by Angela Copeland | Mar 30, 2015 | Job Posting
Yodle is seeking a Director of Local Sales Operations in Austin, TX.
The Director of Local Sales Operations will oversee headcount planning, compensation design, and strategic Sales and Service work within the Local organization.
- Continually analyze Sales plans and Service plans to optimize future results and effectively scale the organization
- Advocate of behalf of Local with Consumer Marketing, Product, and Product Performance
- Work closely with the President of Local to budget, plan, and deliver on our financial commitments
- Represent Local for any reporting data needed to run the Sales and Service force
- Design and refine Sales and Service compensation plans to drive the right results for the organization
- Drive strategic planning within Sales and Service to continually improve results and effectively grow revenue
- Monitor and help manage the operating budget for all of Local Sales, Service, & Marketing
- Prepare & present presentations for monthly review
- Work with Finance to develop and continue to refine Local’s Sales and Service model, including headcount, productivity, OPEX, and overall budget management
- Work with Finance on Local’s annual budgeting process
To learn more, or to apply online, visit the Yodle job posting here.
by Angela Copeland | Mar 30, 2015 | Job Posting
Cloud for Good is seeking a Director of Professional Services in Memphis, TN (or remotely).
The Director is responsible for overseeing and leading consulting activities, including the management of multiple projects to include execution of assessments and project plans, achievement of deliverables and mentorship of Cloud for Good consulting teams. This includes oversight and leadership of multiple teams in all aspects of the consulting service offerings. Successful candidates will be highly experienced in deploying Salesforce solutions for nonprofit organizations, have strong project management skills and the ability to juggle multiple projects at one time. You need to be a Salesforce expert and speak fluent nonprofit.
To learn more, or to apply online, visit the Cloud for Good job posting here.
by Angela Copeland | Mar 27, 2015 | Advice, Media
My latest Memphis Daily News column is out, “Personally Impersonal.”
It’s not an uncommon experience for an interview to go incredibly well, and then to receive a very impersonal “thanks, but no thanks” e-mail from the hiring manager. Even worse, you could receive an automated e-mail from the company’s application system that provides virtually no information. This experience can be frustrating at best and anger inducing at worst.
Many people wonder, “The interview went so well! How could I have not gotten the job?” It’s discouraging and can make a candidate second guess the entire job search process. They may begin to wonder what the point is of even trying.
Growing up, we’re taught in school that if you work hard, good things will come to you. And, if you do your best, you’ll fairly be awarded the prize you worked for. Unfortunately, things don’t always play out in the way we’d define as fair. Learning this lesson can be a painful one.
To learn all of the potential reasons you were rejected (that aren’t you), check out my entire Memphis Daily News column here.
by Angela Copeland | Mar 24, 2015 | Advice, Podcast
Episode 44 of the Copeland Coaching Podcast is now live!
This week we talk with Lizzie Post and Daniel Post Senning from The Emily Post Institute in Burlington, VT. Lizzie and Dan co-host a great podcast called Awesome Etiquette where they guide listeners through everything from traditional etiquette quandaries to newly emerging issues in the modern world. They’ve also written a number of etiquette books, including The Etiquette Advantage in Business, a guide for professionals on navigating every day and unusual situations in the office.
On today’s podcast, Lizzie and Daniel share their advice on what to wear, small talk, awkward moments, and digital etiquette.
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 Lizzie and Daniel, visit their website at www.emilypost.com.
by Angela Copeland | Mar 23, 2015 | Advice, Networking
I have a question for you. It’s a very important one. Think back to the time when you landed your last job. How did you get it? Did you apply online? Did a friend or former coworker help you?
My guess is there’s at least a 50% chance that someone helped you. They were in some way an advocate for you, providing a great reference, or just passing your resume on to the right person.
So, what would make your job search today any different? Nothing! Although websites like Indeed.com and LinkedIn.com made it easier than ever to apply online, it doesn’t change the fact that an in person connection is incredibly helpful.
