Ok - here it is!!!
http://www.areallygoodejob.com/video-view.aspx?vid=pbcUt2-Z4Ac
This is the job I am trying to get in California at a winery called Murphy Goode. The job is temporary - only 6 months. But it is the opportunity of a lifetime. If I can get this, when I get back I should easily be able to work at any winery around here. That is what I would like to do, reinvent myself and move into the wine industry. Please vote! If you could share this with your friends so they could vote as well, I would really appreciate it. I have a feeling that the popular vote will carry a lot of weight on who gets selected for the top 50. Then there will be another round to select the top 10 who go out to California (all expenses paid) for a week for the final interview stage where they select the lucky person.
It took me a while to decided how the popular vote actually came into play. Then it hit me. The number of votes you acquire is a direct reflection on how well you truly network. So right now I need all the help I can get. If you can forward this to your network and ask them to vote as well, I would appreciate it so much.
Thank you!!!
Jean
Friday, May 22, 2009
Friday, May 8, 2009
Computers Can't Read
Computers can't read, but that is how your resume will most likely be sorted for available jobs if you are going through a recruiter so your resume has to be computer-friendly. Check out this article to see if your resume needs updating. Mine definitely does! Good Luck and let me know if this makes a difference with the next job you apply for.
http://www.financeladder.com/rds?et_id=1086618336&dest=https://cdn.theladders.net/static/images/editorial/resumeATSprocess0513.pdf&link_id=818
http://www.financeladder.com/rds?et_id=1086618336&dest=https://cdn.theladders.net/static/images/editorial/resumeATSprocess0513.pdf&link_id=818
How Much Sacrifice Should One Make To Go Back To Work?
OK, I'm trying anything I can think of to get a job. I have talked with recruiters about doing temp work or contract work. And now I have decided to look at consulting work. I saw a job on the Internet (which we all know is the worst place to actually seek employment, but still I keep on!) with a consulting company and decided to send my resume. I received a return call the following day!
Now, you are thinking that is a good thing. But is it? Without even interviewing me, they asked if I could start training this weekend. Yes, they called on Thursday and wanted me to fly to Chicago Sunday for seven days of training. They were going to pay all my expenses. If I passed the training, I would then be asked to sign an employment contract and would be one of their consultants. Still, you are thinking this sounds pretty good, aren't you?
Here are the other conditions. First there is 100% travel involved. You would leave home every Sunday night and return on Friday (except for maybe once a month where you would need to stay gone over the weekend as well). You had to arrive in Chicago with your passport in hand so that you were prepared for international travel. You had to bring your own computer and portable printer with you to training and then use them on the job as well. You probably would not get to come home after the training was completed but rather be sent straight to your first assignment for another week. The job consists of a minimum of 50 hours per week - more if you wanted to make more money.
And the starting salary was 30% less than what I am used to making. I know I will probably have to take a cut in pay to get a job, but they want me to give up my life for this?!?!?
Now, you are thinking that is a good thing. But is it? Without even interviewing me, they asked if I could start training this weekend. Yes, they called on Thursday and wanted me to fly to Chicago Sunday for seven days of training. They were going to pay all my expenses. If I passed the training, I would then be asked to sign an employment contract and would be one of their consultants. Still, you are thinking this sounds pretty good, aren't you?
Here are the other conditions. First there is 100% travel involved. You would leave home every Sunday night and return on Friday (except for maybe once a month where you would need to stay gone over the weekend as well). You had to arrive in Chicago with your passport in hand so that you were prepared for international travel. You had to bring your own computer and portable printer with you to training and then use them on the job as well. You probably would not get to come home after the training was completed but rather be sent straight to your first assignment for another week. The job consists of a minimum of 50 hours per week - more if you wanted to make more money.
And the starting salary was 30% less than what I am used to making. I know I will probably have to take a cut in pay to get a job, but they want me to give up my life for this?!?!?
