Multipe Streams of Income, Income Security, and Reality

Multipe Streams of Income, Income Security, and Reality I just got a comment from Angelika asking about multiple streams of income it is actually a great question: Sounds great for freelancers and gifted speakers. But what could possibly be my other revenue streams if I am employed full-time, do not own a house I could rent out and nobody wants to pay me for speaking in front of them…? Wow.   Excellent thoughts.   I can do all of this stuff because, well, I have the time.   I dont have an employer breathing down my neck, having me work so much Im too exhausted to do anything else.   Heres my response in the original blog post: Great question. When I was working at my last job I read Multiple Streams of Income and thought “that’s nice… for other people. I can’t do that, I don’t have the time or energy or knowledge….” I got into this because I was forced into it…. and over the last three years I’ve been able to discover the other revenue streams. I kind of happened upon them. I don’t know what is right or best for YOU. I don’t know what your skills are. But I’m a huge advocate of doing *something* … like I mentioned, it could be something that simply produces $100 a month. Like babysitting, being paid to get groceries, walking dogs, washing cars in a neighborhood, teaching art or piano, etc. The point is, figure out something that is beyond the employer’s paycheck… something that frees you of that complete dependence. To take it a step further, here are some things that I know people do, or have done: A buddy of mine went on a juice diet.   All juices, nothing else.   He paid someone $1,000 a month to get him his food.   This meant the service provider planned his meals, shopped for the ingredients, prepared the juice meals, and delivered them to his house. I was talking to a friend who has a neighbor who mows lawns in the summer.   He makes about $5k/summer. When I lived in Northern Virginia I washed cars at townhouses on Saturdays with some friends.   We had a bucket, a hose, soap, rags and it was a breeze.   It was like washing cars in a parking lot we didnt have to walk much, since everything was so close. Many of my partners have created reports, white papers, ebooks, teleseminars, webinars, and other knowledge-based materials that they sell.   I contend that EVERYONE reading this blog has some expertise that they can turn into a product, whether it has to do with arts, business, processes, etc.   Creating an ebook is as easy as opening a word document (well, maybe not *that* easy :p). I know two ladies who have created an arts-and-crafts website, translated it to Portuguese (their native language), and made it available in Brazil.   I hear the google ads from that site pay for their house payment (in the U.S.). Ill feature some stories on the blog this year.   There are some really inspiring stories Ive heard. Thats what this talk is all about just giving ideas and hopefully inspiring. Its why Im sharing my revenue streams each Friday (first was here, next was here). I hope this isnt too intimidating. Some of you will act on it now, others will let it sink in.   Either way, I think its a great dialogue. (and, its less intimidating than a long, scary job search trust me!) This post is made possible because of JibberJobbers Partner, Annemarie Cross . Annemarie is widely considered a personal change agent and success catalyst by her high-achieving executive, professional, consulting and entrepreneurial clientele. Annemarie supports clients in communicating their authentic personal brands prominently, professionally and proactively so they can achieve passion, purpose, performance and profit (reward) in their careers. How much success can YOU handle? Click here to visit her website. Multipe Streams of Income, Income Security, and Reality I just got a comment from Angelika asking about multiple streams of income it is actually a great question: Sounds great for freelancers and gifted speakers. But what could possibly be my other revenue streams if I am employed full-time, do not own a house I could rent out and nobody wants to pay me for speaking in front of them…? Wow.   Excellent thoughts.   I can do all of this stuff because, well, I have the time.   I dont have an employer breathing down my neck, having me work so much Im too exhausted to do anything else.   Heres my response in the original blog post: Great question. When I was working at my last job I read Multiple Streams of Income and thought “that’s nice… for other people. I can’t do that, I don’t have the time or energy or knowledge….” I got into this because I was forced into it…. and over the last three years I’ve been able to discover the other revenue streams. I kind of happened upon them. I don’t know what is right or best for YOU. I don’t know what your skills are. But I’m a huge advocate of doing *something* … like I mentioned, it could be something that simply produces $100 a month. Like babysitting, being paid to get groceries, walking dogs, washing cars in a neighborhood, teaching art or piano, etc. The point is, figure out something that is beyond the employer’s paycheck… something that frees you of that complete dependence. To take it a step further, here are some things that I know people do, or have done: A buddy of mine went on a juice diet.   All juices, nothing else.   He paid someone $1,000 a month to get him his food.   This meant the service provider planned his meals, shopped for the ingredients, prepared the juice meals, and delivered them to his house. I was talking to a friend who has a neighbor who mows lawns in the summer.   