by Angela Copeland | Mar 2, 2015 | Advice, Newsletter
In our relationships, especially the personal ones, we often ignore the signs. We hope things will get better and they usually do. When it comes to love, it can at times be better to let things slide at first in hopes that they’ll work out.
But, when it comes to work, this philosophy can leave you blind-sided and without a job. I once had a friend whose entire department had been eliminated. They were the only survivor, and their office had been moved into a storage area. Fortunately, they got out just in time, but if any additional months had gone by, I’m not sure what might have happened.
Waiting until you lose your job to find another takes away your power. It leaves you helpless and desperate for anything. You’re not able to effectively negotiate and it’s unlikely your salary will grow at your new job.
Here are a few of the signs to watch for:
- Your position has been what’s called “layered.” Suddenly, there’s another layer of management between you and your boss, and you’re reporting to someone else; someone lower in position.
- You’ve been demoted. You’ve been moved into another role that’s more junior, or have been given a less significant title in your same role.
- Responsibilities are slowly being taken away from you.
- You’ve received a pay cut.
- You haven’t been given a bonus you were expecting.
- You didn’t get a raise when everyone else on your team did.
- You’re not being invited to meetings anymore.
- Your boss is beginning to send e-mails documenting all sorts of complaints about your work that you’ve never heard before.
- After years of great performance reviews, you’ve suddenly started receiving negative reviews.
- Your boss has left the company and your new boss doesn’t seem to be as “into you” or your work.
- Your department is losing money, people, and power within the organization.
What should you do when you see these signs? They’re good to take note of for your own sake. When you begin to notice the writing on the wall, it’s time to take a proactive stance. Brush off your resume, begin networking, and look around you for new opportunities outside of your current organization.
Whatever you do, don’t wait on your company to decide what they think about you. Decide what you think about your situation, and act! It will save you significant heartache in the long run. And, chances are good that if you act fast enough, you’ll end up on top, possibly making more money in a better job!
For more tips on what to do when you find yourself suddenly without a job, be sure to download tomorrow’s Copeland Coaching Podcast. I will interview Jim Simpson, an employment attorney from Allen Summers law firm. Jim has many great suggestions on what to do, and how to completely avoid a potentially negative workplace situation.
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 2, 2015 | Job Posting
The Memphis Grizzlies are seeking a Controller in Memphis, TN.
The Controller manages the league level and business operating departments from a financial perspective and oversees the day-to-day operations of the Finance department. The Controller also provides financial support to Executives, Vice-Presidents and Directors.
To learn more, or to apply online, visit the Memphis Grizzlies job posting here.
by Angela Copeland | Mar 2, 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.
To learn more, or to apply online, visit the Yodle job posting here.
by Angela Copeland | Mar 1, 2015 | Job Posting
REI is seeking a Director of Strategy in Kent, Washington.
The Director of Strategy contributes to REI’s success by supporting the development of REI’s overall Co-op strategy through leading the planning and execution of key cross functional initiatives with senior divisional leaders. This role will also assist with business development (M&A) activity along with other special topics. As the Strategy function expands this role could potentially be a successor to the current Head of Strategy. The Director of Strategy models and acts in accordance with REI’s guiding values and mission while executing on key areas.
To learn more, or to apply online, view the REI job posting here.
by Angela Copeland | Feb 28, 2015 | Job Posting
The American Cancer Society is seeking a Senior Director of Community Engagement in Memphis, TN.
Leads the integration of community engagement, health systems, and corporate and distinguished partner activities for an assigned geography centered around a major metropolitan area . Accountable for mission and income targets through relationship management and engagement of locally based corporations, small health systems, volunteer leadership groups and other community-based assets. Ensures goal achievement through the effective leadership and management of diverse staff, and the engagement and mobilization of volunteers.
To learn more, or to apply online, visit the American Cancer Society job posting here.
by Angela Copeland | Feb 27, 2015 | Advice, Media
My latest Memphis Daily News column is out, “Right Your Resume.”
Occasionally, I’ll meet with a new client who apologizes profusely in our first meeting. They apologize their resume isn’t well done, and that many of the facts in it are incorrect.
There’s one common thread to these situations. The person has always used a resume writer.
Given that I’m not a resume writer and have never hired one, I don’t want to disparage an entire industry. It very possible these people didn’t give enough information to the writer. Or, maybe there was a proofreading step they didn’t spend enough time in.
Whatever the case, one thing is for sure. Having someone else build a resume for you has major pitfalls.
Yesterday, I received a question from a reader who found an interesting-looking service on popular website Fiverr.com. Fiverr is an online marketplace that offers tasks and services with a beginning cost of $5 per job performed.
The service the reader found advertises a custom resume complete in 24 hours for $5. The sample resume shown contains small charts and a picture of the applicant. The reader asks, “Do these cool, hip resumes look awesome to prospective employers, or are they absurd noise that will get my resume sent to the shredder?”
To hear my response, and advice on “righting” your resume, read my entire column here.
by Angela Copeland | Feb 27, 2015 | Job Posting
Yodle is seeking a Vice President of Talent Acquisition in Austin, TX.
The VP of Talent Acquisition will report to the Chief Human Resources Officer, with responsibility for achieving significant quantity and quality hiring goals through development and execution of Yodle’s overall staffing strategy, ensuring that the employment brand, sourcing strategy, and selection activities reflect the values and culture of Yodle.
To learn more, or to apply online, view the Yodle job posting here.
by Angela Copeland | Feb 27, 2015 | Job Posting
Speak Creative is seeking a Digital Agency Business Development Specialist in Memphis, TN.
We are looking for an enthusiastic business development specialist to join our team and generate revenue by crafting solutions for new and current clients.
You’ll need:
- A passion for business development and initiating and cultivating relationships with new and current clients
- A desire to craft recommendations that solve problems and create movement for clients
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Experience working directly with clients and internal teams
- 1+ years experience working in business development, project management, communications or marketing (digital background preferred)
To learn more, or to apply online, visit the Speak Creative job posting here.
by Angela Copeland | Feb 26, 2015 | Job Posting
Leo Burnett Group is seeking a Vice President, Director of Leadership and Organizational Development in Chicago, IL.
Leo Burnett USA is looking for a talented leader to join our People & Culture team as the Vice-President of Learning and Organizational Development. This person would work with a team of direct reports, other peers and colleagues in P&C, leaders within the agency, our diverse employee community and external partners to develop and deliver programs and initiatives that support: leadership; employee development, engagement and growth; innovation; organizational development; a broad based coaching culture; training; team effectiveness; change management; group facilitation; knowledge management; and feedback / performance.
To learn more, or to apply online, visit the Leo Burnett job posting here.
by Angela Copeland | Feb 26, 2015 | Job Posting
H&M is seeking a Store Manager in Collierville, TN.
Responsible for maximizing sales to drive profitability. Leads, manages, and organizes the store according to H&M’s shared values, standards, policies and procedures along with the District team. Serves as manager on duty, manager of a department and support on the floor when needed in a Symbolic leader function.
To learn more, or to apply online, visit the H&M website here.
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