by Angela Copeland | Sep 1, 2015 | Advice, Podcast
Episode 67 of the Copeland Coaching Podcast is now live!
This week we talk with Leslie Schilling in Memphis, TN. Leslie is the Owner and Nutrition Counselor at Schilling Nutrition Therapy. She’s been featured in Women’s Health, BuzzFeed, The Huffington Post, USNews, and HGTV. She holds the highest U.S. credential for professional sports nutrition and was the sports nutritionist for the 2014-2015 Memphis Grizzlies NBA team.
On today’s podcast, Leslie shares her advice on what foods will help you maintain focus the day of your big interview, what to do if you want to slim down to better fit in your interview suit, and what you can do to improve your physical and emotional well-being.
Listen and learn more! You can play the podcast here, or download it for free on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. If you enjoy the program, subscribe today to the Copeland Coaching Podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher to ensure you don’t miss an episode!
To learn more about Leslie, visit her website at LeslieSchilling.com and follow her on Twitter at @NutritionLeslie.
by Angela Copeland | Sep 1, 2015 | Job Posting
The Seattle Symphony is seeking a Social Media & Content Manager in Seattle, WA.
The Social Media & Content Manager is a consummate storyteller who shares the Symphony’s vision for unleashing the power of music, bringing people together, and lifting the human spirit. This position is responsible for driving social media growth and creating original web content. The successful candidate is a whipsmart writer, with a track record of handling a high volume of writing assignments and meeting editorial calendar deadlines. This candidate is also a confident and savvy social media expert who has experience with growing online communities and adding a social media dimension to live events. The right person will have a deep passion for music and an ability to share it with sincerity, grace and humor.
To learn more, or to apply online, visit the Seattle Symphony website here.
by Angela Copeland | Aug 31, 2015 | Job Posting
Pandora is seeking a Director of Client Services in Oakland, CA.
Pandora is looking for a Director Client Services in who exemplifies the Pandora principles of self-motivation, passion, collaboration, experience and perspective. As a key leader in the Client Services team, this individual will hire, coach and mentor the Performance Sales Client Services team on existing process, while guiding the design and execution of programmatic services. Well-developed interpersonal skills and the ability to build strong relationships with partners in the Pandora organization will be key to the candidate’s success, along with a personal desire to mentor and develop the Client Services team. The ideal candidate is an expert at communicating the big picture up and down the organization, but is able and willing to be hands-on and understand all tasks and responsibilities of their team. This individual will work closely with cross-functional internal teams such as Sales, Creative Services, Trafficking and Product and will be a partner to the West Coast Regional Vice Presidents and Sales Directors.
To learn more, or to apply online, visit the Pandora job posting here.
by Angela Copeland | Aug 31, 2015 | Advice, Newsletter
LinkedIn has become a critical tool in the job search process. Using LinkedIn, you can find jobs, get recommendations, and even reach out to hiring managers.
But, in order for LinkedIn to be effective, you can’t wait until you’re looking. There are steps you should be taking right now to prepare yourself for the future.
When it comes to LinkedIn, here are a few of the mistakes you may very well be making right now.
- Not having a LinkedIn account at all – Before you do anything else, sign up for a LinkedIn account. If you’ve had doubts (as many people do), you should know this. LinkedIn is actually helpful. People do find real jobs through LinkedIn. Recruiters do find candidates using LinkedIn. Really. So, if you’ve been putting it off, today’s the day!
- No photo – This is the next biggest mistake people make. It’s critical you have a photo. Otherwise, how does anyone know it’s you? For example, from what I can tell, there are around 300 people with the name “Angela Copeland” in the U.S. If I didn’t have a photo on LinkedIn, how would you find me? When you select a photo, pick one that shows your face clearly. The photo should look like you look now (not years ago with a different hairstyle). The photo doesn’t need to be an expensive headshot, but it should look professional. You should be the only person in the photo. There should be no pets, no children, no spouse, no significant other, no hobbies. You get the idea. The goal is a photo of your face that looks like you look now – ideally, you’ll be smiling.
- Multiple LinkedIn accounts for one person – This drives me a little crazy. When you have more than one account, how can anyone decide which one to send a request to? If you’re wondering how this happens, you’re not alone. Multiple accounts can accidentally be created when you don’t put all of your e-mail addresses into one account. For example, you have a work e-mail and a personal e-mail. You’ve been using your personal e-mail for LinkedIn. One day, your coworker sends you a LinkedIn connection request to your work e-mail. You accept. Suddenly, you have two LinkedIn accounts. To prevent this from happening, add all of the e-mail addresses you use to your settings. That way, all requests will go to the same place, no matter which e-mail is used.
- Not turning off notifications – Do you ever get those LinkedIn e-mails that say, “Congratulate Bob on his new job!”? When you want everyone to know what’s going on, these messages can be great. But, often when you start looking for a job, the first thing you do is update your LinkedIn profile. You may have been promoted, or you want to update your title to something a little more impressive. The last thing you want is for your boss to get e-mails showing you’re making updates. What an awkward conversation that will be! To prevent this from happening, check your notification settings.
- Not connecting to your network – This may sound silly, but part of what makes LinkedIn work is the connections. The number of connections you have is displayed on your profile. Once you hit 500 connections, your profile will say “500+” whether you have 500 or 5,000. Having under 500 connections makes you look a little disconnected, and not well liked in your field. Clearly, this isn’t true. So at a minimum, work to get the number of connections you have above 500. You can do this fairly quickly by downloading the LinkedIn app on your smart phone. It allows you to search through your phone’s contacts and quickly add those you know who are already on LinkedIn.
