by Angela Copeland | Mar 29, 2016 | Job Posting
March of Dimes is seeking an Executive Director of Market Development in Memphis, TN.
The Executive Director of Market Development is responsible for leading staff and volunteer development efforts to achieve targeted revenue growth and goals in the assigned market. The position serves as a liaison between the National, Regional and Market offices in order to ensure that March of Dimes mission and fundraising objectives are met.
Principle roles and responsibilities include revenue development, strategic planning, volunteer leadership development, staff development, and financial management. The position reports to the Regional Vice President of Field Operations or Associate Vice President of Field Operations.
To learn more, or to apply online, visit the March of Dimes website.
by Angela Copeland | Mar 28, 2016 | Advice, Newsletter
LinkedIn is one of the most effective tools in your job search, so it’s no wonder I field questions about LinkedIn every day. With this in mind, I want to share with you some of the most common questions I receive — and my recommendations.
Do I need LinkedIn profile?
Yes, absolutely! LinkedIn is one of the most powerful tools at your fingertips. It allows hiring managers to learn more about you. It allows you to learn more about companies. It’s a great way to stay connected to your professional network without all of the day-to-day clutter found on other social websites.
Should I connect to people I don’t know?
This is really a personal decision. Some people choose to only connect to those they know really well. Others connect to everyone (they have L.I.O.N. on their profile – LinkedIn Open Network). The best answer is probably somewhere in the middle. If you never connect to anyone you don’t know, how will you will meet anyone new? And, is there really anything so private on your LinkedIn profile that it would do you harm to connect with a stranger? My guess is probably not. Try to be as open on LinkedIn as you might be in real life if someone introduced themselves to you in person at a networking event.
Do recruiters really use LinkedIn?
Yes, they really do! Both internal human resources folks — and external headhunters and placement agencies use LinkedIn. Really! It can be hard to find just the right person for a specific job. So, recruiters often use LinkedIn to track down candidates who didn’t apply through their traditional process. It is not unusual for a recruiter to contact you through LinkedIn out of the blue for a position you didn’t know about. They also use LinkedIn to look up more information about you than what fits onto your resume. So, be sure to keep it updated!
How often should I updated LinkedIn?
Your LinkedIn profile should be a living, breathing thing. You should keep it updated all the time. Don’t wait until you are actually looking for a job to update it. By then, you’re already behind. But, if you do find yourself in this situation, turn off the e-mail notifications that go out to your friends when you make updates. You know those e-mails. They say things like, “Bob got a new job!” or, “Sally got an award!” When you make mass updates, turn those off, so you can avoid sending red flags to your current employer.
Should I get the paid version?
This is such a great question! LinkedIn offers additional features with their paid members. They vary from $29.99 for a Job Seeker package to $99.95 for a Recruiter Lite package. The Job Seeker package offers limited direct messaging to people you don’t know, more ‘who’s viewed your profile’ information, and applicant insights. It also offers something called Featured Applicant which claims to move you to the top of recruiters’ applicant lists. Whether or not the paid version is for you depends a lot on how you use LinkedIn. The good news is — LinkedIn offers a free 30-day trial, so you can decide for yourself. Just be sure to mark the 30-day cutoff on your calendar, so you won’t forget about your option to cancel.
How many connections should I have?
Ideally, you should have over 500 connections. Whether you have 501 or 5,001, LinkedIn will display that you have 500+ connections on your profile. This makes you look more connect. And, in fact it’s true. The more first degree connections you have, the more second and third degree connections you’ll have as a result. And, that means that your network will grow — and your chances of finding a new job will grow.
Speaking of connecting on LinkedIn — I would love to connect with you! If we are not already connected, please click the button below and send me a connection request. I look forward to being in your LinkedIn network!
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 or 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 28, 2016 | Job Posting
Target is seeking a Director of Service Strategy in Minneapolis, MN.
Leads the Services team in Store Operations that is responsible for the strategic direction of the service strategy and initiatives including the development of all programs and process impacting the store. Oversees team responsible for strategy development and prioritization of partner initiatives to prepare them for chain-wide implementation and rollout. Serves as a leadership resource for Store Operations expertise to internal HQ and Field senior leaders.
To learn more, or to apply online, visit the Target website.
by Angela Copeland | Mar 28, 2016 | Job Posting
The Memphis Area Transit Authority is seeking a Director of Trolley Operations and Maintenance in Memphis, TN.
Provides management and oversight of systems operations and maintenance of the Main Street Trolley system, consistent with FTA and TDOT requirements and regulations. Oversees day-to-day operations, manages and coordinates maintenance, repair and safety of all trolleys and facilities, systems, structures, equipment, grounds and other transit related amenities. Works with managers, and departments to address safety, security, service quality, training and development, scheduling and personnel needs. Manages and coordinates all safety issues related to the rail functionality of the trolley system.
To learn more, or to apply online, visit the MATA website.
by Angela Copeland | Mar 27, 2016 | Job Posting
Match.com is seeking a Senior Social Media Strategist in Dallas, TX.
This position will serve as the social expert and brand ambassador for the Match and PeopleMedia social voice in the market. This is a hands-on role, responsible for championing the social strategy and implementing it.
