Call For Sponsors The 8th Annual JobMob Guest Blogging Contest

Call For Sponsors The 8th Annual JobMob Guest Blogging Contest 26 Want exposure in the biggest blogging contest of the summer? I say it every year and I said it last year â€" this edition will be the biggest yet. UPDATE: the contest is now open! Why sponsor? Great benefits The 2013 edition of the contest lead to over 600,000 pageviews here on JobMob.eval Participants, the people vying for your sponsored prizes, were mainly small business owners and freelancers such as job search experts, coaches, writers and recruiters. There are 5 levels of sponsorship to choose from: Titanium, Gold, Silver, Bronze and Chrome.eval I want you to feel that your sponsorship was one of the best campaigns you or your company ran this year. When it comes to benefits, I always try to give you as much value as possible, hopefully much more than the value of your sponsorship. Below I detail what each level of sponsorship will earn you. I'm also flexible; if you'd like a benefits package that's better suited to your goals, I'll work with you to find a great fit. In some cases, you can even transfer benefits to a client or partner. You can also waive certain benefits if they don't interest you. I may add additional benefits later as well. New this year for sponsors Titanium sponsors get sitewide banner ads in their benefits package Longer lead-in â€" the contest will be announced earlier this year, giving me more time to promote your sponsorship before the competition begins Bonus prizes for grand prize winners who specifically blog about your company, products or services Post-contest reports confirming delivery of promised benefits Titanium sponsorship To earn the benefits for theTitanium level, a sponsor should contribute: US$2500 in cash There are only 2 Titanium sponsor slots available. Titaniumsponsor benefits 1) Thanked with a dofollowed link and text paragraph in an article on each contestant's blog. That's potentially 25 links on 25 different domains. 2) NEW THIS YEAR: A sitewide banner ad appearing in the middle of the JobMob sidebar throughout the contest (8-10 weeks), 300px x 125px, with a nofollowed link to your site. 3) Given prime ad exposure at the top of TWO relevant, upcoming JobMob posts, including a dofollowed link and logo. A highly valuable way to be seen by JobMob's over 35K subscribers/readers/followers/fans and many more visitors to the site. These ads will be in place for 1 full year. 4) The sole subject of an upcoming JobMob article. This could be in the form of a product review, an interview or an approximately 30-min audio podcast, to be released here on JobMob during the contest, and promoted in major podcast directories. 5) Profiled in a contest announcement 6) Mentioned in a special thank you at the end of the contest 7) Tweeted about during the contest, multiple times 8) Thanked in the winner announcement Gold sponsorship To earn the benefits for the Gold level, a sponsor should contribute: More than US$1250 in cash There are only 3 Gold sponsor slots available. Gold sponsor benefits 1) Thanked with a dofollowed link and text paragraph in an article on 8 contestants' blogs. That's 8 links on 8 different domains. 2) Thanked with a nofollowed link AND a small logo on the footer of 8 guest posts participating in the contest. These ads will stay in the articles for 1 whole YEAR. 3) Given prime ad exposure at the top of TWO relevant, upcoming JobMob posts, including a dofollowed link and logo. A highly valuable way to be seen by JobMob's over35K subscribers/readers/followers/fans, OR… 4) The sole subject of an upcoming JobMob article. This could be in the form of a product review, an interview or an approximately 30-min audio podcast, to be released here on JobMob during the contest, and promoted in major podcast directories. 5) Profiled in a contest announcement 6) Mentioned in a special thank you at the end of the contest 7) Tweeted about during the contest, multiple times 8) Thanked in the winner announcement Each Gold sponsor will get to choose either option 3. or option 4. Silver sponsorship To earn the benefits for the Silver level, a sponsor should contribute one of the following: More than US$750 in cash OR more than US$1000 in products or services There is only 5 1 Silver sponsor slot still available. Silver sponsor benefits 1) Thanked with a dofollowed link and text paragraph in an article on 4 contestants' blogs. That's 4 links on 4 different domains. 2) The sole subject of an upcoming JobMob article. This could be in the form of a product review, an interview or an approximately 30-min audio podcast, to be released here on JobMob during the contest, and promoted in major podcast directories. 3) Profiled in a contest announcement 4) Mentioned in a special thank you at the end of the contest 5) Tweeted about during the contest, multiple times 6) Thanked in the winner announcement Each Silver sponsor will get to choose either option 1. or option 2. Bronze sponsorship To earn the benefits for the Bronze level, a sponsor should contribute one of the following: More than US$300 in cash OR more than US$500 in products or services There's no limit to the number of Bronze sponsors. Bronze sponsor benefits 1) Thanked with a dofollowed link on the footer of 1 guest post participating in the contest. This link will stay in the article for 1 year. 2) Profiled in a contest announcement 3) Mentioned in a special thank you at the end of the contest 4) Tweeted about during the contest, multiple times 5) Thanked in the winner announcement Chrome sponsorship To earn the benefits for the Chrome level, a sponsor should contribute one of the following: US$100 (or more) in cash OR more than US$200 in products or services There's no limit to the number of Chrome sponsors. Chrome sponsor benefits 1) Profiled in a contest announcement 2) Mentioned in a special thank you at the end of the contest 3) Tweeted about during the contest, multiple times 4) Thanked in the winner announcement Except where noted otherwise, all mentions, of ANY SPONSOR, will stay in the JobMob archive forever. Warning: Only Honest Sponsors Wanted A few years ago, the outsourcing company GetFriday was my top sponsor. Once the contest had ended and a recipient was chosen, they suddenly stopped replying to my emails or returning my telephone calls, and never awarded the top prize of the contest that year. As a result, I'm more careful about who I accept as sponsors. How to sponsor: Easy Use our Contact Form. Choose the subject ‘I have a suggestion', mention that you'd like to be a sponsor and I'll get back to you asap.

