Jimbo's Drinker Posted February 28, 2008 Share Posted February 28, 2008 Just wanted to bring that up. ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
farmteam Posted February 28, 2008 Share Posted February 28, 2008 What sort of job are you looking for? On a related topic, what sort of jobs do people here have? Perhaps that needs its own thread. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimbo's Drinker Posted February 28, 2008 Author Share Posted February 28, 2008 (edited) QUOTE(farmteam @ Feb 28, 2008 -> 01:05 AM) What sort of job are you looking for? On a related topic, what sort of jobs do people here have? Perhaps that needs its own thread. Funny you ask, I am all over the place. I have vast experience in sales and marketing in the Sports, Entertainment and Hospitality industries. My most previous experience was a Project Manager role which involved me establishing and maintaining client/vendor rapport. I guess my ideal job subjects would be: Account Management Sponsorship representative Client Relationship Outside Sales involving a territory. I also would love the ability to travel as part of my job while I am still young, though it is not imperative. If anyone would like to help or discuss with me, please PM me. I will provice any info you need. I guess I am just bummed that I am searching for job 7 months before my wedding. I will now go back to my one person pity party Edited February 28, 2008 by Jimbo's Drinker Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NorthSideSox72 Posted February 28, 2008 Share Posted February 28, 2008 Its been my experience that you increase your exposure, interviews and chances at jobs dramatically if you find a good recruiter or two in your field(s). They will be able to get you to the top of the stack at a lot of companies, if they are good. Trying to apply to places blind (without a connection or recruiter or internal recommendation) is very tough. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sox4lifeinPA Posted February 28, 2008 Share Posted February 28, 2008 yeah, tell me about it. not that I've been on any "wintercrews" lately........ (IT guys don't know code) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soxbadger Posted February 28, 2008 Share Posted February 28, 2008 That sucks, ive never looked for a job so I guess im lucky. Doesnt your bride have any connections? If I remember correctly she went to my high school... Good luck, if you were a paralegal maybe I could help but not much sales in my office. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Posted February 28, 2008 Share Posted February 28, 2008 I'm with Jimbo. Been looking for a change and applying everywhere but can't get a sniff. Frustrating. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rex Kickass Posted February 28, 2008 Share Posted February 28, 2008 I have my first interview with a non-ponzi scheme company since July. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrunkBomber Posted February 29, 2008 Share Posted February 29, 2008 (edited) Im a General Contractor and I can tell you that you wouldnt think the economy is that bad if you saw how many people and businesses are having work done. Not so much luck for the real estate investing side of it right now though... Edited February 29, 2008 by DrunkBomber Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
knightni Posted February 29, 2008 Share Posted February 29, 2008 QUOTE(Jimbo's Drinker @ Feb 28, 2008 -> 01:39 AM) Just wanted to bring that up. ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh Aw, you left the hotel stuff huh? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimbo's Drinker Posted March 5, 2008 Author Share Posted March 5, 2008 QUOTE(knightni @ Feb 28, 2008 -> 10:47 PM) Aw, you left the hotel stuff huh? Yes, he gone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WilliamTell Posted March 5, 2008 Share Posted March 5, 2008 In a few months I'll be doing some job searching. My major is Public Administration, eventually I want to be a City Administrator, but I almost think it'd be better if I work under someone for a while, then branch off to a small town and work my way up, who knows though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve9347 Posted March 5, 2008 Share Posted March 5, 2008 QUOTE(Brian @ Feb 28, 2008 -> 10:55 AM) I'm with Jimbo. Been looking for a change and applying everywhere but can't get a sniff. Frustrating. Sounds like me. Been with my company two years now (out of college), so looking to move to the next thing, with more cash... can't even get a phone call on what have been many extremely solid cover letters. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marky Mark Posted March 5, 2008 Share Posted March 5, 2008 Jimbo, don't worry it'll come eventually! Coming right out of college I was looking for a job from May 2007 to January 08 with a degree that would get me no where specific, but I finally found a position in January. The key is looking for jobs that aren't listed on sites like careerbuilder, craigslist, etc. Those site will get you no where, which I'm sure you've seen by now. You need to look up random companies and either go to their website or make cold calls asking them if they have open positions. Its frustrating but something will come. Keep your head up! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimbo's Drinker Posted March 5, 2008 Author Share Posted March 5, 2008 QUOTE(Markbilliards @ Mar 4, 2008 -> 10:56 PM) Jimbo, don't worry it'll come eventually! Coming right out of college I was looking for a job from May 2007 to January 08 with a degree that would get me no where specific, but I finally found a position in January. The key is looking for jobs that aren't listed on sites like careerbuilder, craigslist, etc. Those site will get you no where, which I'm sure you've seen by now. You need to look up random companies and either go to their website or make cold calls asking them if they have open positions. Its frustrating but something will come. Keep your head up! You rock, thanks for the kind words. