by Angela Copeland | Jan 29, 2016 | Job Posting
SRVS has been providing services for people with disabilities for over 50 years. This non profit also offers elder and adult care.
The Project SEARCH Job Coach reports to the Director of Community Employment and also takes daily direction from the Project SEARCH Instructor. Primary responsibility is to provide training and support for students, business co-workers, families and other Project SEARCH team members to ensure success during the internship rotations and in a competitive job.
This position is based in Memphis, TN. To learn more, or to apply online, visit the SRVS website here.
by Angela Copeland | Jan 29, 2016 | Job Posting
Indeed is the #1 job site worldwide, attracting millions of job seekers from all over the globe each month. Employee perks include endless snacks and drinks, a casual dress code, and catered meals.
As a Data Scientist at Indeed your role is to follow the data. Analyze, visualize, and model job search related data. You will build and implement machine learning models to make timely decisions. You will have access to unparalleled resources within Indeed to grow and develop both personally and professionally.
This position is based in Austin, TX. To learn more, or to apply online, visit the Indeed website here.
by Angela Copeland | Jan 28, 2016 | Job Posting
Let’s Get Ready provides free SAT prep and assistance with college selection and financial aid for low-income high school students. This dedicated non-profit continues to work with students during college to help them on their path to graduation.
Reporting to the Executive Director, Mid-Atlantic Region and with direction from the Chief Program Officer, the Mid-Atlantic Success Director (a new position) will play a leading role in further developing, enhancing and implementing LGR’s Success Program in NY, NJ, CT and PA (with a large number of students in the Greater NYC area). Within the region LGR has more than 3,500 freshmen and sophomores in college along with thousands more upperclassmen. Seeking to significantly raise its college graduation rate from 50-65%, LGR has a strict set of quantitative and qualitative benchmarks in place. The Mid-Atlantic Success Director is responsible for helping to ensure that these milestones are met through successful program delivery, quality control and evaluation.
This position is based in New York, NY. To learn more, or to apply online, visit the Let’s Get Ready website here.
by Angela Copeland | Jan 28, 2016 | Job Posting
This four-year, private university was founded in 1871 by the De La Salle Christian Brothers, a Catholic teaching order. Its 75-acre wooded campus is located in Midtown Memphis, just minutes away from Downtown.
The Senior Director of Development assists with managing and implementing the University’s fund raising efforts under the direction of the Senior Vice President for Advancement through planning and execution of the annual fund, special events, athletic fundraising, and prospect management system. Supports the planning and execution of the comprehensive capital campaign.
This position is based in Memphis, TN. To learn more, or to apply online, visit the Christian Brothers University website here.
by Angela Copeland | Jan 27, 2016 | Job Posting
This full-service agency offers great benefits, like flex time, professional development, and even personal training. Join this team and you’ll get to work with a diverse group of clients, locally and nationally.
It is the job of the Director of Business Development to generate a large quantity of new business leads and prospects for the agency according to a pre-defined set of client criteria. The new business developer generates research on prospects and assembles reports to use in attracting and inciting prospects’ interest in the agency. Also, the new business developer maintains the prospect database, makes and keeps appointments, cold calls leads and prospects, maintains and follows up on regular new business developer mailings to prospects, looks for new leads, creates prospect profiles, and stays up to date on correspondence relating to all prospect contacts.
This position is based in Memphis, TN. To learn more, or to apply online, visit the Sullivan Branding website here.
by Angela Copeland | Jan 27, 2016 | Job Posting
The Grand Ole Opry has been showcasing legendary country music artists for over 90 years. This iconic Nashville landmark is owned and operated by Ryman Hospitality Properties.
The Director of Facilities will plan, direct and manage facility operations for the Grand Ole Opry, including oversight of physical plant, housekeeping, maintenance and safety & security.
Job Responsibilities:
- Direct all Opry facilities operations including all facilities in the Opry Entertainment complex and the departments of Maintenance, Safety & Security, Horticulture, and Janitorial Services.
- Has fiduciary responsibility for Opry operating facilities, developing and preparing both operating and capital budgets, and overseeing expenditures, and operating results, making changes as necessary to ensure budget targets are met.
- Oversee development, implementation and review of facility rules, regulations, guidelines, policies and procedures. Ensure understanding of and compliance with all federal, state, and local rules & regulations as well as corporate policies and procedures.
- Oversight and managementof property and patron risk management programs, by maintaining a safe and secure environment for all patrons and employees, but ensuring that all codes,laws, ordinances, risk management, rules, regulations and emergency procedures are followed and documented.
