Tanya Ferrell YOU GET IT!!!

Tanya Ferrell â€" YOU GET IT!!! I recently got an e-mail from Tanya Ferrell, sharing a Branding Periodic Table (if you are a branding geek youll really like it!). As usual, I Googled Tanyas name and was more than pleasantly surprised at what I found. Here was someone that practically owned the first page of Google for her name. Heres what I like: Her Google results are pretty darn good if Im a hiring manager or recruiter I dont have to go far. I can learn that shes a senior at the Art Institute of Pittsburgh majoring in Advertising (as of Sept 2007). Theres a Tanya Ferrell mentioned in a Milwaukee newspaper article from 2002 Im not sure if this is her but it does reinforce her position as someone who is quite tech/internet savvy, and if it is her, Im going to be impressed that she was mentioned in the article as an organizer of a leading edge website for the community. (a) shes been in this tech space for a while, and (b) I wasnt mentioned in the newspaper when I was 15! If nothing else it gives me something to talk with her about a starting point for our relationship (or something interesting to talk about in our interview). She also has a profile on Digg and Mashable, which help her claim two spots on her first page of Google results. Shows she is active in the social space and contributes as a voter, etc. to these types of forums. I wouldnt expect any less from someone from GenY but its nice to see it here. Her blog. Of course. Notice that only ONE person has won this award without having a blog? For me its huge, and Tanyas blog is excellent. Heres why: She owns her name TanyaFerrell.com. When you go there it goes straight to her blog, which means easy maintenance. Do you own your name? Its easy and inexpensive! Her title totally makes sense for her brand Common Sense: Internet Marketing Made Simple considering she is at an art school, and shes doing an internship in internet marketing, I think this is an excellent title/theme for her blog. Shes obviously passionate about the subject, can back it up with what she learns at work, and has a creative brain three major positives, as far as Im concerned. Her About section is concise and complete, and has her e-mail address right there. Easy to figure out who she is and how to get in touch with her, without having to go to another page to read a novel about how great she is. The topics she writes about solidifies what her passion and specialty are. She gives me a genY perspective on interstitial ads (I NEVER would have expected to read this from anyone, much less someone from GenY I wonder if its just because she is in advertising?). She talks about the frustration of all the social sites, and how to manage all the login/account information (I am social networked out, its good to hear her perspective on this simple issue). Her post on Applicable Web Analytics shows me that she thinks outside the normal boundaries, I love the end where she says shes going back to her professor to bring them relevant, current information for the course (as opposed to just accepting what they say as truth)! Theres a lot more similar to previous winners. I think her template is fine, she makes excellent use of images (graphs!) and video, her tone is very authentic and real its simple yet authoritative and knowledgeable and comfortable. I feel sorry for people that she is going to interview against, especially if the hiring managers do a Google search. Tanya has a big online footprint in a lot of places, her blog is relevant to her profession, and she is building a long history. This is a terrific complement to her statement I love marketing in all its forms. I love it so much, Im currently working at my 4th internship. Hello her fourth internship. Shes going to land an excellent gig after she graduates! So, something new, here are my critiques: I really like the custom picture instead of the standard heading, but I would make it smaller I think it takes up too much vertical space. Choose something that moves the other content in the first column up higher, above the fold. I would like to see a recent comments section in the first column it shows me which posts are creating buzz, and Im guessing it will help generate more comments/discussion. Im not really big on tag clouds, so if you want it, move it down. Just my opinion The Me on the Internet section is actually pretty interesting. I definitely wouldnt suggest it for everyone (for example, YGI winners Mike Schaffner and Kent Blumberg) only for those that have an active presence out there. My only beef with this section is that it is BIG it takes up a lot of space! I previously said the template is fine. I think that Tanya should spend some time looking for a different template (understanding that this isnt her first template as a blogger we all go through this :)). I do like the font, and colors of the links for each blog post, and the date format stuff like that Heres my biggest critique, non-blog related. This is a really controversial topic, so take it for what its worth. I do not like the image that she chose for her Digg and Mashable profiles. This is absolutely not a moral preaching, or anything like that. Ive seen this fester up on various blogs, and my position is to have a cleaner image. Since this is something that she might change, Im not even going to go there, you can click on her Digg and Mashable images to see what it is now (perhaps it will