Career Opportunities

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Part of Social Media Week 2011

Building the career you deserve means becoming both director and promoter of it–No one cares as much about your career as you do. This means taking the lead in ‘Telling people what you do and how you do it!” Social media provides the tools needed to develop the jobs and projects that make one’s career unique and fulfilling.

This panel will give practical information about how to use social media to build the career you desire. We’ll talk not only about the “why” of social media, but also about “how” it can, and should, be used, so that you are in control of all aspects of your career.

Watch “Social Media and Your Career Panel – Part 4 of 4″ – iPod Ready Video

Panelist and Moderators

Visit Social Media and Your Career blog for complete bios and links

• Jennifer Oliver O’Connell
• Douglas E. Welch
• Susan M. Baker
• Marla Dennis
• Colton Stenke
• Denise L. Cook

Podcast: Play in new window | Download

Part of Social Media Week 2011

Building the career you deserve means becoming both director and promoter of it–No one cares as much about your career as you do. This means taking the lead in ‘Telling people what you do and how you do it!” Social media provides the tools needed to develop the jobs and projects that make one’s career unique and fulfilling.

This panel will give practical information about how to use social media to build the career you desire. We’ll talk not only about the “why” of social media, but also about “how” it can, and should, be used, so that you are in control of all aspects of your career.

Watch “Social Media and Your Career Panel – Part 3 of 4″ – iPod Ready Video

Panelist and Moderators

Visit Social Media and Your Career blog for complete bios and links

• Jennifer Oliver O’Connell
• Douglas E. Welch
• Susan M. Baker
• Marla Dennis
• Colton Stenke
• Denise L. Cook

Podcast: Play in new window | Download

Part of Social Media Week 2011

Building the career you deserve means becoming both director and promoter of it–No one cares as much about your career as you do. This means taking the lead in ‘Telling people what you do and how you do it!” Social media provides the tools needed to develop the jobs and projects that make one’s career unique and fulfilling.

This panel will give practical information about how to use social media to build the career you desire. We’ll talk not only about the “why” of social media, but also about “how” it can, and should, be used, so that you are in control of all aspects of your career.

Watch “Social Media and Your Career Panel – Part 2 of 4″ – iPod Ready Video

Panelist and Moderators

Visit Social Media and Your Career blog for complete bios and links

• Jennifer Oliver O’Connell
• Douglas E. Welch
• Susan M. Baker
• Marla Dennis
• Colton Stenke
• Denise L. Cook

Podcast: Play in new window | Download

Part of Social Media Week 2011

Building the career you deserve means becoming both director and promoter of it–No one cares as much about your career as you do. This means taking the lead in ‘Telling people what you do and how you do it!” Social media provides the tools needed to develop the jobs and projects that make one’s career unique and fulfilling.

This panel will give practical information about how to use social media to build the career you desire. We’ll talk not only about the “why” of social media, but also about “how” it can, and should, be used, so that you are in control of all aspects of your career.

Watch “Social Media and Your Career Panel – Part 1 of 4″ – iPod Ready Video

Panelist and Moderators

Visit Social Media and Your Career blog for complete bios and links

• Jennifer Oliver O’Connell
• Douglas E. Welch
• Susan M. Baker
• Marla Dennis
• Colton Stenke
• Denise L. Cook

Anniversaries come and go, so it was only a couple of days ago that I remembered that Career Opportunities passed another milestone back on September 24, 2011. Back in 2004, this was the day the first episode was sent out into the “ether” using this new-fangled “podcast” thingy. It was one of the first 20 podcasts then available in the infant podcast directory that Adam Curry had started.

So, I raise my glass to 7 great years and many more to come. My podcasting has expanded into several more blogs and podcasts and extended into video and live streaming over the years. I don’t foresee that I will ever stop podcasting something. It is simply too good a way of getting your word out to the world free of gatekeepers. I encourage others to start podcasting nearly every day so that they can build their lives and businesses.

Thanks for reading and listening and watching over the years! I hope you will continue to do so for the foreseeable future.

Douglas E. Welch, Writer/Producer, Career Opportunities

#CareerChat is a Twitter-based chat that happens every Tuesday at 1pm EDT/10am PDT. I try to make it whenever I can. Here are some of my thoughts that came out in today’s chat.

You can follow me on Twitter at @careertips

We were discussing how to deal with gaps in your resume due to layoffs and downsizing.

