by Angela Copeland | Sep 1, 2014 | Advice, Newsletter
I hope you’re having a wonderful Labor Day holiday. A celebration of the American labor movement dedicated to the social and economic achievements of workers, Labor Day is a tribute to the contributions workers have made to the strength, prosperity, and well-being of the United States.
As workers, we take advantage of Labor Day by attending pool parties, grilling out, going to the beach, and spending time with our loved ones. It caps off two months of what is a time of holiday for many people.
Speaking of holidays, did you know that hiring slows during July and August? It does! As people go on vacation, companies naturally slow their hiring down. If you’ve tried to apply for a job in the past month or so, you probably know what I’m talking about. You may have received a few out of office messages, or not received feedback in a timely manner.
Great news though – September is the time when hiring picks back up again!
So, what do you need to do now to be sure you get back into the game as quickly as possible? If you’ve been waiting for hiring to pick back up, you’re probably hating your job, or may even be unemployed. The faster you can get back into the game, the sooner things will begin to look up.
Here are a few tips for making it count in September:
- Get business cards. I’ve said it before and I will say it again – you need business cards. You never know when you’ll meet your next hiring manager. Print business cards and take them with you – everywhere. At a minimum, they should include your name, phone number, and e-mail address. Keep them simple, and avoid images.
- Keep your resume up to date. You may need an updated resume tomorrow. Why not update it today? The longer you wait, the harder it is to recall the little details, like how much extra revenue you generated last year, or by just how much you exceeded your goal last month. Keeping your resume up to date keeps you in the game.
- Stay up to date on what jobs are available. I have seen a huge influx of jobs in the past two weeks – even for those that are normally hard to find. Have you? If you haven’t, you probably haven’t been looking. Read my blog daily for some of the top jobs I’ve found, and keep your eyes on sites like Indeed for the full listing of what’s available.
- Keep networking. Networking is not something just to do at the moment you need a job. It’s something to keep up with year round – whether you’re looking or not. Staying connected helps your network to know what you’ve been up to. It also keeps you in their minds when future opportunities pop up.
- Apply online and follow up offline. Don’t just apply online. Sending your resume into the internet black hole is unlikely to land you your next job. Do the due diligence to apply online and then search for ways to follow up offline. It will increase your odds of winning that next offer.
- Practice your pitch. One of the fist questions interviewers love to ask is, “tell me about yourself.” If you’ve practiced your elevator pitch, you’ll be a pro at explaining who you are, what you’re looking for, and why you’d be a perfect for their company. Stay sharp.
- Get help. If you find yourself struggling, reach out. Whether you need help with your resume, your elevator pitch, or networking skills, there are coaches who can help you to ensure you’re bringing your A-game.
- Don’t give up. The number one rule to job searching is: don’t give up. Your persistence will pay off. It just takes time.
I hope these tips have helped you. Visit CopelandCoaching.com to find more tips to improve your job search.
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Happy hunting!
Angela Copeland
@CopelandCoach
by Angela Copeland | Sep 1, 2014 | Job Posting
Nike is seeking a Director of Operations – North America Logistics Campus in Memphis, TN.
As the Director of Operations, you’ll direct the development and implementation of the annual operations business plan to align with regional and global logistics objectives. You’ll research, design and implement innovative processes and procedures that will foster improvement of the logistics operations and service. You’ll educate staff on statistical methods for process and performance assessment and analyze performance data for the purpose of driving key decisions around service, operations and overall logistics. You’ll also facilitate and encourage continual improvement processes focused on making the operation more effective and flexible. You’ll select, motivate, develop and evaluate our Operations Management team, including recruitment and selection, person-to-person developmental, performance reviews, salary administration, professional/managerial training and Human Resource Process implementation of managers. You’ll build and maintain an interdependent relationship with all functional areas within the facility and engage in cross-functional collaboration with all supply chain functional groups. You’ll also create and conduct high profile presentations and effectively represent distribution logistics throughout the Nike matrix. You’ll direct business processes to receive, store, process and ship product timely and accurately to customers while optimizing operational results. You’ll participate in and influence Nike Supply Chain and Operations Logistics Strategy agendas from a Distribution perspective and communicate and coordinate distribution initiatives. You’ll increase visibility of Distribution through effective communication methods. You’ll develop the annual operations budget necessary to achieve the targeted sales goals while aggressively pursuing customer service standards. In addition, you’ll be accountable for achieving the annual operating budget.
To learn more, or to apply online, visit the Nike posting here.
by Angela Copeland | Sep 1, 2014 | Job Posting
YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas is seeking a Vice President of Properties in Dallas, TX.
This is an outstanding opportunity for someone who is ready to join one of the premier YMCA associations in the country. The Dallas YMCA has a track record for exceptional program innovation, community engagement, and leadership development. We will find an individual who is passionate about sharing the impact of the Y with our staff and community. We are the 19th largest YMCA in North America, and serve over 241,000 people annually through programs including teen outreach, aquatics, youth sports, childcare and health and wellness. These programs are administered by a full and part-time staff of over 2400 who serve at 21 branches, including 2 camps.
To learn more, or to apply online, view the YMCA posting here.
by Angela Copeland | Aug 31, 2014 | Job Posting
KPMG is seeking a Director of Implementation Services in New York, NY.
KPMG’s Advisory Services Practice focuses on fundamental business issues — managing risk, increasing revenues, controlling costs — that organizations, across various industries, should address in order to help them flourish. We help companies to identify and manage risks inherent in business processes and technology systems that support business objectives, and provide them with the information needed to help them meet their strategic and financial goals. Services are specialized to help clients mitigate risks across an overall risk spectrum. We are currently seeking a Director in Technology Enablement Solutions for our Management Consulting practice to join us in our New York office.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and support business development activities such as identification, proposal development, and other pursuit activities at clients while working with the appropriate KPMG resources from other service lines/industries
- Develop and deliver Advisory methodologies for various industries focused on program management and large transformational programs
- Develop and sustain trust-based relationships with Directors, Vice Presidents, and C-level executives
- Craft and deliver influential C-level communications and deliver with clarity, confidence, and enthusiasm
- Lead KPMG team in delivery of services/completion of deliverables outlined in signed statement(s) of work while managing and adhering to KPMG engagement management and financial management policies
- Support customers in driving and completing programs and projects including establishing project framework and processes while resolving issues and removing barriers to progress
To learn more, or to apply online, visit the KPMG posting here.
by Angela Copeland | Aug 31, 2014 | Job Posting
Butler Snow is seeking a Director of Professional Development in Memphis, TN.
According to established policies and procedures, the Director of Professional Development will work closely with Department Chairs, Practice Group Leaders, General Counsel’s office and others. The Director will develop and implement training programs to enhance general and practice-specific performance of attorneys and professional legal staff and their understanding of issues impacting professional responsibility, ethics and risk management, as well as a business skills curriculum and leadership training programs. The Director will have firm-wide responsibility for programs and educational opportunities provided to the Firm’s clients. These programs and initiatives are all part of Butler Snow Institute, the Firm’s training and development organization.
In addition, the Director will assist with the non-partner attorney evaluation process; track industry trends and initiatives in lawyer development; and recommend strategies for improvement. The Director of Professional Development will be responsible for developing relationships (communication and programmatic) with other legal industry related professional organizations and will identify issues and resources related to the professional development of the firm, its attorneys and professional legal staff.
To learn more, or to apply online, visit the Butler Snow posting here.
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