I got real into dope. (Google, please dont haunt me because of that last sentence.) I became a dedicated planner. Now before you snooze, let me tell you how I think of planning: Planning is setting goals based on your values consciously creating the optimal conditions to achieve them. I believe that is a beautiful thing. And so I created an e-guide to help other creative entrepreneurs bring that beauty and focus to their business. Roadmap to Action contains 62 action-packed pages, all tried and true stuff that I use in my own business or share with clients. The structure is thereyou just have to put yourself into it. Because you know what else I learned? There is no one perfect system for everyone. You have to find what works for you. And because I dont like looking at janky ole planning stuff (I dont think you do either), I made it pretty. And included 13 beautiful and right-brain friendly planners. Because planning should be pretty. The invitation is open: learn more about Roadmap to Action and chart your course. Michelles two cents: I got a sneak peak of Roadmap to Action, and I thanked Moses that Laura didnt put out a list of planners like she wrote that she originally set out to do. The juicy questions she asks the reader to answer upfront lead to nothing but goodness, and an ease in using the (gorgeous! right-brain friendly!) planning tools that appear at the end of the book. Roadmap to Action isn’t just for yearly reflection/goal-setting â€" it’s for anyone who needs help prioritizing, dealing with overwhelm, and discovering their own effective time management system (which is every creative person I’ve ever met). Get Roadmap to Action before your head explodes. For reals. As a career coach for creatives, Laura Simms helps folks discover and cultivate the work meant just for them through career transition and small business coaching. She’s the creator of Roadmap to Action, and enjoys working with emerging and established creatives through one-on-one coaching. She vlogs weekly from her bird’s egg blue chair at createasfolk.com.

Functional Vs Chronological Resume - Which Should You Choose?

Functional Vs Chronological Resume - Which Should You Choose?The difference between a functional resume and a chronological resume is something that will be quickly understood by most people. In order to get a functional resume job, you must show some semblance of your prior experiences. The degree of specific past experience is actually determined by your employment history, with the most relevant experience to the position of the person applying.While a chronological resume can be a very useful tool for a certain type of employee, a functional resume is very different. In order to get a functional resume job, you must demonstrate some amount of experience on the job, but in a manner that allows you to begin to develop into a seasoned professional.The basic difference between a functional resume and a chronological resume has more to do with the word 'functional'. A functional resume is designed to showcase the skills that you will need in the new position that you are applying for. This type of resume is a little more geared towards being utilized as an actual resume for a position rather than as a reference guide to future employment.With a functional resume, the primary focus is on a variety of positions, not a single job, company or position that you are applying for. Since the functional resume covers more job roles than a chronological resume, the resume will have to incorporate all of the job descriptions, references and experiences from each job that you may be applying for. Your resume will also include a cover letter as well as a C.V.In order to get a functional resume job, you must make sure that you can show a good track record for previous jobs that you have held, as well as showing the level of experience you have that makes you an ideal candidate for the position. The most important thing to do in this regard is to list all of the jobs you have held, along with their related dates and other details. In addition, listing the job title and the dat e that it was held will make the chronological resume pretty meaningless. A functional resume is a more useful resume when you are applying for a job that will require you to be highly organized, while being punctual. The most valuable information in a functional resume is to be able to clearly demonstrate that you are a good team player who is able to use your thinking skills and interpersonal skills to help an organization out. This will allow you to get a great resume without having to write the essay that is required for any other type of resume.The main thing to remember about a functional resume is that it does not take the work out of the process. The only part of the process that you need to worry about is creating the resume itself, which is the easy part. Once you have this completed, all you have to do is find a job that requires your skills and show them off in the most efficient way possible.