He makes about $5k/summer. When I lived in Northern Virginia I washed cars at townhouses on Saturdays with some friends.   We had a bucket, a hose, soap, rags and it was a breeze.   It was like washing cars in a parking lot we didnt have to walk much, since everything was so close. Many of my partners have created reports, white papers, ebooks, teleseminars, webinars, and other knowledge-based materials that they sell.   I contend that EVERYONE reading this blog has some expertise that they can turn into a product, whether it has to do with arts, business, processes, etc.   Creating an ebook is as easy as opening a word document (well, maybe not *that* easy :p). I know two ladies who have created an arts-and-crafts website, translated it to Portuguese (their native language), and made it available in Brazil.   I hear the google ads from that site pay for their house payment (in the U.S.). Ill feature some stories on the blog this year.   There are some really inspiring stories Ive heard. Thats what this talk is all about just giving ideas and hopefully inspiring. Its why Im sharing my revenue streams each Friday (first was here, next was here). I hope this isnt too intimidating. Some of you will act on it now, others will let it sink in.   Either way, I think its a great dialogue. (and, its less intimidating than a long, scary job search trust me!) This post is made possible because of JibberJobbers Partner, Annemarie Cross . Annemarie is widely considered a personal change agent and success catalyst by her high-achieving executive, professional, consulting and entrepreneurial clientele. Annemarie supports clients in communicating their authentic personal brands prominently, professionally and proactively so they can achieve passion, purpose, performance and profit (reward) in their careers. How much success can YOU handle? Click here to visit her website. Multipe Streams of Income, Income Security, and Reality I just got a comment from Angelika asking about multiple streams of income it is actually a great question: Sounds great for freelancers and gifted speakers. But what could possibly be my other revenue streams if I am employed full-time, do not own a house I could rent out and nobody wants to pay me for speaking in front of them…? Wow.   Excellent thoughts.   I can do all of this stuff because, well, I have the time.   I dont have an employer breathing down my neck, having me work so much Im too exhausted to do anything else.   Heres my response in the original blog post: Great question. When I was working at my last job I read Multiple Streams of Income and thought “that’s nice… for other people. I can’t do that, I don’t have the time or energy or knowledge….” I got into this because I was forced into it…. and over the last three years I’ve been able to discover the other revenue streams. I kind of happened upon them. I don’t know what is right or best for YOU. I don’t know what your skills are. But I’m a huge advocate of doing *something* … like I mentioned, it could be something that simply produces $100 a month. Like babysitting, being paid to get groceries, walking dogs, washing cars in a neighborhood, teaching art or piano, etc. The point is, figure out something that is beyond the employer’s paycheck… something that frees you of that complete dependence. To take it a step further, here are some things that I know people do, or have done: A buddy of mine went on a juice diet.   All juices, nothing else.   He paid someone $1,000 a month to get him his food.   This meant the service provider planned his meals, shopped for the ingredients, prepared the juice meals, and delivered them to his house. I was talking to a friend who has a neighbor who mows lawns in the summer.   He makes about $5k/summer. When I lived in Northern Virginia I washed cars at townhouses on Saturdays with some friends.   We had a bucket, a hose, soap, rags and it was a breeze.   It was like washing cars in a parking lot we didnt have to walk much, since everything was so close. Many of my partners have created reports, white papers, ebooks, teleseminars, webinars, and other knowledge-based materials that they sell.   I contend that EVERYONE reading this blog has some expertise that they can turn into a product, whether it has to do with arts, business, processes, etc.   Creating an ebook is as easy as opening a word document (well, maybe not *that* easy :p). I know two ladies who have created an arts-and-crafts website, translated it to Portuguese (their native language), and made it available in Brazil.   I hear the google ads from that site pay for their house payment (in the U.S.). Ill feature some stories on the blog this year.   There are some really inspiring stories Ive heard. Thats what this talk is all about just giving ideas and hopefully inspiring. Its why Im sharing my revenue streams each Friday (first was here, next was here). I hope this isnt too intimidating. Some of you will act on it now, others will let it sink in.   Either way, I think its a great dialogue. (and, its less intimidating than a long, scary job search trust me!) This post is made possible because of JibberJobbers Partner, Annemarie Cross . Annemarie is widely considered a personal change agent and success catalyst by her high-achieving executive, professional, consulting and entrepreneurial clientele. Annemarie supports clients in communicating their authentic personal brands prominently, professionally and proactively so they can achieve passion, purpose, performance and profit (reward) in their careers. How much success can YOU handle? Click here to visit her website.

