The Daily Roundup 11/20/08

• In New America, Internships Ask You For Money (via)
• Stock Futures Down as Jobless Claim hits 16-Year High (via)
  

Time Inc. Related:

• Time Europe Layoffs: The Backlash Builds (via)
• The Worst of Time(s) for 250 (via)
• Time Europe Gutted (via)
  

In Other Media:

• AP: 10% Staff Cut in 2009? (via)
• VH1 Layoff Prep? (via)
  

Job Posts 11/18/08

Marketing Associate
TheStreet.com
New York, NY

Description:
TheStreet.com, a leading financial media company, is in search of a highly motivated Marketing Associate to join our team. This person will be responsible for assisting with the management and execution of web-based marketing and creative projects.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree and at least one year of experience in a corporate environment. Online marketing, membership and/or subscription marketing experience a plus.
• Knowledge of direct marketing principles and practices.
• Understanding of the web creative development, execution, production and trafficking processes.
• Knowledge of email marketing best practices with experience in setting up and deploying email marketing campaigns
• Outstanding communication (oral & written), interpersonal and organizational skills
• Excellent computer skills, especially Excel (spreadsheets, formulas, commissions) and Word; Power Point a plus.
• Basic knowledge of HTML and SQL.
• Ability to multi-task and work well within tight deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail- this is crucial.
• Strong analytical capability.
• Exceptional project management, organization, and process management skills.

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Assistant Marketing Manager
Oxford University Press
New York, NY

Description:
Leading publisher is looking for an enthusiastic Assistant Marketing Manager to develop and execute marketing strategies and sales tools for politics, law, and sociology disciplines in the academic and trade markets. The ideal candidate should be able to juggle multiple projects while working with editorial and sales to conceive and refine the “message” for each title on their assigned list. Duties include preparing and implementing marketing plans, advertising and promotional campaigns, sampling strategies, and competitive analysis. The Assistant Marketing Manager must be able to effectively communicate these sales strategies and messages to sales reps and customers.

Qualifications:

• Must be able to demonstrate strategic, creative, and innovative work, have excellent presentation skills, and be able to work with minimal supervision.
• Experience in nonfiction publishing preferred and marketing and/or sales experience in a publishing environment highly desirable.

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LIfehacker: Assume A Five-to-One Ratio

Lifehacker has a great article about expected response ratio for each job you apply to. Remember, this ratio is probably something like 10:1 or 15:1 if you have little to no experience (ie, entry-level employees fresh out of college).

When I applied for my first job, I applied to approximately 130 positions (wow, I know) and got probably about 15 responses (wow, crappy I know).

Just remember: BE PERSISTENT (but not overly persistent)

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The Daily Roundup 11/18/08

• Hate Is A Luxury: Finally, Good Layoffs (via)
• Recession Special: How Rich New Yorkers Cut Back (via)
• CitiGroup's Layoffs Will Hit New York Hard (via)
• How Many Jobs Depend On The Big Three? (via)
  

In Other Media:

• Forbes Cuts 43 in Sales & Marketing Mash-Up (via)
• Layoffs at Lucky Magazine (via)

The Daily Roundup 11/17/08

• Find Your Real Wage by Calculating Job Costs and Benefits (via)
• Report: Employees Facing Layoffs More Likely to Talk About Layoffs (via)
• Success Not Just A Matter of Talent (via)
• AIG set to pay $503 Million to Employees (via)

In Other Media:

• How Newspapers Can Reinvent Themselves (via)
• News Corp.: Business Worse Than We Thought; Ad Weakness Catching Up to MySpace (via)
  
• MTV Layoffs? (via)
  

Gawker: Terrible Jobs for Ex-Magaziners

I couldn't agree more with the ones listed (bullets taken from AdAge):

• Selling advertising for display "at the gas pumps... at the malls." You can tell your friends you work in "out of home advertising" if you prefer, although then they'll probably assume you sell those ads above urinals in bars.
• Pharmaceutical advertising, aka "direct-to-consumer advertising." If you're lucky, this means helping with print or TV ads. If you're not, you may well be spamming ads for "V1agra," or designing/selling Web ads that are barely a step above.
  
• "Contract and consulting opportunities," miscellaneous.

But sometimes you have to make do with what you have...

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Ideas You May Not Have Thought Of

I have a few tricks up my sleeve called "Future Opportunities." I had been saving them in a bookmarks folder on my computer, but I thought I'd share them with all of you. Some of them you may not be interested in, but I thought a few may be worth a look:

Young Explorers Grants
National Geographic

Description:
Young Explorers Grants (YEG) offer opportunities to individuals between the ages of 18 and 25 to pursue research, conservation, and exploration-related projects consistent with National Geographic's existing grant programs, including: the Committee for Research and Exploration (CRE), the Expeditions Council (EC), and the Conservation Trust (CT).

Qualifications:

• Between 18-25
• Advanced Degrees Unnecessary, but encouraged
  
• Foreign Nationals May Apply

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The JET Program
The Japan Exchange and Teaching Program

Description:
The Japan Exchange and Teaching Program seeks to help enhance internationalization in Japan by promoting mutual understanding between Japan and other nations. The program also aims to improve foreign language education in Japan and to encourage international exchange at the local level by fostering ties between Japanese youth and foreign youth.

Qualifications:

• Be a US citizen to apply using this application (if not, see note below to non-US citizens);
• Earn your Bachelors degree by July 1, 2009;
• In principle, be less than 40 years of age as of April 1, 2009;
• Not have lived in Japan for 3 or more years in the past 8 years (since 2001);
• Not have been a former JET participant in the last 10 years;
• Have excellent English skills (both spoken and written);
• Have a genuine interest in Japan.