change), or you can read my abbreviated position on this Penelope Trunk post (in the comments), written by guest blogger (and now business partner) Jason Warner, aka the Google Guy. Congratulations Tanya! You join a special group of professionals and have earned a coveted link from my monthly winner’s blogroll area (on the left), six months of premium JibberJobber (you can transfer/award this to someone else ), and a cyber-high five! Feel free to post the You Get It award on your blog! Here are the past winners: September 2006 ClickDave my review October 2006 Kent Blumberg my review November 2006 Heather Henricks my review December 2006 Adelino de Almeida my review January 2007 Rob Humphrey my review January 2007 Ariel Meadow Stallings my review February 2007 Mike Schaffner my review March 2007 Susan Johnston my review April 2007 Thomas Clifford my review May 2007 Rob Frankel my review June 2007 Trent Hamm my review July 2007 Katie Konrath my review August 2007 Robb Hecht my review September 2007 OOPS! I took this month off and didnt realize it! Lucky me Tanya Ferrell â€" YOU GET IT!!! I recently got an e-mail from Tanya Ferrell, sharing a Branding Periodic Table (if you are a branding geek youll really like it!). As usual, I Googled Tanyas name and was more than pleasantly surprised at what I found. Here was someone that practically owned the first page of Google for her name. Heres what I like: Her Google results are pretty darn good if Im a hiring manager or recruiter I dont have to go far. I can learn that shes a senior at the Art Institute of Pittsburgh majoring in Advertising (as of Sept 2007). Theres a Tanya Ferrell mentioned in a Milwaukee newspaper article from 2002 Im not sure if this is her but it does reinforce her position as someone who is quite tech/internet savvy, and if it is her, Im going to be impressed that she was mentioned in the article as an organizer of a leading edge website for the community. (a) shes been in this tech space for a while, and (b) I wasnt mentioned in the newspaper when I was 15! If nothing else it gives me something to talk with her about a starting point for our relationship (or something interesting to talk about in our interview). She also has a profile on Digg and Mashable, which help her claim two spots on her first page of Google results. Shows she is active in the social space and contributes as a voter, etc. to these types of forums. I wouldnt expect any less from someone from GenY but its nice to see it here. Her blog. Of course. Notice that only ONE person has won this award without having a blog? For me its huge, and Tanyas blog is excellent. Heres why: She owns her name TanyaFerrell.com. When you go there it goes straight to her blog, which means easy maintenance. Do you own your name? Its easy and inexpensive! Her title totally makes sense for her brand Common Sense: Internet Marketing Made Simple considering she is at an art school, and shes doing an internship in internet marketing, I think this is an excellent title/theme for her blog. Shes obviously passionate about the subject, can back it up with what she learns at work, and has a creative brain three major positives, as far as Im concerned. Her About section is concise and complete, and has her e-mail address right there. Easy to figure out who she is and how to get in touch with her, without having to go to another page to read a novel about how great she is. The topics she writes about solidifies what her passion and specialty are. She gives me a genY perspective on interstitial ads (I NEVER would have expected to read this from anyone, much less someone from GenY I wonder if its just because she is in advertising?). She talks about the frustration of all the social sites, and how to manage all the login/account information (I am social networked out, its good to hear her perspective on this simple issue). Her post on Applicable Web Analytics shows me that she thinks outside the normal boundaries, I love the end where she says shes going back to her professor to bring them relevant, current information for the course (as opposed to just accepting what they say as truth)! Theres a lot more similar to previous winners. I think her template is fine, she makes excellent use of images (graphs!) and video, her tone is very authentic and real its simple yet authoritative and knowledgeable and comfortable. I feel sorry for people that she is going to interview against, especially if the hiring managers do a Google search. Tanya has a big online footprint in a lot of places, her blog is relevant to her profession, and she is building a long history. This is a terrific complement to her statement I love marketing in all its forms. I love it so much, Im currently working at my 4th internship. Hello her fourth internship. Shes going to land an excellent gig after she graduates! So, something new, here are my critiques: I really like the custom picture instead of the standard heading, but I would make it smaller I think it takes up too much vertical space. Choose something that moves the other content in the first column up higher, above the fold. I would like to see a recent comments section in the first column it shows me which posts are creating buzz, and Im guessing it will help generate more comments/discussion. Im not really big on tag clouds, so if you want it, move it down. Just my opinion The Me on the Internet section is actually pretty interesting. I definitely