When a reader reviews your resume, you have a very small window of opportunity to make an impression. It is your job to connect the dots between what you offer and what the employer seeks.
You could be perfect for the job, but unless you quickly capture their attention and connect your skills with their needs, you won’t land an interview. Consider how to make yourself the perfect candidate. Specify your skills and accomplishments in your resume; don’t assume the reader will stop to think about what you have to offer. It’s your job to fill in the blanks and help the reviewer envision you working for them.
Two key “dots” for you to connect involve:
(1) knowing your skills and what you have to offer and
(2) having a clear understanding of your prospective employer’s needs.
Does your resume do that? You can have the most visually appealing, skills and accomplishment focused resume, but if it does not appeal directly to your employer of choice, it is not going to do you that much good. Think about it - are you connecting the dots?
Tuesday, July 14, 2009
Monday, July 13, 2009
LinkedIn Networking: 3 Ways to Find Great People to Connect With & Meet on LinkedIn
After networking with several great people over the last several days, which have in essence been conversations that seem more like a veritable cross-breeding of ideas, I believe that more and more people are starting to see the potential value of meeting new people on LinkedIn. Now, just because you are open to doing this does not mean that you necessarily need to become a LinkedIn Open Networker, or LION.
There are many methods to the madness of connecting with new people. One of these great people that I met recently, Tim Tyrell-Smith, wrote a great blog post about his way of virtually meeting and then connecting with new people on his “The Art of Connecting on LinkedIn” post. By the way, his blog, Spin Strategy, is a must for anyone who is in transition and looking for wisdom. You can find out more about his blog in my Resources section.
My method for connecting with new people is using the vehicle of the LION brand, in contrast to Tim’s approach. You can find out more about my thought process concerning this in my recent blog post of why I am a LinkedIn Lion.
OK. As I mention to almost everyone I meet, if you are on LinkedIn and not meeting new people, stay off it and delete your account. If you just want to find old friends, find them, put their contact details in your personal address book, and you’re done! No need to login anymore.
LinkedIn is a Social Networking site…it is there for you to be Social and Network!
If you feel a little bit intimidated by connecting with new people on LinkedIn, here are my three favorite ways to help you find that perfect person to connect with, regardless of your objective.
Join a Group and Participate. Come on, there are more than 300,000 LinkedIn Groups out there. You put a keyword in the Search box for Groups and voila! you shall find a Group that interests you. Join it. You can join up to 50. And after joining, check out the Discussions boards. Yes, there is a lot of spam out there. People selling their wares. Job posts. Skip over those and look for interesting discussions. Participate. And when you run across someone you respect or a “virtual” soulmate, ask them if they would be cool if you sent them an invite. Can’t find an interesting discussion? Start one! Participate. And if what you are discussing is on target for the Group mission but no one responds, try a different Group. You are bound to find one that “fits” you.
Ask a Question. Answer a Question. LinkedIn Answers is awesome. Have you ever browsed around the different categories of questions they have there? You can do this by selecting Answers from the top of your Home Page and checking them out. I am sure there is a category that corresponds with your interests and/or objectives. Something that you’re curious about that you couldn’t find in the Answers database? Ask it! You will be pleasantly surprised by the quality and quantity of people that will answer it, and there will be more virtual “soulmates” that you will find to connect with. Better yet, Pay It Forward and Answer a Question.
Search for and Attend a Networking Event. Have you checked out the LinkedIn Events database recently? Do a search for actual networking events or “meetups” nearby you. I live in L.A. I did a search and found this great networking event, put on by the Rockstar Lewis Howes. There are almost 200 people attending this event. Plus, you can actually see the people (including myself) who have RSVPed for this event. I am sure that there is bound to be someone out of 200 people that you would like to connect to. Attend the event and physically meet them. If you mutually agree, connect with each other on LinkedIn.
There are many other ways to connect with people on LinkedIn, but hopefully this will get you out there connecting with and ideally meeting new people.
