How to Land an Awesome Content or Community Management Job
During our end of the year wrap-up chat, several regulars said they’d love to have a brainstorming session on how to land your dream job. Chat regular Ken Gordon (@quickmuse) joined us this week to lead that conversation.
We kicked off with a poll to see if most of us were creating our own jobs, having them created for us, or applying for open jobs. Although there wasn’t a clear consensus, what’s important to note is a number of chat participants have jobs that weren’t landed as a result of replying to a job listing.
Hi everyone! As we gather for #ContentChat please introduce yourself and let us know how you found your current job.
— Erika Heald (@SFerika) February 6, 2017
Q1: What is your community management or content marketing dream job?
A1: a football (soccer) team, or around that framework. Maybe also beer. That looks fun #ContentChat
— DNS (@CtrlAltDns) February 6, 2017
A1 Writing content or managing community for my favorite sports teams 🙂 In-season now: #Sharks and #Warriors #contentchat
— Dennis Shiao ⛷ (@dshiao) February 6, 2017
A1 I would say being able to speak to a community about content that I actually enjoy talking about. #ContentChat pic.twitter.com/h4QRn1N6d9
— Tony Stephan (@OmnipoTony) February 6, 2017
A strategy & process focused content marketing position. We’re currently building a specialized content department & loving it. #contentchat https://t.co/I4FTBaB6Ny
— Mad Fish Digital (@MadFishDigital) February 6, 2017
A1: Well… I’d be part of a team. Preferably a super one. @DCComics #ContentChat pic.twitter.com/YAT730Eqaz
— Jeff Reno(e) (@Renoe) February 6, 2017
A1: I’m pretty intrigued by the idea of working for @Yelp as a Community Manager in one of the great cities I’ve lived in! #ContentChat
— JMatt (@JMattMke) February 6, 2017
A1a: Would love a job with Disney. It would put me over the moon. #contentchat https://t.co/2iUJ9qj6vu
— Jason Webb (@JasonLWebb) February 6, 2017
A1 This is my first community management gig and I absolutely love working at HeyOrca. I promise it’s not all the doughnuts #contentchat pic.twitter.com/LczxMe5Bjc
— HeyOrca! (@HeyOrca) February 6, 2017
A1 – Selling content strategy solutions to companies and/or teaching people how to build their own strategies #contentchat
— James Ellis (@thewarfortalent) February 6, 2017
A1b: The problem with most jobs is the lack of telecommuting. It just makes so much sense to allow it. #contentchat. https://t.co/2iUJ9qj6vu
— Jason Webb (@JasonLWebb) February 6, 2017
A1) In-house, given authority to make content decisions a+ stick by them. Some flex hrs given & remote days. Access to tools. #contentchat https://t.co/XGULeogcvh
— ⚡NoniShaney⚡ (@GoGoogleMe) February 6, 2017
@SFerika A1: Telling the story of a company that is changing the world or working for an agency that is focused on startups #contentchat
— Jacob Rouser (@J_Rouser) February 6, 2017
A1: My #contentmarketing dream job is one where I’m helping people and enriching lives. #contentchat
— Jeremy Jones ️ (@jerejone) February 6, 2017
A1b: I’d also “settle” for something FANTAStic. @SquareEnixUSA #contentchat pic.twitter.com/56fRzJ2ajT
— Jeff Reno(e) (@Renoe) February 6, 2017
A1: #dreamjob – Build a role that engages customers, & has resources to build content in each relevant channel & impact product #contentchat https://t.co/Et9eD65TvQ
— Tim Mohler (@TimothyMohler) February 6, 2017
A1: working remotely & providing content strategy to #bigpharma clients #contentchat it is challenging, but love it 🙂 https://t.co/2t4dz2cdnX
— Josephine Borrillo (@70mq) February 6, 2017
a1 there has to be a purpose I can relate to so I’m passionate about it #contentchat
— Laura M. Sutherland (@laurafromaura) February 6, 2017
I’m glad to see most of you have taken the first step to finding your dream job, which is identifying what that is. #ContentChat
— Erika Heald (@SFerika) February 6, 2017
A1: Handling social media for Express Writers and being able to connect with amazing people is definitely a dream! #ContentChat
— Express Writers (@ExpWriters) February 6, 2017
A1 I’d love to work for an organization that is making a difference – what direction I am not 100 % sure yet. Still in college #contentchat
— Lisa-Veronika Jany (@lisaveronikaj) February 6, 2017
A1c) I mean… I’ve worked for rodents before, but this is one I actually wouldn’t mind having a door opened for. #ContentChat pic.twitter.com/353sDPweP9
— Jeff Reno(e) (@Renoe) February 6, 2017
A1c: If I had to choose, it would be a writing-heavy remote job. Social media, content marketing, copywriting. #contentchat @SFerika
— Jason Webb (@JasonLWebb) February 6, 2017
A1. I would love to work #SocialMedia for company that’s not afraid to get creative!!! #contentchat pic.twitter.com/1IH5KbRbfL
— Gabriela Cardoza (@CardozaGab) February 6, 2017
A1-Yay @SFerika I❤️imagining my dream-ahem NOT nightmare-job…as a KINDERGARTEN TEACHERCommunity&content management✔︎✔︎ #contentchat pic.twitter.com/kuTQyoAy5c
— Susanna Conway (@ohsusannamarie) February 6, 2017
Q2: How do you build the skills you need to be ready for that role?