If you have negative feelings about networking, you’re not alone. I hear from many people every day that they feel badly to ask someone to have a coffee. They feel guilty because they don’t believe they’re bringing anything to the table. And, worse of all (in their minds), they need something. They need help with their job search.
So, let’s break this apart a little. First, if the person you’re meeting is successful in their own career, there’s pretty much a 100% chance that they network. Yes. They didn’t get to where they are by being brilliant alone. They’ve been fostering relationships all along the way. They understand how this works.
Second, you may perceive you bring nothing to the table, but is that really true? Here are a few examples of what you might bring and haven’t even thought of:
- You might be their perfect future employee
- You might know someone who could be perfect for a role they’re trying to fill
- You might be able to partner with them on a project
- You might know someone they’d like to be connected to at a company where they’re looking
- You might know a vendor they need an introduction to
- You might be able to provide some free insight on something you know about that they don’t (whether this is how to repair a computer or which restaurant they should take a client to)
- You might help one of their friends or family members
- You might hire them in the future after you’ve found a new job
- You might just provide friendship when they’re in a time of need
Often, you have no idea what you might bring to the table because, until you sit down with someone, you don’t know what they might need in return. And, networking is a long term endeavor of relationship building. It’s not a quick business transaction.
I remember when I first came out of college and began devoting energy to networking. “Networking” was the most exciting word to me at the time because it meant “making business friends.” And, who can’t use a few more friends?
Honestly though, the best time to network is now. If you don’t need something today, reach out to someone else who might. Building up your own good will can be a significant help in the future when you do need assistance.
If you’re not sure where to look, try these ideas first:
- Check your LinkedIn – Is there someone you haven’t spoken to in a while?
- Check out Meetup.com – Find new local networking events and special interest groups.
- Ask close friends and family – Warm introductions to new connections can go a long way!
Whatever you do, get out there and start networking. The bigger and more diverse your network is, the more likely it is you’ll be able to find help when you need it.
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 | Mar 17, 2015 | Advice, Podcast
Episode 43 of the Copeland Coaching Podcast is now live!
This week we talk with Kathryn Martin, Therapist at Honeymoon Therapy in Austin, TX. Kathryn works with her clients to develop better relationships and greater life satisfaction. In addition, she has an extensive background in fitness and has worked as a fitness therapist for a number of years.
Kathryn shares her advice on coping with work stress, how fitness plays into our emotional well-being, and when to seek out a therapist.
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 Katheryn, visit her website at www.honeymoontherapy.com.
by Angela Copeland | Mar 16, 2015 | Advice, Newsletter
At times, job seeking can feel like an undercover spy movie. After all, if your boss were to find out you’re looking for a new job, your current job could come to an end.
Although it may seem silly at times, the importance of using discretion in your search can truly not be overstated. Here are a few tips on keeping your search under wraps.
- Don’t tell your coworkers – At work, we often befriend our coworkers. In some cases, they were our friends before we started working at our company. We have built trust in them and so we feel like we can share the burning thing on our minds – we’re looking for a job. But, beware! Your friend is still your coworker. They may feel the obligation to protect their own job by telling the company you’re looking. Or, they may have a tough time keeping secrets. Either way, if your news gets out too soon, you could be without a job.
- Don’t tip them off with LinkedIn – This doesn’t mean you shouldn’t be updating your LinkedIn profile. In fact, you should – all the time. The fact that a few things have changed here and there shouldn’t be unusual. But, if you are doing a mass update, ensure that your notifications are turned off. Have you ever received an e-mail from LinkedIn that a friend has received a promotion, or has a new title? These notifications go out automatically when you update your profile if you don’t specify in your preferences that you don’t want them to be sent. While you’re looking for a job, take the time to turn off these notifications.
- Be discrete when you tell friends you’re looking – Often at dinner parties or networking events, we update our friends on our careers. These social gatherings can often be a good time to let those around you know you’re looking. But, if you do disclose your status, do it quietly and carefully. The last thing you want is to become the center of gossip that finds its way back to your office.