- Not customizing your headline – Your headline is such a great place to highlight who you are. It’s a big part of your personal brand. But, if you don’t fill it out, it will automatically populate your current job title.
- Sharing things better left to social media – LinkedIn is not the same as Facebook. Don’t share things you would normally share on social media with your friends and family. Participating is great! But, look for things like business articles, or pertinent studies.
- Including religious or political beliefs – This goes along with #7, but it deserves its own point. You may be very proud of your religious and political beliefs, but do you want them to prevent you from getting a job? The only time it’s appropriate to share these beliefs on LinkedIn is if you work for a religious or political organization – or you want to work for one in the future. Otherwise, save these details for your private life.
- Sharing publicly that you’re looking, while you’re still employed – Ouch! This mistake can really hurt. Remember that your boss may be able to see your LinkedIn page – whether you’re directly connected, your page is public, or you have a mutual connection who shows the page to your boss. And, in many places within the U.S., you can be fired for no reason at all. When you’re looking, it’s important to be very, very careful to keep your search a secret.
- Making it tough to get in touch with you – If you’re looking for a job, you want new people to be able to get in touch with you. I often see job seekers who have their privacy settings so tight that I can only send a connection request if I know their e-mail address. And, there e-mail is nowhere to be found on their profile. If you’re actively looking, make it easy to connect to you.
As it’s probably obvious, LinkedIn isn’t something you setup once and walk away from. It’s another form of social media that needs nurturing and care. And, when you continuously update it, nobody will wonder if you’re looking for a job when you do!
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 | Aug 31, 2015 | Job Posting
Raymond James is seeking a Manager, Operations in Memphis, TN.
Under general direction with a high level of autonomy, uses extensive knowledge and skills obtained through education and experience to translate business strategy into work programs and processes for the largest multi-function and/or most complex specialty work groups. Leads major or multiple projects with significant scope, complexity and impact. Works independently or with subordinates on difficult assignments that are broad in nature requiring ingenuity with appreciate latitude for unreviewed actions or decisions. Provides comprehensive solutions to escalated problems. Results are evaluated at agreed upon milestones for effectives in achieving specified results. Extensive contact with internal and external customers will be required to identify, research, analyze and resolve complex issues.
To learn more, or to apply online, visit the Raymond James job posting here.
by Angela Copeland | Aug 30, 2015 | Job Posting
Hilton is seeking a Director of Architecture and Construction Project Management in Memphis, TN.
The Director of Architecture and Construction Project Management will provide project management for new development, ground up projects, adaptive reuse projects, conversions, room additions, and brand change projects, as well as for renovation projects as needed. The Team Member will be responsible for providing technical guidance and services, enforcing design and construction standards, and for monitoring construction activities for Focused Service hotel projects. This includes reviewing architectural and engineering documents and conducting a minimum of three (3) on site construction inspections.
To learn more, or to apply online, visit the Hilton job posting here.
by Angela Copeland | Aug 29, 2015 | Job Posting
Clique Media is seeking a Head of Audience Development in Los Angeles, CA.
Clique is the rapidly growing digital media and commerce company behind the popular websites WhoWhatWear.com, Byrdie.com, and MyDomaine.com, which feature shoppable fashion, beauty, and lifestyle content. The company is laser-focused on audience growth and is seeking a data-driven yet creative individual to lead the audience development strategy and execution in a fast-paced startup environment. This role will plan and execute growth strategy, working to secure new partnerships, distribution channels, and tap into new audiences while optimizing existing ones. The ideal candidate has proven experience in establishing and executing partnerships with like-minded brands to drive new user acquisition. Reporting to the VP of Digital Strategy, this role will work closely with marketing, editorial, social, product and design. Communication, passion and drive are key characteristics that will help the individual thrive in this environment.
To learn more, or to apply online, visit the Clique Media job posting here.
by Angela Copeland | Aug 28, 2015 | Advice, Media
My latest Memphis Daily News column is out, “The Art of Interoffice Communication.”
With so many generations working together today, communication has never been more confusing. Our communication vehicles include email, phone, social media, text – not to mention real life, face-to-face conversations and handwritten letters.
Using the wrong communication method can hinder your ability to effectively share your message. It can cost you an interview, a promotion or an important project.
To read the rest of my column, and to find out how to put your best foot forward, visit the Memphis Daily News website here.
by Angela Copeland | Aug 28, 2015 | Job Posting
Goodwill is seeking a Marketing & Advertising Specialist in Memphis, TN.
Under the leadership of the Vice President of Resource Development, the Marketing and Advertising Specialist will develop and provide strategic support of brand marketing efforts; including advertising and media, and creating integrated, multi-channel marketing plans to promote Memphis Goodwill’s brand awareness and to support fundraising efforts. Additional duties will be assigned by the Vice President of Resource Development.
To learn more, or to apply online, visit the Goodwill job posting here.
by Angela Copeland | Aug 28, 2015 | Job Posting
Paladin is seeking an Account Executive in Addison, TX.
Paladin is currently searching for an Account Executive for one of our agency clients in Dallas, TX. If you are looking for a great agency culture and opportunity for advancement, this is a great opportunity for you.
To learn more, visit the Paladin job posting here.
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