• A1: It does help to have other, perhaps volunteer work to fill in the gap. Maybe even self-developed projects
• Consulting is another great idea
• That said, it seems odd we still worry about such things in today’s job market. Everyone has gaps, or so it would seem
  • We need to finds ways to make gaps less of a red flag.
  • Yet another one of those archaic issues that revolve around job search. Some people still living in the 60′s
• You can’t/shouldn’t have gaps. You need to be doing something all the time. Put projects in place before layoff
• I always have my CareerCamp work as on-going so there is always something happening. Develop your own projects and show them off
• Social media is very important way of showing people “What you do and how well you do it!”
• Common sense is always the most important and often least acknowledged.
• I push self-directed” education with everyone I talk with/speak to. Very important for overall life/career health
• RT @CareerBuilder: If you have a gap in your career, be prepared to answer, “What did you do?” from recruiter. Dont say “Nothing
  • Know your “story” before you walk in the door…and then tell it well. Always good advice.
• Sharing your knowledge and expertise using social media is a necessary and imp. part of your career. Can lead directly to work.
  • You always have something to share/say..or you need to. Capture ideas and thoughts, post to blog, etc
• Most people “throw away” great content and ideas because they don’t capture them immediately. Write it down.
  • You have more to say than you might think. Really! I believe that is true to everyone.
  • I carry a paper journal everywhere I go, even though I am a tech head with an iPhone. It facilitates easy idea capture anywhere
  • I find the conspicuous nature can help sometimes. People like to see that you are capturing info and ideas
  • My clients always notice when I am taking notes during a consulting call..always. Easy way to estab. credibility
  • Oh yes, ALWAYS take notes during and interview, even if you are only noting how ugly their tie is. (LAUGH)
  • Taking notes during an interview can give you an oppty to slow down and think about your answers before speaking.
  • I can’t imagine that it would (annoy the interviewer). It shows your interest and your attention to the interview, I think
    • You are being interviewed, not interrogated. At least, that is the way it should be
  • (Dealing with interview nerves) Well, note taking can help with that too. Gives you something to do with your hands.
• Self-directed education, outside/personal projects, anything that reminds you are good and builds/maintains confidence
  • People attending and organizing CareerCamp always tell me how much of a confidence builder it was. Taking active action helps
  • They are in control of everything for one day or week when everything else might feel out of their control. Gives them energy
• For me, action itself, any action, is always the most positive mode of operation. Do something, anything to get you moving
• We always underestimate the importance of our own knowledge and skills. We have much to share with others, every day. Do it!
• (Interview as performance) I always have believed my degree and experience in the theater has served me greatly in my career.

I was part of this panel discussion tonight, Social Media and Your Career, as part of Social Media Week. There was lots of great discussion and people said they got a lot out of it. Audio and Video will be coming soon. I will post them here sometime early next week. For now, here are some photos from the pre-panel “meet and greet”.

See the entire Social Media and Your Career slide show on Flickr

I will be participating in this event as a representative of CareerCamp International and the Career Opportunities Column and Podcast. Join me and many other organizations. — Douglas

Mega Mixer LA

Date: Tuesday, August 30, 2011

Time: 6:30pm – 9:00pm

Place: St. Felix, 1602 North Cahuenga Blvd, Hollywood, CA 90028

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$10/person

Join entrepreneurs from across Los Angeles for a summer mixer that you won’t want to miss! It may be summer, but we know all your hard working dedicated entrepreneurs out there are still burning the midnight oil. So we’re putting this mixer together with great groups from across Los Angeles to celebrate the summer, what we’ve accomplished this year, and ourselves!

This summer soiree will be a great opportunity to make connections with entrepreneurs across all industries and neighborhoods. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with members from some of Los Angeles’ most active entrepreneur, freelance, and small business organizations.

We’ll be meeting at the fabulous new St. Felix in Hollywood.

Come to mix, mingle, and munch! Complimentary appetizers will be served and there is a no-host bar available.

Parking lot and metered street parking are available.

Confirmed participating groups include:

Nohopreneurs

The Entrepreneur Connection™

Under30CEO, LA Chapter

Tuesdays With Transitioners

CareerCamp

CareerCamp International

Career Opportunities

Cost: $10 per person

CAREERCAMP SFV!

Join us for CareerCampSFV this September. Get your free tickets here!

A full day of great discussions, speakers and career building information to “Help you Build the Career You Deserve!”

The Congregational Church of Northridge

9659 Balboa Boulevard

Northridge, CA 91325

Stay tuned to this blog for more information.

We look forward to seeing you at CareerCampSFV!