Make Money off Summer Travelers

Make Money off Summer Travelers Eight in 10 Americans plan to travel this summer, spending an average of $941 per person on their trips, according to an American Express Spending Saving Tracker report. With 195.9 million people planning to hit the road or take to the air this year, summer spending could easily add up to more than $184 billion. And enterprising individuals can earn some of this cash for themselves by offering vacationers goods and services during the height of the travel season. If you’re one of those enthusiastic entrepreneurs seeking a lucrative summer gig, consider some of these ideas to cash in on seasonal travel. 1. Rent out extra gear through Airbaby Pearl Lieberman, mom of one, has used the Airbaby site to rent out her child’s stroller, car seat and more to families looking to pack light on vacation. “I only started a couple of months ago and make about $50 per week â€" sometimes more, sometimes less,” said Lieberman. “Some people are just looking to rent simple elements â€" car seats or strollers, which are around $50 for 10 days. But others rent whole bundles with beds and chairs, and that’s around $100.” For more information about renting your unneeded baby gear, register on the Airbaby site. 2. Rent out your home on Airbnb List your home or apartment on Airbnb to turn it into a money-maker while you’re out of town. “You could even rent out your home while you crash somewhere else,” said Benjamin Glaser, features editor with DealNews. “If your city is home to a major music festival or sports event, or is just a major tourist destination, you might be able to charge worthwhile premium rates, even if you have to split your earnings with your own temporary host.” Airbnb charges a host service fee of 3 percent for bookings made through its site. 3. Rent out your ride If you’re planning to park your car at the airport while you travel, consider a way to turn that down-time into dollars. “RelayRides and FlightCar are two companies that take your automobile at the airport while you’re away and rent it out,” said Glaser. “You could earn money based on the rentals and mileage used; at the very least, you’re guaranteed free parking for the duration of your trip and likely a car wash.” Check out the terms of service for FlightCar and RelayRides, which recently rebranded as Turo, for details on how to join. Read More: 15 Hidden Expenses to Watch Out for When Vacationing in Yellowstone 4. Get an old-fashioned summer job “Tons of tourist destinations have seasonal work, whether it’s at a hotel, restaurant, amusement park or even as an Uber driver,” Glaser said. “Just don’t expect that work to last into the fall.” Pay varies based on the work and region. For example, hourly wages at Six Flags St. Louis average between $8 and $9, according to Glassdoor. However, benefits include in-park discounts, employee events and free unlimited admission for the worker and a guest. 5. Translate for foreign tourists Providing translation services is a great way to earn extra cash during the summer months. “During the summer, a lot of tourists will come to visit Los Angeles. They will need tour guides and interpreters, and I work as both. I know most tourist sites in Los Angeles, and I can personally take tourists in my car, and that makes me extra cash,” said Marilyn Reeves, founder of Luxe Translation. Reeves charges about $80 an hour for her services and also hires other translators for Luxe. For similar opportunities, seek out translation companies in your area. 6. Babysit Bowser Sites like Rover.com make it easy to find pet-sitting clients in your area. Rover also offers advertising and support services, including a secure payment system, in exchange for 20 percent of what you earn through the site. After creating profiles and being approved by Rover’s staff, sitters can set their own rates, service offerings and hours, all of which can vary widely depending on location. For instance, dog sitters in the St. Louis area offer nightly boarding rates between $15 and $40, while boarding services in New York City range from $25 to $60 a night. To get started, create a profile on the Rover website. 7. Flex your skills on Fiverr Fiverr calls itself the world’s largest marketplace for services and features an entire section devoted to travel work. Users can find people to write travel articles for them, plan their trip itineraries, search for the best deals on airline tickets and more. To become a Fiverr seller, simply register on the site. While $5 is a popular price point for services offered, some sellers charge more. The site keeps 20 percent of the total cost of any service you successfully deliver through its system. 8. Make money off your motor home If you own a motor home that’s just sitting in your driveway, you might want to consider renting it out for cash. “We offer a consignment rental plan specifically for motor home owners who want to make a little extra money on the summer travel economy,” said Roman Thomas, general manager of AAA RV Sales and Rentals in Oklahoma City. “They can bring their motor home to us, and we will rent it out and send them a check every month. Summertime is peak season and the best time to take advantage of our rental plan.” Under AAA’s consignment agreement, the owner is required to maintain commercial insurance on the vehicle and receives 40 percent of the total rental profits, along with free storage and some maintenance, said Thomas. 