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Fulbright Program
U.S. Department of State

Description:

• Is sponsored by the U.S. Department of State.
• Is the largest U.S. international exchange program offering opportunities for students, scholars, and professionals to undertake international graduate study, advanced research, university teaching, and teaching in elementary and secondary schools worldwide.
• Was established in 1946 by the U.S. Congress to "enable the government of the United States to increase mutual understanding between the people of the United States and the people of other countries."
• Awarded approximately six thousand grants in 2007, at a cost of more than $262 million, to U.S. students, teachers, professionals, and scholars to study, teach, lecture, and conduct research in more than 155 countries, and to their foreign counterparts to engage in similar activities in the United States.
• Receives its primary source of funding through an annual appropriation from Congress to the Department of State. Participating governments and host institutions in foreign countries, and in the United States, also contribute financially through cost-sharing and indirect support, e.g., through salary supplements, tuition waivers, and university housing.
• The U.S. Student Program grant numbers are subject to the availability of federally appropriated funds. The United States Department of State reserves the right to alter, without notice, participating countries, numbers of awards, terms of agreement, and allowances.

Qualifications:

• Check with your Alma Mater for more information

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Junior Professional Associates
The World Bank

Description:
In your JPA assignment, you'll use your strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills, your knowledge of technology and the web, and your research abilities - working with more senior colleagues and project teams in their operational work. You'll have an opportunity to hone your skills and acquire new ones while gaining first-hand exposure to the challenges of development and poverty alleviation. Your experience as a JPA can then be used as a stepping stone to a career in government, consulting, the private sector, or academia.

Qualifications:

• You are no more than 28 years old
• Hold the equivalent of a Bachelor's degree (with some relevant experience), a Master's, or be a PhD candidate with a superior academic record.
  
• The World Bank Group welcomes applicants from all over the globe regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic background, and disability.

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The Daily Roundup 11/16/08

• Keeping Up When Your Industry Changes (via)
• As Economy Sheds Jobs; People Seek Two To Survive (via)
• For Help Finding A Job, Friends in Low Places (via)
  

Time Inc. Related:

• Gawker, Time Cut Further Ahead of Deepening Ad Slump (via)
  

In Other Media:

• For Thousands of Laid-Off Mag Employees, A Hard Road Ahead (via)
  

Just A Note

I'd like to write here that I only report the news as it's being reported. They don't necessarily represent my views and I don't necessarily condone their views. I only read and report.

The Daily Roundup 11/15/08

• The Job Hunter (via)
  
• Employers Offer Workers Fewer Healthcare Plans (via)
• Economy is Only issue for Michigan Governor (via)
• Michigan Employers To Pay More Into Jobless Fund (via)
  

Time Inc. Related:

• Scrooged at Time Inc. (via)
• Time Inc's Layoffs Will Save $150 Million (via)
• More Cuts at Time Inc. (via)
  

In Other Media:

• How To Save Conde Nast's Portfolio (via)
  

The Auto Industry is Disturbing

Thanks to my friend Jeff C., my attention has been brought to this article in regards to the auto industry -- the very same auto industry that is on the brink of going bankrupt and could make Detroit lose about 1 million jobs. Right now, unless the auto industry straightens itself up, even hiring Steve Jobs, won't be able to save it.

First of all - the Jobs Bank Program - which was from an article written in 2005 sheds quite a bit of light on how the auto industry was (and maybe still IS!?) floating around on money they shouldn't be spending. No matter how much I support unions, no one would be sitting around doing crossword puzzles and getting paid $31 per hour. What productivity will come of that?

The Auto Industry is in dire straights. Those smart enough to realize that riding out time in the Jobs Bank is much better than taking a retirement package have ended up doing nothing for full pay and benefits.

I'm surprised GM has survived as long as it has with reports of the removal of the Jobs Bank being critical to its survival as far back as 2006. Especially since on GM's website itself, some post-retirement employees will still receive payment until 2010.

All I can say is -- I thank my lucky stars that my dad left the auto industry before he was left to rot in that sinking ship. But for a more positive thought -- let's just hope that the auto industry will hang on, or Michigan is going to sink into a worse depression than it has in the past.

Articles from this Post:

• Detroit Three Failure Could Cost At Least 1 Million Jobs (via)
• How do we fix the Auto Industry? Hire Steve Jobs (via)
• Jobs Bank Programs - 12,000 Paid Not To Work (via)
• Big Three Bailout? Not So Fast (via)
  
• GM Jobs Bank Looms as Major Obstacle to its Survival (via)
• Note 20: GMNS Postemployment Benefit Costs (via)
  

MTV is currently casting new television series!

MTV is looking for creative, outgoing, self-confident, and TALENTED people who don’t yet have on-the job experience but who are PASSIONATE about fashion, design, sewing, sketching, graphic art, or any other aspect of the fashion business. We’re not just looking for fashionistas or trendspotters; we are also looking for creative thinkers who know how to market, merchandise, and sell the line.

We are interested in speaking to folks who are studying fashion, design, marketing, business, or a related field. We are also interested in speaking with anyone who may not have any formal training, but who has a passion for fashion and an unstoppable desire to change their life. At the end of our series, one lucky person will be rewarded with the opportunity of a lifetime.
If you want to learn more, or if you know anyone who would be perfect for this show, please email us at mtvfashioncasting@gmail.com or call 888-421-4555.