wouldnt suggest it for everyone (for example, YGI winners Mike Schaffner and Kent Blumberg) only for those that have an active presence out there. My only beef with this section is that it is BIG it takes up a lot of space! I previously said the template is fine. I think that Tanya should spend some time looking for a different template (understanding that this isnt her first template as a blogger we all go through this :)). I do like the font, and colors of the links for each blog post, and the date format stuff like that Heres my biggest critique, non-blog related. This is a really controversial topic, so take it for what its worth. I do not like the image that she chose for her Digg and Mashable profiles. This is absolutely not a moral preaching, or anything like that. Ive seen this fester up on various blogs, and my position is to have a cleaner image. Since this is something that she might change, Im not even going to go there, you can click on her Digg and Mashable images to see what it is now (perhaps it will change), or you can read my abbreviated position on this Penelope Trunk post (in the comments), written by guest blogger (and now business partner) Jason Warner, aka the Google Guy. Congratulations Tanya! You join a special group of professionals and have earned a coveted link from my monthly winner’s blogroll area (on the left), six months of premium JibberJobber (you can transfer/award this to someone else ), and a cyber-high five! Feel free to post the You Get It award on your blog! Here are the past winners: September 2006 ClickDave my review October 2006 Kent Blumberg my review November 2006 Heather Henricks my review December 2006 Adelino de Almeida my review January 2007 Rob Humphrey my review January 2007 Ariel Meadow Stallings my review February 2007 Mike Schaffner my review March 2007 Susan Johnston my review April 2007 Thomas Clifford my review May 2007 Rob Frankel my review June 2007 Trent Hamm my review July 2007 Katie Konrath my review August 2007 Robb Hecht my review September 2007 OOPS! I took this month off and didnt realize it! Lucky me Tanya Ferrell â€" YOU GET IT!!! I recently got an e-mail from Tanya Ferrell, sharing a Branding Periodic Table (if you are a branding geek youll really like it!). As usual, I Googled Tanyas name and was more than pleasantly surprised at what I found. Here was someone that practically owned the first page of Google for her name. Heres what I like: Her Google results are pretty darn good if Im a hiring manager or recruiter I dont have to go far. I can learn that shes a senior at the Art Institute of Pittsburgh majoring in Advertising (as of Sept 2007). Theres a Tanya Ferrell mentioned in a Milwaukee newspaper article from 2002 Im not sure if this is her but it does reinforce her position as someone who is quite tech/internet savvy, and if it is her, Im going to be impressed that she was mentioned in the article as an organizer of a leading edge website for the community. (a) shes been in this tech space for a while, and (b) I wasnt mentioned in the newspaper when I was 15! If nothing else it gives me something to talk with her about a starting point for our relationship (or something interesting to talk about in our interview). She also has a profile on Digg and Mashable, which help her claim two spots on her first page of Google results. Shows she is active in the social space and contributes as a voter, etc. to these types of forums. I wouldnt expect any less from someone from GenY but its nice to see it here. Her blog. Of course. Notice that only ONE person has won this award without having a blog? For me its huge, and Tanyas blog is excellent. Heres why: She owns her name TanyaFerrell.com. When you go there it goes straight to her blog, which means easy maintenance. Do you own your name? Its easy and inexpensive! Her title totally makes sense for her brand Common Sense: Internet Marketing Made Simple considering she is at an art school, and shes doing an internship in internet marketing, I think this is an excellent title/theme for her blog. Shes obviously passionate about the subject, can back it up with what she learns at work, and has a creative brain three major positives, as far as Im concerned. Her About section is concise and complete, and has her e-mail address right there. Easy to figure out who she is and how to get in touch with her, without having to go to another page to read a novel about how great she is. The topics she writes about solidifies what her passion and specialty are. She gives me a genY perspective on interstitial ads (I NEVER would have expected to read this from anyone, much less someone from GenY I wonder if its just because she is in advertising?). She talks about the frustration of all the social sites, and how to manage all the login/account information (I am social networked out, its good to hear her perspective on this simple issue). Her post on Applicable Web Analytics shows me that she thinks outside the normal boundaries, I love the end where she says shes going back to her professor to bring them relevant, current information for the course (as opposed to just accepting what they say as truth)! Theres a lot more similar to previous winners. I think her template is fine, she makes excellent use of images (graphs!) and video, her tone is very authentic and real its simple yet authoritative and knowledgeable and comfortable. I feel sorry for people that she is going