5 Recommended Podcasts That Aspiring Business Owners Should Check Out

5 Recommended Podcasts That Aspiring Business Owners Should Check Out Are you listening to podcasts yet? You should be! Podcasts are one of the most fantastic things about technology, especially for business owners, aspiring entrepreneurs and career mavens. Are you listening to podcasts yet? You should be! Podcasts are one of the most fantastic things about technology, especially for business owners, aspiring entrepreneurs and career mavens. Were all undoubtedly busy women while journeying to our dreams, but the great thing about podcasts is that you can listen to them (and learn tremendously) while completing other tasks. Hello multitasking! Career growth cannot happen without acquiring new skills and furthering your education. Your collection of podcast subscriptions and the continual learning can potentially be as beneficial as a formal certification/additional degree if youre devoted! Ive taken down endless notes from successful entrepreneur interviews, Ive mapped out my side hustle and business plans, and I’ve also improved my blog. The insight, resources, and inspiration Ive gleaned from podcasts have had a positive impact on my life, and I know that impact will only become more dramatic the more I implement what I’ve processed. No matter your specific niche or industry, there are likely several high quality podcasts that can help further your education, thus improving your chances of upward movement in your field. For entrepreneurs or aspiring entrepreneurs specifically, here are five of my favorite podcast series theyre all the real deal!   Smart Passive Income with Pat Flynn (Business | Blogging | Lifestyle) Biz Chix with Natalie Eckdahl (Management Marketing) Biz Women Rock! with Katie Krimitsos (Management Marketing) Travel Like a Boss with Johnny FD (Ecommerce | Travel | Location Independent Entrepreneur) Dreamers Paradise with Kimber Lee (Entrepreneur | Business | Careers) Listen during your commute to work, while youre at you desk, while youre perusing through the grocery store, while youre getting dressed in the morning. And you dont necessarily have to download them to your phone if youre limited on GBs; many podcasts can be streamed through Soundcloud and other sites. Share your favorite podcasts below!

