But social entrepreneurs alone cannot change the world. They need artists, volunteers, development directors, communications specialists, donors, and advocates across all sectors to turn their groundbreaking ideas into reality. They need fundraisers, supporters who can change policies, someone to create a brochure describing their work. If everyone wants to start a new organization, who is… Continue reading
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HR Tip: Know Your Job Description
This interesting article from New York Magazine highlights how even high-powered women like Valerie Jarrett know they do a lot, but can’t quite put a finger on it. The job description is amorphous, and it’s worth defining. A job description is never perfect, but it should be written, periodically reviewed with a direct supervisor and… Continue reading HR Tip: Know Your Job Description
Informational Interview 101
Looking for your next career move but have no idea what it should be? Curious to expand your horizons with no commitment? I am a huge fan of informational interviews, because you can get no-pressure insight from people with experience. This blog post is a really great guide to a successful informational interview. Who should… Continue reading Informational Interview 101
Improv, Meet Pathology. Pathology, Improv.
I’ve dabbled in improv comedy classes and fun for several years now, and I have often characterized it as professional development (on top of being super enjoyable, of course!). It reminds you of the importance of listening, supporting your team, giving gifts, thinking on your feet, and being “in the moment”. Montefiore Medical Center in… Continue reading Improv, Meet Pathology. Pathology, Improv.
NYC Green Cart Fresh Food Pack Launches Today
I’m pleased to share with you the Fresh Food Pack, a joint collaboration between the Laurie M. Tisch Illumination Fund, NYC Green Cart Initiative, and the James Beard Foundation. I’ve been working on this over the last several months and I’m very pleased with how everything in this Spring/Summer pack turned out. Great photography, yummy… Continue reading NYC Green Cart Fresh Food Pack Launches Today
Crazy/different things people have done for employment.
This article highlights some crazy things that people have done to get noticed and get hired. Some of my favorites: Turn the tables. Young programmer Andrew Horner asked employers to apply to have him work for them. “I will favor those job offers which fulfill my listed preferences,” he wrote, “but you shouldn’t worry too much… Continue reading Crazy/different things people have done for employment.
Weekly #MillennialChat Builds Reach and Success
When I can, I participate in the weekly Millennial Chats held over Twitter. The reach is actually staggering; last week’s special chat about the Millennial Impact Report included 547 tweets that reached an audience of 1,423,994 followers. I was among the tweeters, and even if you weren’t following the conversation, you can check it all… Continue reading Weekly #MillennialChat Builds Reach and Success
I think it’s professional (kinda) :)
When an email arrives in an undoubtably professional context that contains a smiley face, I do a double take. On one hand, it certainly creates a warm tone in a way that Kind Regards never will be able to do. On the other hand, we’re not in junior high and we don’t need to be… Continue reading I think it’s professional (kinda) 🙂
5 Tips For Jumpstarting Your Job Hunt
I get asked all the time for advice about job searching. Where do I start? Where are jobs listed that are “nontraditional”? I want to change my industry but my resume makes me look inexperienced; how do I fix that? Etc. Etc. Etc. This is a lot to ask, but not without answers! The problem is… Job… Continue reading 5 Tips For Jumpstarting Your Job Hunt
Off to work/school, Prospect Heights, Brooklyn, May 9, 2012 Yes, I’m dabbling in the world of Instagram (and enjoy it, too) to capture those unexpected neighborhood moments and scenes that embrace the essence of NYC and the people who live here. Even though a lot of people are leaving Instagram since its grossly expensive Facebook… Continue reading
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