How To Enjoy a Yacht Charter Like a Millennial

How To Enjoy a Yacht Charter Like a Millennial While yacht charters used to be reserved for the social elite and only those who were well acquainted with the high life would access the planet’s most exotic destinations, things have changed. Nowadays, the yachting industry caters for anybody with an interest in seafaring. Even those who have little to no knowledge about or experience of chartering a vessel can enjoy the water, yet a penchant for luxury is advisable. In the age of the millennial â€" when worldly experience is valued highly, technology is ingrained into culture, and a sense of adventure dominates collective consciousness â€" luxury yacht charters offer the perfect opportunity to explore spectacular regions, escape the stresses of life, and relax with loved ones. We’ve compiled the essential guide to help you enjoy yacht charters like a millennial. The French Riviera: Glamour, Glitz and a Refreshing Spritz With a thriving social scene and high-end amenities that include luxury spas, designer boutiques and decadent beach clubs, the French Riviera is the perfect destination for Millennials who love to party and relax in a place of unparalleled beauty. On your French Riviera charter yacht, you’ll cruise along the Cote d’Azur, from the cliffs of Monaco to the boutiques and beaches of St Tropez. With each new destination will unravel a canvas of charm, character and stunning scenery. Luxury in Monaco No matter where your French Riviera yachting itinerary may lead you, an indulgent experience awaits. You might start your charter in Monaco, with a spot of shopping in the exclusive boutiques of the Monte Carlo Pavilions, or you may even book in for a blissful spa afternoon at the Thermes Marins Monte Carlo. As night falls, there’s a stunning range of Michelin-starred restaurants to sample, or you could head to the iconic Buddha Bar before finishing the night at Jimmyz â€" one of the most famous nightclubs in the world. Relaxed Fun by Cap Ferrat As your yacht leaves Monaco and cruises down the coast in the shadow of the Alps, you’ll definitely want to drop anchor off the stunning headland of Cap Ferrat, where you can play on the yacht’s water toys or go ashore to the superb Paloma Beach Club. Immerse Yourself in Culture in Antibes Cruising past Nice, you’ll come to the walled city of Antibes, with its rabbit warren of pretty cobbled streets, Provencal market, and Picasso museum in a stone tower on the ramparts. On an Antibes yacht charter, you can either dock in the port among some of the largest superyachts in the world or you can drop anchor off Cap d’Antibes, where you’ll take a tender ashore to the ultra-famous Hotel du Cap Eden Roc, which has been a haunt of celebrities since the 1870’s. The Cap d’Antibes is also a splendid place for snorkelling and watersports, with incredible views back across the Bay of Angels to Nice. Understand the Hype Surrounding Cannes The next stop is glittering city of Cannes, where art deco hotels and the Palais des Festivals overlook the port, and beach clubs line the golden sands as far as the eye can see. Stroll the flagship boutiques along the Croisette, book a diamond dust facial at the Hotel Carlton Intercontinental, or laze the afternoon away on a deckchair surrounded by beautiful people at Z Plage at the Hotel Martinez. If you time your Cannes yacht charter well, you’ll be treated to one of the incredible fireworks displays that shower the Riviera in colour and light in the summer months. Watch the show from your yacht or from one of Cannes’ lavish rooftop bars, before heading out for dinner at one of Cannes’ superb restaurants â€" perhaps the 2 Michelin-starred Palme d’Or or by the rooftop pool at the Michelin-starred Hotel Sea Sens. When dinner is done, it’s time to head to Baoli, one of the Riviera’s most fashionable clubs, where you can drink magnums of champagne on white Bali-inspired day beds or hit the open-air dance floor under the waving palms. Indulge in the Famously Opulent St Tropez After a morning spent exploring the tranquil islands off of Cannes, it’s time to