LinkedIn is the means, not the end.
Your objective with LinkedIn, like with any other Social Networking site, should be in connecting with and meeting new people.
There are many methods to the madness of connecting with new people. One of these great people that I met recently, Tim Tyrell-Smith, wrote a great blog post about his way of virtually meeting and then connecting with new people on his “The Art of Connecting on LinkedIn” post. By the way, his blog, Spin Strategy, is a must for anyone who is in transition and looking for wisdom. You can find out more about his blog in my Resources section.
My method for connecting with new people is using the vehicle of the LION brand, in contrast to Tim’s approach. You can find out more about my thought process concerning this in my recent blog post of why I am a LinkedIn Lion.
OK. As I mention to almost everyone I meet, if you are on LinkedIn and not meeting new people, stay off it and delete your account. If you just want to find old friends, find them, put their contact details in your personal address book, and you’re done! No need to login anymore.
LinkedIn is a Social Networking site…it is there for you to be Social and Network!
If you feel a little bit intimidated by connecting with new people on LinkedIn, here are my three favorite ways to help you find that perfect person to connect with, regardless of your objective.
Join a Group and Participate. Come on, there are more than 300,000 LinkedIn Groups out there. You put a keyword in the Search box for Groups and voila! you shall find a Group that interests you. Join it. You can join up to 50. And after joining, check out the Discussions boards. Yes, there is a lot of spam out there. People selling their wares. Job posts. Skip over those and look for interesting discussions. Participate. And when you run across someone you respect or a “virtual” soulmate, ask them if they would be cool if you sent them an invite. Can’t find an interesting discussion? Start one! Participate. And if what you are discussing is on target for the Group mission but no one responds, try a different Group. You are bound to find one that “fits” you.
Ask a Question. Answer a Question. LinkedIn Answers is awesome. Have you ever browsed around the different categories of questions they have there? You can do this by selecting Answers from the top of your Home Page and checking them out. I am sure there is a category that corresponds with your interests and/or objectives. Something that you’re curious about that you couldn’t find in the Answers database? Ask it! You will be pleasantly surprised by the quality and quantity of people that will answer it, and there will be more virtual “soulmates” that you will find to connect with. Better yet, Pay It Forward and Answer a Question.
Search for and Attend a Networking Event. Have you checked out the LinkedIn Events database recently? Do a search for actual networking events or “meetups” nearby you. I live in L.A. I did a search and found this great networking event, put on by the Rockstar Lewis Howes. There are almost 200 people attending this event. Plus, you can actually see the people (including myself) who have RSVPed for this event. I am sure that there is bound to be someone out of 200 people that you would like to connect to. Attend the event and physically meet them. If you mutually agree, connect with each other on LinkedIn.
There are many other ways to connect with people on LinkedIn, but hopefully this will get you out there connecting with and ideally meeting new people.
LinkedIn is the means, not the end.
Your objective with LinkedIn, like with any other Social Networking site, should be in connecting with and meeting new people.
Networking Sites..
What Networks Have you Joined? *
LinkedIn
Ecademy
Ryze
Xing
Spoke
Viadeo
ZoomInfo
Network2Connect
ExecuNet
BrightCircles
Amodus
orkut
Knowmentum
Friendster
Networking for Professionals
60 Second Networking
Ecademy
Ryze
Spoke
Viadeo
ZoomInfo
Network2Connect
ExecuNet
BrightCircles
Amodus
orkut
Knowmentum
Friendster
Networking for Professionals
60 Second Networking
How to organize your job search
Just as we need to be organized at work, we should treat our job search just as serious. We’ve all heard the phrase that a job search is itself, a job too. So treat it like one. I recently stumbled across a great blog titled EmploymentDigest.net , that provides great advice on how to keep your job search organized. Plus, if you’re receiving unemployment like me, this helps track your job applications, if the state comes calling asking for proof of your job search activity.