Job Posts 11/14/08

Junior Associate (Entry-Level Role)
Mediavest
New York, NY

Description:
Entry-level position primarily responsible for gathering and organizing information required for communication plan development and stewardship in support of the team. Position requires proficiency in math, strong analytical skills, attention to detail as well as creativity and an overall interest in and understanding of consumer behavior. This level is also required to participate in and excel at the Connections College entry-level training program.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree
• Degree or concentration in advertising, marketing, business administration or communications preferred but not required
• Strong quantitative skills, including analytical abilities and math proficiency
• Solid verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated critical thinking and problem solving skills
• Ability to work within a team, handle multiple assignments and meet tight deadlines
• Detail oriented
• Demonstrable organizational skills
• Proficiency at MS Suite: Excel, Word, PowerPoint

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Media Planner
Mediavest
New York, NY

Description:
The role of the Media Planner is to be the day-to-day steward on media issues for assigned brands, including accurate budget control and flow of media activity. The Media Planner is required to develop and maintain a strong knowledge of their clients’ business and apply their media understanding accordingly to help deliver against the clients’ needs/objectives. The Media Planner will work closely with the ASMD in the development and communication of all media recommendations. The Media Planner is also responsible for management, oversight and priority setting for Assistant Media Planner.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university
• A minimum of one year of media experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to prioritize and organize projects for self and Assistant Planner(s)
• Ability to accurately apply principles of media math
• Demonstrate leadership ability
• Demonstrates initiative/”hunger”
• Collaborative approach/attitude

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Executive Assistant to SVP
MTV Networks
New York, NY

Description:

• Provide administrative support for senior television network executive
• Act as the hub of the SVP's office and overall department - building strong relationships across the channel and MTVN as well as with external parties.
• Phone work includes coordinating conference calls, maintaining a phone sheet and setting up meetings and appointments
• Organization of office and all materials incoming and outgoing
• Coordinate travel arrangements & expense reports
• Ad-hoc projects as assigned by supervisor - may include screening content, online research, trade-reading
• Provide backup support to various groups within the department (Program, Promo or Digital scheduling) as appropriate

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree, 1-2 years business experience preferred
• Excellent communication, organizational & writing skills, strong interpersonal skills.
• Candidate should be detail-oriented and a multi-tasker
• A strong interest in television programming or acquisitions a plus
• Must be proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Outlook (E-mail and calendar)
• Able to perform efficiently & professionally under stress and deadlines

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A 21st Century WPA?

I don't know how many of you recall the WPA from your US History class, but I recall the lesson on this time in history quite clearly. The WPA is the Works Progress Administration that was created by our 32nd President - Franklin Delano Roosevelt - as part of the New Deal.

Now what does this mean you must be asking. FDR set off to create programs to bring back the economy from the Great Depression. The largest of these programs was the WPA. The jobs created by the WPA and the work done by the people who participated can still be seen today around the US. For instance, a lot of the national infrastructure (roads, rail, etc) , working on buildings, as well as even planting neat rows of trees in our national forests.

Even the November 24, 2008 issue on Time brings up the idea of what President-Elect Obama can learn from FDR.

Really though, should we or can we re-create a program like the WPA to save our economy?

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How To Be Useful

I've found a new book to read. It's called "How To Be Useful" and it's by Megan Hustad (someone who used to work in publishing). Supposedly it's supposed to be a "completely original" and a great and easy read.

Description from Amazon.com:

There's a lot of career advice out there. Much of it dumb. But what if someone read all the advice books -- over a hundred years' worth -- and put all the good ideas in one place? Could you finally escape the cube? Stop mailing things? Be happier?

In How to Be Useful, Megan Hustad dismantles the myths of getting ahead and helps you navigate the murky waters of office life. Humorous yet wise, irreverent yet marvelously practical, this book will help you learn

• Why "just being yourself" is a terrible idea.
• How to be smart, but not too smart.
• Why you shouldn't be "nice."
• When not to be good at your job.
• How to screw up with grace and dignity.
• Why shoes matter.
• The right and wrong ways to talk trash about yourself.
• That ambition, practiced wisely, is a noble thing.

Looks great and probably a good read, even if you know all of this stuff.

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The Daily Roundup 11/14/08

• New York State's Budget Cuts (via)
• US Retail Sales Drop in October by Most On Record (via)
• Google Fell below $300/share - the first time since 2005! (via)
• Want To Work For Obama? Be Prepared To Spill All (via)
• Citigroup to lay off a 'Humongous' Number of People (via)
  

Time Inc. Related:

• Time Inc.'s Painfully Slow Layoffs (via)
• Time Inc. Layoff Update - 30 + from Essence & Entertainment Weekly - More To Come (via)
• Time Inc.'s Christmas Party... Cancelled!? (via)
  

In Other Media:

• Treacly Obama Worship to Save Magazines (via)
• Some Magazines Actually Posted a Profit This Quarter!? (via)
• Layoffs at Forbes.com? (via)
  

The Insider's Job Search

WhoToTalkTo.com looks promising. You post saying you can give the "ins" about your current and/or previous job and then you gain access to thousands of other people offering up the same kind of information -- that coveted referral to a new job!

This is a fabulous idea, just hope that you can find the type of position you want.

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Interviewing

There will be plenty of posts about the dreaded interview, but this article was well recommended for some "surefire" tips and tricks to acing an interview. From the Online Education Database (OEDb), it lists some great ideas such as "practice your writing skills" or "take a refresher course." It starts from getting ready to look for work, what to do before interview, during and after. Some great tips that everyone should know. (via)

More interview stuff?