cruise down the coast to one of the most iconic celebrity hotspots of the world: St Tropez. Your yacht will drop anchor at Pampelone Beach, the beach club capital of the world and an essential on any St Tropez yacht charter experience. After some swimming and a play on the yacht’s water toys, you’ll get dressed in your most glamorous beach attire for a late lunch at Club 55 or Bagatelle. If you’re getting into the party spirit early, a poolside lounger at Nikki Beach has your name on it as the DJs start to play. Your yacht can then port in St Tropez, where you can enjoy some late afternoon boutique shopping or have cocktails on the yacht’s sun deck with friends. The atmosphere is electric as twilight falls, and there are plenty of bars and restaurants from which to choose, with the stylish Bar du Port a popular starting point for drinks and the three Michelin-starred La Vague d’Or the most prestigious table in town for dinner. Yet the real excitement begins when the night gets late, with two of the most elite nightclubs clubs on the planet opening their doors. Angle your way into Caves du Roy or the VIP Room, where magnums of champagne are shaken like rain and the world’s best DJ’s ensure the dance floor is full. Step Aboard S/Y WALLY LOVE A yacht charter on the French Riviera is the ultimate way to indulge, and S/Y WALLY LOVE is the ideal charter vessel for those who like to sail in style. A 29.70m maxi performance sailing yacht, WALLY LOVE is elegant, functional and luxurious: she comes complete with a stunning sea terrace with sun pads and a gorgeous sunken lounge on deck for candlelit meals under the sky. The yacht features a gorgeous, lightfilled interior of cherry wood and soft white fabrics, with three staterooms accommodating up to eight guests. And with its black carbon fibre hull and gunmetal grey sails, S/Y WALLY LOVE ensures you make an impact as you sail between the beautiful ports of the French Riviera.

Are You Just Looking for a Job, or Do You have a Campaign Going - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career

Are You Just Looking for a Job, or Do You have a Campaign Going - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career No one needs to reiterate that today’s is a difficult job market that is unprecedented in recent times or that regrettably, many people are looking for jobs for extended amounts of timeâ€"sometimes for years! As a career coach, I often work with such people, and I notice that they have things in common: None of them have a well-thought-out career management plan. None of them have a thorough and well-integrated career search campaign. Most are just looking for a job. When I try to diagnose where the problem is, I find universally that (1) they continue practicing what worked for them in the past; (2) they follow what other job seekers have suggested to them; (3) most of them are simply lost because of not knowing what to do next and are borderline depressed due to their repeated failures to generate positive activity; and (4) they do not have a plan containing a series of certain specific activities that are necessary for them to accomplish in order to reach the goal. This article cannot cover all of the information I recently presented to a group of job seekers for over an hour, but here is the essence of it. The four elements of a successful job search process are: The creation of a marketing plan The preparation of job search tools The physical marketing of oneself A continuous plan for improving the process While creating the marketing plan, you should first learn about yourself. Second, you should assess your marketable skills. Next, you should learn the ways of finding a job in today’s marketplace. And last, you should map out what you want to do. This is the stage in which to engage a career coach. Hiring a career coach will speed up the process, and you’ll learn from a pro, get unbiased feedback, will be kept on track, and acquire the skills for negotiating an equitable compensation plan. The next major campaign objective is to have an excellent résumé. Good and very good résumés get failing grades in