to interview against, especially if the hiring managers do a Google search. Tanya has a big online footprint in a lot of places, her blog is relevant to her profession, and she is building a long history. This is a terrific complement to her statement I love marketing in all its forms. I love it so much, Im currently working at my 4th internship. Hello her fourth internship. Shes going to land an excellent gig after she graduates! So, something new, here are my critiques: I really like the custom picture instead of the standard heading, but I would make it smaller I think it takes up too much vertical space. Choose something that moves the other content in the first column up higher, above the fold. I would like to see a recent comments section in the first column it shows me which posts are creating buzz, and Im guessing it will help generate more comments/discussion. Im not really big on tag clouds, so if you want it, move it down. Just my opinion The Me on the Internet section is actually pretty interesting. I definitely wouldnt suggest it for everyone (for example, YGI winners Mike Schaffner and Kent Blumberg) only for those that have an active presence out there. My only beef with this section is that it is BIG it takes up a lot of space! I previously said the template is fine. I think that Tanya should spend some time looking for a different template (understanding that this isnt her first template as a blogger we all go through this :)). I do like the font, and colors of the links for each blog post, and the date format stuff like that Heres my biggest critique, non-blog related. This is a really controversial topic, so take it for what its worth. I do not like the image that she chose for her Digg and Mashable profiles. This is absolutely not a moral preaching, or anything like that. Ive seen this fester up on various blogs, and my position is to have a cleaner image. Since this is something that she might change, Im not even going to go there, you can click on her Digg and Mashable images to see what it is now (perhaps it will change), or you can read my abbreviated position on this Penelope Trunk post (in the comments), written by guest blogger (and now business partner) Jason Warner, aka the Google Guy. Congratulations Tanya! You join a special group of professionals and have earned a coveted link from my monthly winner’s blogroll area (on the left), six months of premium JibberJobber (you can transfer/award this to someone else ), and a cyber-high five! Feel free to post the You Get It award on your blog! Here are the past winners: September 2006 ClickDave my review October 2006 Kent Blumberg my review November 2006 Heather Henricks my review December 2006 Adelino de Almeida my review January 2007 Rob Humphrey my review January 2007 Ariel Meadow Stallings my review February 2007 Mike Schaffner my review March 2007 Susan Johnston my review April 2007 Thomas Clifford my review May 2007 Rob Frankel my review June 2007 Trent Hamm my review July 2007 Katie Konrath my review August 2007 Robb Hecht my review September 2007 OOPS! I took this month off and didnt realize it! Lucky me

Using a To the Point Resume Writing Service

Using a To the Point Resume Writing ServiceHow do you ensure that your to the point resume writing service is making you look good? The process of writing resumes is not something that we learn in school. We only know about it after a job interview and a job offer has been accepted or rejected.For this reason, many candidates make the mistake of not taking the time to prepare and learn all that they need to in order to land the job they are seeking. This can lead to the hiring manager knowing more about you than you do about yourself.A to the point resume writing service is a valuable asset to any candidate who is preparing for an interview. Although it may seem like a small detail, in order to be as effective as possible, you must make sure that you are writing a resume that will do everything you need to do to get the job done. A good service will do this for you, including providing information and examples of resumes that other employers have used successfully.Many people overloo k the importance of addressing all the information in an employer's handbook when writing their own resume. But it is something that needs to be addressed if you want to give your resume a professional appearance. The format that an employer expects you to follow in the information that is covered in your employment history section is the same format that a to the point resume writing service should use in your section.When writing a to the point resume, there are a few things that you want to make sure that you include in your sections on education, employment, and awards. Information about your accomplishments and skills is critical to making sure that the hiring manager has a clear understanding of what the role of the person they are interviewing is going to require. When you have it all in one place, you will not only appear more organized, but also you will be more prepared to answer the questions that the hiring manager will ask. It is no secret that resumes written for a to the point resume writing service are an invaluable resource. A resume can help get you an interview, but it can also provide an interviewer with a much clearer understanding of what you are looking for. Your career path is a critical piece of information that should be included on your