by Angela Copeland | Aug 20, 2015 | Job Posting
Sprouts Farmers Market is seeking a Merchandising Project Lead in Germantown, TN.
The Merchandising Project Lead will need to have understandable knowledge of all construction, operations and merchandising functions to ensure that all company initiatives and programs are instituted and in place during new store openings, store refreshes and store remodels. The Merchandising Project Lead must also operate as a self-starter and assume all job tasks assign to them with little or no supervision. The Project Lead must understand and act upon all state and federal laws and/or regulations from Health and Safety Organizations to ensure that all employees and customers are safe at all times during each project.
To learn more, or to apply online, visit the Sprouts Farmers Market job posting here.
by Angela Copeland | Aug 19, 2015 | Job Posting
Indeed is seeking a User Experience Designer, Indeed Labs in Austin, TX.
You’d be a part of Indeed Labs, working to envision, prototype and validate new product ideas using Lean Startup principles. You’ll define the the user experience (UX) and user interface (UI) of these prototypes and new products. Think of it like joining a well-funded startup seeking new problems to solve – but with the benefit of advantages like 100 million visitors per month, and millions of job postings and resumes.
To learn more, or to apply online, visit the Indeed job posting here.
by Angela Copeland | Aug 19, 2015 | Job Posting
ThyssenKrupp is seeking a Manager of Training & Communications in Memphis, TN.
Responsible for the development, coordination and presentation of effective training and development programs and for creating strategic internal communication materials that are aligned with strategic initiative. Responsible for assessing development needs, initiating training and identifying, developing or coordinating training solutions for all employees. Proactive in creatively designing and implementing educational and communication activities that enhance individual and organizational performance. Works directly with senior management and various departments in concert with the VP of Human Resources to draft key internal communications plans.
To learn more, or to apply online, visit the ThyssenKrupp job posting here.
by Angela Copeland | Aug 18, 2015 | Advice, Podcast
Episode 65 of the Copeland Coaching Podcast is now live! This episode is a rebroadcast of an earlier episode that was very popular with listeners. I hope you enjoy it!
This week we talk with August LeVangie from Memphis Reprographics in Memphis, TN. August is an Account Executive at Memphis Reprographics in Memphis, TN. Memphis Reprographics provides integrated solutions for design documents. Prior to Memphis Reprographics, August worked in both marketing and recruiting — helping to place job seekers into new roles.
On today’s podcast, August shares her advice on using LinkedIn, how job searching is like sales, and how to work with external recruiters. It’s a great inside look into the world of recruiting and headhunting.
Listen and learn more! You can play the podcast here, or download it for free on Apple Podcasts. If you enjoy the program, subscribe today to the Copeland Coaching Podcast on Apple Podcasts to ensure you don’t miss an episode!To learn more about Memphis Reprographics, visit their website at www.memphisreprographics.com.
by Angela Copeland | Aug 18, 2015 | Job Posting
Condé Nast is seeking a Data Engineer in New York, NY.
In this role, your work will make a huge impact on all of Condé Nast’s data consumers and analysts throughout the company. Seeking a data engineer with the software engineering chops to not only build data pipelines to efficiently and reliably collect and move data across systems, but also to build the tools to to take full advantage of this data. The ideal candidate has a proven track record of shipping products with reliable, maintainable code with a focus on APIs and large-scale backend systems.
To learn more, or to apply online, visit the Condé Nast job posting here.
by Angela Copeland | Aug 18, 2015 | Job Posting
Christian Brothers University is seeking a Director of Cultural Enrollment Initiatives in Memphis, TN.
Christian Brothers University is accepting applications for Director of Cultural Enrollment Initiatives, reporting to the Vice President for Enrollment. The Director of Cultural Enrollment Initiatives works to recruit, orient and new traditional undergraduate students from special student populations including international students and Latino students within the US.
To learn more, or to apply online, visit the Christian Brothers University job posting here.
by Angela Copeland | Aug 17, 2015 | Advice, Newsletter
Your business card is a critical piece of your brand. It’s right up there with the suit you wear to your interview.
So often, I attend networking events where I meet new and interesting people. People I want to stay in touch with afterward.
Unfortunately, it can be tough to do. “Why?” you might ask. Well, not everyone has a business card. Or, more accurately, not everyone brings a business card.
The reason this happens can vary, but the two biggest excuses for not having one are: “I don’t have a job right now” and “I forgot.”
I’m not sure which is worse: being out of work, or being lazy. If you don’t have a job, take heart. It’s easy to create your own card. If you want to switch to a new profession, this applies to you too. Creating a new card is a great way to get people to think of you differently.
Of the cards I do receive, some are amazing — and we’ll talk about what you can learn from the amazing cards that will help you. Some cards on the other hand totally bomb. A bad card can make it almost as hard to follow up as no card at all.