9. Embrace Uber and give your finances a Lyft Make and save money one ride at a time. To sign on as a rideshare driver, all you typically need are an eligible vehicle, auto insurance and a smartphone. Drivers must also pass a background check. “Once you’re signed up as a driver, you can actually work as little or as much as you want every week,” said Harry Campbell, an Uber and Lyft driver who runs The Rideshare Guy blog and podcast. He went on to reveal that summer is one of the best times to drive. Campbell generally aims to make $15 to $20 an hour before expenses but says there are many drivers who earn more. 10. Take up tutoring “College students home for the summer â€" or adults who are academically inclined â€" can easily start up a tutoring business, or join one of the biggies if their pedigree is right,” said entrepreneur and relationship expert April Masini, who operates the Ask April site. Earnings vary depending on a tutor’s offerings and level of experience. However’s powerhouses like The Princeton Review charge as much as $6,600 for private, premier-level SAT tutoring courses. Additionally, established companies might be looking for temporary tutors as their permanent employees take summer vacations. You can apply for tutoring jobs at companies like The Princeton Review online. Read More: 15 Money Myths That Can Destroy Your Retirement 11. Manage vacation rentals Companies like Air Concierge offer cleaning, marketing, management and maintenance services for property owners who want to rent out their spaces â€"through sites like Airbnb â€" but don’t want to do the legwork themselves. And summer is typically the busiest time for these businesses. According to a spokesperson for California-based Air Concierge, job seekers should start by contacting the company directly for information. 12. Take a hike Workers who are inclined toward the outdoors might consider a career as a backpacking guide. “It’s no way to become wealthy, but it’s extra money and gets you out to see beautiful destinations,” said Steve Silberberg, owner and head guide at Fitpacking. “My business hires backpacking guides for the busy summer season, and we can always use great talent. Some of our guides are only available to guide during the summer season, so it works for everyone.” Fitpacking, based in Hull, Mass., pays guides up to $500 for their first trip and more thereafter. 13. Sign on with a clearinghouse Sites like Concierge99 showcase a wide range of service providers offering travelers everything from personal training to pedicures. As an added bonus, sellers can set their own rates and keep all profits save a service processing fee, which goes to the business. “Summer travel â€" in fact any travel â€" brings great opportunity to people in popular destinations,” said site founder Siamac Rezaiezadeh. “Maybe you can give a tour, maybe you are a yoga instructor or a private chef. The options are huge!” 14. Take on chores and tasks You can register with sites like TaskRabbit to find jobs that suit your schedule, skills and style. Set your own rates for vacation-related chores, like cleaning a time share, grocery shopping to fill a vacation condo kitchen or restocking pantry shelves once travelers return home. TaskRabbit recently listed several taskers in the New York City area available to make deliveries â€" say for pre-ordered groceries â€" for $20 to $30 an hour. 15. Get a parking payout Convert your driveway, garage or curbside space into cash through sites like JustPark. Homeowners, schools, churches and business owners can list their unused parking spots for free and set limits on when they are available. JustPark, which deposits earnings via PayPal, doesn’t take a commission and allows space owners to set their own rates. Read More: Gay Pride Parade 2016: 10 Fabulous Outfits Under $30 16. Care for traveling tots Vacationing parents might want a night out or need a nanny to help during an extended summer stay. If caring for kids appeals to you, consider registering at a site like Care.com, which offers pre-screened childcare providers for families who might not know babysitters in the area. Care.com caregivers set their own rates and schedules, and a new U.S. job is posted every 30 seconds. Basic membership is free, and Care.com offers a premium membership for about $37 a month. 17. Write about travel Some travel writers have built large enough online followings that they can start their own vacation-related companies or earn cash from advertisers. However, travel writing takes persistence, said Steve Vickers, owner of independent online travel guide Routes North, which focuses on Sweden. “You need to be prepared to stick with it for the long haul, writing lots of content and covering topics and/or regions that haven’t yet found their way onto other travel sites,” said Vickers. “At the same time, you need to make sure there’s a big enough audience out there to justify all those hours of writing.” 