resume. By making sure that you have included this information accurately, you will help avoid over-qualified candidates from being hired because of incorrect information that is on their resume.Experience is another important aspect of what you need to include on your resume. A good to the point resume writing service will offer up examples of previous projects so that you can see exactly what experience is required for the position that you are seeking. If you have the necessary work experience, then you can also have the necessary education, and the most important part of your resume, awards.A to the point resume writing service is an extremely useful tool for anyone who is trying to land a job. Wh ile it is difficult to ensure that you will be hiring someone who has all of the necessary experience and qualifications, it is easy to see how a to the point resume can set you apart from other candidates. So take the time to get it right, and you will stand out above the rest of the candidates.

Why it is Important to Develop the Growth Mindset

Why it is Important to Develop the Growth Mindset This is what Carol Dweck says about the sort of talent we need to compete successfully in a dynamic and volatile environment “Individuals who believe their talents can be developed (through hard work, good strategies, and input from others) have a growth mindset”. These people tend to achieve more than those with a more fixed mindset (who believe their talents are innate gifts) because they worry less about looking smart and they put their energy into learning. Typical of growth mindset thinking and behavior is the sharing of information, collaboration, innovation, seeking feedback, and admitting errors. Dweck maintains that individuals and organizations have much to gain by deepening their understanding of growth mindset concepts and the processes for putting them into practice. It gives them a richer sense of who they are, what they stand for, and how they want to move forward. It’s relevant to note that it is important for managers to cultivate a growth mindset as part of their own personal development; when they relinquish any fixed mindset, they are enabled to provide more accurate performance appraisal, feedback, and helpful employee coaching. Optimise opportunities The opportunity to acquire skills and experience is a key driver of employee motivation and job satisfaction. This, obviously, should translate to positive gains for the employer by enhancing organizational effectiveness and improving work quality. Providing such opportunities help the organization to attract and retain high-performing employees; development opportunities are an important component of the employer brand offer. Improving the quality of employees’ work experience facilitates the development of talent to optimize potential. Opportunities for that enable growth and development include: Access to continuing education courses Tuition reimbursement Career development and planning coaching Skills training either in-house or via external providers Opportunities for promotion and internal career advancement via projects, tours of duty, secondments, stretch assignments Coaching, mentoring, and leadership development programs Gallup researchers found that the best candidates look for certain things in an organization and that high-quality applicants are more likely to prefer roles which provide opportunities to learn and grow; their ideal job features professional development or growth opportunities. They point out that an employment brand that portrays a strengths-based culture is instrumental in attracting top talent. A strengths-based employer brand attracts job applicants who are motivated to use and develop their innate abilities, those who demonstrate energy and commitment to high performance and thrive in a demanding work environment. The collective vision In an agile career world, organizations need people who have broader more diversified capabilities, while maintaining their specific area of expertise and competency as they move up towards higher levels of contribution. Our research shows that: On-the-job development opportunities, such as lateral moves, increase engagement by up to 30% Organizations who support more junior candidates to acquire the skills necessary to ‘step up’ reported 50% better overall recruitment metrics. At 10Eighty we believe it is important that senior management ensure that line managers have the skills they need to provide good, constructive, feedback and to manage meaningful career conversations with their teams. Sculpting job roles to meet employee aspirations will increase engagement and business performance, by up to 30% and that affords the organization the talent mobility they need. In the modern workplace development initiatives need to be employee enabled, facilitated by the worker. Development initiatives, grounded on the real work of the organization, should include support such as mentoring, coaching, and job shadowing which are particularly useful in equipping candidates with the skills and experience relevant to leadership roles. The end game is the development of an energized team of co-leaders and co-learners committed to collaborative action in the service of a collective vision. Such visionary leadership strategy enables an organization fit to meet the challenges of disruption from new entrants, disruptive technologies and changing consumer behaviors.

