Since I launched my personal social media campaign to find my next opportunity last month, I have actually only applied for a few select positions. Although I have had a lot of great referrals and recommendations for my work in social media and community building, I am going to start being more active in looking [...]
The Story of Joe "The Connector" Kennedy's Job Search Thru Social Media
Category Archives: Seattle
Hey Eastside Businesses – Need More Customers? You Need Whrrl!
Most every business I’ve come across wants more customers and more revenue. I’ve got a tip for all of you today – especially for businesses here on the Eastside – but can help businesses everywhere.
Update: Two Weeks into Social Media Campaign to Secure Employment
A lot has happened in the past two weeks since I launched my personal social media campaign to find employment. I don’t have a full time position yet, but there are opportunities that are opening up – I can feel that some good things are going to be happening soon.
Good News / Bad News Unintended Results from Social Media Campaign to Find Employment
Since starting my personal social media campaign to find employment here in Bellevue, on the Eastside (of Lake Washington), in the greater Seattle area or anywhere in the world, I have had a lot of people sending me job leads, telling me about companies that are hiring and even a couple of people who have [...]
Thank You to Dave Hanley of Banyan Branch
I just applied for a position as a social media analyst at Banyan Branch in Seattle. Principal Dave Hanley was kind enough to send me the job posting through LinkedIn. I have not yet personally met Dave, but we have connected online and he is going to be speaking on “Monitoring Your Brand” at the [...]
My Resume Sucks
Although I have a lot of great experience in many different types of roles, I have not yet taken the time to bring that to life in the form of a resume. I’ve found it can be difficult to express real experience and passion on paper and that’s from a guy who used to publish newspapers [...]
Cash Reward Offered to Person Who Helps Me Secure Employment
As part of my recently launched social media campaign to secure employment, I am offering a cash reward of 1/2 of my first paycheck to the person who is instrumental in helping me find a job. That means if you help me find a suitable position, I will be working for you for a full [...]