A2 practice & research #contentchat
— Lisa-Veronika Jany (@lisaveronikaj) February 6, 2017
A2 it’s probably more knowledge of the market I need to build and identify a specific area of ‘dogs’ to focus on! #contentchat
— Laura M. Sutherland (@laurafromaura) February 6, 2017
A2: Learning every single day, connecting with people smarter than you, reading and practicing. #contentchat
— Spin Sucks (@SpinSucks) February 6, 2017
A2: courses, courses, courses. Tackling coursera @NUsocialmktg, hootsuite, udemy and various others, to get the skills #ContentChat
— DNS (@CtrlAltDns) February 6, 2017
A2) I started as a journalist & psychology major. Went into chat room monitoring, promotions, video, PR, events, then cmgr. #ContentChat https://t.co/ujXH6dNV1H
— ⚡NoniShaney⚡ (@GoGoogleMe) February 6, 2017
A2 Twitter chats are a great way to start! Honestly, it’s been a lot of throwing myself to the sharks and learning #contentchat pic.twitter.com/tBNDnh4hcF
— HeyOrca! (@HeyOrca) February 6, 2017
@SFerika A2 Newsletters, Twitter chats, panel events, conferences, networking, reading, continual testing and learning. #ContentChat
— Nancy Casanova (@nancycasanova) February 6, 2017
A2: Lots of consideration. If it’s your dream job, you’d better be able to represent initiatives you’ve dreamed of doing. #ContentChat pic.twitter.com/ZN82jQ3pok
— Jeff Reno(e) (@Renoe) February 6, 2017
A2: Be conversant across channels, develop your storytelling & pitching skills, know what converts, build a top notch team. #contentchat https://t.co/IJCA50xo3C
— Tim Mohler (@TimothyMohler) February 6, 2017
A2: When applying, take note of the qualifications you don’t have yet and add them to your current job to get the experience. #ContentChat
— JMatt (@JMattMke) February 6, 2017
A2.
You prepare the skills by DOING.
Try, experiment, say YES to new opportunities.
Be a lifelong learner!!!
— Gabriela Cardoza (@CardozaGab) February 6, 2017
A2 #contentchat When it comes to building skills–aim high. If you want to write, read @NewYorker articles. Study them!
— Ken Gordon (@quickmuse) February 6, 2017
A2 blogs like @SpinSucksare awesome for learning especially as I work in #PR #contentchat
— Laura M. Sutherland (@laurafromaura) February 6, 2017
A2 continuously write and post content about sports, entertainment. Learn how the community interacts to content and each other #contentchat pic.twitter.com/aSfpRUUXDk
— Tony Stephan (@OmnipoTony) February 6, 2017
@SFerika A2: Learn, learn, and learn. Goal of 2017 is to become Analytics and AdWords certified (and renew my @HubSpot certs) #contentchat pic.twitter.com/thg57banKE
— Jacob Rouser (@J_Rouser) February 6, 2017
A2: I learn so much from the tweet chat communities like #contentchat 🙂 https://t.co/6oxDtTjspb
— Josephine Borrillo (@70mq) February 6, 2017
A2b: If you don’t have a job, look into joining the board for a non-profit; they could use the help, you need the experience. #ContentChat
— JMatt (@JMattMke) February 6, 2017
A2 Too often, content jobs ask too little of us. https://t.co/2D3ge0svs8 #contentchat Demand more of yourself!