The blog’s article “Job hunting? Get yourself organized,” suggests creating and maintaining an Excel spreadsheet to track all of your job search activity. I couldn’t agree more. There couldn’t be any better advice. The blog post lays out several reasons why this helps.
1)Keeps you on top of what positions and with what companies you’ve applied. This way you don’t criss-cross jobs and apply more than once. That doesn’t look so good.
2)The spreadsheet is a central location to save all the pertinent contact info for each job you applied for. This way you know exactly where to go to find contact info to do your follow-ups. This is much easier than searching through your emails to find everything.
3)You know what dates you apply for each job. This looks impressive if/when you get calls from the recruiters or hiring managers. If they ask when you applied, you can reference your spreadsheet to find the exact date versus saying “I believe a few weeks ago.”
And guess what, I did a search online and I found someone who was gracious enough to share the spreadsheet template they created to track their job search activity. Download the job search spreadsheet here. You may want to revise it to match your liking. But at least part of the work is done for you.
The blog’s article “Job hunting? Get yourself organized,” suggests creating and maintaining an Excel spreadsheet to track all of your job search activity. I couldn’t agree more. There couldn’t be any better advice. The blog post lays out several reasons why this helps.
1)Keeps you on top of what positions and with what companies you’ve applied. This way you don’t criss-cross jobs and apply more than once. That doesn’t look so good.
2)The spreadsheet is a central location to save all the pertinent contact info for each job you applied for. This way you know exactly where to go to find contact info to do your follow-ups. This is much easier than searching through your emails to find everything.
3)You know what dates you apply for each job. This looks impressive if/when you get calls from the recruiters or hiring managers. If they ask when you applied, you can reference your spreadsheet to find the exact date versus saying “I believe a few weeks ago.”
And guess what, I did a search online and I found someone who was gracious enough to share the spreadsheet template they created to track their job search activity. Download the job search spreadsheet here. You may want to revise it to match your liking. But at least part of the work is done for you.
Sr RPO Manager
I am looking for a Sr. RPO Manager. If you or anyone you know has RPO experience Please forward them this job description. Thanks!
Target Salary: $80K to $90K + 7-13% bonus
Location – Duluth Ga
Responsibilities include:
· Working from a Work Force Plan and direction from the Manager of Talent Acquisition, the Sr. RPO Consultant monitors and directs the activities of existing RPO vendors.
· Details and reports on performance and delivery of service level agreements established during the engagement of the perspective RPO vendor.
· The Sr. RPO vendor consultant advises the Sr. Talent Acquisition leadership on progress, gaps and potential failure factors that are encountered in day to day interactions with the vendor as well as staff of vendor.
Core Competencies:
· Ability to manage work – effectively manage one’s time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently and accurately. (i.e: Prioritizes work effectively; effectively manages workload, meetings, and events; leverages resources; stays focused.)
· Proven ability to develop and document a vendor search strategy, and follow that strategy through to results.
· Strong communication skills – Clearly conveys information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups. (i.e.: Organizes communication; adjusts to audience; ensures understanding; comprehends communication from others.)
· Decision making ability - Identifies and understands issues, problems, and opportunities; compares data from different sources to draw conclusions; uses effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; takes action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences. (i.e: Gathers information; interprets information; generates alternatives in a timely manner; chooses appropriate action)
· Adaptability/Flexibility - Demonstrates the ability to maintain professionalism and a positive attitude when encountering changes in the workplace. (i.e.: Seeks to understand changes; maintains positive attitude when dealing with change; makes appropriate behavioral adjustments when needed.)
Basic Qualifications:
· Minimum 10 years full life cycle Recruiting management experience
· 5 years of advanced understanding of RPO operational architecture
· 5 years of experience managing RPO vendors
· 5 years experience in HR techniques and policies
· 10 years software application experience to include MS Excel, Powerpoint, Applicant Tracking Systems, and Internet.