• 10 Killer Job Interview Questions (via)
• 25 Questions to Think About Before Your Next Job Interview (via)
• 64 Interview Answers You Need To Know (via)
  

From Mashable: 70+ Tools for Job Hunting

Mashable has been one of the most insightful blog/websites that I've been following for awhile now. Besides great insight into everything that is new to the internet (which is practically hundreds of things a day), they also have some great insight to job hunting.

This article entitled "Job Hunt 2.0: 70+ Tools for Job Seekers" has links to tons of great tools that any job seeker should use. Maybe some won't pertain to you (*cough* ILoveMyNanny.com *cough*) but others may be great -- Indeed.com, Jobster.com or Bixee.com are great examples.

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Job Posts 11/13/08

Marketing Associate
Kaplan - K-12 Services
New York, NY

Description:
Reporting to the Director Marketing Services, provide a range of in-house marketing services for the Kaplan K12 Learning Services Division.

Qualifications:

• Superb Project management skills
• Exceptional copy-writing skills
• Great communication skills
• Ability to thrive in a high-demand, fast-paced environment and master product knowledge quickly.
• Ability to work in a team environment, but also as an individual contributor
• Proficient in Microsoft office
• 2+ years experience in some combination of project management, editing, copywriting, web site management, or other marketing-related responsibilities.
• Experience and interest in K-12 education

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East Coast Digital Sales Planner
Hearst Communications
New York, NY

Description:
The Digital Media Sales Planner will be responsible for working with the East Coast sales team as well interacting with the other departments within HDM: Operations and Marketing.

Qualifications:

• 1-2 years related work experience
• Must be a creative thinker.
• Must have excellent communication skills in all environments: email, phone and face to face.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

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Analyst I - 0800658
Nielson Company
New York, NY

Description:
Analyst Is are responsible for mastering basic BuzzMetrics products, developing a general knowledge of the landscape for consumer-generated media and building the foundational technical skills of a market research analyst. MBOs for the Analyst I will be determined by their RM and the VP.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience with interpreting data, performing quantitative and qualitative analyses
• Working knowledge of consumer-generated media and internet-based research
• Excellent writing skills
• Strong understanding of Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Basic presentation skills
• BA/BS required

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Research Analyst -0800333
Nielson
New York, NY

Description:
The Research Analyst supports the Director, Research Insights & Analytics and Research Manager. This person will take the lead and ownership in automating preparation and delivery of recurring monthly traffic reports and quarterly site demographic profile reports; and related analyses and insights in support of the division's approximately 100 websites. Additionally, the Research Analyst will often take the lead on many ad hoc research projects requested of the Research & Analytics department. The Research Analyst will perform fact-checking, "sanity-checking," web site auditing support and any other tasks that are required in support of overall data accuracy and in identifying data integrity issues. Responsibilities will also include assisting with the preparation of presentations, sales and marketing collateral and additional market research and web analytic requests from the Sales, Market Development, Business Development, and Audience Marketing teams.

Qualifications:

• 1-3 years related experience, including but not limited to Web Analytics, Internet Research, Online Publishing, Market Research or Statistics
• Familiarity with MS Word, PowerPoint; Expertise in Excel; Advanced Excel skills (Pivot Tables; Macros, V-Lookup) preferred

• Ability to self-manage multiple projects; must be able to perform well in a deadline-driven, rapidly changing team environment

• Minimum of B.A. Degree, preferably in Marketing, Journalism, Communications, Social Sciences, Statistics, Accounting or related field

• Familiarity with online audience measurement services (e.g., Nielsen/NetRatings NetView, Comscore, Hitwise) and syndicated research services (Forrester, Jupiter, eMarketer); familiarity with Nielsen Online tool suite (@plan, AdRelevance, Market Intelligence) not mandatory but preferred

• Familarity with Web Analytics software (e.g., SiteCensus, Omniture, Google Analytics)

• Basic understanding of Search Engine Optimization (SEO) techniques and its impact on online traffic not mandatory, but an added bonus

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to interface and effectively communicate with all levels of management

• Ability to work both independently and within a team striving towards a common goal

• Takes personal accountability & initiative

• Identifies issues (pro-active, not reactive)

• Takes action to resolve (can-do, positive attitude)

• Deals effectively with others (internal and external clients); seeks win-win solutions

• Demonstrates personal accountability and initiative/goes beyond what is required

• Creative thinker and problem-solver

• Successful at building collaborative relationships

• Extreme attention to detail

• Demonstrates maturity and balance

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The Daily Roundup 11/13/08

• Study: Layoffs could send aftershocks (via)
• Detroit Three Failure Could Cost At Least 1 Million Jobs (via)
• In a Downturn, Employers Cut Jobs Instead of Pay (via)
  

Time Inc. Related:

• Folio reports on Time Consumer Marketing's cuts (via)
• Why the People Layoffs Will Be More Brutal Than Most (via)
  

In Other Media:

• Even Mapmakers can be hit with a layoff (via)
• Can Obama Save the Media Industry? (via)
  

Recession Proofing Your Job?

There are tons of articles out there about layoffs, finding new jobs, saving money, etc. Lately though, more and more of these articles seem to be appearing online. One of the blogs I read often, Get Rich Slowly, has a round-up of some articles and stories from people who have been laid-off in the past. Then there's the section about recession-proofing your job.

Can you really recession-proof your job though? What about recession-proof jobs? Is there really such a thing as a recession proof-job?

Doubtful you can recession-proof anything 100%, but at least you can take the precaution so you won't have to struggle in the case of a lay-off.