— Ken Gordon (@quickmuse) February 6, 2017
A2. A beginners mind is always helpful. Even when you’ve been at this rodeo for a while! Never stop learning. #ContentChat https://t.co/YKYbp2cPUF
— Rachel Formaro (@rachelformaro) February 6, 2017
Q2a: Started in community management working on Power Rangers and Paul Frank at an agency before moving into media in NYC. #ContentChat https://t.co/q1zWIo4i0j
— Mad Fish Digital (@MadFishDigital) February 6, 2017
A2c: Look for a non-profit’s digital footprint, if it’s lacking – chances are you can get involved with them pretty easily. #ContentChat
— JMatt (@JMattMke) February 6, 2017
A2 I’m more up for creating something for myself so I can shape it and be in control #contentchat
— Laura M. Sutherland (@laurafromaura) February 6, 2017
A2b: I always had my own business so that I could do things at my pace and my skill level, then transferred them to day jobs #contentchat
— Maureen Jann (@MaureenOnPoint) February 6, 2017
A2 Throughout my career I’ve had a tendency to moonlight to hone new skills I want to use in my current+future jobs. #ContentChat
— Erika Heald (@SFerika) February 6, 2017
#contentchat Read the biz section of @nytimes & your local paper and @FastCompany. Find cool companies you’d like to join.
— Ken Gordon (@quickmuse) February 6, 2017
A2.
Be curious.
No matter the dream job, being curious helps you stay informed! 🙂
— Gabriela Cardoza (@CardozaGab) February 6, 2017
Don’t just settle for whatever job postings you come across. #contentchat Pick the place that suits you, and then earn the skills they need.
— Ken Gordon (@quickmuse) February 6, 2017
@SFerika Totally agree. If it’s not in your current job desc, find other ways to learn new skills for dream job. #ContentChat A2 https://t.co/DG0GvRV2zk
— Rachel Formaro (@rachelformaro) February 6, 2017
Finally, articulate to your desired company why You are the person they need. #contentchat
— Ken Gordon (@quickmuse) February 6, 2017
Q2b: Working in media and pioneering roles/processes. The key is to be autodidactic. Don’t be afraid to innovate and create. #ContentChat https://t.co/q1zWIo4i0j
— Mad Fish Digital (@MadFishDigital) February 6, 2017
There’s so much passivity in most job searches. More careers. #contentchat Take an active role in your own professional fate…
— Ken Gordon (@quickmuse) February 6, 2017
@SpinSucks Find curious companies to work for. #contentchat Use social to connect with the thinkers and doers you admire.
— Ken Gordon (@quickmuse) February 6, 2017
A2: Find your content spirit animals, make friends with them, and (honestly) flatter them into sharing their secrets. #contentchat
— Margaret Magnarelli (@mmagnarelli) February 6, 2017
It’s easy to have your skills equalize as you get further in your career. The trick is the KEEP learning if you aren’t pushed #contentchat
— Maureen Jann (@MaureenOnPoint) February 6, 2017
Be ready for #lifelonglearning with growing managerial skills.
Build trust, encourage creativity & have fun! (A2)@SFerika #ContentChat— Aswin Lutchanah (@aswinlutchanah) February 6, 2017
A2: For Good Content it’s Important to get started and use #Data to press on what resonates with audience | #ContentMarketing #contentchat pic.twitter.com/SwRGpmlEFq
— Michael S. La Kier (@mlakier) February 6, 2017
Q3: What can you do to build a personal brand that shows you have what it takes to excel at your dream job?