· 5 years in process development for recruitment functions
Preferred Qualifications:
· Systems experience to include Taleo, MS Outlook.
· Certification or formal training in project management
· Previous experience as a high volume recruiter, in a consultative environment.
Education:
· BS/BA required
Tiffany Altman Chernault
Technical Recruiter
People Network, Inc.
Office: 770-558-1714
Cell: 770-722-9278
Fax: 770-558-1710
Tiffany@peoplenetwork.com
www.peoplenetwork.com
Target Salary: $80K to $90K + 7-13% bonus
Location – Duluth Ga
Responsibilities include:
· Working from a Work Force Plan and direction from the Manager of Talent Acquisition, the Sr. RPO Consultant monitors and directs the activities of existing RPO vendors.
· Details and reports on performance and delivery of service level agreements established during the engagement of the perspective RPO vendor.
· The Sr. RPO vendor consultant advises the Sr. Talent Acquisition leadership on progress, gaps and potential failure factors that are encountered in day to day interactions with the vendor as well as staff of vendor.
Core Competencies:
· Ability to manage work – effectively manage one’s time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently and accurately. (i.e: Prioritizes work effectively; effectively manages workload, meetings, and events; leverages resources; stays focused.)
· Proven ability to develop and document a vendor search strategy, and follow that strategy through to results.
· Strong communication skills – Clearly conveys information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups. (i.e.: Organizes communication; adjusts to audience; ensures understanding; comprehends communication from others.)
· Decision making ability - Identifies and understands issues, problems, and opportunities; compares data from different sources to draw conclusions; uses effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; takes action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences. (i.e: Gathers information; interprets information; generates alternatives in a timely manner; chooses appropriate action)
· Adaptability/Flexibility - Demonstrates the ability to maintain professionalism and a positive attitude when encountering changes in the workplace. (i.e.: Seeks to understand changes; maintains positive attitude when dealing with change; makes appropriate behavioral adjustments when needed.)
Basic Qualifications:
· Minimum 10 years full life cycle Recruiting management experience
· 5 years of advanced understanding of RPO operational architecture
· 5 years of experience managing RPO vendors
· 5 years experience in HR techniques and policies
· 10 years software application experience to include MS Excel, Powerpoint, Applicant Tracking Systems, and Internet.
· 5 years in process development for recruitment functions
Preferred Qualifications:
· Systems experience to include Taleo, MS Outlook.
· Certification or formal training in project management
· Previous experience as a high volume recruiter, in a consultative environment.
Education:
· BS/BA required
Tiffany Altman Chernault
Technical Recruiter
People Network, Inc.
Office: 770-558-1714
Cell: 770-722-9278
Fax: 770-558-1710
Tiffany@peoplenetwork.com
www.peoplenetwork.com
Wednesday, July 8, 2009
Social Marketing Strategy
Why Fortune 1000 (All) CEOs Needs to Understand Social Media and Marketing
Social Marketing Needs Collaboration
Search Engines vs Social Media for Market Awareness
Social Marketing Changes Everything (Multi-Part Series)
Corporate Social Media Roadmap
About Matthew Rosenhaft
Marketing Executive, Strategy Consultant, & Blogger specializing in Corporate Branding, Social Media, Online Communities, and Web 2.0 Application Product Management.
Contact me at mrosenhaft@mindspring.com to discuss any of the above.
Regards,
-Matt
Matthew Rosenhaft
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/rosenhaft
Social Marketing Needs Collaboration
Search Engines vs Social Media for Market Awareness
Social Marketing Changes Everything (Multi-Part Series)
Corporate Social Media Roadmap
About Matthew Rosenhaft
Marketing Executive, Strategy Consultant, & Blogger specializing in Corporate Branding, Social Media, Online Communities, and Web 2.0 Application Product Management.
Contact me at mrosenhaft@mindspring.com to discuss any of the above.
Regards,
-Matt
Matthew Rosenhaft
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/rosenhaft
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)