by Angela Copeland | Jan 30, 2015 | Advice, Media
My latest Memphis Daily News column is out, “Become the Complainer, Become the Problem.” In it, I discuss the hidden downside to speaking up and what you can do about it.
Have you ever experienced a problem at your job where you were truly in the right? A co-worker or boss did something to you that was either against the law or just ethically wrong. Maybe your boss has a temper, or perhaps you’re being discriminated against in some way.
First, these are terrible situations. If you’re working in a negative environment, I empathize with you and I in no way endorse bad behavior.
But, what should you do when this happens to you? Read my entire column here to learn more.
by Angela Copeland | Jan 23, 2015 | Advice, Media
My latest Memphis Daily News column is out, “Know What to Carry to Interviews.”
It’s official: Hiring season is on! Chances are good you’ve been sending out your resume online for every interesting job out there. Soon, you’ll find yourself invited for in-person interviews.
These interviews can be exciting and nerve-wracking. They determine whether or not you get hired. Surprisingly, the reason you do (or don’t) get hired may have little to do with your ability to do the job.
Let’s face it, managers are human. Just like you and me, they make judgments. Whether or not it’s conscious, they’re going to make assumptions about you and your abilities based on outside factors.
So, let’s talk about something you’ll want to consider on your next interview. Keep in mind as you read this – you want to be yourself. But, you also want to minimize distractions, so you’re judged on your merit.
We spend a lot of time preparing what to say and what to wear, but what about what we take with us? That’s right, the things you carry make a difference too.
For all my tips on what to bring with you, check out my entire Memphis Daily News column here.
by Angela Copeland | Jan 16, 2015 | Advice, Media
My latest Memphis Daily News column is out, “What We Can All Learn From Techies.” In it, I discuss a trend I’ve noticed in the technology world that we could all take a few cues from.
Sunday night, when most of us were relaxing and watching the Golden Globe Awards, I received a text from a friend. It said, “I spent some time today figuring out a new video software.” And, it had a link to a fun short video.
This friend doesn’t use video at work, but he and two other IT guys are creating a YouTube channel. This is the second project for the team, who also recently started a podcast, to learn about podcasting.
This occurrence isn’t an uncommon one in the technology world. Techies are creating new social work groups on Meetup.com every day. They gather together and learn how to use software like WordPress, Python, Java, Oracle and PHP. They bounce ideas off of one another about how to start a podcast, how to build video games or how to make mobile apps.
To learn how you can learn from the technology community, read my entire Memphis Daily News column here.
by Angela Copeland | Jan 9, 2015 | Advice, Media
My latest Memphis Daily News column is out, “European Job Hunt.” In it, I explore what it takes to move to Europe.
When I visited Dublin, Ireland, in 2013, I was surprised at what I found. It was a European city that in some ways reminded me of home. People were incredibly friendly. The culture was built around music, food and socializing. The city’s core is a similar size to Downtown Memphis, and it’s built around a river.
But, the part that truly stole my heart was the tech culture. In the past five years, a large number of U.S. dot-com companies have opened offices in Dublin. The list is too long to mention, but a few of the highlights include Google, LinkedIn, eBay, Amazon, Facebook, Twitter, PayPal, Apple, Indeed and Etsy.
A few weeks ago, I took a trip back to learn more about the Dublin employment scene. A number of my clients have expressed interest in moving abroad, so I wanted to get the inside scoop.
To learn more about how you might move abroad, read my entire Memphis Daily News column here. In it, I discuss my meetings with Karen Willis from Karen Willis Coaching and Barry O’Dowd from IDA Ireland.
Also, I hope you’ll enjoy a few photos from my trip below.
Gary Leyden speaking at the NDRC business accelerator
The LinkedIn office in Dublin
Accenture’s Dublin office
by Angela Copeland | Dec 5, 2014 | Advice, Media
My latest Memphis Daily News column is out, “Don’t Stop Your Job Search During the Holiday.” In it, I encourage you to keep looking for your dream job every day – even during December.
One of the biggest mistakes job seekers make is to stop looking for work over the holidays. Once Thanksgiving rolls around, our priorities shift. We decide companies aren’t hiring anyway, and we move on to other things. We begin to focus on putting up decorations and buying gifts.
Unfortunately, this routine can put you at a disadvantage when January comes. Although the hiring process over the holidays may be slower, it doesn’t stop. New jobs are posted every day. When you stop looking, you have no idea what new jobs are available. You’ll be missing out and won’t even know it.
Besides, the hiring process is just that – a process. At many organizations, you’ll find that the time between you first apply for a job and are presented with an offer can been weeks or months. It’s not uncommon for a nonprofit to take three months or more to make a decision.
By exiting your job search during the holidays, you’re losing sight of your goal to find a job. When the New Year arrives, you’ll be at least a month or more behind your competitors.
To learn what you can do to keep your job search going, read my entire column here: http://bit.ly/1zu63Nv.
by Angela Copeland | Nov 21, 2014 | Advice, Media
My latest Memphis Daily News column is out, “Doing Everything Right is Still No Guarantee.” In it, I discuss the hidden reasons you weren’t selected for the latest opportunity you applied for.
I meet people every day who are down on their luck. They’ve applied for job after job online and nothing is clicking. They’ve had a few phone interviews and even an in person interview or two. Their resume seems virtually flawless. They’re actively engaged in LinkendIn and regularly attending networking events.
They feel like they’re doing everything possible. But they must be doing something wrong because they haven’t landed their dream job yet. What could it be?
First, let me say that most people can improve on something. Whether it’s your elevator pitch, your resume, you cover letter, or even your wardrobe, we all have room for improvement.
However, when it comes to interviewing, it’s not always all about you. Just like in dating, sometimes it really is them. There are a number of situations that could be going on behind the scenes you may never know about. As you read these scenarios, consider the reasons an employer might not want to share these important details with you.
To learn about what’s going on behind the scenes and how to cope, read my entire Memphis Daily News column here: http://bit.ly/1xWc6uu.
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