by Angela Copeland | Sep 9, 2014 | Job Posting
The YMCA of Arlington is seeking an Executive Director in Arlington, Texas.
The Executive Director, reporting directly to the President and CEO, has primary responsibility for the day-to-day operations of the Cooper Street YMCA Family Center. Experience in the areas of staff supervision, membership and program development, fiscal management, fundraising, volunteer cultivation and community involvement are required. Budget accountability for this family center is $3.7M with an annual scholarship campaign of $80,000. The Cooper Street YMCA Family Center is an integral part of the community, providing a wide range of programs and services to a diverse population. The Executive Director will have the skills and experiences necessary to establish a culture of quality and service in an effort to meet and exceed the goals and objectives set forth in the strategic plan. The successful candidate will model the behavioral values established by the Association and will have a passion and enthusiasm for the mission of the Y.
To learn more, or to apply online, visit the YMCA posting here.
by Angela Copeland | Sep 8, 2014 | Advice, Newsletter
If you’re like me, you occasionally have itchy feet. Since graduating from high school in Oklahoma, I’ve lived in New York, Michigan, Pennsylvania, California, and Tennessee.
When you start to think of moving, you probably rack your brain with ideas. Should you move to Boston? Maybe Los Angeles? Possibly Washington, D.C.?
These big cities are all amazing. If you’ve never lived in one, you should definitely try it once if it’s of interest to you. But, there are a few things you should remember:
- Relocation: There’s a good chance companies in a big city won’t pay to relocate you. It sounds strange on the surface, but think about it. They already have enough local talent to fill their jobs. They don’t need to relocate you.
- Cost of Living: The cost of living in big cities is often much, much higher. And worse yet, there seems to be a rumor going around that companies will give you a cost of living increase to move to a bigger city. This is very unlikely, unless you’re relocating for your current company. If you go to a big city, prepare to downsize. Your new place probably won’t have room for a car. Chances are good you won’t have luxuries like a dishwasher and air conditioning. To compare your current city to your dream city, check out this calculator on CNN.com.
- Pay: Here’s another shocker — you may actually make less money working in a larger city. Yes, I know it’s more expensive. And, I understand you have a standard of living you’d like to maintain. The thing is – big cities have more talent; in other words, more people. That means for every job, there are more qualified people to fill it. When there’s more talent available, the price companies must pay goes down.
- Degrees of Separation. If you live in a small or mid-sized city, you are probably used to the idea that it’s not very hard to get a meeting with an important person you don’t yet know. Whether it’s a company’s CEO, a hiring manager, or the head of a non-profit, you are just a few calls and e-mails away from a meeting. This isn’t so in a large city. Degrees of separation are further and the social walls are built much, much higher. Prepare for a long networking period.
It’s probably obvious by now that I’m a fan of smaller cities, like Memphis. When there are good jobs available, the list of talented, qualified candidates is shorter. It’s relatively easy to get meetings with important decision makers. And, at the end of the day, you may just be able to negotiate a bit more money.
Aside from Memphis, what other cities are viable options? I’m a big fan of cities that are around 1 M people in size, with downtown areas that are going through revitalization. Those cities are working harder than average to attract and retain talented workers. Most likely, their cost of living is less – and they may even pay you more.
Here are a few mid-sized cities to consider. These were ranked by Forbes as “The Best Small Cities for Jobs in 2014.” These were ranked based on employment data provided by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. They take into account recent growth trends, long-term growth, and the city’s momentum.
- Bismarck, ND
- Elkhart-Goshen, IN
- Columbia, MO
- St. George, UT
- Greely, CO
- Midland, TX
- Auburn-Ophelika, AL
- Naples-Marco Island, FL
- College Station-Bryan, TX
- El Centro, CA
This is a great list, but don’t just take my word for it. Check out the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Browse the US Census Data. Look at sites like EventBrite.com and Meetup.com to see what sorts of activities are going on. Read the local news. And whatever you do, go and visit! Seeing a place in person is nothing like reading about it online.
I hope these tips have helped you. Visit CopelandCoaching.com to find more tips to improve your job search.
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Happy hunting!
Angela Copeland
@CopelandCoach
by Angela Copeland | Sep 8, 2014 | Job Posting
MicroPort Orthopedics is looking for a Regional Vice President of Sales – Central in Memphis, TN.
The Regional Vice President of Sales will be responsible for the design and implementation of long-term sustainable growth strategies for a specific region inside the US geography. The position will monitor and control all daily sales management objectives and will be the direct point of contact for the appointed District Sales Leaders (DSM/DSD), Distributors and sales representatives as related to their specific geography and product mix. The RVP will work closely with their DSMs/DSDs and Distributors to ensure maximization of growth opportunities for assigned product lines. The RVP will be expected to manage the territory within the approved annual expense budget while improving morale and executing the strategic initiatives. Among other responsibilities, the RVP will work closely with their respective DSM/DSD and Distributors to determine the correct number of representatives to enable profitable achievement of growth and company objectives for assigned product lines, determine growth targets, and timely removal of representatives that do not meet corporate initiatives.
To learn more, or to apply online, visit the MicroPort posting here.
by Angela Copeland | Sep 8, 2014 | Job Posting
Gibson Guitar is seeking an Executive Vice President of Strategy & Budgets in Nashville, TN.