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Need A Drink?

Time Out New York ran an article about where laid-off workers go to drink. Click if you're a:

• Cosmo girls
• Gawker Blogger
• Wall Streeters
• Radar gang
• Finance guy
• Chef
• Marketing exec

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Volunteering Abroad for... FREE!?

It sounds too good to be true. Yes I know, but there are these elusive highly coveted volunteer programs abroad. Think it's a good time to go abroad? Want to do it for free? Explore the world of specialized "volunteer abroad" programs.

• STA Travel has a listing of international volunteering programs -- some of them which offer free room and board in exchange for English lessons (via)
• Idealist.org has been mentioned earlier, but it's worth it to mention more than once. This is a great website for a lot of opportunities abroad -- the search engine offers a choice of clicking "paid" or just opting for unpaid programs - which are in abundance (via)
  
• NGOAbroad is another great opportunity to explore what many charity groups are -- NGO's (Non Govermental Organizations). This site offers some great ideas on how to get into international non-governmental work (via)
  

Job Search Engines

There are SO MANY job search sites out there these days -- what are the best? (Comment and I'll add more here later)

• Indeed.com - One of the best (aggregated) search engines out there. Crawls through tons of job postings. Put in keywords and location and poof! You got results.
  
• SimplyHired.com - Looks very similar to Indeed.com, may have more options to sort by, worth a look.
  
• FedWorld.gov - All the government jobs you need right here. Take a quick look and see if anything catches your eye.
  
• America's Job Bank - This will take you to find your state's job exchange website.
  
• Craig's List - Be wary of Craig's List, but there are some real gems on here. Reading some of the postings because they are ridiculous is a lot of fun as well.
  

There are a ton more, but my favorite is definitely Indeed.com. Type in a keyword and you can search through hundreds (maybe thousands!?) of websites.

Appearance Does Matter

Awhile back, I read that salary correlates with height. I am 5'1" and that makes me sad. I have also heard that beauty (attractiveness / handsomeness / whatever you want to call it) also correalates with salary - among many things.

Now, I don't think I'm unattractive, but I know that there are ways you improve your attractiveness that can improve your "image" in the office.

An article from Working Girl blog titled "How To Be "Pretty' At Work" gives some more detail in regards to this trend and some simple tips to improve how you appear in the office.

"Dress well" is a big one. I highly suggest investing in a solid work wardrobe. Clothing that will always appear to be classic. Investing in an iron board and iron would also be highly suggested (or having a great dry-cleaner).

Remember: it's about quality, not quantity, so think twice when you're picking between buying 5 cheap sweaters versus one or two nice ones. The nice ones will last longer and look better in the long-run.

Resumes Are Going Virtual

I cannot stress enough how doing things "differently" can make you stand out as a potential employee. One way is having a "Virtual Resume." In July 08 article from the NY Times' Shifting Career Blog, they explain how more resumes are going virtual. I don't suggest going completely virtual like the article suggests (unless you want to go into a field that highly supports that "unique subculture").

Having a "virtual resume" should be in addition to your print resume. Besides providing a space to download a digital copy of your resume, it should also allow a viewer to learn more about you. You can allow them to see into the type of work you have previously done, as well as see full lists of your activities and previous employment.

Overall, in this digital world -- having a virtual resume never hurt anyone and should only benefit if you put as much work into it as you put into your print resume.

Places to place your virtual resume:

• Personal Webspace - buy a domain and space at Netfirms or GoDaddy (I have had Netfirms hosting and domain for over a year now (fast approaching 2 years) and I can say, it's quality hosting and reliable. You can find their special "Netfirms Max" deal for $20 for your first year -- includes 2 domains and hosting. Just call in before it expires next year to downgrade or cancel your space (if you choose to do so)
• Linked In
• Doostang
  

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What If You ARE Laid Off During A Recession?

Unemployment could hit 9% this year - and what if that 9% includes you? Robert Scoble who has a great blog - Scobleizer - has some great tips for those facing layoffs during a recession. Here are some of the points that I felt were most relevant:

1. Don't Get Lazy
2. Make sure you spend at least 30% of every day trying to find a job.
3. Start a blog on the field you want to work in.
4. Do things that will get you to be recognized as a world leader in the field you want to be in.
5. Show your friends your resume and cover letter.

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The Art of the Farewell E-Mail

Whether you're leaving voluntarily (changing careers, going back to school, retiring) or involuntarily (sadly laid off or fired), there is that uncomfortable thought of saying "good-bye."

The New York Time's Shifting Career's blog has a great article on the art of writing a farewell letter. Although the letter they posted was "ok" to me, it still has some interesting points.

Saying goodbye is always hard, but keeping it light-hearted with a "keep in touch" should earn kudo points.