Tuesday, May 5, 2009
Temporary
We all know this situation is temporary, we just don't know how temporary it is. But if the economy and job markets are temporary, maybe we should be as well.
I was speaking with a recruiter last week that does temporary placements. She said her office has had a complete turn around on what the client is looking for. Employers used to look for "temp" help for entry level positions or data entry type positions and secretarial help. Over the last few months, the trend is that employers are starting to look at temp agencies to fill higher level positions, such as Senior Accountants, Assistant Controllers, Controllers, and Managers/Supervisors. It makes sense. They can try before they buy.
With that said, I have decided to become temporary as well. I have completed the paper work at a temp agency and have let my other recruiters know that I am available for temporary, interim, or contract work. Being temporary could potentially afford one the opportunity to learn a new industry that could also open other doors for permanent placement. We will see if this leads anywhere. At least it leads to no stone unturned.
Tomorrow I am going to submit my application for a job that I saw on the Internet. As we all know, our resumes get lost in the shuffle if we simply respond online so I am going to drop mine off in person. I will let you know how that works out!
I was speaking with a recruiter last week that does temporary placements. She said her office has had a complete turn around on what the client is looking for. Employers used to look for "temp" help for entry level positions or data entry type positions and secretarial help. Over the last few months, the trend is that employers are starting to look at temp agencies to fill higher level positions, such as Senior Accountants, Assistant Controllers, Controllers, and Managers/Supervisors. It makes sense. They can try before they buy.
With that said, I have decided to become temporary as well. I have completed the paper work at a temp agency and have let my other recruiters know that I am available for temporary, interim, or contract work. Being temporary could potentially afford one the opportunity to learn a new industry that could also open other doors for permanent placement. We will see if this leads anywhere. At least it leads to no stone unturned.
Tomorrow I am going to submit my application for a job that I saw on the Internet. As we all know, our resumes get lost in the shuffle if we simply respond online so I am going to drop mine off in person. I will let you know how that works out!
Sunday, May 3, 2009
Network Marketing
Supposedly this is the way of the future. I don't really believe that; we have all heard this comment before about any number of opportunities. But network marketing is definitely a growing industry with the economy in the shape it is today.
There are a couple of opportunities that I am looking into. One is Fortune Hi-Tech Marketing. I definitely see the potential in this, but I am concerned about my personal dedication to making it successful. As in any profession, your success depends on your effort. The reality is that I cannot be lazy and be successful. By nature, I am not a lazy person, but I am not sure that this particular company/product motivates me. I will be hosting an information meeting at my home in a couple of weeks. Maybe that will stir some motivation.
Another network marketing idea I am looking at is Wine Shop at Home. Wine - one of my passions! Now this motivates me. The investment is minimal and I get to study and learn about wine. I would love to be in the wine industry but there is a lot of debate as to whether or not this is really considered being in the industry.
I have worked on some business plans and ideas for several people - all family and friends - no paying gigs! But I really enjoy doing this side of business planning, putting everything on paper so that the new entrepreneur can see the real possibility of his/her dreams.
I really just want to be self-employed - and accounting still motivates me! Strange!
There are a couple of opportunities that I am looking into. One is Fortune Hi-Tech Marketing. I definitely see the potential in this, but I am concerned about my personal dedication to making it successful. As in any profession, your success depends on your effort. The reality is that I cannot be lazy and be successful. By nature, I am not a lazy person, but I am not sure that this particular company/product motivates me. I will be hosting an information meeting at my home in a couple of weeks. Maybe that will stir some motivation.
Another network marketing idea I am looking at is Wine Shop at Home. Wine - one of my passions! Now this motivates me. The investment is minimal and I get to study and learn about wine. I would love to be in the wine industry but there is a lot of debate as to whether or not this is really considered being in the industry.
I have worked on some business plans and ideas for several people - all family and friends - no paying gigs! But I really enjoy doing this side of business planning, putting everything on paper so that the new entrepreneur can see the real possibility of his/her dreams.
I really just want to be self-employed - and accounting still motivates me! Strange!
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