Don Loeb | Success

How Great I Am!

donloeb — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 19:30:44 +0000

What You Shouldn’t Post on Your Facebook Page If You Want a Job – The Atlantic

donloeb — Tue, 04 Oct 2011 19:04:13 +0000

What You Shouldn’t Post on Your Facebook Page If You Want a Job – The Atlantic.

By Alexis Madrigal

Oct 3 2011, 6:27 PM ET 20
Kashmir Hill, Forbes’ indispensable privacy blogger, posted this chart today, drawn from a survey of employers. Three things to note. 1) 95 percent of employers say they use social media sites to ferret out more information about job candidates. 2) If these employers informed these job candidates why they were dropped, Facebook as we know it might not exist.

That’s not because social media is bad for job candidates, per se, but rather that the sense people have that they are just talking with their homies would evaporate. It would become clear that Facebook is, in fact, a quasi-public forum in which what you say attaches very strongly to your identity. It’s the persistence that makes it different from “real life” and it’s the persistence that Timelines is going to highlight.

INTERVIEW PREPARATION

donloeb — Tue, 10 May 2011 17:51:45 +0000

“Before anything else, preparation is the key to success.” Alexander Graham Bell

Preparing for an interview is essential and must not be taken lightly. Preparation is the most important step in the interview process. Interview Preparation is a service we provide to our candidates in better preparing them for their meetings. We cover the same topics for all candidates, from entry level candidates through Senior Executive candidates. Some candidates may feel this is very basic or unneeded, and others could be too embarrassed to ask. Be thorough with your preparation, missing one step of the process can eliminate and disqualify you for this position. In today’s challenging employment market with high unemployment, you need to be better prepared than anyone else.

The person who gets hired is not necessarily the best qualified, but the one who interviews the best.

Your success in obtaining an employment offer is based on a simple formula; part of your success is based on your past employment history and another part is based on how well you interview. Your past work experiences can not be changed, yet we can guide you through the interview process and help you to present yourself well.

Proper interview preparation will help set your self apart from the competition. Proper interview preparation will help you come off as poised and professional. Keep an open mind and get properly prepared. Best wishes for success. Please contact me if I can assist you.

Appearance Standards

donloeb — Tue, 15 Feb 2011 13:17:08 +0000

“Yes, a person’s appearance definitely talks. The well-dressed person’s appearance says positive things. It tells people, “Here is an important person: intelligent, prosperous, and dependable. This man can be looked up to, admired, trusted. He respects himself, and I respect him.”

The shabby-looking fellow’s appearance says negative things. It says, “Here is a person who isn’t doing well. He’s careless, inefficient, unimportant. He’s just an average person. He deserves no special consideration. He’s used to being pushed around.””

*From- The Magic Of Thinking Big, by David J. Schwartz, Ph.D., page 130.

The Best Companies to Work For. What are they looking for? See what their recruiters say.

donloeb — Tue, 25 Jan 2011 19:40:14 +0000

http://money.cnn.com/galleries/2011/pf/jobs/1101/gallery.best_companies_most_hiring.fortune

This information is the same in any industry, profession, and position. Read and take advantage of this great insider information. -Don Loeb

Secrets to impressing their recruiters
“Make sure your resume and application are error-free and accurate. Research as much as you can about our company to determine if it is a good fit for you, and communicate your conclusions during the interview.” –Patti Breckenridge, recruiting manager

Secrets to impressing their recruiters
“We look for high energy, hospitality and team-oriented individuals with “the spirit to serve” — a strong part of Marriott’s culture and values — and experience in the industry or portable skills from other sectors.” –Steve Bauman, vice president, global market talent acquisition, Marriott International

Secrets to impressing their recruiters
A strong candidate not only will offer solutions to the problem at hand, but also will demonstrate a natural curiosity to explore other related issues and opportunities. Strong candidates will communicate what makes them unique, how they will contribute to our culture and how they will drive impact for our clients.”

Secrets to impressing their recruiters
“We look for people who smile, are enthusiastic, eager to learn, and in turn, want to teach others.” –Kevin Stickles, vice president of human resources, Wegmans

Secrets to impressing their recruiters
“Show us your expertise and interests beyond your resume. Creative projects like blogging and developing mobile applications grow your skills as well as help employers find you. It’s harder for us to get to know you if you only excel in a closed environment. Likewise, get to know us. Learn about our technologies and businesses before you apply. This research will help you identify the best jobs for your skills, prepare for your interviews, and show us you’re excited and ready to work here.” –Eugenia Sawa, staffing consultant for Bing and regular contributor to MicrosoftJobsBlog.com

Secrets to impressing their recruiters
“Our motto is hire for attitude, train for skill. It’s important that team members are passionate about our core values and our mission. Know something about WFM and have a genuine interest in the position you are applying for. Do some research and visit a store if you have not already done so. Show that you have a passion for the job. Be able to give real-life examples, not just hypothetical answers. Review our website and talk to team members in our stores and find out from them what it is like to work for the company.” –Karen Vaglica, associate team member services coordinator, Whole Foods Market global headquarters