Which Social Networks Work Best for Recruiting

Which Social Networks Work Best for Recruiting Some social media channels are down to preference but when it comes to recruiting, there are a few which are better than others. There is so much choice and being on more doesnt always mean its better. Although, some would argue that the more online presence you have, the better. Well if theres anyone who knows which social media channels you should be on and which ones you should definitely avoid it will be our panel of hand-picked experts. Tell us if you agree with them or maybe you have your own suggestions? Ariel Jolo It always depends on who you are trying to attract and how related you are to them. If you are looking for designers, Behance or DeviantArt might be a great source of talent but if you are not an artist yourself youll find it difficult to engage with people there. The same goes for Engineering. GitHub and Stack Overflow are excellent places to source Engineers but many of them use these platforms for work or community building. Try browsing through profiles to tell apart people who use them as portfolios vs people who dont. Ariel Jolo,  Global Employer Brand Manager, at Medallia. Adrian Cernat There’s no recipe for success here, honestly. What makes all the difference is the industry you’re recruiting for and your geography. So if you’re recruiting for tech professionals in US, Reddit will be you first pick, or if you go for blue collars in Russia, you’ll head straight to VK. Adrian Daniel Cernat, CEO co-founder SmartDreamers Sarang Brahme There is no one answer. It all depends on the types of roles, target talent demographics, industry, regions, candidate personas and business needs. Although LinkedIn is the most popular choice among recruiters as it is the professional channel, the other channels like Facebook/Instagram are more oriented towards young professionals and help recruiters to connect. Some of the niche talent communities like StackOverFlow, Github are great for IT roles. Sarang Brahme, Global Social Recruiting Talent Brand Manager, Capgemini. Carmen Collins That depends â€" where do your candidates live in social media? If you’re hiring interns, take a long look at Instagram. Early in career don’t tend to be on LinkedIn. As a matter of fact, our interns looked at us like we had three heads when we suggested LinkedIn training to them last summer. That said, LinkedIn is a pretty good bet as a priority based on the nature of the platform. But go beyond text posts â€" look at video messages, etc. Carmen Collins, Social Media Talent Brand Lead, Cisco. Cameron Brain Who are you trying to hire and where do they hang out?   Answering those questions will help you figure out what networks to spend the most time on.   Within the US Linkedin generally reigns supreme when it comes to white-collar professional talent.   Twitter can be a great channel for technical talent and senior leadership. Facebook can be useful in all categories, but especially when it comes to front-line/retail candidates. Cameron Brain, CEO Co-Founder, EveryoneSocial.com. Mark Cavanagh LinkedIn is the obvious choice with millions of potential candidates logging in every day and access to multiple levels of talent insight across skills, employer history and organisational structure you wouldn’t be mistaken for heading there first. Candidates can be both passive and active, so as a recruiter you must position yourself with both integrity and flexibility. Be there for those actively looking for a new role and be willing to take a step back from those who are not. You must also consider the roles you are recruiting for LinkedIn isn’t for everyone 45% of users were cited as being in upper management (Hootsuite â€" LinkedIn statistics business). If you are searching for mid or especially low skilled talent â€" you may want to consider elsewhere. Mark Cavanagh, Marketing Manager at The One Group. Victoria Sorensen The best social networks are the one’s you will use! You should be hanging out where your target audience hang out, you need to go them and not rely on them finding you. . Victoria Sorenson , Senior Talent Advisor, Oracle. Othamar Gama Filho Depends on what type of candidate you are trying to recruit. Everyone immediately thinks of Facebook, Linkedin and Twitter, but there are niche social networks that are better alternatives to the mainstream ones. Like Doximity for healthcare, Behance for designers, and RallyPoint for military. And, let’s not forget Pinterest which is very good to target Nurses and Snapchat for college recruiting. Othamar Gama Filho, CEO at Talentify. Stephanie Scher The best social network depends upon your target talent pool and which social channel shares a similar audience demographic. You can evaluate a channel’s baseline demographic alignment by the platform-wide user demographics, however it’s important to evaluate your own company handle’s followers and posting strategy periodically, through a test and learn approach. Establish key measures of success relevant to your purpose of maintaining a social handle and see if the resulting followership and engagement metrics align with your goals. Stephanie Scher, Talent Brand|Social Media, Vanguard. Eva Baluchova Sharing open jobs on LinkedIn is already social recruiting. But there’s a lot more to it. Before you go online, ask yourself: Where are my target candidates and what network do they use most?” You have to adapt to your audience’s behaviour. Its all about them, not about you! As a rule of thumb, I would start with the four musketeers: LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter. Depending on your target audience, I would also consider media like Reddit, Youtube, Glassdoor, Pinterest, Medium, Snapchat, Meetup, Google+ WeChat, Telegram, Vkontakte, Quora, Spotify etc. Attracting the right talent is not easy, but your online presence can be a game changer. Try different approaches and see where you get the best engagement. Eva Baluchova, Talent Lead, Levelup Ventures.

How to Growth Hack a Side Project with a Full Time Job

How to Growth Hack a Side Project with a Full Time Job Now that you’ve got a side gig, the real work begins: keeping up with both your day job and your side project. Hustling both at the same time doesn’t have to be so stressful because your day job can actually help with your side project. But how and in what ways?   Kelly Hoey, author of Build Your Dream Network, will explain it to you in this infographic made with Visme how you can growth hack your side project  when you’re also focusing on your main job.