The EVP will be located in Nashville and report directly to the Chief Executive Officer. This position will play a key leadership role with responsibility for strategic planning, budgeting, forecasting and analytical activities. A key aspect of the position will be to partner closely with the CEO and other members of the executive management team to drive business insight and company-wide financial results, and to provide fact-based thought leadership on key strategic and financial decisions.
To learn more, or to apply online, review the Gibson Guitar posting here.
by Angela Copeland | Sep 7, 2014 | Job Posting
Crye-Leike Realtors is seeking a Social Media & Public Relations Coordinator in Memphis, TN.
This full-time position with Crye-Leike’s Corporate Office in Memphis, Tennessee will:
- Manage the public relations efforts by writing company press releases and focusing on media relations
- Serve as main information source for all media contacts requesting data and insights
- Maintain and build upon strong media contacts
- Drive the PR process with innovative thoughts and a high taste level consistent with the core values of the brand
- Develop, implement and coordinate internal and external PR strategies with the goal of increasing the exposure for the brand in a positive manner across all forms of broadcast, print and electronic media.
- Maintain and update the company newsroom and company social media presence (Facebook, LinkedIn, etc)
- Create e-mail marketing campaigns by writing and designing feature articles for the company e-newsletter
- Communicate with company sales agents and managers helping them “tell their story” to the media
To learn more, or to apply online, visit the Crye-Leike Realtors posting here.
by Angela Copeland | Sep 6, 2014 | Job Posting
The Memphis Grizzlies are looking for a Marketing Analyst in Memphis, TN.
The Marketing Analyst will assist in all aspects of program analytics for the Memphis Grizzlies and FedExForum Marketing, Communications and Broadcast Departments. This position is responsible for supporting the team with reports and analysis of digital channels, marketing campaigns, broadcast analysis and media valuation across multiple channels and providing insight related to the market, trends, customer behavior and sentiment, and current campaign performance. Success in this role requires excellent data and analysis skills but also strong communications skills, initiative and demonstrated experience with cross-functional team. This individual will be a team player with strong analytical skills, including knowledge of research methodologies, experience with data collection and forecasting.
To learn more, or to apply online, visit the Memphis Grizzlies posting here.
by Angela Copeland | Sep 5, 2014 | Advice, Media
My latest Memphis Daily News column is out, “Jobs are Like Buses.” In it, I discuss the importance of waiting until you find just the right job.
The title of my column today may sound a bit confusing. It comes from one of my own mentors. Years ago, when I was finishing graduate school, I spent a significant amount of time searching for the right job.
Occasionally, one would pop up that would seem almost right. It would have a great job description. The company seemed stable. The team seemed interesting. But, there was something about the hiring manager that was off – or perhaps the company wasn’t offering a competitive salary.
I would meet with my mentor to tell him about the jobs I was considering, and discuss the pros and cons of each. If a job seemed like the wrong fit, he would encourage me to walk away. The thought of turning down an offer without another in hand was nerve-wracking. My mentor would then remind me, “Jobs are like buses. Just wait; another one is always coming.”
To learn about why it’s important to wait for the right job, read my entire Memphis Daily News column here.
by Angela Copeland | Sep 5, 2014 | Job Posting
Dave Ramsey is looking for a Creative Director of Business to Business in Nashville, TN.
The Creative Director is required to posses extensive leadership experience and a deep understanding of concept and design across a range of digital and traditional media. The Creative Director will work with their team to design across a variety of platforms, including but not limited to: websites, mobile experiences, apps and immersive environments, and digital marketing and social media channels.
The Creative Director will work with the Executive Creative Director, and Chief Marketing Officer, as well as be part of a leadership team comprised of development, marketing and business units that will help execute on the Business-to-Business division’s strategic direction.
To learn more, or to apply online, visit the Dave Ramsey posting here.
by Angela Copeland | Sep 5, 2014 | Job Posting
St. Jude (ALSAC) is seeking a Liason of Brand Strategy & Marketing in Memphis, TN.
This person is responsible for providing brand strategy support and guidance for ALSAC’s high-visibility marketing and fundraising efforts. Participates at a high level in the development of brand strategies and creation of integrated, multi-channel marketing plans and campaigns, which promote St. Jude’s brand awareness and support fundraising efforts. Works closely with the brand and marketing strategy management team to ensure all strategies and tactics are aligned with the organization’s Strategic Plan and brand platform. Works seamlessly with marketing operation project managers. Leads strategy development of projects as delegated by the VP, Sr. Director or Director of Brand Marketing.
To learn more, or to apply online, visit the St. Jude (ALSAC) posting here.
by Angela Copeland | Sep 4, 2014 | Job Posting
Thomas & Betts is seeking a Marketing Technology Manager in Memphis, TN.
This person will be responsible for leading the e-Business Team in developing, executing and driving our e-Business strategy. The ideal candidate must have a strong track record of working with sales, marketing, product management and I.T. to deliver productivity e-Tools for internal and external customers.
Specific responsibilities include leading the e-Commerce team and managing the project funnel cross functionally to deliver best-in-class e-Tools. The candidate will be responsible for communicating e-Business strategies, tactics and project updates throughout the organization, soliciting support and staying current with emerging technologies, industry trends and competitive positions.
To learn more, or to apply online, visit the Thomas & Betts posting here.
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