Messages In This Digest (7 Messages)
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- Graphic Designer needed in Princeton NJ From: Craig R. Goldberg
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- Personal Branding: 8 Tips That Will Help You Stand Out From: Michael Szot
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- Internet Developer/Multimedia Technical Specialist From: Michael Szot
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- How the Illogical Process of Hiring Can Help YOU From: Alex Freund
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- Senior Financial Analyst in Eureka CA From: Keith Bogen
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- VP Finance & Administration for Mantara, Inc in Jersey City, NJ From: Keith Bogen
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- Asst. Audit Mgr. - Danbury CT From: Keith Bogen
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Graphic Designer needed in Princeton NJ
Posted by: "Craig R. Goldberg" cgoldberg@aetea.com cgrecruit
Thu May 21, 2009 7:56 am (PDT)
My Client in Central NJ has an immediate contract position available in
Princeton NJ. If you are interested in learning more about this
opportunity please contact me to discuss your background.
* Transform creative assets (i.e. Photoshop files, PDFs,
Illustrator files, etc.) into HTML
* Architect the HTML of the site to be as modular as possible
(i.e. headers, sub-headers, footers, sub-footers, menu, etc.)
* Create reusable site-wide CSS to streamline the display of
content on the site
* Ensure that HTML, CSS, and JavaScript are cross browser
compatible with the most popular browsers
* Streamline images, HTML and CSS for performance
* Define best practices around graphic design activities,
including tools, processes, templates, etc.
* Insert content into a custom Oracle Content management database
Required Skills:
* 5 or more years with Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe
PDF file formats
* 5 or more years experience creating HTML and CSS
* 3 or more years writing JavaScript
Preferred Skills:
* Macromedia/Adobe Flash
* Quark Xpress
* Oracle, SQL DDL and DML languages
* Search Engine Optimization
* Web Analytics (esp. Google Analytics)
Craig R. Goldberg
Technical Recruiter
AETEA Information Technology
732-326-9000 ext. 228
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Personal Branding: 8 Tips That Will Help You Stand Out
Posted by: "Michael Szot" mszot@cgsonline.com cgs_managing_partner
Thu May 21, 2009 10:55 am (PDT)
Personal Branding: 8 Tips That Will Help You Stand Out
– Catherine Kaputa, CIO
May 18, 2009
To be successful in business today, you need to have a distinct personal
brand so that you can stand out from the crowd. Personal branding
involves articulating a simple, clear statement of who you are, doing it
consistently, and delivering on it again and again, so that when people
think of, say, business turnarounds, they think of you. Or when people
think of you, they think of a leader who gets companies back on track.
Your brand should represent something different, relevant and valuable.
Barack Obama used personal branding to great effect during the
presidential campaign. He built his brand around the idea of change,
which turned out to be a very compelling concept, and he packaged his
brand idea with a strong visual identity and a phenomenal verbal
identity-—an eloquent message that he delivered superbly. Obama's
clear, compelling brand (not to mention his grass-roots organizing and
ability to raise money) allowed him to defeat more well-known,
experienced competitors.
Personal branding is just as important to business and technology
professionals as it is to politicians, especially in a down economy.
Whether you're a recent victim of a layoff or you're employed but
worried about job loss, personal branding can make all the difference in
your future job security and career success. By making yourself known
for something special-—whether it be a unique skill, attitude or
problem-solving approach-—you can make a stronger impression on
prospective employers and/or demonstrate to your existing employer that
you're indispensible.
Most of us need to devote attention to our personal brands. The
following questions will help you determine what aspects of personal
branding you need to focus your attention on:
* Your message: Can you explain your big idea clearly in a
couple of sentences, so that people know what's different, relevant
and special about you?
* Your scope: If people were to Google your name, would they
discover high-quality information about you and your
accomplishments?
* Your market: Can you clearly define your key target markets
and the best way to market yourself to them?
* Your appearance: Do you have a visual identity that appeals to
your target markets, is consistent with your personal brand and is
different from others?
* Your style: Do your personality and your leadership style
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s.
If you answered No to any of the above questions, you have work to do.
Here are eight tips for creating a strong personal brand.