A3 Having a good following and reputation on twitter chats is one! But also working hard on successful campaigns help too! #contentchat pic.twitter.com/P5Um3cE0MD
— HeyOrca! (@HeyOrca) February 6, 2017
A3: Get noticed by showing the work. Create an online portfolio, write articles about what you’re doing #contentchat
— Maureen Jann (@MaureenOnPoint) February 6, 2017
A3 Be 100% sold on who you are and what you’re looking to accomplish in the marketplace. #contentchat
— Kathy Kopacz MS (@kkopacz1) February 6, 2017
A4 Take the job description and point directly to samples of your work (links) that show you know how to GSD. #contentchat
— Ken Gordon (@quickmuse) February 6, 2017
A3: Participate in Twitter Chats, you never know what will come from being known as a regular! @SFerika #ContentChat
— JMatt (@JMattMke) February 6, 2017
A3a: If you want a social media job, you better be active on social. Want a content marketing job? Better have a blog. #contentchat @SFerika
— Jason Webb (@JasonLWebb) February 6, 2017
A3 first and foremost, be yourself! #contentchat
— Lisa-Veronika Jany (@lisaveronikaj) February 6, 2017
A3 Determine your unique value proposition. #contentchat
— Kathy Kopacz MS (@kkopacz1) February 6, 2017
Be active! Show your personality, drive, and efforts. Are you learning? Are you innovating? Don’t forget to collaborate! #ContentChat https://t.co/xCqRPrjH8I
— Mad Fish Digital (@MadFishDigital) February 6, 2017
A3b: brand yourself consistently throughout multiple platforms – can you get the same username everywhere? #ContentChat
— JMatt (@JMattMke) February 6, 2017
A3b Be active and visible in activities that help reinforce your personal brand or aspirations #contentchat
— Dennis Shiao ⛷ (@dshiao) February 6, 2017
Show the work, give it away, try anything once, try to understand why something didn’t work. What else is there? #contentchat https://t.co/C4eydMSH3e
— James Ellis (@thewarfortalent) February 6, 2017
This is so true. So much of life is about turning up regularly and building relationships. #ContentChat https://t.co/V161EnM9Hx
— Erika Heald (@SFerika) February 6, 2017
@SFerika A3: I think a personal website really helps. It gives you a place to showcase you. #contentchat pic.twitter.com/Zy013pbf8J
— Jacob Rouser (@J_Rouser) February 6, 2017
A3: Blogging/vlogging about the topic(s) you’re interested in (related to your dream job) #contentchat
— Spin Sucks (@SpinSucks) February 6, 2017
A3c: Provide consistent content wherever you have a presence. Provide content that fits the platform too! #ContentChat
— JMatt (@JMattMke) February 6, 2017
Don’t try to be too perfect. Be yourself. Be real.
People are fed up with the “selling” BS.@SFerika #ContentChat— Aswin Lutchanah (@aswinlutchanah) February 6, 2017
A3b: I once met someone who made a website to show their interest and commitment to working for a company. #contentchat @SFerika
— Jason Webb (@JasonLWebb) February 6, 2017
A3a. Just like a brand: what are your key messages, how will you bring them to life, how do you stay true to your brand? #ContentChat https://t.co/RMmV0DAW1Y
— Rachel Formaro (@rachelformaro) February 6, 2017
Avoid cliches when talking to your prospective employer. Speak the true poetry of yourself. How? https://t.co/igH3VI45Fy #ContentChat
— Ken Gordon (@quickmuse) February 6, 2017
A3: Networking online and offline with people you admire and your future boss (es) #contentchat
— Spin Sucks (@SpinSucks) February 6, 2017
A3: keep learning and refining. Make it something you can be proud to share. #contentchat https://t.co/pgKqTV7hrJ
— william (@wcmckeedotcom) February 6, 2017
@SFerika Go beyond the chatter, and engage offline. Phone call. Sykpe. Coffee. That’s how real relationships grow. #contentchat
— Ken Gordon (@quickmuse) February 6, 2017
A3) Have a website that highlights you! Add a blog to site if you’re a content creator. Volunteer at Chamber of Commerce. #contentchat https://t.co/LFvxrQaYOM
— ⚡NoniShaney⚡ (@GoGoogleMe) February 6, 2017
A3: Get Started! Start doing the work, for your company or a cause, non-profit. Build a reputation and then go for the role #contentchat https://t.co/EzoEfDNgai
— Tim Mohler (@TimothyMohler) February 6, 2017
A3a. As you build that personal brand, how are you building your tribe or community (your brand champs) at the same time? #ContentChat https://t.co/RMmV0DAW1Y
— Rachel Formaro (@rachelformaro) February 6, 2017
Go to meetups! Go to events. Tweet with people. #contentchat https://t.co/TbdeX7AHVJ
— ⚡NoniShaney⚡ (@GoGoogleMe) February 6, 2017
Put the time in and learn how to write for a publication you most love reading. #contentchat Push yourself. It’ll pay off.
