by Angela Copeland | Oct 5, 2015 | Job Posting
FedEx is seeking a Technical Analyst in Memphis, TN.
Under general supervision, develop high level design and detailed design deliverables to meet business requirements/specifications. Code and unit test. Develop or contribute to deliverables for additional levels of testing and support test execution including system level and integration tests. Resolve production problems of low to medium complexity.
To learn more, or to apply online, visit the FedEx job posting here.
by Angela Copeland | Oct 4, 2015 | Job Posting
Medtronic is seeking a Marketing Communications Consultant in Memphis, TN.
The Marketing Communications Consultant within the Restorative Therapies Group (RTG) is responsible for developing and delivering integrated marketing communications strategies that generate awareness, influence behavior and drive adoption of our therapies, using paid, owned and earned communications channels. You will be responsible for collaborating with product and therapy marketing teams to create effective, customer-centric communications that advance business objectives and deliver results. The role also requires building and sustaining strong relationships with peers in RTG Communications and managing agency/contract resources.
To learn more, or to apply online, visit the Medtronic job posting here.
by Angela Copeland | Oct 3, 2015 | Job Posting
Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare is seeking a Director of Integrated Clinical IT Services in Memphis, TN.
The Director Integrated Clinical IT Services will provide leadership, clinical and technical expertise for the acute care clinical services supporting the integrated electronic medical record. The Director will work closely with the organizations nursing and clinical leadership, medical staff and operational leadership to identify system requirements and establish priorities that drive the development of the clinical/nursing information systems implementation and optimization. Ongoing evaluation of the effectiveness and efficiency of current clinical systems and planning for future system modification to meet changing needs of patients, care providers and the organization. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.
To learn more, or to apply online, visit the Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare job posting here.
by Angela Copeland | Oct 2, 2015 | Job Posting
Monogram Food Solutions is seeking a Director of Sourcing & Procurement in Memphis, TN.
Based out of our Memphis Support Center, the Director, Sourcing will lead sourcing of flexible films, corrugate, folding cartons, displays, and other in-direct materials. Position will report directly to the Chief Procurement Officer.
Responsibilities include but may not be limited to the following:
- Work closely with Sales & Marketing, graphics group, and R&D on packaging of new product development efforts.
- Supplier selection and leading procurement of items across 6 manufacturing facilities.
- Work closely with plant buyers, plant operations teams, controllers, and demand planning organization.
- Overnight Travel to manufacturing facilities and suppliers.
- Qualifying new suppliers
- Approval of new packaging
To learn more, or to apply online, visit the Monogram Food Solutions job posting here.
by Angela Copeland | Oct 2, 2015 | Job Posting
Interior Architects is seeking a Director of Sustainability in New York, NY.
IA Interior Architects translates client goals, brand and culture into powerful environments built around people, processes, technologies and business drivers. TheDirector of Sustainability for the New York office is responsible for planning, coordinating and administering IA’s sustainability program. Will have responsibility for directing projects through the efforts of Project Managers, designers and architects.
To learn more, or to apply online, visit the Interior Architects job posting here.
by JJ Weir | Oct 2, 2015 | Advice, Media
My latest Memphis Daily News column is out, “Cohen Raises Questions About Fairness of Hiring Practices.”
The last time you applied for a job, you probably assumed your application and resume were the only things your future employer used to make a decision about whether or not to hire you.
Tennessee Rep. Steve Cohen and Massachusetts Sen. Elizabeth Warren have been working on a project that may change your mind on this idea.
Together, they co-authored an op-ed piece in Time describing why “It’s time to stop employer credit checks.” They’ve also introduced an “Equal Employment for All Act” in the U.S. House of Representatives.
You probably never realized it, but many employers are pulling your credit score before they hire you. If your score doesn’t match up to what they’re looking for, you might just miss out on your next big opportunity.
To read the rest of my column, and to find out how to overcome credit score difficulties, visit the Memphis Daily News website here.
by Angela Copeland | Oct 1, 2015 | Job Posting
Eventbrite is seeking a Business Development Manager in London, United Kingdom.
This position is critical in setting the direction for Eventbrite’s UK business development efforts. Eventbrite’s goal is to become the UK’s favourite ticketing and registration solution by providing organisers and attendees with simple, yet powerful, event technology. At Eventbrite, you’ll find a team of dynamic, smart and engaged people who are passionate about building communities and creating innovative products to help people get together around live experiences.
To learn more, or to apply online, visit the Eventbrite job posting here.
by Angela Copeland | Oct 1, 2015 | Job Posting
Agricenter International is seeking a President in Memphis, TN.