Stay focused. A brand maven once said to me, "There is no "and' in
brand." The maven's point: The more specifically you define who you are
and what you do, the better chance you'll have of selling yourself. It's
counter-intuitive because so many people think that if they define
themselves broadly, they'll have more options. In fact, the opposite
occurs. If you come across as a Jack or Jill of All Trades, you will
confuse people. People will wonder how good you are at any one thing if
you say you are good at so many.
Differentiate your brand. Being like everyone else will stunt your
success. Ask yourself, "What's different, relevant and special about
me?" Find the "white space"—a brand position that you can own,
that's not associated with anyone else. When communicating your
uniqueness to others, use analogies, such as, "I'm a cross between X and
Y," or "I'm X on steroids."
When others zig, you should zag. Develop your own game plan for success:
your own career path, visibility strategy and credentials. For example,
during the presidential campaign, the politicians Obama competed against
took a traditional fundraising approach with dinners and letter appeals.
They zigged while Obama zagged. He built the largest campaign war chest
ever by using the internet and encouraging small donations from
individual contributors.
Use words wisely. One of the hottest ideas in business today is using a
story to bring a company mission, project or accomplishment to life.
Stories have been powerful for centuries because they are a memorable
way to convey complex ideas. Work on your communication skills so that
you are known for your adroit business stories and interesting
presentations that people remember long after the PowerPoint ends. Also,
master the elevator speech, a thirty-second personal "commercial" you
can use when networking and when pitching yourself for new jobs or
stretch assignments with your existing employer.
Make a visual statement. Like it or not, you are a package, just like a
product on a shelf. Spend time thinking about how to make your image
more powerful and distinct, whether it's by working on your posture or
by updating your clothes. Women may have an advantage over men here, as
they have many more "imaging tools" to work with, including their
hairstyles, makeup, clothes, shoes and accessories. Of course, men can
distinguish themselves with tailored clothes and shoes, too. Men also
have the advantage of their physical size, which, studies show, gives
them a more authoritative image.
Establish powerful alliances. The people, projects, causes and
organizations with which you are affiliated help define who you are. For
example, working for a Fortune 500 company or having graduated from an
Ivy League school has caché, which helps your brand. If you don't
have a Fortune 500 or Ivy League on your résumé, you can cultivate
brand alliances. Get involved with alumni, community, professional,
and/or philanthropic organizations that align with your personal brand
and that will help you network.
Define and prioritize your target markets. Brand managers think in terms
of markets. If you work in a company, your boss is your key target
market, followed by other senior executives. Your secondary target
market will likely include colleagues, clients, your network and your
staff. All of these markets play an important role in your success;
their perception of your abilities and accomplishments can make or break
you.
Take charge of your brand. Just as every brand manager assesses his
brand against competitors every year to make sure that his brand is
relevant and up-to-date, your personal brand needs periodic upkeep, too.
What worked for your positioning last year may not work this year. The
world is dynamic, and you want to stay abreast of new opportunities and
threats. Complacency is the death knell for any brand. If your
capabilities or accomplishments seem out of step with the current
marketplace and with your competitors, it may be time to revisit,
reinvent or update your brand.
In today's over-communicated society, the brands that stand for
something relevant and that build positive perceptions are the ones that
succeed. Follow these tips, and your brand will work wonders for you.
Catherine Kaputa is a brand strategist, speaker and the founder of
SelfBrand LLC, a NYC-based personal branding firm. Her newest book is
The Female Brand: Using the Female Mindset to Succeed in Business
(Davies-Black, 2009, www.femalebrand.com). She is also the author of U R
a Brand: How Smart People Brand Themselves for Business Success, winner
of the Ben Franklin award for Best Career Book in 2007.
This article was edited by Meridith Levinson. Follow her on Twitter at
@meridith <http://twitter.com/meridith > .
Follow all of CIO.com's stories on Twitter at CIOonline.
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Have a great holiday weekend!