Details About the Get Your Career Unstuck Webinar TODAY!!

Details About the Get Your Career Unstuck Webinar TODAY!! Just a quick reminder that my BRAND-NEW, FREE webinar that wraps everything up 7 Simple Secrets To Get Your Career Unstuck: How To Find Clear Direction For Your Professional Future and LOVE Going to Work Everyday! Is TODAY at 5pm Pacific (8pm EST)!! Heres the link the reserve your space: classycareergirl.com/freeplan. I have already received a few emails from readers in the Northeast US that are out of power because of Hurricane Sandy.  First of all, STAY SAFE!!  Second of all,  I have decided to do a replay of the webinar at a later date for those affected by Sandy and those of you who are super busy this evening.  I dont have a time or date yet but if you reserve your space at classycareergirl.com/freeplan, I will definitely send you the details of the replay ASAP.  So dont worry! This is THE CALL you want to be on to learn the secrets behind how I found a career I LOVE and how the heck I managed to turn a job I  absolutely  dreaded going to work at into a career that I now love waking up going to work at everyday!  (Not to mention knowing that my career fits me perfectly and it is what I was born to do). Heres that link again to reserve your spot in this complimentary webinar and grab my hot new 3-part video series. classycareergirl.com/freeplan See you tonight on the webinar! Anna

Reaching Out To A Prospective Employer With Resume Writing And Job Search Correspondence

Reaching Out To A Prospective Employer With Resume Writing And Job Search CorrespondenceJob Search correspondence is an essential part of your resume. In fact, most job seekers are unaware of the fact that you can even use them. Many job seekers are flummoxed when they find out that they have to write in correspondence form. However, correspondence serves an important purpose in the job search process.First, let's talk about why you need to write in job search correspondence. This is a compilation of all of your previous work. You'll find this very useful if you have a sales resume. For example, if you want to get a job as a manager at a department store, you'll want to include on your resume the items you've written about in a sales resume. Likewise, if you've never held a sales position before, you may want to mention in your job search correspondence the duties you performed as a representative at a factory or other business.By including these items in your resume, you'll be more marketable in the employer's eyes. In addition, you can build an impressive resume based on the jobs you've had in the past. When you have proof of past employment, it's easier to get a job in the future.Now, let's talk about the format of these various resumes. One of the best ways to use resume writing and job search correspondence is to type them out yourself. You may choose to hire someone to do this for you, or you may even want to do it yourself. Personally, I prefer doing it myself, because I like to make things as simple as possible. If you're doing this for the first time, you should also take a look at a resume writing software package.Using a software program to write a resume allows you to make your resume appear organized. That way, it will be easy for the hiring manager to find your resume. Additionally, a good software package will also help you make your resume look more professional.When composing your resume and job search correspondence, there are some things you should avoid. You don't want to put your contact information on your resume. Employers want to know who they're dealing with, not just what you did. Therefore, you'll want to put your name and email address in the job search correspondence portion of your resume.In addition, keep your resume updated as time goes by. If you've had some type of experience lately, you may want to mention it on your resume. Additionally, you should always put your resume information into an organized manner so that it will be easier for an employer to find when they're searching for jobs on the Internet.Finally, you want to be very careful about how you format your resume. If you don't know anything about layout, don't worry. Most software packages will provide you with helpful tips on how to format your resume. Also, this should be an easy process, and you can always hire someone to do it for you.