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Job Posts 11/12/08

Integrated Marketing Associate - PEOPLE
Time Warner
New York, NY

Description:
The Integrated Marketing Associate plays an integral role in developing the sales, marketing and promotions strategies for the PEOPLE Group including PEOPLE, PEOPLE.com and Style Watch. The Integrated Marketing Associate will collaborate with both the print and online sales teams. The position combines creative “big” idea/platform creation, added value proposal writing, presentation skills and program execution to leverage the PEOPLE brand as a vital media partner.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required, minimum 3-4 years publishing experience, preferably in magazines, media planning, promotions, or client services at an ad agency
• Should be a team player, self-starter who is also extremely innovative, creative, professional and resourceful
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize is a must
• Must have strong proposal writing skills
• Ideal candidate must be highly proactive, detail and solution-oriented

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Marketing Manager - Life Sciences and Healthcare
Deloitte
New York, NY

Description:
Deloitte Services LP is currently searching for a Marketing Manager that will work with other senior marketing professionals in support of Deloitte LLP’s business objectives and marketing initiatives. The main role of the Marketing Manager is to work in partnership with regional leadership to provide strategic marketing, targeting and leadership expertise for specific industries, geographies, designated Service Lines or products and services.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in marketing, communications, public relations or sales
• Experience managing teams in a professional services or large matrixed company
• Excellent written and oral communications skills and professional client service manner
• Superior Microsoft Office skills
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative and interact with all levels of management
• Project management experience
• Sound knowledge of marketing fundamentals
• Negotiation and presentation skills required
• Flexibility and adaptability required
• Undergraduate degree in marketing, communications or related field

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Assistant Manager - Customer Marketing
L'Oreal
New York, NY

Description:
Provide leadership in coordinating, planning, implementing and analyzing account programs that lead to achievement of the Division's business objectives and goals

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required
• Minimum 2-4 years industry experience encompassing either sales management or marketing experience, with emphasis on sales with retail trade customers within Mass/Drug/Food.
• Detailed oriented
• Strong work ethic
• Passion for the business
• Ability to work well with teams

(Link)

Marketing Coordinator
NY Times
New York, NY

Description:
Leading computing association seeks motivated and detail oriented team player. Ideal candidate would be familiar with Quark and basic desktop publishing, be computer literate (MS Word, Excel, Access), have some experience with print production or direct mail, and know HTML.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, English or other relevant field desired, prior similar experience
• (2 - 3+ years) a must.
• Please forward resume and salary requirements via email.

(Link)

You're Not Alone

Not to be depressing, but to all of those job seekers: you're not alone.
This is an image of the line from Monster.com's New York Job Fair. Thank you Gawker for your excellent reporting on the depressing economy. Picture credits to Gawker.

(via)

Lifehacker

My addiction to Lifehacker.com will become more evident as time goes on and I post more great articles from this fantastic site.

I'd first like to point out the usage of tags on this site. The "Career" Tag would be most useful in this case. Already I see a lot of great informative links to different articles they have written over the years. Here's a few great ones:

Combine Feed Creating Tools with Email Alerts to Nab That Job
Face it, there are hundreds (if not THOUSANDS) of places to look through job listings. How will you get through them all? Learning to use an RSS feed will make your life much easier and you can look through listings much more quickly.

Reasons to Trash or Rewrite your Resume
Believe it or not, the standard format for resumes a few years ago isn't the standard format for resumes now. Researching and asking questions about what will impress will keep you ahead of the game -- and looking better than the competition.

Tips for Talking Your Way Into A Job
Who doesn't hate an interview? (Ok, I won't lie, I think interviews are interesting, but completely nervewracking, so I haven't decided if I love or hate them). Talking smoothly about yourself doesn't come easy to most people, but this article gives a few good tips to helping you along on your way to winning over your interviewer.

Job Hunter's Round Up
Although not recent, this article (from 2005!?!?!?) outlines some things job hunters should know about.

The Daily Roundup 11/12/08

• Sign of the times, Virgin Media (2200 cut); DHL (9500 cut); Valassis Communications (100 cut); GM (2500 cut)
• How do we fix the Auto Industry? Hire Steve Jobs (via)
• Nets fans who submit resumes eligible to receive free tickets - and maybe a job too! (via)
• Unemployment expects to hit 9% (via)

Time Inc. Related:

• Porfolio Reports on Time Consumer Marketing (via)

In Other Media:

• More on Condé's cuts: Job Cuts Hit Condé Nast in Digital Arm (via)
• Nick Denton's Forecast of Media Doom (via)

Idealist.org

I am going to eventually write a longer article in regards to volunteering abroad (and domestically!) but I'd like to first talk about idealist.org. This website helped me find opportunities I don't think I would've found elsewhere. Many of the opportunities are not paid, but then again, many are.

Here is what Idealist.org is about in their own words.

Idealist is a project of Action Without Borders, a nonprofit organization founded in 1995 with offices in the United States and Argentina. Idealist is an interactive site where people and organizations can exchange resources and ideas, locate opportunities and supporters, and take steps toward building a world where all people can lead free and dignified lives.

Happy Hunting.

The Difference Between a Career and a Job

From Get Rich Slowly via The Simple Dollar:

• A job is something you do simply to earn money; a career is a series of connected employment opportunities.
• A job has minimal impact on your future work life, while a career provides experience and learning to fuel your future.
• A job offers few networking opportunities, but a career is loaded with them.
• When you work at a job, you should do the minimum without annoying the boss. When you’re in a career, you should go the extra mile, doing tasks beyond your minimum job description.

-Get Rich Slowly (via)

Gratitude Pays Off When Layoffs are Looming

I am a big fan of a good thank you note. Always handwritten, always well thought out. Thank you notes are a great way to gain a favor with the recipient. The advice given in this article does leave a good point. Here is an excerpt.

While it may feel like an odd time for gratitude, you may make some good impressions by composing a few handwritten thank-you notes to those who have helped you in your career. Similarly, if you can craft a graceful departure email thanking colleagues for their support, providing your personal contact information and saying you are open to any leads or introductions, again you may be pleased with the results.