— Ken Gordon (@quickmuse) February 6, 2017
A3 start a blog, start a community, join communities, get to know people #contentchat
— Laura M. Sutherland (@laurafromaura) February 6, 2017
@laurafromaura And participate in Twitter chats! #contentchat
— Kathy Kopacz MS (@kkopacz1) February 6, 2017
@SpinSucks @JasonLWebb Totally agree. The first question is: “how can I help or be of service here” with no expectations. #ContentChat
— Rachel Formaro (@rachelformaro) February 6, 2017
A3) Show your passion & ambition for that job. People notice DRIVE & you stand out when you immerse yourself in that dream job #ContentChat pic.twitter.com/zNR1sCQZ3S
— Jason Schemmel (@JasonSchemmel) February 6, 2017
Q4: How does one actually find an awesome job?
A4: I believe in creating your awesome job. And it starts with knowing what you want. #contentchat
— Spin Sucks (@SpinSucks) February 6, 2017
A4: Make connections with new people! A lot of times it’s all in who you know. #ContentChat
— Express Writers (@ExpWriters) February 6, 2017
A4 previously it’s been through knowing someone, a recruiter or looking for them #ContentChat pic.twitter.com/sy2wd9Wc9i
— Tony Stephan (@OmnipoTony) February 6, 2017
A4a I say: find the company you want to work for first. Then create the job you want. Then convince ’em to hire you. #contentchat
— Ken Gordon (@quickmuse) February 6, 2017
A4: Diving in head first. Like I said, this was a career change for me. It’s what I always wanted but was too afraid to take. #contentchat pic.twitter.com/lKF4Qdl7TI
— Jeff Reno(e) (@Renoe) February 6, 2017
A4: It’s all about who you know! Some of my best jobs have been through a friend. If not, then you have to be patient. #ContentChat
— JMatt (@JMattMke) February 6, 2017
A4 Counterintuitive, yes, but by managing a vibrant personal brand, your dream job may naturally find you. #contentchat
— Dennis Shiao ⛷ (@dshiao) February 6, 2017
A4. Relationships, relationships, relationships! Same for whether you want to join a company or create a job. #ContentChat https://t.co/giZMgdM4ek
— Rachel Formaro (@rachelformaro) February 6, 2017
@SFerika A4: I keep hearing about the hidden job market…I just can’t seem to find it. I hear networking is key #contentchat pic.twitter.com/TXEQxfsTfG
— Jacob Rouser (@J_Rouser) February 6, 2017
@JasonLWebb LOL. It took me 3 years to get to work with @ginidietrich and the awesome team @SpinSucks. So, yeah! #contentchat
— Spin Sucks (@SpinSucks) February 6, 2017
A4b It requires confidence and a rich portfolio of work and relationships… but it’s where you want to go eventually. #contentchat
— Ken Gordon (@quickmuse) February 6, 2017
A4 Know what you want. Research. Well defined profile & resume. Network. Select the job you want. #contentchat
— Kathy Kopacz MS (@kkopacz1) February 6, 2017
A4b: Granted, you can’t always wait for the opportunity to come to you, you have to be actively looking when you want to switch #ContentChat
— JMatt (@JMattMke) February 6, 2017
A4: create it yourself. Network. Keep active and seek. Never give up. #contentchat https://t.co/QnInjlJuBQ
— william (@wcmckeedotcom) February 6, 2017
Get to know the company, the culture, and the work ethic. If you’re still excited apply/let them know what you can do for them. #ContentChat https://t.co/6CPL9Cl2MY
— Mad Fish Digital (@MadFishDigital) February 6, 2017
A3: Learn. Ask questions. Find answers. Write & speak about what you learn. Repeat. #contentchat
— Jeremy Jones ️ (@jerejone) February 6, 2017
A4:While there is no standard “awesome” job…46% of us created it, 15% had it created for them, & 39% applied❗️ #NAILEDIT#contentchat https://t.co/U405VwKXEg
— Susanna Conway (@ohsusannamarie) February 6, 2017
A4) Decide what an awesome job would be to you! You can’t find something you’re not looking for. #ContentChat pic.twitter.com/OrAIiOwEPb
— Jason Schemmel (@JasonSchemmel) February 6, 2017
A4 Keep doing what you love in your field! The perfect opportunity often comes to the person who isn’t looking 🙂 #contentchat pic.twitter.com/qfJfqbj82k
— HeyOrca! (@HeyOrca) February 6, 2017
A4 – Google “[your city] content marketer chat] and variations. Content people LOVE to talk to other content people #contentchat
— James Ellis (@thewarfortalent) February 6, 2017
A4 find the awesome person you want to work for FIRST. Then build that relationship. Pitch your job when the time is right. #ContentChat
— Erika Heald (@SFerika) February 6, 2017
A4 find the awesome person you want to work for FIRST. Then build that relationship. Pitch your job when the time is right. #ContentChat
— Erika Heald (@SFerika) February 6, 2017
A4c: Do your hw, where can you do your dream job? Monitor their openings. Having a history of applying at a co shows interest! #ContentChat
— JMatt (@JMattMke) February 6, 2017
Want an awesome job? Don’t be satisfied with a mediocre one! #contentchat Make it your job to get an awesome job.
