Job Decline Worst in 35 years Many of my friends –and family– members have been laid off, or are having a hard time getting a job. In fact, Forbes reports that nearly 600,000 jobs were lost in Jan due to the recession, the worst since … Continue readingWhat you Need To Be Thinking About Regarding Social Media and Layoffs
We’re in tough times. With some calling Denny’s free Grand Slams akin to a soup kitchen, we know it’s going to get worse before it gets better. As a result, you’ll notice some commentary from me on my blog that has little to do with … Continue readingThe Dangers of Being Under –and Over– Qualified During a Recession
Layoffs are among us, even tech giant Google is apparently dicing off a significant portion of their workforce, more layoffs will come over the next year. For those that got laid off (or those that are worried about it, which is most) understanding the skills … Continue readingSurvey: How did you get your job?
Even if you work for a large company, you are still a company of one. You are you own CEO, CMO, CFO and CIO, on ocassion, you’ll be your own intern but that’s a different story. Every great company has a goal, a mission, or … Continue readingWhat’s Your Career Mission?
Despite there being many layoffs in the startup space. I’ve started this post series (see archives) to recognize and congratulate folks who get promoted, move, or accept new exciting positions. Please help me congratulate the following folks: Dave “500 Hats” McClure will now be joining … Continue readingPeople on the Move in the Social Media Industry: Dec 18, 2008
Things are going to get worse before they get better It’s official, we’re in a recession, say economists. Four quarters since Q4 2007 indicate this economic change and Bloomberg reports that “The U.S. economy may be headed for its deepest and longest recession since World … Continue readingFive Ways Web Professionals Should Be Proactive In a Recession
Despite there being many layoffs in the startup space. I’ve started this post series (see archives) to recognize and congratulate folks who get promoted, move, or accept new exciting positions. Please help me congratulate the following folks: Geoff Merrick joins Ripple6 in the new position … Continue readingPeople on the Move in the Social Media Industry: Nov 24, 2008
This blog is focused on web professionals, and to be that, I’d like for you all to have jobs. Given the state of the economy there are three tips I want you to start on immediately, regardless of your rank, industry, or location. There are … Continue readingGrowing your Career: Do at GUT Check
We’re seeing more news stories of layoffs hitting many industries –esp tech. I encourage you to build your network before you need it. First start by connecting with folks in the Web Strategy Facebook group there are 8688 members that are web decision makers, join … Continue readingConnect with Others
Despite there being many layoffs in the startup space. I’ve started this post series (see archives) to recognize and congratulate folks who get promoted, move, or accept new exciting positions. Please help me congratulate the following folks: David Cushman to be Director of Social Media … Continue readingPeople on the Move in the Social Media Industry: Nov 2, 2008