today’s economy because plenty of excellent résumés are available. I strongly suggest using a recommended professional résumé writer. While such professionals are not cheap, an excellent one is worth every penny. Professional résumé writers provide your key for unlocking the door to an interview. Otherwise, you’ll just be praying to be called in, and that can take a long time. Once your résumé is completed, you need to develop your little vignettes and success stories. At this point, you’ll need to learn how to work with a select group of recruiters, how to use job boards, and how to establish a system for keeping track of all of your activities via a searchable form; Excel works well for this. The difficult part starts now. You need to market yourself by associating with job search networking groups. Those who live within a distance of, say, a hundred miles from New York, can profit from the comprehensive list of job search networking groups found on the landing page at www.landingexpert.com. Self-marketing includes good collaterals such as strong cover letters, a persuasive elevator speech, a detailed LinkedIn profile, and effective use of LinkedIn. Joining Yahoo! groups and LinkedIn groups could prove helpful as well. And last, you need to identify your target companies and go after them ferociously. Now comes the last step, which is to continue improving the process. This includes embellishing your list of success stories and frequently practicing mock interviewing. As you can see, this is a rigorous and demanding career campaign plan. To be good at it, you have to devote at the very least 40 hours a week; and that doesn’t include time spent commuting to meetings. By following this plan, you’ll get not only the satisfaction of accomplishment but also the distinct possibility of favorable results. Good luck to you!

3 Must-Have Business Tools For Small Businesses (PODCAST) - Classy Career Girl

3 Must-Have Business Tools For Small Businesses (PODCAST) When you are just getting started thinking about growing your business, there are so many tools to choose from! How do you pick the best one for you? In todays podcast, I break down the 3 must-have business tools that all business owners should have. This is where you should start so you dont get overwhelmed. 3 Must-Have Business Tools For Small Businesses Subscribe  on  your favorite platform below: iTunes Google Play Music Stitcher Radio TuneIn iHeartRadio Sound Cloud What you will learn on this episode: 1) To-Do List: Asana.com First step: Create 1 task you are going to do today in Asana and assign a due date. Create your tasks into three sections: Today: Top 3 priorities Upcoming: What you need to do this week Later: This month/year tasks Create projects for big goals and long-term projects. • This is where you put your 90-day goals. 2) Calendar: Google Sign-up for Google email and create your first google calendar. Color code and organize your calendar for the month ahead. Create different calendars for your personal items, your day job and your business. 3) Storage: Dropbox.com Why do you need a cloud storage? Most likely, your computer will run out of space if you save everything to your computer. You won’t have to worry about running out of storage when it is all stored on the cloud. This is also better in case you lost your computer and for sharing files across our team in the future. Sign up for dropbox.com. You can sign up for free to get started but you will want to review the pricing options because most likely you will need to pay pretty quickly for the amount of storage you’ll need. Eventually, you’ll want to upgrade to Dropbox for business but you don’t need that starting out. We’ve now transitioned to Dropbox plus but you won’t need that for a long time. What youll learn in the podcast: How to delegate your tasks How to stay organized with your calendar Why do you need a cloud storage? You may also like these episodes: The Biggest Branding Mistakes Entrepreneurs Make GDPR â€" What You Need to Know and Do If You Run a Business Online with Jodi Daniels

What are the Guidelines For Writing an Effective RSum?

