by Angela Copeland | Aug 4, 2016 | Job Posting
Boston College is seeking an Executive Director in Boston, MA.
Eager to build on the success of Light the World, Boston College seeks a skilled professional to serve in the division of University Advancement as its Executive Director for Advancement Communications & Marketing. This is an exceptional opportunity for an accomplished professional who is interested in applying his/her talents in an environment that values groundbreaking work and outsized results.
Reporting to the Senior Vice President, the Executive Director will be responsible for setting the strategic course for Advancement Communications & Marketing while leading a robust communications team and working collaboratively with colleagues within the division and across campus.
This is a highly visible position that demands strong and focused management capability as well as savvy and creative leadership skills.
To learn more, or to apply online, visit the Boston College website.
by Angela Copeland | Aug 3, 2016 | Job Posting
The Madison Square Garden Company is seeking a Vice President of Digital Content in New York, NY.
The VP Digital Content is responsible for leading the creative strategy for all digital content creation and implementation, including experience design, sales efforts and brand activations for all of MSG’s brands, teams, productions and venues.
He/She will oversee and plan all live entertainment, productions and sports related content across all digital platforms, including our web sites and email marketing efforts. He/She will create and lead the voice of MSG’s properties and be the conduit for all sales and marketing efforts, starting from creating awareness to better ways to drive ticket sales and fan engagement.
To learn more, or to apply online, visit The Madison Square Garden Company website.
by Angela Copeland | Aug 3, 2016 | Job Posting
The Blue Grass Community Foundation is seeking a Vice President of Advancement in Lexington, KY.
The Vice President of Advancement is responsible for designing and implementing a comprehensive advancement program aimed towards the asset development and promotional efforts of Blue Grass Community Foundation. This position will oversee donor development, fundraising, major gifts and gift planning, affiliate services, special events and marketing activities. The Vice President of Advancement will lead and develop advancement team staff, setting goals and inspiring them to meet and exceed expectations.
To learn more, or to apply online, visit the Blue Grass Community Foundation website.
by Angela Copeland | Aug 3, 2016 | Advice, Job Posting
A very common issue faced by many employees is the feeling that they’re not appreciated. There’s a general sense of not feeling recognized, or being overlooked for promotions and raises. It can be overwhelming, disappointing, and demotivating to say the least.
If you find yourself in this situation, what can you do about it? How can you change the course of your career?
First, take an honest look at your performance. If you have a tendency to come in late, or to miss deadlines, work to correct these issues. Make an effort to connect to your peers and management more. Consider setting up weekly check in meetings with your boss. Have lunch with your coworkers.
But, if you have already taken an honest look, and you feel you’re doing a great job, it could be time to try another tactic. It may be time to stop beating yourself up and to look elsewhere for employment.
Much of career success is tied not just to your individual performance, but to the perception management has of you. It is also tied to how well your manager promotes your successes to their manager. If the person who hired you has moved on, you may find yourself stuck with a manager that is less than excited with your contributions (regardless of how great they may be).
Many employees take this as a sign to try harder. They may enroll in a new degree program. Or, they might take leadership classes. They could even start volunteering for causes at work, or join the company bowling league. They try to improve their skills and status.
These tactics may work. But, sadly, it is often unlikely. Once a manager’s view of you has been set, it can often be nearly impossible to change. This is especially true if they didn’t hire you. Many managers prefer to hand pick their own teams and may discredit any preexisting employees.
It can be a sad situation when an employee spends years trying to impress their existing management, only to find themselves in a hamster wheel. This process both hinders the employee’s overall growth, and their salary potential.
If you have found yourself in a less than ideal relationship with your current boss, it may be time to look for a new one. Before things are unbearable at your current job, begin looking around for openings.
A new hiring manager will select you because they like you, and they believe in you. It’s an opportunity to start fresh.
Working for someone who puts their faith in you, who listens to you, and allows you to do what you’re best at is a completely different experience. Going to work will be less of a chore, and much more enjoyable. And, it may have much less to do with your quality of work than your relationship with your boss.
If you are seeking the recognition you deserve, looking elsewhere can open up new doors to a new manager and a healthier work environment.
Angela Copeland is CEO and founder of Copeland Coaching and can be reached at CopelandCoaching.com or on Twitter at @CopelandCoach.
by Angela Copeland | Aug 2, 2016 | Advice, Podcast, Technology Jobs
Episode 109 is live! This week, we talk with Bill Schankel in Mt. Laurel, NJ. Bill is the Executive Director of the Association of Information Technology Professionals where he is responsible for strategy, governance support, and financial oversight. AITP seeks to advance the IT Profession through professional development, support of IT education, and national policies on IT that improve society as a whole.
On today’s episode, Bill shares his tips on the challenges IT professionals face today, skills professionals need beyond tech, and how to stand out during a job search.
Listen and learn more!
To learn more about the Association of Information Technology Professionals, visit the AITP website at aitp.org. AITP can also be found on LinkedIn and Twitter.
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