Tips on How to Write a Great Federal Office Vacancy Advertisement

Tips on How to Write a Great Federal Office Vacancy AdvertisementIn this article, we are going to discuss some tips on how to write a great Federal Office vacancy advertisement. As you know, a job in this field is rewarding but it is also very competitive and difficult to secure. If you are interested in a career in the federal government, then this might be the ideal post for you.One of the most popular reasons for vacancies being advertised in this field is that it is a low-paying position. In order to find a job in this field, you will have to prove that you are the best person for the job and that you possess the skills and abilities needed. The job can pay well but this position does not require any type of advanced training. Most of these positions only require basic computer skills, internet proficiency, and the ability to work as part of a team.A Federal Office vacancy is a fantastic way to get out of the house and start working for yourself. You will be working for yourself from the comfort of your own home and you will have plenty of time to enjoy it while working. This job is great for those who want to take on a new challenge and build their own career and business. It is also an excellent career option for those who have been out of the workforce for a while. It is a great way to earn a second income.The position does not require that you relocate. So, if you have been living in another state or country, you can simply apply for the job and move when you find one that fits your needs. If you have a previous job that you need to meet, then you can simply utilize it to find a vacancy. You will also need to do some research on the company before applying.If you have never been in the federal government before, then you will have to work hard to impress the recruiters and convince them that you are the best candidate for the job. Before submitting your resume, do not forget to research the background of the company you are applying for. If you don't, t hen you might end up with an offer that is just not right for you. It is important to note that the employers will be looking for the qualifications you possess in order to ensure that you will be able to perform the duties required. You will not be required to provide all of the required knowledge, but you will need to demonstrate that you possess the skills necessary.After you have completed the resume, make sure that you are prepared for the interview. If you are accepted for the position, then you will need to do some more preparation. For example, you will have to take some practice tests and work with the recruiter so that you are able to communicate effectively. In addition, if you are going to be providing any references, then make sure that they are very credible and objective sources.If you are interested in working in the federal government, then you should find out the details about it. Start by contacting your local recruiting office in order to learn more about the job and what the requirements are. You should also contact the President's Staff that is responsible for the recruitment process.Once you have determined the details of the position and you have found out what you are expected to do, then you can apply to the Federal Office. Good luck!

Top five tips to beat the post-vacation blues - The Chief Happiness Officer Blog

Top five tips to beat the post-vacation blues - The Chief Happiness Officer Blog Aaaahhh Summer vacation. Depending on your fancy its time to lie on the beach with a good book, wear out your shoe soles exploring a strange city or scream your head off skydiving or in some other adrenaline-driven pursuit. But invariably the vacation ends and you go back to work, and that transition can be a little rough. Do you know that feeling? You come back to work happy and full of energy ? but by the end of the first work day, youre already feeling tired an unhappy. Its almost like you didnt have a vacation at all. So here are a five tips to help you stay happy when you get back to work. 1: While youre away, get away Dont take the company mobile and laptop on vacation. Dont check your voice mail and email. The point of a vacation is to get away and go to a different mental space, and if youre preoccupied with work, chances are youll both enjoy your vacation less and get less relaxation out of it. 2: Let yourself get behind When you get back from your vacation, you will invariably have fallen behind and have a lot of work to catch up on. There will be a ton of voice mails, emails and tasks that need your attention. THATS FINE!!! Its unavoidable and its not your fault. Look at it this way: If you can leave the company for two weeks and theres no work waiting for you, youre not really needed there. So dont expect to have a clear desk on your first day back ? allow yourself to be behind and to catch up steadily. 3: Start with some easy tasks When you get back to work, dont immediately throw yourself at the toughest, hairiest most complicated tasks you have. Ease into work by doing something easy and simple ? something you know you can do. Once youre back in full swing you can go at the tough tasks. 4: Dont overwork to catch up It can be really tempting to work long hours to catch up after your vacation. DONT!!! Work regular hours and stick to point 2 above. 5: Ask for help if you need it If you find it difficult to catch up, dont be afraid to ask your co-workers or manager for help. Its important for you to be aware of any outstanding tasks that may have become critically late in your absence, and if you could use some help ? its your responsibility to ask for it! It also greatly increases the chance that you will actually get help. If you use these tips, you may find that your vacations feel more like vacations and that you can be even happier at work. But on a fundamental level, there is something wrong with the idea that work drains you of energy and weekends and vacations recharge you. I know that this is how most people feel but thats not how it should be. If work typically drains you of energy if every week ends up draining you of life so you barely make it to Friday afternoon where you can finally relax then somethings wrong. Dont accept that state of affairs just because everyone else does. When youre happy at work, work can actually be a regenerative activity that leaves you with more energy so you leave the workplace with a spring in your step most days! And THAT is the ultimate way to beat the post-vacation blues: Have a job you actually like! Your take Do you ever get the post-vacation blues? What do you do to beatem? Have you also noticed that vacations these days seem to be more tiring than work (as this article says)? Related posts Find your quitting point How to find a job youll love Never stay in a bad job. Fix it or leave. Thanks for visiting my blog. If you're new here, you should check out this list of my 10 most popular articles. And if you want more great tips and ideas you should check out our newsletter about happiness at work. It's great and it's free :-)Share this:LinkedInFacebookTwitterRedditPinterest Related