— Ken Gordon (@quickmuse) February 6, 2017
@MaureenOnPoint @SpinSucks @dshiao I have 3 tracks I look at professionally – and a dream job for each. #Contentchat
— Chris Barrows (@CBarrows) February 6, 2017
A4: Best way? Start doing the job before you have it. Then connect with the people you want to work with and show them. #contentchat
— Jeremy Jones ️ (@jerejone) February 6, 2017
Drop their @[brand] in your twitter chats. They’ll find you @sprout_sarah @SproutSocial #contentchat https://t.co/0FEvsNIBH6
— James Ellis (@thewarfortalent) February 6, 2017
Love the idea of finding the PERSON over the company, @SFerika! We often forget the value of a good boss to work for! #ContentChat
— JMatt (@JMattMke) February 6, 2017
@kkopacz1 @quickmuse My dad like to say that finding a job is more work than the actual job, as he chuckles to himself. #contentchat
— Jeremy Jones ️ (@jerejone) February 6, 2017
@CBarrows @MaureenOnPoint @SpinSucks Would love to hear what these tracks are, Chris! #ContentChat
— Dennis Shiao ⛷ (@dshiao) February 6, 2017
@ohsusannamarie Totally agree with you Susanna. Sometimes creating the “dream job” means being more proactive in the approach. #ContentChat
— Nancy Casanova (@nancycasanova) February 6, 2017
@dshiao track 1: Higher Ed (I want to be director level for social/community, digital) @MaureenOnPoint @SpinSucks #contentchat
— Chris Barrows (@CBarrows) February 6, 2017
@SFerika @JMattMke Picking the right boss is the key to find your perfect job. How many of you have had to work for a bad boss? #contentchat
— Kathy Kopacz MS (@kkopacz1) February 6, 2017
@jerejone @kkopacz1 Many people think a career is a choice at a buffet. You’re the chef here. Cook up the damned job you want! #contentchat
— Ken Gordon (@quickmuse) February 6, 2017
@dshiao Track 2: Geek Track – I’d love to work at a place like FUNKO or @ThinkGeek or @Nerdist (geek life) @SpinSucks #contentchat
— Chris Barrows (@CBarrows) February 6, 2017
@dshiao Track 3: Tech space – I have a dream company whom I’ll hold off saying – but trust me, they know @SpinSucks #contentchat
— Chris Barrows (@CBarrows) February 6, 2017
A4-If possible, select someone currently IN your dream job & connect in an attempt to become their mentee (aka SPONGE) #contentchat pic.twitter.com/mew8eRvHsH
— Susanna Conway (@ohsusannamarie) February 6, 2017
Q5: What are some interview pitfalls to avoid?
