by Angela Copeland | Jul 20, 2015 | Advice, Newsletter
The job search process has changed tremendously in the last fifteen years. Twenty years ago, it wasn’t uncommon to walk into a business to present your resume for an opportunity. Today, a company might be surprised if you delivered your resume in person. In fact, most of your job search happens online.
And, interestingly, most of the tools you need to look for a job are inside your pocket with you right now – on your smart phone. In the Apple App Store alone, there are more than 500 apps available for download when you look up “job searching.”
Here are a few of the job apps I have on my phone today. Give them a try — they just might help!
LinkedIn – The app is a scaled down version of what’s available on the LinkedIn website. You can edit your profile, join groups, send messages, and apply for jobs. Best of all, the app allows you to search the contacts from your phone to see who else you know is also on LinkedIn.
Indeed – Much like the Indeed website, you’ll have the option to search and apply for jobs. You can also easily peruse employer reviews. This app is very straightforward and easy to use. It’s a great place to search for jobs if you find yourself looking during the day while you’re at work.
Glassdoor – Glassdoor works much like Indeed, but with added functionality. You can also search salaries by title and city. That’s right — you can find out how much certain positions pay in Memphis. You’ll also find sample interview questions to help you prepare.
Jobr – Jobr is a newer app that’s described as a “mobile job discovery and matching platform that connects corporate recruiters and hiring managers with a rapidly growing base of talented candidates. Companies can connect with a wide range of hard-to-reach passive, neutral and active candidates who are leaders in their respective fields and have matriculated from top universities.”
Jobr works for jobs much like Tinder works for dating. It’s an easy to use swipe app. I’m still new to this app and hope to share more about it with you very soon.
I hope you enjoy these apps. They can certainly enhance your job search. But, don’t forget the basics. Your smart phone is also a great place to send e-mails, and make real life person to person phone calls. Using your existing contacts to search is the most effective way to look for a job.
A recent survey by CareerXroads estimated that only 15% of people find jobs online. That means that 85% found them somewhere else — like through a friend or colleague.
The bottom line is — technology will help your search, but you still have to do the heavy lifting.
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.
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Happy hunting!
Angela Copeland
@CopelandCoach
by Angela Copeland | Jul 20, 2015 | Job Posting
Match.com is seeking a Head of Social Media & PR in Los Angeles, CA.
A hands-on role within the organization, this position will lead the development and implementation of the overall social media strategy to drive audience development and engagement via strategic programs that fully leverage the viral and engaging nature of social media (Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram, blogs, etc.).
To learn more, or to apply online, visit the Match.com job posting here.
by Angela Copeland | Jul 20, 2015 | Job Posting
Terminix is seeking a Marketing Manager in Memphis, TN.
Conceptualizes, develops, executes and manages comprehensive marketing campaigns and programs to achieve sales objectives. Contributes to marketing strategy and vision in support of current and potential business opportunities. Supports and facilitates marketing integration across the enterprise. Manages relationships with third-party business partners and agencies. Serves as an internal subject matter expert on specified marketing area(s). Develops and manages budget. Manages assigned marketing staff.
To learn more, or to apply online, visit the Terminix job posting here.
by Angela Copeland | Jul 19, 2015 | Job Posting
Electrolux is seeking an Operations Director in Memphis, TN.
This highly visible, hands-on leader is responsible for directing and coordinating all start-up activities and continuing operations for the Fabrication, Assembly and Maintenance departments at Electrolux’s Cooking Plant in Memphis, TN. The Operations Director will drive and deploy Electrolux’s manufacturing strategy to ensure ultimate satisfaction from the Customer and Consumer.
To learn more, or to apply online, visit the Electrolux job posting here.
by Angela Copeland | Jul 18, 2015 | Job Posting
Zomato is seeking a Community Engagement Team Lead in Chicago, IL.
As Head of Community, you will lead and collaborate with local community managers to build the hungriest yet most satiated foodie community the world has ever seen. You will also be responsible for planning and executing our overall community management strategy, and forging strong alliances with influencers in the F&B space. The position will involve working closely with colleagues who are located across the globe, from Dallas to Delhi
To learn more, or to apply online, visit the Zomato website here.
by Angela Copeland | Jul 17, 2015 | Job Posting
My latest Memphis Daily News column is out, “Disruptive Innovation Helps Fill in the Gaps.”
Being out of work in today’s economy can be daunting. Even as things continue to improve, finding a job can be tough. In addition to the small number of new positions created each day, the entire hiring process takes longer – despite when you find the perfect job.
Someone who was been a breadwinner and financially stable for years may find themselves unable to pay their bills. Even after cutting back expenses, they may debate between whether or not to dip into their retirement fund.
It’s an awful, out-of-control feeling. Sometimes, an unemployed person would just like to bring in a few dollars to feel like they’re contributing. With that in mind, I’d like you to consider something.
To read my entire article, and to learn more about the innovative income opportunities that could help you hold on to your financial independence, visit The Memphis Daily News website here.
by Angela Copeland | Jul 17, 2015 | Job Posting
St. Jude / ALSAC is seeking a Project Manager – IT in Memphis, TN.
Leads the planning, managing and delivery of business systems solutions and associated applications, technical support services in support of business objectives. Includes project planning, estimating, execution, and implementation of projects. Responsible for working closely with the Project Managers, Business Analysts and Information Technology Services teams to ensure the efficiency and effectiveness of systems solutions deployed in support of business goals and objectives.
To learn more, or to apply online, visit the St. Jude / ALSAC job posting here.
by Angela Copeland | Jul 17, 2015 | Job Posting
USAA is seeking a Director, Life Insurance Product Management in San Antonio, TX.
Leads a team of Product Management individual contributors responsible for the maintenance of existing products and/or development and launch of new products. Required to work collaboratively across Actuary, Underwriting, Marketing, Finance, Legal, Information Technology, Operations and the Distribution Sales and Services groups to develop industry-leading products.
To learn more, or to apply online, visit the USAA job posting here.
by Angela Copeland | Jul 16, 2015 | Job Posting
Omni Hotels & Resorts is seeking a Director of Marketing in Dallas, TX.
Omni Hotels & Resorts is seeking a dynamic, driven and highly detail-oriented individual to join the Marketing & Digital Strategy Organization as Director of Marketing, based at the corporate office in Dallas, Texas. The candidate will be directly driving marketing for and supporting some of our most critical properties and managing a team of people who manage marketing, each for a subset of these properties. They will serve as the main point of contact for the resort’s marketing needs, into the marketing and digital organization. They will need to set in motion and follow through the right strategy and programs for all properties, with the help and support from the rest of the marketing and digital strategy organization, key agency partners and beyond. The candidate will need to have strong strategic skills as well as the ability to dive deep into each key marketing element, when needed.
To learn more, or to apply online, visit the Omni Hotels & Resorts website here.
by Angela Copeland | Jul 16, 2015 | Job Posting
Thomas & Betts is seeking a Director, BU Global Distribution in Memphis, TN.
The Director Global Distribution will have full responsibility for the global and regional distribution strategy to include distribution center system design and warehousing and logistics solutions. Responsibilities include participating with an established distribution team to determine LPCW global distribution network, and review and establish LPCW global distribution model.
To learn more, or to apply online, visit the Thomas & Betts job posting here.
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