Secrets to impressing their recruiters
“We know that candidates are good at many things, but we’re most interested in what exactly makes them each a rock star. What do they do so well that no one else can compete with them in this area.” –Jeff Vijungco, Adobe’s vice president of global talent acquisition

Secrets to impressing their recruiters
“Throughout the interview process, ambition and dedication to your role or career, as well as passion or love for what you do, always contribute to leaving a good impression. Professional attire, good eye contact, engaging conversation, a positive attitude, and sincerity are also aspects of an interview that leave a lasting impression.” –Kristen Meneely, nurse recruiter, Baptist Hospital of Miami

Secrets to impressing their recruiters
“Express your strong desire to join a fast growing company with a very collaborative culture. Describe previous experience in “going above and beyond” what’s expected of you. Understand how culture plays an essential part of the company, and share how you are a good fit with the company culture. Always do your homework on the company, including understanding of product lines, financial and general company information including culture and history.” –Grace Soriano-Abad, senior director, global staffing

Secrets to impressing their recruiters
“Providing insights and examples of success in current or previous work experiences is always a plus. We look for individuals with a proven track record of successful and upward career progression. In addition, these individuals should demonstrate a high degree of understanding regarding the financial advisor opportunity, along with a well-thought-out strategy on the commitment required to be successful in this opportunity.” –Mark Eberlin, partner, financial advisor recruiting

Secrets to impressing their recruiters
“Our recruiters look for people who demonstrate a love for learning, who are self-driven and flexible, who have the desire to operate not as an individual but as a collaborative team member pushing others and themselves to excel. We love adaptability, agility, and the ability to think beyond today. Our recruiters are also impressed by a commitment to inclusion and diversity and a desire to give back to the community.” –Mark Hamberlin, senior HR director, staffing.

Secrets to impressing their recruiters
“What impresses me is when a candidate has taken a lot of time to research CarMax beyond just knowing the basics of what we do. I’m particularly impressed when they talk about the values of our company and how they align with their own personal values. When they talk about that, I can usually “check the box” on culture fit.” –Danette Trotter, senior recruiter

Secrets to impressing their recruiters
“Be prepared to engage the recruiter with questions about the organization. Asking the right questions can be a strong indicator of a good consultant. When you are asked questions, answer the question in a concise and thorough way and work to engage the interviewer in a dialogue. Share a resume that demonstrates achievements and impact across academic, professional and extra-curricular experience and ensure that it highlights achievements that best match the position for which you are applying.” –Christopher Carlson, manager of university recruiting

See if you can figure out this interview question?

donloeb — Tue, 14 Dec 2010 16:12:01 +0000

This is one of several questions asked to interviewing candidates at a well recognized technology company. See if you can answer it?

Interview Question:

Four people need to cross a rickety rope bridge to get back to their camp at night. Unfortunately, they only have one flashlight and it only has enough light left for seventeen minutes. The bridge is too dangerous to cross without a flashlight, and it’s only strong enough to support two people at any given time. Each of the campers walks at a different speed. One can cross the bridge in 1 minute, another in 2 minutes, the third in 5 minutes, and the slow poke takes 10 minutes to cross. How do the campers make it across in 17 minutes?

Your Resume- You only have one chance to make a great first impression. DON’T SCREW IT UP!

donloeb — Fri, 03 Dec 2010 13:37:43 +0000

You only have one chance to make a great first impression. DON’T SCREW IT UP!

Take your time and make your resume look great. Remember your resume is a snap shot of you. If your resume is professional, most likely so are you. If your resume is a mess of run on sentences, spelling errors, no spaces between sentences, most likely you are sloppy as well.

Some believe a resume is a list of exaggerations, half-truths, embellishments, and misleading information. The average hiring Manager will be able to determine what is truthful and what is not. Every thing you put into your resume needs to be verifiable and you should be able to back it up with a story. Being dishonest will lead to the termination of your candidacy. I have seen individuals hired and then terminated months into their employment when it was determined that they had lied on their resume. Keep the information on your resume truthful and verifiable.

Lastly, share your final resume draft with four professional associates that are a hiring authority, and you are friendly with. Ask them for their straight forward and honest opinion. Don’t fight them if they make suggestions, just thank them. Evaluate what they have suggested and make changes if you feel it will help.

Best wishes for success!

Don

Your success in life is dictated by your beliefs.

donloeb — Fri, 29 Oct 2010 20:02:41 +0000

Your success in life is dictated by your beliefs.
So, if you believe you’re destined for a life of abundance or abject poverty, you’re right!
If you believe you’re a great salesperson or a lousy one, you’re right!
Whatever you believe, you’re right!

REWORK: The new business book from 37signals.

donloeb — Thu, 28 Oct 2010 12:38:36 +0000

REWORK: The new business book from 37signals..

Great book, a must read. Simple and to the point. Utilize just a few of the idea’s in this book and you will make a difference.

Best wishes for success.

Don

Boost Your Career by Hitting the Gym – CBS MoneyWatch.com

donloeb — Mon, 20 Sep 2010 19:42:25 +0000

Boost Your Career by Hitting the Gym – CBS MoneyWatch.com.