Hot Careers in Transportation - CareerAlley

Hot Careers in Transportation - CareerAlley We may receive compensation when you click on links to products from our partners. Careers in the transportation industry can be as exciting or diverse as those in the other industries. From commercial driving for trucks that carry automobiles to working as an expedited freight transporter, job prospects are often plentiful and varied. Depending on what your level of skill might be, there numerous opportunities to start on this career path. Working as an Expedited Freight Transporter: The life of an expedited freight transporter can be hectic at times. Loads have specific deadlines and must always be on time. Companies order expedited freight because they need the loads faster than tractor/trailer transport services can haul them. Most expedited freight runs are short, with some lasting a few days. It is important to take the time to learn how being an expedited freight transporter can be rewarding and financially lucrative. Pick your own Loads: One of the benefits of working for yourself through a major company is that you can pick your own loads. This is beneficial when it is close to your downtime period as you can pick a shorter run to still be home with your family on time. The available runs are posted on an online board. Some ask for bids and others are already quoted by the home company and are up for grabs. It is ideal to take the loads that you are most comfortable with. Picking the freight that you are most comfortable with is ideal because it ensures that the products will arrive in perfect condition as you are aware of how to secure the load in place correctly. Selecting the Right Company to Work with: As an expedited freight hauler, it is vital that you select the right home company to work with. A company that offers incentives, discounts on maintenance and appreciation rewards is one with other transporters that care about their job and enjoy it. Another factor is the support available to help you run your own business. Support is important for helping transporters keep their financial records straight. Work with a company that values family time and puts its contractors first. You also want to select a home company, such as Landstar as an example that has ample runs available and provides the opportunity for independence. Some companies have forced dispatch based upon your location. This is not ideal for all transporters as it can keep them out on the road longer than they desire to be at one time. The life of an expedited freight transporter can be quite rewarding. Essentially, you set an income goal with a go home time frame goal. By carefully picking your runs, you can make a great income and be home when you need and want to be. Transporters should possess a willingness to work hard and meet every deadline set to have the most lucrative career possible. Additional Resources: Jobsinlogistics.com This is a job search site and, according to their tag line Find careers in Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation, Freight Forwarding, 3PL, Distribution, Purchasing Manufacturing, covers the full range of transportation related jobs. The site has a box at top center for Job Seekers which allows search by category or city. You can also register on the site. Below this is the Job Search button which lists a number of job categories (or search all jobs). The center of the page has a very long list of companies (no links), which you can use a resource for looking directly at company career sites. Kimmel Associates This firm is a recruiter and specializes in Supply Chain, Freight Forwarding and Logistics (among other fields). Their main page has tabs at the top and clicking Other Industries leads to their page with links to logistics and freight forwarding. Click on this for a full page on the topic which provides an overview as well as a list of the types of positions theyve filled. The left hand side of the page has links for job seekers (including creating an account, search jobs and career resources). Either create an account or click on Contact Us from the links at top for their address, email address and phone number. Logistics Publications List This site provides a long list of trade publications associated with this industry. There are several benefits to reviewing trade publications: They keep you up to date on what is happening in the industry They provide resources (names of companies, individuals, etc.) which you can leverage for your search Many have career / job opportunity sections which can provide direct links to jobs LogJobs.com Another Job Search Board, this one focusing on the logistics industry. The site has several links at the top, including Post Resume, Jobs, View Contract Jobs and View Featured Jobs. Below this you can click on Find Jobs Now or Post Resume followed by a list of links to jobs by category. There is also a list of featured companies further down on the page. Supply Chain Comment: Tips for Finding a Job if the Layoff Wave Hits You A very good article posted on Supply Chain Digest (another good industry source) provides some good advice for finding a job. While some of the tips will be standard across fields, this article provides some additional insight into this industry. Certainly worth a read if youve just gotten started on your search. We are always eager to hear from our readers. Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions or suggestions regarding CareerAlley content. Good luck in your search,Joey Google+ Job Search job title, keywords, company, location jobs by