This position is based in Nashville, TN. To learn more, or to apply online, visit the Ryman Hospitality Properties website here.
by Angela Copeland | Jan 26, 2016 | Advice, Podcast
Episode 87 of the Copeland Coaching Podcast is now live! This week, we talk with Sharon Hill in Chapel Hill, NC. Sharon is the President of her business, Sharon Hill International. Sharon offers a variety of workshops, as well as individual training and customer programs on topics ranging from business etiquette to diversity in the workplace. Her background includes more than 20 years as a development and marketing manager at Fortune 500 Company IBM. She was also an international director for Toastermasters International and has authored four books on etiquette and success.
On today’s episode, we talk about generational differences in the workplace, how to handle office gossip, and what you can do to avoid irritating your coworkers.
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 Sharon, visit her website here.
by Angela Copeland | Jan 26, 2016 | Job Posting
This specialty retailer creates enviable products for kitchen and home across its entire family of brands – Williams-Sonoma, Pottery Barn, Pottery Barn Kids, PBteen, West Elm, Williams-Sonoma Home, Rejuvenation, and Mark and Graham.
The IT Principal Product Manager:
- Serves as a liaison between the business community and the IT organization to provide product and user experience solutions to meet the business needs
- Works on complex issues of the highest complexity and strategic value where analysis of situation or data requires evaluation of a variety of factors, including a broad understanding of current business trends
- Ability to identify the business organization’s strength and weakness and suggests areas of improvement
- Responsible for developing BRD’s, negotiating agreements, providing product/project leadership and expertise
- Possesses expert-level knowledge of technical design specifications and may lead technology peers to help develop solutions
- Possesses and often shares subject-matter expertise or in-depth technical knowledge, uses expertise to further development of company objectives and principles and to achieve goals in creative and effective ways
This position is based in Memphis, TN. To learn more, or to apply online, visit the Williams-Sonoma website here.
by Angela Copeland | Jan 26, 2016 | Job Posting
Omni Hotels provides luxury guest experiences in over 60 hotels and resorts across North America. The company culture is focused on unparalleled customer service and continual innovation.
Omni Hotels & Resorts is seeking a dynamic, driven and detail-oriented Marketing Manager to join the Marketing & Digital Strategy Organization at the corporate office in Dallas, Texas. The candidate will be directly driving marketing for and supporting some of our most critical properties and business segments. They will serve as an important lynchpin between the hotels and resorts they support and the rest of the marketing and digital organization to ensure the right strategy and marketing collateral is implemented to drive demand and customer acquisition.
This position in based in Dallas, TX. To learn more, or to apply online, visit the Omni Hotels and Resorts website here.
by Angela Copeland | Jan 25, 2016 | Advice, Newsletter
Many people think they know what it is that makes one candidate stand out from another. Some think it’s an expensive graduate degree. Others say it’s the ability to take on loads of student debt, or being born into the right family. Although a pedigree from a good school and being in the right social circle never hurts, it usually won’t be the deciding factor between you and another candidate.
The difference boils down to something called “sticktoitiveness.” Sticktoitiveness can be observed in a person who doesn’t give up. It’s someone who sees projects through to the end. Someone who perseveres. Someone who is tenacious. This is someone who really believes in themselves and their mission.
I recently met with a newly minted college graduate. She was prompt, friendly, straightforward, prepared and open. She was confident in her abilities, despite little work experience. When compared to someone older, with more experience and possibly more degrees, one might automatically assume that she has no chance.
Upon taking a closer look however, the more experienced candidate may also be the one who comes with more baggage. The experienced candidate has been to battle and has come back with scars and memories of harsh realities. They may no longer believe in themselves or their abilities.
When you’re starting to look for a job, I encourage you to think back to the time when you were the bright-eyed graduate full of possibilities. Realize that, in other’s eyes, you still have potential and value. Try not to assume that just because you don’t meet every criterion for a job that you won’t be considered. What do you really have to lose from trying?
Also, don’t assume that because you don’t have a graduate degree that you won’t be valued. Many job seekers immediately sign up for graduate school before exploring their options fully. It’s one thing if your field requires an advanced degree. But, don’t sign up for years of work and debt with the expectation that the only thing standing between you and a better job is a piece of paper. This often leads down a path of debt and disappointment. What can you learn on your own, or through volunteering? Does the employer truly require an additional degree? Could you take a handful of courses without signing up for an entire program?
For those just starting their careers, hone into the edge you have. Find your energy and confidence. Even when you hear no’s, keep knocking on doors. You only need to find one yes. My first job out of college required both work experience and a master’s degree, neither of which I had. At the end of the day, I got the job because I was willing to show up for myself.
Whether you are a new job seeker or a seasoned professional, the message is the same. Stick to what you believe in. Stand up for yourself. Keep pushing forward on your search each day. And be an advocate for yourself and your abilities. Other people believe in you, and you should too.
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
This newsletter was originally published in the Memphis Daily News.
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