Merging Generations in the Workplace, the New Gen Y

June 12th, 2010 @

Written by Wendy N. Powell, author of “Management Experience Acquired” In a perfect world, the workplace is like a family, with seasoned baby boomer and Generation X employees guiding and working alongside less-experienced Generation Y workers. With the Gen Y employees now solidly in the workplace, new challenges in the traditional quasi-work family are common. [...]

Meet Sara Lopez, New Media Star

January 14th, 2010 @

Do you love social media? If so, Sara Lopez may have your dream job. I asked Sara some questions about her job as 8th Continent Soymilk’s new media spokesperson. How did you get your job as a new media spokesperson? My passion with social media and online marketing started when I was hosting and organizing [...]

Social Media Options for the Private Person

November 16th, 2009 @

Career experts recommend that job seekers use social media to market themselves. Private people may dismiss social media because the idea of anyone seeing their pictures and information is disturbing. Unfortunately, no one can ignore social media because many employers are checking sites for information on candidates. You want to make sure you distinguish yourself [...]