A5 Make sure you have questions for the interviewer that show you’ve done your research and read their blog+social accounts. #ContentChat
— Erika Heald (@SFerika) February 6, 2017
A5 Best not to say “this is my dream job” until after you accept the offer #contentchat
— Dennis Shiao ⛷ (@dshiao) February 6, 2017
A5b Re-thinking: sometimes, it’s absolutely fine to say “this is my dream job.” #contentchat
— Dennis Shiao ⛷ (@dshiao) February 6, 2017
A5: Don’t make it about you. It’s about them. Listen to @IAmAdamRobinson on @tferriss for details. #contentchat https://t.co/apN7YM93Rj
— Jeremy Jones ️ (@jerejone) February 6, 2017
A5: Pitfall 1 – not doing your research! You know they are going to ask what you know about them! @SFerika #ContentChat
— JMatt (@JMattMke) February 6, 2017
A5: Don’t forget to research the company before the interview. It’s more impressive when you know what they’re all about. #ContentChat
— Express Writers (@ExpWriters) February 6, 2017
A5) Be prepared. Research the company. Know the difference between ARROGANCE and CONFIDENCE. There is a HUUUUUGE difference! #ContentChat pic.twitter.com/DQoixAnxwB
— Jason Schemmel (@JasonSchemmel) February 6, 2017
A5b You should then layer on top of that what YOU would to do help them move forward. #contentchat
— Ken Gordon (@quickmuse) February 6, 2017
A5: Be you. Remember, you’ve fallen in love with a brand, not a person. If the team doesn’t want YOU, you shouldn’t want them. #contentchat pic.twitter.com/uBkxUu4sgj
— Jeff Reno(e) (@Renoe) February 6, 2017
A5b: Pitfall 2 – Not preparing enough examples that can be related back to the job you’re interviewing for! #ContentChat
— JMatt (@JMattMke) February 6, 2017
A5c If you can’t divine the company’s strategy and explain your role in it–why should they hire you? #contentchat
— Ken Gordon (@quickmuse) February 6, 2017
A5c If you can’t divine the company’s strategy and explain your role in it–why should they hire you? #contentchat
— Ken Gordon (@quickmuse) February 6, 2017
A5) Not being prepared w/ your own questions! Highlight your strengths but also where you’d like to grow w/ co. Don’t be late! #contentchat https://t.co/zac6L4OwfV
— ⚡NoniShaney⚡ (@GoGoogleMe) February 6, 2017
A5: Make sure you show up. All the way up. Know what they sell, why they sell it, their place in the market and your role in it #contentchat
— Maureen Jann (@MaureenOnPoint) February 6, 2017
A5 doing your research is a huge plus. Knowing their social pages, being prepared with questions. Make it a conversation #contentchat pic.twitter.com/jmO4B6U9Ca
— Tony Stephan (@OmnipoTony) February 6, 2017
A5. Try not to be negative about your last/current job. Focus on why you’re interviewing for the dream job. #ContentChat https://t.co/4rORbnobUG
— Rachel Formaro (@rachelformaro) February 6, 2017
@SFerika A5: Not coming with questions and not coming with confidence. You’ve made it there – it is your time to shine #contentchat pic.twitter.com/oTXsEl95Kt
— Jacob Rouser (@J_Rouser) February 6, 2017
A5 Interview Pitfalls; Failing to spend time preparing for the interview. Not researching the company. Not asking questions! #contentchat
— Kathy Kopacz MS (@kkopacz1) February 6, 2017
@JMattMke It’s so terrible when a candidate gives you advice on what you should be doing (that you are already doing). #ContentChat
— Erika Heald (@SFerika) February 6, 2017
A5c: Pitfall 3 – not preparing some questions in advance that you can ask them at the end of the interview. #ContentChat
— JMatt (@JMattMke) February 6, 2017
A5 Don’t be uninformed about company goals/culture, and bring #ContentChat
— HeyOrca! (@HeyOrca) February 6, 2017
@rachelformaro Good advice, but I’d be inclined to strengthen the warning: Do not talk trash about prior employers #contentchat #dealbreaker
— Maureen Jann (@MaureenOnPoint) February 6, 2017
Don’t let your excitement overshadow your capabilities. Show them you understand the role with your questions and answers. #ContentChat https://t.co/H7JLoAmOnA
— Mad Fish Digital (@MadFishDigital) February 6, 2017
Don’t let your excitement overshadow your capabilities. Show them you understand the role with your questions and answers. #ContentChat https://t.co/H7JLoAmOnA
— Mad Fish Digital (@MadFishDigital) February 6, 2017
A5: be well rested, prepared and early. #contentchat https://t.co/zQoOW9xM5p
— william (@wcmckeedotcom) February 6, 2017
A5: be well rested, prepared and early. #contentchat https://t.co/zQoOW9xM5p
— william (@wcmckeedotcom) February 6, 2017
Wait… people actually USE their phones during interviews!? I have interviewed college kids before, never seen it! @SFErika #ContentChat https://t.co/kHHlvW2JUs
— JMatt (@JMattMke) February 6, 2017
A5b. Oh, and ask for the job at the end, or at least confirm next steps 🙂 #contentchat
— Rachel Formaro (@rachelformaro) February 6, 2017
A5: An #Interview must always be a two way street – you need to decide if you want to work there, too #contentchat #Career #HiringTips
— Tiki Hut Brands (@tikihutbrands) February 6, 2017
Oh my gosh, @rachelformaro, this is right on! If you trash talk the last place, when will you start trashing us!? #ContentChat https://t.co/1R9XIPuW81
— JMatt (@JMattMke) February 6, 2017
A6 Write a letter to the CEO of the company intelligently talking about the oped she just published. #contentchat
— Ken Gordon (@quickmuse) February 6, 2017
A5 a question I never expected to receive was “what’s your favorite brand in each social platform?” #contentchat pic.twitter.com/cyLcsIWlF5
— Tony Stephan (@OmnipoTony) February 6, 2017
Q6: How do you get in the door? What can you do to stand out from the other applicants for your dream job?
