Career Corner
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First Job New Job - Plan Ahead
Takes about 6 months to observe who holds the power. Then look for a mentor. Someone who can help you achieve a position that you aspire to attain in the next few years.
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The Key To Business Success: Sales Experience
A great way to begin a business career is to receive some formal training in salesmanship. Starting out in sales usually involves learning what sales is all about and how to present a product to a buyer. -
Ladies Who Launch
The 3rd annual "Ladies Who Launch" BYOB (Be Your Own Boss) Event was held September 6, 2008 in San Francisco. For you who haven't heard of Ladies Who Launch it is an organization that supports the woman who wants to be her own boss by offering members a community and resources needed to launch a business.
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What You Wear Makes a Difference
What you wear has an impact on how you're perceived. If you want your ideas to be heard in male dominated industries like law, finance, etc. wearing clothes that are crisp, well fitting and conservative will help. If you want men to notice your feminine assets, tight fitting clothing in poor taste like too much cleavage will work, but not in favor of your career.
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Are You in a Comfort Zone at Work?
Look within the ranks. Talk to the human-resources department about internal opportunities at your company and let people you trust know you are seeking new opportunities.
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The Silicon Valley Job Hunter
Remember back in the day when applying for jobs meant buying a conservative black, dark brown, or navy suit, (skirt suit for the females with dark pantyhose, sensible fashion-less pumps and a string of pearls)? We were told by our career counselors to tie our hair back, making sure it was well tucked in behind the ears. Once we got the refined look in order, we would step into the job searching adventure. -
Why You Now Need A Blog To Succeed
Having been laid off a few weeks ago from eBay, I am in the midst of my job search. The process has been a very enriching experience so far. It has provided me with the opportunity to learn first hand about all the innovative companies that are flourishing and hiring in the Silicon Valley. I have been laid off before so I consider myself an experienced job seeker. However, right in the beginning of my search I noticed some major changes in the hiring requirements/process. I learned that being Web savvy in 2008 no longer means you are a Google guru or that you have completed your profile on Facebook. -
A Fashion Buyers Job Description
Fashion buyers look for clothing, usually several seasons ahead of time, which will be sold in stores. A buyer is responsible for doing retail analysis and communicating with store personnel about items that their customers are looking for and what will sell. Then the buyer must decide on quantities to purchase to minimize marked-down inventory. -
Is A Career in Jewelry Right For You?
Want a career with staying power? Consider this: a recent Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) report noted occupations expected to decline severely between now and 2014 as technological advances further eliminate the need for human interaction in the production process. Jewelry was one occupational sector cited where project employment is excellent.
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Dress for Success San Francisco
Friends came together for a night of fashion-forward philanthropy.