What are the Guidelines For Writing an Effective RSum?In this article I'm going to share with you a brief outline of the five guidelines for writing an effective Rsum, starting with the first one - What is Rsum? If you are not sure what Rsum is, then I suggest you read on.Rsum is an automated summarization program. A summary can be a simple listing of words that make up an entire article or it can be a technical description of something as complex as a computational model of the universe. Either way, the summary is used to organize your articles and communicate your message. The problem is that, because the emphasis is usually on the author's voice and word choice, the overall message and importance of the summary have become less apparent.In order to make an effective Rsum, you need to know what is Rsum. This is also the rule for the rest of the tips in this article. It's important to remember, because the more you focus on what is Rsum, the more you'll become aware of how it affect s your work.When you have identified what is Rsum, the next step is to be aware of its limitations. There are many formats of summaries available today, from PPT, HTML, PDF and PostScript to others. Many have very little or no emphasis on the writer's voice.Since Rsum does not use strong voice to support the message, the writer may find themselves writing too much. These short sentences are not necessarily easy to write, but in the end they offer the greatest flexibility in terms of style.Not only are some of these formats very easy to write, they often lack the necessary content that is needed for a 'parsed'extracted' format. The result is that the summary can either be truncated or have long information left out. This doesn't mean that you shouldn't write your summary, but when you do, you need to make sure that you are careful and that you don't add too much information. Also, keep in mind that different people read differently and that when you try to write an Rsum, you need to consider the readership.The last thing to remember about writing an Rsum is that it can also be made easier if you understand the basics of 'Psychology'. It is very important that you understand the audience that you're writing for, because they are the ones who will judge the way you write. They are the ones who will influence the overall message.These few tips will help you with the execution of your Rsum. If you take the time to identify what is Rsum, and you understand how to write an effective summary, then it will be easier for you to do your job. Not only will you create better articles, but you'll also be well on your way to being a better writer.

Corn On the Jobs Top 25 Twitter Accounts for Job Seekers to Follow

Corn On the Jobs Top 25 Twitter Accounts for Job Seekers to Follow 650 Flares 650 Flares When I launched Corn on the Job in July of 2009, I was unemployed, and in my own way, starting a job search of my own.  To be perfectly honest, the end result was more of a life search to understand who I was, where Ive been, and most importantly, where I should be.  Much has come from that search, ultimately leading to the formation and launch of Bad Rhino Social Media, where I spend a great deal of my time these days. In Corn on the Jobs (nearly) three year existence, Ive been inspired by countless career experts.  Through email, online, phone, and in-person conversations, each of the experts Ive  interacted  with pushed me to be a better blogger for my audience here on Corn on the Job.  For this reason, I wanted to create a list to highlight my personal favorite career experts.  Top 25 Twitter Accounts for Job Seekers to Follow #1 @TimsStrategy  Tim Tyrell-Smith may not know exactly how much I respect and admire his work.  When we had a phone call at some point in 2010, I was immediately impressed and have enjoyed reading his helpful articles and tweets since.  You can check out his blog/website at  http://timsstrategy.com/blog/  and make sure to check out, 10 Signs You Are Being Lazy on Linkedin #2 @JobHuntOrg Started by Susan P. Joyce, Job-Hunt.org continuously pushes amazing articles for job seekers, by a number of different career experts.  There are entire sections built out for every level of the job search.  For the new job seekers, check out the Online Job Search Tutorial #3 @UndercoverRec Started by Jorgen Sundberg, Undercover Recruiter posts incredible content for job seekers, recruiters, and anyone in the career space.  When you follow their Twitter account, you wont be disappointed by the mass of helpful links.  Stop by  http://theundercoverrecruiter.com/ and make sure to read, 5 Less Than Obvious Ways to Network with People. #4 @JobHuntChat #JobHuntChat was invented by yours truly with help from Jessica Miller-Merrill (@blogging4jobs).  #JobHuntChat was the first ever twitter chat for job seekers, and features a weekly one-hour chat on Monday nights from 10-11PM.  