-Lifehacker (via)

Job Posts 11/11/08

Assistant Manager
Maybelline Garnier / L'Oreal
New York, NY

Description:
Overall responsibilities include assisting in the management of the category/brand including business analysis, organizing and executing marketing projects and interacting with support groups to meet all brand objectives.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree required; MBA preferred.
• Work Experience: Minimum 2 years; Combination of educational and work experience in a related industry; with MBA would consider relevant internship experience. L'Oreal USA is an equal opportunity employer M / F / D / V.

(Link)

Account Manager - Traffic
Newsweek Magazine
New York, NY

Description:
The Account Manager – Traffic will report to the Director of Operations and support the implementation of all contracted Newsweek.com advertising campaigns. S/he will ensure that all contracted revenue delivers completely on Newsweek.com and manage campaigns from point of sale until completed delivery.

Qualifications:

• One or more years of sales support experience within an internet advertising environment (preferable)
• Knowledge of DFP and campaign trafficking experience
• Exceptional organizational skills, be highly detail oriented and have a strong customer and client focus
• Quantitative skills for analysis, tracking, and optimization of data, and have the ability to meet fast deadlines and handle multiple projects
• Strong PC skills with emphasis on Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, Excel and Outlook, as well as excellent writing and verbal communication skills
• B.A. or equivalent degree

(Link)
*Will need a (free) account with Mediabistro to view this posting

Marketing Manager
Smithsonian Media
New York, NY

Description:
Smithsonian Media seeks a Marketing Manager in our Grand Central location to be actively involved in marketing and merchandising for all Smithsonian Media properties. Smithsonian Media is comprised of the advertising-related business of Smithsonian Enterprises, including Smithsonian, Air & Space and goSmithsonian magazines; Smithsonian.com, Airspacemag.com, gosmithsonian.com and Smithsonian Channel websites as well as Smithsonian Channel television advertising sales. In addition, includes current and future custom and annuity programs and promotional events such as Museum Day, CultureFest among them.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree (BA) from a four year college or university and 3 to 5 years experience in media, advertising, and marketing industry.
• Specific knowledge and understanding of marketing.
• Knowledge of the magazine sales process
• Solid experience developing sales promotion materials
• Ability to juggle multiple projects with a high degree of accuracy and follow through
• Excellent communication skills
• Proven track record of creative and effective marketing strategy.

(Link)
*Will need a (free) account with Mediabistro to view this posting

Marketing Analyst
Canon
New York, NY

Description:
Canon's Marketing Analysts are responsible for supporting all Marketing initiatives, including the analysis of promotion programs' success, maintaining ongoing relationships with software vendors, management of product information, and discovery of new revenue opportunities within existing product lines.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of Bachelor's Degree and / or equivalent experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment; exceptional multi-tasking skills are a must
• Mastery of MS Office; Oracle experience a plus

(Link)

Associate Analyst
Nielson Company
New York, NY

Description:
Prepare special analysis reports for the National client base. Work as part of the support team for the Client Services staff and provide data as needed. Use Nielsen software systems to gather information and manipulate the data in Excel. Coordinate production of daily, weekly, monthly reports and disseminate to the Client Service Group and clients. Service clients directly and on a daily basis

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree (preferably with a concentration in Marketing or Communications)
• Extremely detail oriented & very strong analytical aptitude
• Good organizational and communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure and handle tight deadlines
• Ability to handle multiple priorities
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel/Word/Powerpoint
• Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team

(Link)

Why Malcolm Gladwell Thinks We Have Little Control Over Our Own Success

Excerpt -

Malcolm Gladwell’s elegant and wildly popular theories about modern life have turned his name into an adjective — Gladwellian! But in his new book, he seeks to undercut the cult of success, including his own, by explaining how little control we have over it.

-New York Magazine (via)

The Daily Roundup 11/11/08

• The number of New Yorkers applying for unemployment benefits is up 29% from last year (via)
• Extending unemployment benefits can be seen as a good way to stimulate the economy (via)
• Are “Green Jobs” the next big thing? Barack Obama thinks so (via)
• Laid off? Time to rethink your goals (via)
• 5 Tips for Frustrated Job Seekers (via)
• Top Jobs During A Recession (via)

Time Inc. Related:

• Time Inc. Consumer Marketing and Sales took a hit yesterday cutting 92 jobs (via)
• In Time, Inc. news, it looks like Europe may be taking a more severe approach to their editorial cuts (via)

In Other Media:

• Even digital media isn't safe - cuts at Condé Nast's CondéNet (via and via)
  

Savings. Graph from Time Out New York

I felt this graph illustrated how your savings should look pretty sufficiently. Sadly, rent is indeed 30% on here (It's New York! What'd you expect!?), although nationally, most people recommend it be about 24% of your income.

A good place to start with personal finance is I Will Teach You To Be Rich. This is a great blog with a lot of great tips in regards to investing your money and working through tricky money situations. Currently they are running a "Save $1000 in 30 Days Challenge" which would be a good time to implement if you're looking to save a little cash. Everyday (this began Nov 1st) he'll be listing out a new tip. He's on tip 7 (although he should be on 11, but he skipped over the weekend). Some of the tips may or may not apply to you, but they are still some good ideas to save even just a little bit of cash. Anyone should practice a little frugality in a poor economy. It's a safe and easy way to "prevent" any money disasters.

Laid Off? Article from Time Out New York

One article that caught my eye recently was this article from Time Out New York. Despite being humorous, it had some great points.

Hopefully reading the article will offer some insightful advice. Note that some parts really only pertain to New Yorkers. It's called "Phase Three" because it was part of a 3-article special about Jobs. Phase I was finding your dream job (this article kind of sucked) and Phase II was keeping your job. Hope this article offers some insight.