Here are some of the common business card mistakes:
- Shiny paper – The person you give your card to will want to make a note on it about how they met you, or something you talked about. When you use shiny cards, you take away their opportunity to do this.
- Strangely shaped cards – Unusually shaped business cards can be fun – for about 10 seconds. After that, the person you’re giving your card to will try to put it in their wallet or business card holder. They’ll be left wondering what to do with it when your card doesn’t fit.
- Too much information – Keep your card simple and clean. Jamming your card full of information is only a good idea if it’s useful. And, chances are, if it’s filled with too much information, nobody will read it closely enough to know if it’s useful.
Truth be told, I met a number of very interesting people at a recent networking event. It’s what got me thinking about this topic. I collected a huge stack of business cards — all people I intend to follow up with.
But, when I went back to write notes on them and file the cards away, I ran into trouble. I couldn’t write on many of the cards because they were a dark color on both sides. Many were slick. And, most were so packed full of so much information, there was nowhere to write. I literally had to find one of those permanent “Sharpie” markers to write on these cards. And, on many, you can’t even see it!
So, what can you do to build a better business card? Here are ten tips of what to do:
- Do include your name, your phone number, and your e-mail address.
- Don’t add your picture – unless you are a realtor.
- Print them on U.S. sized paper. Pick the plain Jane rectangle shape.
- Use relatively neutral color. Bright pink or green cards, for example, are distracting.
- If you don’t have a job title, or if you want to change careers, leave out a job title.
- Don’t include a logo unless you are a graphic designer or have one on retainer.
- Don’t get too creative. This is a business card, not an art project.
- Leave space on the card where someone could take notes if they wanted to.
- Don’t get the free cards that have some company’s website listed on them. Your card should only advertise you. At most, business cards are about $50 for a box.
- Use an e-mail address that represents your personal brand well. An e-mail address that includes your favorite hobby, your birth year, or your nick name are not appropriate for a business card.
Here’s a sample of my business card. I hope it gives you a few ideas.
If you’ve decided to make a card, but aren’t sure where to get them, there are a number of great websites you can check out. I don’t advocate for one site or another, but my own cards are made with GotPrint.com. Moo.com also makes an excellent card if you want to go into sales or marketing. If you would like some in person assistance with your cards, check out a FedEx Office location. There are often people who will help you on site.
I hope these tips have helped you. Visit CopelandCoaching.com to find more tips to improve your job search. If I can be of assistance to you, don’t hesitate to reach out to me here.
Also, be sure to subscribe to my Copeland Coaching Podcast on Apple Podcasts and Stitcher where I discuss career advice every Tuesday! If you’ve already heard the podcast and enjoy it, please consider leaving a review in Apple Podcasts or Stitcher.
Happy hunting!
Angela Copeland
@CopelandCoach
by Angela Copeland | Aug 17, 2015 | Job Posting
The Tennessee Credit Union is seeking a Marketing Director in Nashville, TN.
The Tennessee Credit Union (TTCU) has an exciting opportunity for the right person to lead the Marketing department as Marketing Director. TTCU is seeking a strategic, driven, and dynamic leader with a diverse Marketing background to focus on strategic direction. Develop internal and external relationships to promote the credit union and its mission, vision, and strategic direction. This position requires a team-first attitude, leadership ability and willingness to train and supervise others.
To learn more, or to apply online, visit The Tennessee Credit Union website here.
by Angela Copeland | Aug 17, 2015 | Job Posting
Medtronic is seeking a Program Marketing Manager in Memphis, TN.
To develop innovative marketing programs and services which define and promote the value of a Medtronic Business Partnership, anticipate changing health system customer needs and support the growth of core Medtronic businesses. Develops program marketing plan including strategies, objectives, tactics and budget. Conducts market analyses to maintain an appropriate level of understanding of health care financing, organization, systems and standards for care delivery to support program marketing plans. Initiates market research regarding economics of care delivery. Establishes and executes promotional strategies required to support program marketing plan. Develops and maintains relationships with health system customers to understand customer needs. Also develops and maintains relationships with internal business unit, marketing and sales staff to develop and execute the program marketing plan.
To learn more, or to apply online, visit the Medtronic job posting here.
by Angela Copeland | Aug 16, 2015 | Job Posting
The AARP is seeking a Senior Vice President, Thought Leadership in Washington, DC.
The Senior Vice President, Thought Leadership, works closely with the Chief Public Policy Officer (CPPO) to develop and implement a vision and strategy for AARP Thought Leadership. The Senior Vice President will lead a small team of subject matter experts and leverage their creativity, communication, project management, and problem solving skills to generate innovative, new business strategies that align with AARP’s enterprise objectives to grow impact and relevance.
To learn more, or to apply online, visit the AARP job posting here.
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