Michael J. Szot
Sr. Vice President
CGS Technology Associates
Office: 732-726-2216
Email: mszot@cgsonline.com <mailto:mszot@cgsonline.com >
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/mszot <http://www.linkedin .com/in/mszot >
Twitter: http://twitter.com/mszot <http://twitter.com/mszot >
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Internet Developer/Multimedia Technical Specialist
Posted by: "Michael Szot" mszot@cgsonline.com cgs_managing_partner
Thu May 21, 2009 1:18 pm (PDT)
Received this lead from a friend of mine.
Internet Developer/Multimedia Technical Specialist
ASiM, a Somerville NJ-based medical education company, seeks to hire an Internet developer with preferred minimum of 3 to 5 years ColdFusion experience, including reading, writing, and modifying existing code. Advance knowledge and experience in PC/MAC platforms working in Dreamweaver, Flash, Fireworks, MS SQL and MS Access Databases required. Candidates must also possess experience with PC and Macintosh hardware and Mac OSX software, including ability to troubleshoot hardware/software conflicts. Responsibilities also include programming and maintenance for multiple websites and server maintenance. Ideal candidate works well independently and as a team member, has excellent communication skills, and functions well in a detail/deadline oriented environment that requires prioritizing multiple projects. Fax information, including salary requirements, and resume to 908.253.9002 or hr@asimcme.com
Michael J. Szot
Sr. Vice President
CGS Technology Associates
Email: mszot@cgsonline.com
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/mszot
Twitter: http://twitter.com/mszot
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How the Illogical Process of Hiring Can Help YOU
Posted by: "Alex Freund" alex@landingexpert.com freundalex
Thu May 21, 2009 2:19 pm (PDT)
If you have the time,..
Here is an article which may have answers to some questions you could not
answer to.
Alex
How the Illogical Process of Hiring Can Help YOU
By Alex Freund
Landing Expert - Career Coaching
Why is the hiring process so unpredictable?
To understand that very important question, one needs to know what happens
behind the scenes. Typically, the hiring process starts when a hiring
manager (the primary stakeholder) requests hiring approval. If it's for a
new position, the request might be denied; if it's for a vacated function,
the function might be absorbed by the rest of the team. Unfortunately, the
latter-forced natural attrition-becomes more prevalent during times of
economic hardship.
Once all the approvals have been secured, the so-called staffing
folks-typically a subgroup in the human resources department-take the lead.
The staffing employees search a certain database for keywords that match
attributes from the job description originally provided by the hiring
manager. The database is populated with all the resumes that have been sent
to the company and/or to other nationwide sources, and the skills and
attributes the hiring manager stipulated are subject to the manager's
positive or negative biases.
At this point, the handful of candidates selected will be scheduled for
interviews. Because interviewing requires money and time, some companies
first conduct phone interviews. In many cases, this is a huge hurdle for the
candidate. Often, such phone interviews are conducted by a low-level human
resources person who simply asks questions from a script in anticipation of
certain answers. If the answers do not meet the scripted criteria and the
candidate's scoring is low, viable candidates could be rejected.
So, finally, you receive a call to schedule an interview.
All your efforts have paid off. A person calls you to schedule another
interview. This is a huge compliment! You were selected from dozens or, at
times, hundreds of people who applied for the very same position. You
typically feel elated on one hand and apprehensive on the other. The reason
is clear. You know that the real test lies in the interview process.
Even if you think you interview well (because you've gotten jobs in the
past!), the interview represents a big challenge. Over the past several
years, the business climate has changed dramatically, and at the same time,
the market has gotten flooded with highly qualified candidates. Interviewing
is a skill that can be improved through hard work and preparation. There are
so many applicants for only one opening that the process has become
extremely competitive. You need to outshine your competition. Unless you
kept your job search skills honed in on job market developments, you'll most
likely need to improve in this area.
So, what to do? You can do your own research and preparation via the
Internet. Millions do so, but that process can take weeks or even months.
Instead, you could hire a career coach! The career coach's job is to prepare
you for the upcoming competition. Such coaching will shorten your search as
well as teach you how to do things right and how to avoid making costly or
even, at times, fatal mistakes. The coach might also assist you in
negotiating a better compensation package, which will more than make up for
what you paid for coaching services.
Think of it in terms of sports: All professional athletes have coaches even
though professional athletes are highly skilled. Why is this? Since the
coach has no bias, he will point out to you not only your strong points but
also your areas needing improvement. He will guide you to attainment of your
goal.