5 strong indicators you should take an entrepreneurial path

5 strong indicators you should take an entrepreneurial path There are times when a job search seems to lead to one dead end after another. In some cases, this frustrating cycle just might indicate that the “perfect job” you’re looking for is something else entirely: The chance to hire yourself. If you’re underwhelmed by your job options, craving more autonomy and growth potential, or resisting making a commitment to another corporate position, it may be that entrepreneurship would better fit your needs than traditional W-2-track employment. Pete Gilfillan, a pre-eminent franchise consultant and author of the best-selling business book HIRE YOURSELF: Control your Own Destiny through Franchise Ownership, works with hundreds of candidates each year as they explore the possibility of franchise investment â€" often while they simultaneously look at traditional employment options. That’s a smart way to approach this crossroads, Gilfillan explains, because sometimes the reason the right job isn’t coming along is because what the candidate most desires isn’t a job at all â€" it’s a chance to pursue business ownership. Explore both options “There’s no downside to weighing both options,” Gilfillan explains. “That way, whether you choose to invest in a franchise or hire on with someone else’s company, you’re taking the wide view to find the right thing. In the long run, it may save some candidates from the nagging sense that they missed their big chance down that road not taken.” Gilfillan is quick to acknowledge that entrepreneurship is not for everyone. “There are millions of men and women of all ages in the workforce who crave close management and the perceived security of the traditional corporate world,” he says. “But there are millions more who dream of having greater career independence, of betting on themselves, and of feeling fully in control of their own destinies.” If you fall into this latter categoryâ€"if you aspire to entrepreneurshipâ€"then Gilfillan believes you owe it to yourself to give business ownership at least equal consideration when mulling any career change. There are five strong indicators he looks for as he helps candidates decide if entrepreneurship through franchising is for them. Here’s how he breaks it down and describes each one: 1. The capacity to succeed To be a success in franchising or almost any entrepreneurial endeavor, a candidate needs to bring solid business acumen and leadership skills to the table from the start. The aptitude for getting things done and effectively leading a team is one thing that translates seamlessly from the corporate world to entrepreneurship nearly every time. 2. Strength of character Franchisors in particular look for candidates with proven records of being honest, ethical, and driven to succeed. Whether you’re looking to build a business from scratch or expand on a franchisor’s proven concept, these three character traits are a strong predictor of success. 3. Investment Capital There are a wide range of investment thresholds for both franchising and start-up endeavors, but regardless of which path a candidate chooses, he or she will need to have some skin in the game â€" some level of personal financial investment â€" to demonstrate real commitment to partners, backers, and lenders. 4. A Spirit of Cooperation If you are a maverick who struggles to get along with others or take the direct route from Point A to Point B, you may find starting any business to be rough. Franchising especially requires you to be willing to follow the franchisor’s established business systems to succeed. There’s no downside in this, though â€" because those systems are proven, tested, and easy to replicate in each individual unit. It’s nice to not have to reinvent the wheel for every facet of your business. 5. A Commitment to Customer Satisfaction No matter what kind of business you dream of owning, you’re going to need an unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction to create a worthwhile enterprise. Regardless of the product or service you plan to provide, customer satisfaction is always a component in businesses that thrive. If you see these five characteristics in yourself, then maybe it’s time to take a step back from your job search and ask: Is it possible the reason this isn’t panning out has more to do with my desire to be an entrepreneur than with how my experience and skills match up with today’s job market?