Guest Blogger: Randy Nuñez - "Six Tips In Pursuit of Your Next Job" If you are looking for a job, here's six tips in pursuit of your next job: Create at least two versions of your resume - functional and chronological. Create network accounts - LinkedIn.com, is the world's largest professional network helping people find and share opportunities. The key in LinkedIn to use the "search" box to find people you are interested in meeting and connect! It's essentially your online resume, bio & recommendations. Create online accounts - Idealist.org, and in fields you are interested. In education? Visit HigherEdJobs.com for the latest in your local area. Important - have at least one network meeting a week. Have a coffee or lunch meeting with a former boss, someone who works in your interested field, etc. Talking to people regularly is the key. Attend seminars, conferences, and other functions in areas you are interested in to stay on top of the latest trends and meet new people … [Read more...]

No this isn't a post about monkeys, gorillas and primates, it's a post about the one person in the room and building that's your advocate. Previously, I wrote Who's Your Jovita Lopez on mentors, servant leaders and knowledge base. Best case scenario, these individuals mentor and shape the next generation. They provide counsel, insight, share standard operating procedures (SOPs) and help you identify where the landmines are (where to watch out). They exist in the corporate, public and community sector. It is the reason there is continuity in any organization. In the workplace, the 800 Pound Gorilla advocates for you and your potential. They see something unique about you and strive to help. They put their entire weight behind you and help advance your career. Find and identify them. Make the ask. They want to help. Help them help you. The best 800 Pound Gorilla identify's, mentors and counsels the next generation on a daily basis. They do it with urgency and understand it is fastest … [Read more...]