What's important to the hiring manager?
A hiring manager considers several factors. For example, he will review your
professional background and your career progression. He's also going to
question your accomplishments as described on your resume. Be prepared to
elaborate on those accomplishments once prompted in your interview. In
addition, of course, your education and credentials will likely weigh
heavily.
A less obvious but possibly important factor is whether you applied for the
position directly or via a recruiter. Normally, the recruiting
expenses-which could amount to as much as a third of your first year's
salary-are borne by the human resources department but not in all cases.
Therefore that issue might be a significant consideration. It is a huge plus
for you if you were referred by a trusted source. Why is that? It's because
the roles in the interview process are well defined: This is a transaction
between you and the hiring manager. You are tantamount to a salesperson with
the intent to sell yourself. The hiring manager is the buyer. His job is to
select among several salesperson candidates. He is not inclined to buy
everything the salesperson wants to sell. However, if a trusted person
recommended you, then the hiring manager's scrutiny is significantly
minimized, thus dramatically increasing your chances of being hired.
What happens at an interview?
In preparing for a big interview, it might be helpful to take on the
mind-set of someone who has just finished one. After an interview is over,
you will have many questions in your mind: How did you do? Were you able to
provide the right answers? Defend your liabilities? And convince the hiring
manager that in your past positions you not only did what he needs done but,
more important, also did it successfully? Was that job performance
successful because you said so? Or because it was recognized by others?
Recognition by others is what convinces a hiring manager that you performed
with distinction.
Once the interview is over, you must follow up. Your thank-you letter should
address any questions the interviewer may have about your candidacy. It's up
to you to find out what they are. When you're asked, "So, do you have any
questions for me?" ask the interviewer about your candidacy for the
position. After all of this, the only big issue remaining to be addressed is
whether you'd fit harmoniously into the organization. This fit issue has a
lot to do with the chemistry between a candidate and a hiring manager. An
associate once recounted to me a pertinent story. As a candidate at a job
interview, he noticed a picture of a racing bicycle in the hiring manager's
office. He mentioned that he too was a cyclist, and voila, 80 percent of the
interview focused on cycling. And guess what? Sure enough, he was hired. So
keep your eyes open for anything that can lend a personal touch to an
interview.
Finally, the last piece of information the hiring manager needs to obtain
consists of good references. You may be doing everything right, but if your
references are not strongly positive and convincing, they might cause you to
miss a wonderful potential career opportunity. Make sure you have at least
three good professional references that are ready to verbally vouch for your
accomplishments.
So, why is the hiring process illogical?
As you can see, today's hiring process is lengthy. A candidate uses logic
throughout the application process, but the involvement of many people over
such a long time can sometimes lead to an illogical result. Furthermore, in
most of the cases of rejection, the truth is not revealed to the candidate
because of the potential trigger of a lawsuit. Therefore, the only logical
conclusion from the candidate's point of view is that the process is
illogical. However, an understanding of the entire process can equip you and
help you through.
Alex Freund
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Senior Financial Analyst in Eureka CA
Posted by: "Keith Bogen" keith.bogen@yahoo.com hrslugger2002
Thu May 21, 2009 5:54 pm (PDT)
Title: Senior Financial Analyst
Duration: 4 years 3 months
Location: Eureka , CA
Non-local candidates must be willing to relocate.
Job Description:
Assist in supporting cost management analysis for the decommissioning of a Nuclear Power Plant and a Fossil Power Plant. This is accomplished by working collaboratively with project manager(s) to budget, track, report, and forecast total project cost. Will prepare monthly variance reports with key business drivers clearly identified, track project progress through earned value process, prepare monthly accruals, track and monitor purchase order spending in accordance with internal controls, prepare routine budget, cost, risk and project status reports, preparation of Job Estimates, establish and monitor cash flow projections and ensure compliance with Sarbanes Oxley and Internal Controls, respond to day to day management requests for information, reports, and presentations.