18. Go green to make green The summer travel season means some homeowners who typically do their own yard work might be looking for help with mowing and maintenance. If you are seeking occasional yard care jobs, sites like TaskRabbit are good starting places. Lawn care pros can also apply to be vendors at the online marketplace GreenPal, which levies a 5 percent transaction fee for services scheduled through its site. 19. Start swimming Resorts and other vacation destinations often need additional lifeguards during the peak summer travel season. Take a lifeguarding class through the American Red Cross to prepare for these positions. The Red Cross also offers classes for lifeguard management and swim instructors, among other positions. 20. Sell your scuba skills To land this summer job, start by earning a basic open water diver certification. From there, you can earn certifications through organizations like the Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI), the world’s leading global certification agency, to be an assistant instructor, instructor or dive master. According to Simply Hired, the average salary for dive guides is $31,000. However, rates vary depending on the company, location and instructor’s experience level. 21. Consider a hostel takeover Hostel workers have the rare opportunity to travel the world, jumping from one job to the next. Some hostel workers even get to live rent free. Unfortunately, if you plan to work at a hostel, you’ll probably have to travel on a tight budget. Hostel workers in the U.S. make an average of $20,000 annually, according to Simply Hired. 22. Attend summer shows Summer is peak season for festivals and fairs in many parts of the country. If you are a talented visual artist, metalworker or quilter, or excel at another craft, consider selling your wares at these events. FestivalNet offers information and resources for vendors looking to sell at a variety of events. Basic membership is free, and the pro membership, which starts at $49 a year, offers additional services for sellers. 23. Be a caddie Caddying isn’t just for teenagers. Ranked by Forbes as one of the best-paying summer jobs, it draws golf lovers from all walks of life, particularly in the nation’s tourist meccas. You can search for a caddy job on your own or use a management company like Caddie Connection to find summer gigs. While you probably won’t earn a six-figure salary like some of the top PGA caddies, you’ll likely get a few games in yourself. 24. Work summer concerts Some concert venues need security staff and other employees year round, while others only draw crowds during the summer. Big festivals also need workers to clean, serve food and drinks and keep crowds under control. Contemporary Services Corporation provides security staff and other event services through its more than 50 branches around the country. The site currently advertises a wide range of open positions with different hourly rates. 25. Take a cruise Summer is the busiest season for many cruise lines, and they often need extra employees to staff ships. If taking to the sea appeals to you, it’s possible to find a shipboard job that offers great pay and perks. Search for jobs on your own or use a cruise career consulting firm like Seamax International, which offers free membership on the site Cruise Ship Jobs, as well as premium packages for job seekers. Try some of these ideas to make money off summer travelers this year. You might just earn enough to take a vacation of your own. This article originally appeared on GoBankingRates.

Im Getting to do My Favorite Thing April 2nd in Greenville - Work It Daily

Im Getting to do My Favorite Thing April 2nd in Greenville - Work It Daily By J.T. O'Donnell Anyone who knows me knows my favorite subject to talk about is career identity. I have been studying the subject full-time for 8 years. I've written papers, posts and publications on the subject. I've done numerous trainings, seminars and presentations to 1000's of people. In short, countless hours have been spent exploring this and I still never get tired of it. That's why I can't wait to meet Thomas Parry and the rest of the Linking the Upstate crew this week in Greenville. I'll be presenting there and talking about critical skills needed today to help you create your career identity (a.k.a. your personal brand). In fact, yesterday I even did a web interview with Channel 7 news anchor Amy Wood. And speaking of strong career identities...Wow! Amy is a well-branded professional who has created her own web TV for work and a great blog for her viewers called The Ribbit. Here's the interview... So, if you are in or near Greenville, please come join me for a powerful discussion on how to take control of your career identity! AND, if you aren't near Greenville but would like information on how we can bring this program to your neck of the woods, send us an e-mail at info@workitdaily.com and we'll talk - like I said, I never miss a chance to talk about career identity! Have you joined our career growth club?Join Us Today!