The Senior Social Media Strategist will part of, and collaborate with, the marketing team behind the world’s largest online dating company — including communications, online marketing, offline marketing and product marketing – as they all work to drive the digital footprint for Match.
To learn more, or to apply online, visit the Match website.
by Angela Copeland | Mar 26, 2016 | Job Posting
Trunk Club is seeking an Engineering Manager in Chicago, IL.
We’re building the future of retail, enabled through technology. Come talk to us if you’re interested in creating lightweight single-responsibility apps, building advanced Javascript MV*-powered front-ends, leveraging graph databases and machine learning, and creating amazing user experiences for users both internal and external.
We are polyglots, using the best tool for the problem at hand. You’ll see languages and technologies like Ruby, Sidekiq, ES6, React, Postgres with hstore and json, Sinatra, Redis, Swift, Android, Docker, Ansible, and Elastic Search.
Most importantly we want developers and leaders that have a keen business sense and an entrepreneurial attitude. We work directly with the business to build solutions that solve real problems and want engineers that can thrive in an environment where you’re in the driver’s seat to create something amazing.
To learn more, or to apply online, visit the Trunk Club website.
by Angela Copeland | Mar 25, 2016 | Advice, Career Corner Column, Media
There seems to be a rumor about job searching floating around. Have you heard? Finding a job is easy. It’s easy as long as you format your resume in a very specific way, and you include the perfect phrases on your LinkedIn profile. There’s a very specific way that all recruiters want your resume to be formatted, and there are specific keywords they’re all looking for. Every successful job seeker knows these rules, and they’re not hard to learn.
If this sounds too good to be true, it’s because it is. I tell every job seeker I meet with, “If you showed your resume to ten people, you would get ten opinions. There’s no one way to write a resume.” The same applies for your entire search. Sure, there are guidelines. There are best practices. But there’s no one specific layout or one specific set of words that’s going to turn your entire job search around.
I’m not sure why these rumors exist, other than maybe they make sense of a process that can at times feel senseless. They put control back in just when you’re feeling out of control. In reality, there is no one way to perform an effective job search. There are many ways. There are many options that can work.
What always works is a strategy to never give up. What works is trying various avenues until one does work. And, there are a few good general guidelines to keep in mind.
First, manage your personal brand. When it comes to job searching, perceptions are reality. Your personal brand is impacted both in the online world, and in real life. Do a thorough check on Google to see what a recruiter might learn about you if they looked around. If you find questionable content, do your best to remove it or change it.
In the offline world, think of things like your appearance, and other first impressions, such as how you shake hands or leave voicemail. Take the time to write thank you notes to those who help you. Keep in touch with those you care about.
When it comes to your resume and LinkedIn, be sure they’re up to date. Check their accuracy. Ensure that you’re including detailed information, but write them in such a way that someone outside of your current industry could understand them.
Job seeking is not an overnight endeavor. It takes time. It takes persistence. And, when you do land your dream job, it’s not going to be because you followed a gimmicky idea about how to write the perfect resume, or that you stuffed your LinkedIn profile with the right keywords. Your resume and LinkedIn profile are two pieces to a larger pie. They can help to support your case for getting a job, but these things alone will likely not land you your next gig.
The next time you hear a suggestion that sounds like a gimmick, keep things in perspective. Consistency, persistence, and networking is what will work – every time.
Angela Copeland is CEO and founder of Copeland Coaching and can be reached at CopelandCoaching.com.
by Angela Copeland | Mar 25, 2016 | Job Posting
PayPal is seeking a US Mid-Market Event Manager in Timonium, Maryland.
The US Mid-Market Event Manager will be responsible for developing and executing an events strategy to drive deeper engagement with our existing customers and drive demand for our business products from new customers. The Event Manager will plan and deliver event strategies that align to business goals through the execution of tradeshows, customer events, strategic partnerships, thought leadership platforms and various other event marketing programs. Success will be measured by lead generation, pipeline acceleration for new customers and increased NPS and additional product penetration for existing customers.
To learn more, or to apply online, visit the PayPal website.
by Angela Copeland | Mar 25, 2016 | Job Posting
Wright Medical is seeking a Demand Inventory Planner in Memphis, TN.
The Demand Inventory Planner will proactively analyze, recommend and challenge finished goods unit forecasts, inventory policies, and safety stock strategies based on market demands and business goals. This individual will also be responsible for facilitating proactive, cross-functional management of inventory investments through Life Cycle Management (LCM) in the product development process. The Global Demand Inventory Planner will be responsible for established products.
To learn more, or to apply online, visit the Wright Medical website.
by Angela Copeland | Mar 24, 2016 | Job Posting
Patagonia is seeking a Material Innovation Engineer in Ventura, CA.
The Material Innovation Engineer is responsible for the extensive research, identification, acquisition, and development of novel and sustainable chemistry and textile technologies for use in the Company’s product lines. S/he must use academic and industry knowledge, supplier networks, publications, and research to develop applicable technologies that benefit the Company’s product lines through enhanced performance, sustainability, and intellectual property. The Material Innovation Engineer must understand the competitive strategy and position of each product line in order to formulate advanced chemistry innovations. This position is equal parts consultant, researcher, and project manager pertaining to advanced innovation concepts.
For more information, or to apply online, visit the Patagonia website.
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