Minimum Qualifications:
· Knowledge of project cost estimating, budgeting, planning, and work breakdown structure
· Knowledge in analyzing/evaluatin g all aspects of the financial process, which includes cost centers, cost distribution, and cost reporting
· Knowledge of accounting practices and financial systems (e.g. invoicing and cash flow, system input and reporting requirements related to projects)
· Provide support to the project team in tracking and trending project status, perform variance analysis on earned value
· Demonstrate skill in identifying, analyzing, and providing solutions to cost engineering problems
· Must possess excellent interpersonal and teamwork skill with ability to maximize the project results using teammates
· Must demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to convey complex issues to teammates with varying degrees of knowledge
· Must have experience in Business and Financial processes and experience with the development, control, and monitoring of cost control processes and techniques
Desired Qualification:
· Bachelor´s Degree in Engineering or Business (combination of education and equivalent work experience may be accepted)
· Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite of products (Excel, Word, and Power Point)
· Must have at minimum of 2 years supervisory and 8 years of financial management experience, preferably at a nuclear facility
Preferred:
· Local candidates are preferred but would consider non-locals willing to relocate to the position location
· Previous earned value management system experience A candidate with a progressive project controls background with strong financial skills will become our best prospect. Candidates that have supervised projects more than $100M should be sought.
If you have this experience, feel you are a fit for this position, and are interested,please send your updated resume and answer the questions below:
1) What is your availability to start?
2) Are you open to contract?
3) What is your current salary or pay rate?
4) Are you currently eligible to work for any employer in the US ?
5) When is the best time to contact you and what # can you be reached at for this opportunity?
GirirajSharma / 678-553-8931
American Cybersystems / giriraj.sharma@acsicorp. com
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VP Finance & Administration for Mantara, Inc in Jersey City, NJ
Posted by: "Keith Bogen" keith.bogen@yahoo.com hrslugger2002
Thu May 21, 2009 5:55 pm (PDT)
We have just taken on a very interesting retained search for
a VP Finance & Administration for Mantara, Inc in Jersey City, NJ.
We are seeking an operationally oriented financial executive
to become the right hand executive for the current CEO, a seasoned technology
veteran who has had a handful of very positive outcomes in selling previous
technology companies he has run. Mantara, Inc. is a moderately early
stage company with terrific backing that has exceptional trading systems
technology and a recurring revenue model that is very appealing to the
investment community. The business model, the leading edge IP and
technology, and the seasoned management team make this a company that is
ticketed for a rapid acceleration.
We are searching for a finance executive with a passion for
leading a company. This needs to be more than the person in charge of
accounting - in fact, the focus here is management reporting and assisting in
full operational decision making. The successful candidate will be
comfortable leading financial and strategic discussions with the board, with
individual board members and the investment community.
I have a fully detailed position description written that I
can send to any people you know that you think would be interested in learning
more about this opportunity.
I thank you in advance for your help in connecting me with great
financial executives.
Donald J.
Zinn
EVP/Managing
Director
Starpoint
Executive Search
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unturned in our efforts to find successful executives at the top of their game
who can make an immediate impact on your business. Whether you're looking for
one executive or a management team, we'll help you hire right the first time.
Learn more at http://www.starpoint.com
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Asst. Audit Mgr. - Danbury CT
Posted by: "Keith Bogen" keith.bogen@yahoo.com hrslugger2002
Thu May 21, 2009 8:33 pm (PDT)
Position available at Union Savings Bank in Danbury CT
Assistant Audit Manager
We are seeking to fill a full time Assistant Audit Manager position for our Internal Audit Department. This position is responsible for the performing the process of audit assignment completion in all areas of the bank including: operations, financial and compliance. The process includes audit preparation, performing field work and audit finalization. The Assistant Audit Manager will supervise and manage trainee/less experienced staff audits, under the same standards as above, and will be the back-up to the Audit Manager.
Requirements include:
* 5 years in banking experience
* 5 years auditing experience
* Supervisory experience
* Is organized and detail oriented
* Outstanding communication skills
* Computer proficiency
* College degree is preferred
Email: contacthr@unionsavi ngs.com
Fax: (203) 830-4276
Mail: Human Resources Department
Union Savings Bank
Post Office Box 647
Danbury, CT 06813-0647
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