Job Posts 11/10/08

Today's Posts:

Assistant Manager - Customer Marketing
L'Oreal International
New York, NY

Description:
Provide leadership in coordinating, planning, implementing and analyzing account programs that lead to achievement of the Division's business objectives and goals

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required
• Minimum 2-4 years industry experience encompassing either sales management or marketing experience, with emphasis on sales with retail trade customers within Mass/Drug/Food.

(Link)

Marketing Manager, Wholesale Online Strategy
Polo Ralph Lauren
New York, NY

Description:
Supports the Senior Director of Wholesale Online Strategy & Marketing in managing and servicing our wholesale online brand presentation and marketing activities.

Qualifications:

• 2-4 years experience in marketing required.
• Online marketing experience required.
• Retail, apparel and/or luxury experience appreciated.
• Client service experience appreciated.
• Solid project manager - thorough, detail-oriented, organized.
• Clear communicator, written and verbal.
• Calm and professional demeanor.
• Collaborative, collegial work style.

(Link)

Marketing Assistant
American International Group
New York, NY

Description:

• Direct Mail Support
• Support HO campaign execution by working with print & lettershop vendors
• Support field & zone driven direct by working with creative, print and list vendors
• Support Strategic Sales Group by working with creative, print & lettershop vendors

Qualifications:

• At least 2 years working in an administrative capacity preferably in the insurance, finance or communications/marketing field.
• Microsoft Office
• Written communications skills; grammar and style
• Strong organization skills; ability to handle multiple projects at one time
• Ability to work well within a fast-paced team environment

(Link)

Internet Marketing Analyst
Coach
New York, NY

Description:
Searching Engine Marketing , Search Engine Optimization, Email, and Online Media

Qualifications:

• BA or BS degree.
  
• 2-4 years of prior experience in internet/ecommerce marketing.

(Link)

Kate Spade Marketing Coordinator
Liz Claiborne, Inc
New York, NY

Description:
The marketing coordinator is responsible for coordinating offers and events with stores, centers and creative departments. They will assist with wholesale, licensing and international prokects as well as assist with magazine partners on merchandising credits.

Qualifications:

• College degree preferred
• Strong organizational skills
• Communication skills essential
• Self-starter
• Must be able to keep information confidential
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint

(Link)

Marketing Effectiveness & Circulation Analyst (Job #: BLM01342)
Bloomingdale's
New York, NY

Description:
The Marketing Effectiveness & Circulation Analyst analyzes the effectiveness of our promotion efforts by using a combination of measurements, such as advertising to sales ratio, return on investment, and plus over norm. You will learn and implement the techniques used to segment customers and target appropriate customer clusters to increase profitability for catalogs and other direct mail pieces. The Marketing Effectiveness & Circulation Analyst uses transaction and demographic data to increase return on direct marketing investment. The Marketing Effectiveness & Circulation Analyst will make recommendations for improving results for our future promotions.

Qualifications:

• 1-2 years experience in marketing analysis
• 4 year college degree required
• Proven quantitative ability and experience working with large volumes of data
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Proficient in excel and comfortable learning and utilizing new front-end technology systems

(Link)

The Elusive "Networking" Website

I'm sure that everyone has heard that networking is the way to go when you want to find new opportunities, but what about job networking websites?

There are tons of them out there, so what ones do you choose, which ones do you join? Which ones do you need to be invited to and which ones are open to everyone?

Doostang.com (Invite Only)
This is a well known and growing job search networking website. As their website states:

Founded in 2005 by two friends — a Stanford MBA and an MIT engineer — Doostang was created with one goal in mind: to successfully advance ambitious young professionals in their careers.

Doostang brings together the best minds under one roof and provides them with the tools to find exclusive jobs, be found by leading employers, and network with one another.

Our rapidly-growing community of over half a million of the best and brightest continues to attract thousands of exclusive career opportunities from employers looking to hire top talent.

If you are interested in an invite from me, please email me.

NotchUp.com (Application or Invite Only)
Notch Up is relatively new to the market. It's currently marked as still being in beta, but it's an interesting concept that can grow to be a sensation. The concept behind the site is for recruiters to find candidates. (Sounds like every other search website, but supposedly it's not). It also pays for interviews and users can rate interviewers. Users are protected by being assigned an number and remaining anonymous except for their credentials.

LinkedIn.com (Open)
To be extremely frank, I just signed up for Linked In about 5 minutes ago. It seems most professionals use this website to network and keep in touch with colleagues. It appears to be a glorified resume that you can link to other people.

Monster.com (Open) & CareerBuilder.com (Open)
Be wary when it comes to Monster.com and/or CareerBuilder.com. Although it is possible to find legitimate interviews and companies, many of those who contact you will quickly become spam. I speak from experience of myself, relatives and other people I know who have signed up for these sites.

Jobster.com (Open)
Jobster is another one of those networking sites where I haven't decided if it's good or bad yet. They send out emails with jobs in your area based on your experience. Although most of the jobs I have seen aren't ones that I would enjoy, I still think this site is worth a look.

The Beginning

I'm always looking ~ seeking new things ~ which is why I created this blog. As corny and awkward as it sounds, I've decided to consolidate my knowledge on this blog to help good people find what they seek.

This blog will be about many things, including:

• Job Recruiting Websites
• Media & Marketing Job Postings (this is specific because I work in media and my interests lay in media and marketing)
  
• Headhunters
• Great Job Hunt Books
• Interviewing to Impress
• Interesting Articles
• Unemployment News

There'll be more, but this is just the beginning.