Weve been said to include the best mix of career experts and job seekers, which has resulted in an abundance of incredible connections made and information shared by community members. #5 @LindseyPollak Many career experts break away from sharing entirely career or job search tweets.  Thats not the case with Lindsey.  She shares a ton of helpful links, that are either her own or from other experts.  Oh, and it doesnt hurt that shes also a Linkedin Spokeswoman.  Check out her blog at  http://www.lindseypollak.com/blog and make sure to read, How LinkedIn Company Pages Can Help Your Job Search #6 @JacobShare Jacob Share is just an awesome guy that Ive had the opportunity to chat with on a few occasions.  He is the man behind JobMob, a great resource for job seekers that like Corn on the Job, tries to bring in a certain level of humor into the process.  Check out  http://jobmob.co.il/  and make sure to read, 20 Tools to Find Local Networking Events Quickly #7 @Blogging4Jobs When I invented #JobHuntChat, I realized that I needed to partner up with someone who was even more knowledgable than me.  Jessica Miller-Merrill (aka @blogging4jobs) was the very first person I reached out to.  Luckily, she said yes.  She has been an amazing help and Ive witnessed first hand how much value she brings to job seekers.  Check out http://blogging4jobs.com and make sure to read, Four Job Search Tips for the Passive Candidate #8 @JoshuaWaldman   Along with being the creator of his Career Enlightenment blog, Joshua Waldman also wrote Job Searching with Social Media for Dummies.  Ever since I was made aware of his presence, Ive been a reader and follower, and have been learning ever since.  Check out http://careerenlightenment.com/ and make sure to read, Is Twitter the New Way to Find Hidden Jobs? #9 @Keppie_Careers Miriam Salpeter is the amazing woman behind Keppie Careers.  Calling her a jack of all trades would be a major understatement.  Along with her job search focused blog posts, shes also a career coach, social media trainer, speaker, and author.  Luckily, I was able to meet up with Miriam when she was in Philly, which was incredibly helpful for me.  Stop by http://keppiecareers.com and make sure to read, How to Find a Job When all You See is Fog #10 @DanSchawbel Dan Schawbel is a personal branding expert that has been featured or quoted basically everywhere.   Personal branding is a hot topic for job seekers and Dan is the person to go to for guidance in this area.  Check out http://personalbrandingblog.com #11 @HeatherHuhman Heather Huhman is a phenomenal Gen Y career expert who focuses on helping folks find internships or their first job out of college.  Her tweets are mostly composed of incredibly helpful blog posts for job seekers, and I should also add in that shes just an overall great person to talk to.  Check out  http://heatherhuhman.com/, and read, How to Perform a Mid-Year Job Search Checkup #12 @LevyRecruits Steve is one of the best recruiters youll find on Twitter and hes more than willing to respond to folks who have questions.  In fact, given Steves old school mentality, he wont hesitate to bypass social media and call you to answer your question.  I found this out the hard way back in 2010 when Steve called and asked for Corn on the Job.  While that caught me off guard, hes been someone that Ive always admired and respected, especially when its related to the job search, recruiting, or being bald.  Check out Steves blog,  http://recruitinginferno.com/. #13 @MaggieMistal CNN declared Maggie as the #1 career coach in the world.  How cool is that?  She also has her own show on Sirius/XM radio thats global!  Shes just phenomenal and full of job search wisdom.  Check out  http://maggiemistal.com/ to view her blog and find information on her satellite radio show. #14 @CareerSherpa Hannah Morgan is the woman behind CareerSherpa, a guide for lifetime career navigation.  Her tweets and blog posts are perfect for job seekers of all kind, and she does a nice job of mixing up the content to keep it fresh.  Check out  http://careersherpa.net/ and read, Have the Rules of Job Search Changed? #15 @HRMargo Margo Rose is the founder of #HireFriday, a wonderful job search community and twitter chat, #HFChat.  You can join her and the large community on Fridays and youll certainly leave learning a thing or two.  Check them out on Twitter, and visit http://hirefriday.com #16 @emilybennington Emily Bennington is yet another career expert that I have great respect for.  Her tweets and blog posts cover all things surrounding the job search.  Shes also the author of the book, Effective Immediately, which helps folks start out on the right foot at their first job.  Check out http://emilybennington.com and read, 17 Things Successful Career Women Know #17 @YouternMark Mark Babbit is the CEO and Founder of YouTern.com, an amazing site for folks looking for internships.  