- Don’t post your grievances on social media – Let’s face it. If things were perfect at work, you probably wouldn’t be looking. Even if your Facebook wall is private and even if you aren’t friends with coworkers there, do not post negative things about your boss, coworkers, or workplace. And, keep any interviews to yourself. The world is small. You’d be surprised at how quickly things can get back.
- Don’t suddenly begin dressing formally at work – One of the biggest visual clues that you’re looking is how you’re dressing. If you typically wear jeans and a polo shirt to work and you’ve started wearing suits every day, people are going to wonder what’s up. If you have an interview during the workday, consider packing your suit in your car. Worst case scenario, you can change in a public restroom after you leave work, on your way to the interview.
- Be consistent – Even though you may be tired of your job and sure you’re going to land another one soon, keep delivering the same quality of work you always have. Show up at the same time. Leave at the same time. Produce good quality work. First, this will keep people from suspecting you’re looking. Second, it’s important to maintain your integrity as you wrap up one job for the next.
Last, but not least, be prepared to let it roll off your back if someone suspects you’re looking for a job and brings it up to you. When I worked in corporate, I would often wear a suit to work. About five years ago, I was walking through the hallway at work when a C-level executive stopped me. “Wow! You look great! Do you have an interview today?!” I quickly (and casually replied), “Every day’s an interview!” The executive was so impressed with my response that he completely forgot his original question. Truth be told, I DID have an interview that day! But, I was able to dodge being discovered because I had been wearing suits to work frequently and I didn’t react when asked about it.
Being a stealthy interviewer is both helpful to your job search – and to preserving your current job. Just because you’re interviewing, there’s no guarantee you’ll get (or want) an offer from a particular organization. Keep things quiet to protect your current position and future opportunities.
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 | Mar 15, 2015 | Job Posting
KIPP Austin Public Schools is seeking a Director of School Operations in Austin, TX.
Reporting to the school principal, the Assistant Principal of Operations is the operational leader of the school. They are responsible for all non-instructional matters required to run the school. This position is critical to KIPP Austin Public School’s theory of action as it provides the school principal and instructional assistant principals the opportunity to focus almost exclusively on teaching and learning within the schools. The Assistant Principal of Operations will manage the school front office team, serve on the school leadership team, and serve as the primary liaison to the regional operations teams.
To learn more, or to apply online, visit the KIPP Austin Public Schools job posting here.
by Angela Copeland | Mar 14, 2015 | Job Posting
Brinker International (the company that owns Chili’s) is seeking an IT Director, Business of IT in Dallas, TX.
The successful candidate will lead all aspects of the Business of IT structure and processes to include PMO, VMO, multi-year planning and the IT governance framework and process. This position will own leadership responsibility for running a best in class organization, maintaining asset management, SDLC and PMLC strategies and project governance for all applications and infrastructure, while prioritizing projects and business deliverables that directly impact our restaurants, team members and guests. In addition, this leader will play a key leadership role in defining and executing strategic programs that align IT and our business channels to win together.
The successful candidate must be an engaged and accountable leader as well as a strategic thinker able to turn great ideas into action. Leadership responsibilities will include focus on project, financial, vendor and asset management helping the organization enable and support our business partners. This position will report directly to the Chief Information Officer. The expectation is this individual will play a senior leadership role within the IT team and across all the Brinker business channels.
To learn more, or to apply online, visit the Brinker job posting here.
by Angela Copeland | Mar 13, 2015 | Job Posting
Butler Snow is seeking a Business Proposals and Projects Manager in Memphis, TN.
The Business Proposals and Projects Manager is responsible for strategies and tactics to attract new business and expand the existing client base. The person will work closely with the Chief Marketing Officer, other Marketing and Business Development team members as appropriate, practice group leaders and attorneys to develop business development and marketing goals that raise the profile of the practice, department and firm. This position will also assist with efforts to prepare all assigned proposals, and the proposal shall meet the requirements of the client and clearly define the scope of work and services to both the client and the internal group. The proposal shall be prepared in a timely manner to comply with internal review requirements and client requirements.
To learn more, or to apply online, visit the Butler Snow website here.
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