You got the Job Hooray! Whats next - Jane Jackson Career

You got the Job Hooray! What’s next - Jane Jackson Career At last it’s happened! You’ve persevered through all the ups and downs of your career crossroads and you’ve been successful in securing your ideal job!Congratulations! You’ve negotiated well and you’ve accepted an offer that’s a win-win for both sides and the contract is signed, sealed and delivered. I’m thinking champagne celebrations and big, big smiles all around! (My clients know how excited I get for them when they reach this stage.)So now what? If you’ve got time, take a little break, relax, enjoy and recharge your batteries before starting the new role. Get all your paperwork in order, clear the clutter in your home environment, have the coffee catch-ups and lunches or dinners to celebrate and prepare yourself mentally for the exciting new challenges ahead!Most large organisations have on-boarding processes to assist you to transition smoothly into your new role. Each process can vary greatly from a quick tour and introduction to team members to a week long (or longer) on-boarding process for you to become familiarised with the systems, personnel and location. How the first 90 days go in this new role are crucial for your reputation and also your self-esteem.Give yourself a head start by starting the process yourself. Here are my suggestions for on-boarding success:1. Take the first steps to success in a new job begin before the first day. Once you’ve accepted the role, contact the hiring manager and your human resources contact. Let them know you are looking forward to getting on board and convey your enthusiasm for the new role.2. Connect with those you’ve met during the selection process on LinkedIn. Make sure your profile is as strong as it can be as others within your team will probably check out your profile before you turn up on your first day.3. Create a 30/60/90 day plan with your new manager. This will give you a map to follow during your initiation into the company and the expectations of your role. Having measurable benchm arks developed with the organisation’s business goals in mind will assist you greatly with clear direction.Ensure you understand how your success will be measured so you will know where to focus your attention initially and in the longer term.4. Identify the resources you need to do your job early on. This will be anything from office supplies, phone and mobile connection to the technology required to get things done. Get to know the administration and technical support team as you will need them! Thereare always individuals within any company that can help you get things done because of their workplace knowledge or their relationships with key people within the organisation. Find out who those people are and develop a relationship with them as they will be the people who can assist when you are stuck.5. Look for ways to make a difference even in the early days. Of course it’s important to develop good working relationships very early on; however, while you are doing so, see whe re you can pick the low hanging fruit and get some wins on the board. After the first 30 days it will be time to demonstrate the value that you bring.6.   Always show respect for the people and events that have come before you. It’s wise to ask questions that show appreciation for current employees and respect for those who came before you. Be very tactful, especially in the early days even if you believe you completely understand the political landscape of the organisation. You won’t really know whos who in the zoo until you’ve been there a while.7. Check in with your manager every week or two to make sure you are on track. As you learn more from your stakeholders you will be able to manage expectations and always be willing to ask for your manager’s assistance if required.8. Stay positive. There will be good days, better days and some days when you may feel a little disappointed. The first couple of weeks will see you transitioning from excitement about the new role to the reality of the day-to-day routine and challenges. Displaying energy and enthusiasm for the role will benefit your reputation amongst your colleagues. A new role can be quite stressful, so give yourself time to settle in and know that no one is perfect. Give yourself time to understand the way things work and always be willing to ask questions and listen to the answers.I’d love to hear what worked for you during the first 90 days of your new role. There are so many variables â€" every comment will be helpful to all those on the cusp of accepting an offer.For more career tips if you are still in the process, visit me at www.janejacksoncoach.com and get all the job search tips you need for success!