His company also hosts #InternPro, a twitter chat for job seekers on Monday nights.  It should also be noted that Mark is a crazy nice guy and full of awesome ideas.   Make sure to check out http://youtern.com.  #18 @BrazenCareerist When building this list, I really wanted to stay away from online communities.  However, I just couldnt ignoreBrazen Careerist.  Their tweets range from job search and career tips, to information on networking events and social media seminars theyre hosting. Any Gen Y professional or blogger can gain value from Brazen Careerist.  Check out http://brazencareerist.com #19 @AskaManager For a unique twist on the job search and careers, following Alison Greene will bring some insight into what your manager or hiring manager may be thinking.  Check out http://askamanager.org and make sure to read, Why would a company freeze a hiring process #20 @AlisonDoyle Alison Doyle is the About.com Career Expert and when following her youll find a great range of tweets and tips from all aspects of the job search.  You can check her work on  http://jobsearch.about.com/ and make sure to read, Cover Letter Types and Examples #21 @Absolutely_Abby Abby Kohut is just full of insane career and job search wisdom.  If you dont believe me, you can just view any of her countless TV or Radior appearances.  Check out http://absolutelyabby.com and read, Picture Perfect #22 @PhyllisMufson Along with being awesome for the Philly connection we share, Phyllis Mufson is a wonderful career expert that tweets about all areas of the job search.  You can read more about her at  http://employmentdigest.net/2009/05/phyllis-mufson/ #23 @Kbaumann Kirk Baumann is a great guy and hes always willing to help out job seekers.  Kirk writes over on his blog, http://campus-to-career.com.  Make sure to read, 3 Strategies for Staying Positive During Your Job Search #24 @BobWarren Bob Warren is the Founder of ResumeBear.com and continuously tweets out helpful blog posts for job seekers. #25 @StevenRothberg Steven Rothberg is the President and Founder of CollegeRecruiter.com, a leading job board for students seeking internships and new grads seeking entry-level jobs.  Make sure to check out http://collegerecruiter.com

Time Saving Tips For Work and Play this Holiday Season

Time Saving Tips For Work and Play this Holiday Season Time management can be a challenge during the holidays. Work demands continue, personal to dos pile up yet many just want to relax as the year winds down. The time crunch is being more acutely felt this year:those in jobs feel overstretched (a result of the lean and mean approach by many employers looking to survive the recession) andthose not in jobs feel compelled to continue job searching over the holidays (for more on Smart Career Strategies Over the Holidays, tune into my career segment on Morning Living SIRIUS 112/XM 157 Wed 12/15/09 8am ET.)To help you get it all done this holiday season, here are some of my favorite time saving tips:Get your to dos out of your head. This was a key insight from my interview with time management guru David Allen on Making a Living. It takes a lot of brain space to maintain a to do list so free up your own mental productivity by capturing whats in your head and organizing those to dos in your calendar. Youll be better able to focus on the task at hand when youre not thinking about the other 10 to dos on your list. Click below to learn more about David Allens very effective Getting Things Done approach. Start each day with a plan. When I was working on consulting projects at Arthur Andersen I learned that you need to go slow to go fast. In other words, an hour of planning is worth a week of doing. It can feel more productive to get started but doing the task correctly the first time will lead to less rework later. For more great time saving tips from project managers click here. Overestimate completion time. Being an optimist, I often plan for the best outcome to my projects and activities. However, sometimes thing take more time than Ive allotted and the ensuing time crunch becomes yet another thing on my to do list to manage. Ive learned to be more conservative in my estimates and put more space into my calendar between appointments. And on those days when things go smoothly, I enjoy the extra time by calling a friend or enjoying a quiet cup of tea. Its a win-win rather than a lose-lose.You dont have to stress out this holiday season. You can make time for the most important (and fun) activities in your life and in your work. For more time saving tips, join me this afternoon on Living Today 3:30p ET with host Mario Bosquez. Tune in with this free trial of SIRUSand call in at 866-675-6675!Happy Holidays!Find a job your like and you add five days to every week. H. Jackson Browne(Photo attribution)