Agricenter International, the world’s largest urban farm and research test facility seeks a President with the following primary responsibilities:
- This person will work directly with the Board of Directors and committees to meet the overall mission for Agricenter International: a self-sustaining, not-for-profit organization that provides economic development and improved quality of life by facilitating agricultural research, educational programs, environmental conservation, natural area preservation and recreational opportunities.
- Responsible for day-to-day operations, to include but not limited to, budgeting and strategic direction.
- He/she will work with the Agricenter Commission and various Federal, State and County agencies.
- He/she shall possess the ability to ensure that Agricenter International is in compliance with the overall mission as determined by the Board of Directors.
To learn more, or to apply online, visit the Agricenter International job posting here.
by Angela Copeland | Sep 30, 2015 | Job Posting
Omni Hotels and Resorts is seeking a VP of Food & Beverage in Dallas, TX.
Provide strategic and tactical direction to all aspects of the Food/Beverage discipline including restaurants, (both in house and Bob’s Steak and Chop House), in room dining, banquets, catering, service, operations, financial management and manpower development. Identify revenue opportunities to ensure maximization of food and beverage revenues and profits. Identify and remedy cost deficiencies where they exist.
To learn more, or to apply online, visit the Omni Hotels and Resorts job posting here.
by JJ Weir | Sep 30, 2015 | Advice, Guest Post
A job interview can be one of the most nerve wracking events outs there. I believe that uncertainty in important situations is what fuels our anxiety. We so greatly wish to achieve success, get that job, that we put immense pressure on ourselves, creating doubt. This is all perfectly natural.
I have been playing basketball since I was three years old. I am continuing my career today at Rhodes College in Memphis, Tennessee. With thousands of games played under my belt, never has a game gone by without butterflies pumping through my stomach. My senior year of high school, my team was fortunate enough to play for a state championship. I was so nervous I couldn’t sleep for days in advance. Before the game I remember my hands trembling and wondering how in the world I was going to hold a basketball, let alone play with one.
Another player named Bill Russell, a much greater player than I am, was said to have thrown up before every game. Imagine being so nervous you were physically sick. Bill Russell played in thirteen NBA seasons, winning eleven championships while averaging fifteen points and twenty two rebounds per game. Not too bad. But hey, at least my team won that state championship game right?
My point is that nerves can be overcome. Personally, there are steps I take in dealing with my nerves before games that I believe can be applicable in other areas. Like a big test, a big piano recital, or a big job interview.
The key is to find ways to ensure that once the ball is tossed up, the first note is played, or the first question asked, those nerves disappear. I like to think of it as finding a rhythm. So now the obvious question, how to find your rhythm?
The first step is preparation. All of my games these days happen on weekends, so my team does something critical during weekdays. That’s right, practice makes perfect. We work on things we need come game time, such as shooting, passing, and dribbling. Our coach also prepares game film on our opponents to learn their strengths and weaknesses.
I’m not sure what day’s of the week your job interview will be on but I’m confident you will have ample time to prepare beforehand. Learn the company inside and out. Be ready to discuss aspects of the company you admire. Look up practice interview questions and review them over and over again. Put yourself in the best position for success. Think about your strengths and weaknesses.
How do you plan on emphasizing your strengths? This is incredibly important because in an interview you want to ensure your strengths are portrayed without going overboard. How will you respond when asked about your weaknesses? Be honest about them, unless you have no weaknesses, which would be pretty cool and in which case you have nothing to be nervous about.
Another thing I like to do is what I call “getting in the zone.” It’s a pretty common idea in sports. Basically around twenty to thirty minutes before the game starts, I isolate myself from most of my teammates. I try to find a quiet place somewhere, and just sit by myself and concentrate. I try to put all of my attention on the task at hand. In the case of a game, I imagine what I need to do to win. I think of the film I watched all week and what I learned. Say I now know that the guy I’ll be guarding can’t shoot three pointers. I remind myself to repeatedly lay off him when he has the ball in order not to let him go by me and get to the hoop.
Whether or not your interviewer can shoot probably won’t matter, but your approach can still be similar. Think about your preparation leading up to this. In basketball it’s critical not to over think things. Doing these things before games allows me to play freely, reacting rather than over thinking my actions and playing poorly.
I believe this can translate into an interview as well. Hopefully this can help you to communicate freely and effectively, find your rhythm and nail that job interview.
JJ Weir
JJ Weir is a future CPA whose NBA dreams were cut short due to average height and a lack of athleticism. He currently studies accounting at Rhodes College. He is also a member of the Varsity Basketball Team.
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