A6 Stand out by demonstrating your expertise: writing, speaking at events, hosting events #contentchat
— Dennis Shiao ⛷ (@dshiao) February 6, 2017
A6: I once mailed a 5 foot box with a 6 inch ice cream truck carrying my portfolio on a USB… I got the interview! @SFerika #ContentChat
— JMatt (@JMattMke) February 6, 2017
A6 Email the director of marketing a podcast strategy. #contentchat
— Ken Gordon (@quickmuse) February 6, 2017
A6: volunteering! They will take notice and it will lead to something #contentchat https://t.co/tna8LHOxNq
— william (@wcmckeedotcom) February 6, 2017
A6: volunteering! They will take notice and it will lead to something #contentchat https://t.co/tna8LHOxNq
— william (@wcmckeedotcom) February 6, 2017
A6: Show you care and be genuine about it. You can’t fake that! #contentchat
— Spin Sucks (@SpinSucks) February 6, 2017
A6 Write a blog post that displays all the characteristics asked for in a job ad and then send it over to the org. #contentchat
— Ken Gordon (@quickmuse) February 6, 2017
A6 Networking! It’s often WHO you know, rather than WHAT you know, that lands the ideal job. #contentchat
— Kathy Kopacz MS (@kkopacz1) February 6, 2017
A6) Already have good relationships with current in employees. Know the bosses. You’ll become a referral instead of applicant. #contentchat https://t.co/Mcw7V4VQdy
— ⚡NoniShaney⚡ (@GoGoogleMe) February 6, 2017
A6) Already have good relationships with current in employees. Know the bosses. You’ll become a referral instead of applicant. #contentchat https://t.co/Mcw7V4VQdy
— ⚡NoniShaney⚡ (@GoGoogleMe) February 6, 2017
Bonus points if they discover your post without you needing to send it https://t.co/E0ewDeRpes
— Dennis Shiao ⛷ (@dshiao) February 6, 2017
A6 If you don’t hear back immediately, follow up a week later. And then a week later after that. Be patient but persistent. #contentchat
— Ken Gordon (@quickmuse) February 6, 2017
A6: Show, don’t tell. Be the position. Connect with people. Be enthusiastic and passionate. If you can’t, wrong position. #contentchat
— Jeremy Jones ️ (@jerejone) February 6, 2017
A6: I’ve seen a lot of bad resumes.
Tip 1: Don’t template
Tip 2: Be accurate
Tip 3: Do NOT auto submit through LinkedIn#ContentChat— Jeff Reno(e) (@Renoe) February 6, 2017
A6: I’ve seen a lot of bad resumes.
Tip 1: Don’t template
Tip 2: Be accurate
Tip 3: Do NOT auto submit through LinkedIn#ContentChat— Jeff Reno(e) (@Renoe) February 6, 2017
A6) Shed common resume layouts. Make yours different. Remember when Marissa Mayer showed her’s? #BeDifferent #ContentChat
— Jason Schemmel (@JasonSchemmel) February 6, 2017
A6 It always helps to know someone one the inside, but having a customized and impressive resume always helps! #ContentChat
— HeyOrca! (@HeyOrca) February 6, 2017
@SFerika the radio station had just purchased an ice cream truck the month prior as a promotional vehicle. I did my research! #ContentChat
— JMatt (@JMattMke) February 6, 2017
@SFerika the radio station had just purchased an ice cream truck the month prior as a promotional vehicle. I did my research! #ContentChat
— JMatt (@JMattMke) February 6, 2017
@SFerika the radio station had just purchased an ice cream truck the month prior as a promotional vehicle. I did my research! #ContentChat
— JMatt (@JMattMke) February 6, 2017
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