How to Become a Flight Attendant

How to Become a Flight Attendant Interested in ajob that lets you landsee the world? Becoming a flight attendant might be just the ticket. The hours can be pretty unusual, and such an inconsistent lifestyle isnt for everyone. But if you can put up with the erratic schedule and below-average pay, plenty of adventure and unique perks await you.How exactlydoesone become a flight attendant, and what does this lifestyle really look like in practice? Weve rounded up the answers below.What Does a Flight Attendant Do?A flight attendant is someone whose primary duty is to ensure the safety and comfort of passengers during an airline flight, according to career site, Sokanu. They are part of the cabin crew for the plane, a team of personnel who operate a commercial, business or even military aircraft while traveling domestically or internationally.Private flight attendants must truly be ready to go at a moments notice. Youll also have to wear more hats than you might as a commercial attendant. In private aviation, the expense for new-hire training is more often taken on by the attendant on the frontend but, again, you are likely to be more highly compensated than a commercial attendant.Corporate (or commercial) flight attendants tend to have more control over their schedules.Another thing new-hire training for corporate flight attendants is usually paid and, upon successful completion, your status as an airline flight attendant is typically guaranteed.What Are the Perks of Being a Flight Attendant?Travel, of course, is the primary perk. You can also travel outside of work, as fruchtwein airlines offer deeply discounted tickets to both flight attendantsand their families, plus youre eligible for some pretty sweet discounts from great travel sites, hotels, car rental services and vacation packages. And for many airlines, these perks continue after youve retired.Flight attendants also receive an hourly per diem while they are away from base to help cover additional travel e xpenses, like food. It isnt much for many airlines, the per diem is capped at $3/hour. Still, for a hefty international flight with a long layover, thats some decent spending money directly in your pocket During busy periods (like holidays), you can also earn extra money by working overtime, too.Lastly, schedule flexibility is a huge perk. This is partly because youre able to get creative with the way you meet your monthly quota of in-flight hours worked if you stack these hours right, its not uncommon to get a full week off (thats seven daysin a row) every month.What Are the Downsides of Being a Flight Attendant?Is this all starting sound a little too good to be true? Your skepticism is warranted being a flight attendant comes with its drawbacks, too.InconsistencyInconsistent is an understatement. In an ideal world, you can create your own schedule, but that doesnt always happen in practice, especially if youre new to the industry. Thats because a majority of flight attendants sta rt off working as reserve when your schedule is at the mercy of the airline. Some flight attendants work for a particular airline for years and years before they begin to actually enjoy flexibilityperks.PayThe pay usually isnt great. Entry-level salaries average out at about $25,000 a year, according to Bloomberg. (For some perspective, the U.S. Census Bureau listed the average salary in the U.S. as $56,516 in 2017). And thats for major airline carriers smaller, budget airlines pay even less. Of course, this varies with seniority and promotions. Still, it can take quite some time to actually reach that median annual salary of $40,000 that many airlines quote. Plus, youre only actually paid for in air time the time spent boarding passengers, for instance, isnt paid. That can contribute to even further inconsistencies in pay and hours worked.Where Can You Search for Flight Attendant Jobs?Check out the careers page on the website of the airlines youre interested in if you have your h eart set on joining a particular airline, its a good idea to follow their social media accounts, as some times job openings and hiring initiatives will be announced that way.Before going any further, you should also make sure you meet the requirements for a flight attendant stelle in the first place. While these requirements can differ slightly between airlines, federal aviation law mandates that attendants have at least a high school diploma (or GED) though higher education is looked favorably upon, it is not required. Know that there is no flight attendant school, per se, but you will undergo a pretty rigorous training program should you be hired. Prior customer service experience is also a plus.Additionally, there are some physical requirements, such as being tall enough to help passengers put carry-on luggage in overhead bins, but not so tall that their heads hit the planes ceiling. Height and weight requirements are airline-specific and can usually be found on that companys car eer page.Upon hire, you would be expected to pass a medical exam, drug screen and background check.How long it takes to become a flight attendantThere is no required flight attendant school like there is forpeople who choose to become pilots.Flight attendants must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or GED equivalency. In general, you must undergo 3-8 weeks of training by the airline that hired you. Most airlines will also want you to have some experience in a related field, such as customer service, for a couple of years.What Will the Interview Process Be Like?Your first flight attendant bewerberinterview is likely to be a video or phone interview (check out thesephone interview tips). Beyond the typical questions, a hiring manager for a flight attendant position will also assess whether applicants have customer service skills and are able to keep calm in a crisis. Demonstrating that you will be attentive to passengers safety is key.The in-person interview may l ast several hours. Youll likely be asked to read an example in-flight announcement and participate in a group activity so airlines can gauge how well you work with others.Examples of interview questions includeHow would you handle an emergency situation where the airplane is beginning to descend unexpectedly?If you saw a passenger being deliberately rude to one of your fellow flight attendants, how would you respond?During the middle of a flight, the pilot asks you to do a task you are not authorized to perform. What do you do?You have one seat left on an aircraft, and to fill it you have to choose from several passengers waiting on standby, a frequent flyer of this airline, a military person, and an airline employee who was hoping to fly on standby. Who gets the empty seat, and why?A passenger refuses to put on their seatbelt what do you do?What would you do if you encountered a situation where a passenger had had too much to drink?Why do you want to work for this airline company? Now that you know a bit more about the roles of and how to become a flight attendant, hopefully, youre feeling a little more confident about pursuing this exciting career path. Best of luck, and bon voyage