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StrangeSox Posted March 5, 2008 Share Posted March 5, 2008 QUOTE(Markbilliards @ Mar 4, 2008 -> 10:56 PM) Jimbo, don't worry it'll come eventually! Coming right out of college I was looking for a job from May 2007 to January 08 with a degree that would get me no where specific, but I finally found a position in January. The key is looking for jobs that aren't listed on sites like careerbuilder, craigslist, etc. Those site will get you no where, which I'm sure you've seen by now. You need to look up random companies and either go to their website or make cold calls asking them if they have open positions. Its frustrating but something will come. Keep your head up! Eh, I found my current job through career builder and had several other interviews through them. You might want to check in with your university to see if you can still use their career center. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RockRaines Posted March 5, 2008 Share Posted March 5, 2008 Career builder and Monster can give you great access to recruiters as well as a very limited amount of quality jobs, I actually got my second job out of college off of monster and I stayed there 5 years. My latest job and the best paying ive ever had I got off of Linkedin. Its a great network for people to see who you are, if you have references and where you've been. My company's recruiters use it alot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jenksismyhero Posted March 6, 2008 Share Posted March 6, 2008 Dude, I'm totally with you. I just took the Bar and started the job search on Monday. Uber-difficult and competitive market for new attorneys right now. I have friends who passed the Bar back in July 07 and still have nothing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
santo=dorf Posted March 6, 2008 Share Posted March 6, 2008 Dude, I'm totally with you. I just took the Bar and started the job search on Monday. Uber-difficult and competitive market for new attorneys right now. I have friends who passed the Bar back in July 07 and still have nothing. I saw an attorney job posted and it looked like it was aim towards new grads. I don't see it posted in the public site, but here's the posting from our view: This position involves the following: Trademark searching, analysis and opinion drafting. Trademark prosecution in the US. Management and maintenance of international trademark registrations docket. Work with network of international associates to manage filing and prosecution of international trademark applications and provide trademark law counsel to the business in various countries. Trademark agreement work, such as trademark licenses and merger and acquisition agreements. Merger and acquisition work, including due diligence analysis and post closing integration of an acquired company’s trademark portfolio. Client counseling and training on full range of trademark related matters. Provide backup to others in the group regarding enforcement efforts against trademark infringers and counterfeiters, including drafting of cease and desist letters, domain name disputes, and interactions with law enforcement agents such as customs official. Qualifications Education BA/BS degree. JD degree from an accredited law school; licensure or registration in Illinois (existing or to be obtained). Required Skills and Experience Minimum 1+ years experience in a legal function at either a corporation or a law firm. Ability to perform legal research using the Internet plus various on-line tools and CD-ROM programs. Excellent teamwork, communication, interpersonal, negotiation and conflict resolution skills. Effective writing skills, including grammatical usage, persuasive copy and style. If you know stuff about trademarking and are interested in this position. Let me know. I can get a $2k bonus. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soxbadger Posted March 6, 2008 Share Posted March 6, 2008 (edited) How much are they paying? I do some trademark stuff at my office but I like litigation better so itd have to be a pretty sweet deal. Minimum 1+ years experience in a legal function at either a corporation or a law firm. The problem for most lawyer positions is that they always want 1-2 years experience minimum as an attorney (not law clerk). Its hard to get those first years of experience because not many places want brand new attorneys. I got my job from where I clerked, but thats not an option for everyone. Edited March 6, 2008 by Soxbadger Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vandy125 Posted March 6, 2008 Share Posted March 6, 2008 QUOTE(Markbilliards @ Mar 4, 2008 -> 10:56 PM) Jimbo, don't worry it'll come eventually! Coming right out of college I was looking for a job from May 2007 to January 08 with a degree that would get me no where specific, but I finally found a position in January. The key is looking for jobs that aren't listed on sites like careerbuilder, craigslist, etc. Those site will get you no where, which I'm sure you've seen by now. You need to look up random companies and either go to their website or make cold calls asking them if they have open positions. Its frustrating but something will come. Keep your head up! I think in general that this is correct. IMO, those large sites are ok, but the best way to get your foot in the door is to go directly to the companies (if you don't know someone). Check out their web sites and you may even be able to apply online. I went through Monster, etc for months. Then, I started looking up local companies, applied online to a couple and had three interviews within a couple of weeks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mr_genius Posted March 6, 2008 Share Posted March 6, 2008 QUOTE(Jenksismyb**** @ Mar 5, 2008 -> 08:02 PM) Dude, I'm totally with you. I just took the Bar and started the job search on Monday. Uber-difficult and competitive market for new attorneys right now. I have friends who passed the Bar back in July 07 and still have nothing. My cousin is having the same problem, I guess the market is really rough for new lawyers right now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sox4lifeinPA Posted March 6, 2008 Share Posted March 6, 2008 QUOTE(mr_genius @ Mar 6, 2008 -> 12:34 PM) My cousin is having the same problem, I guess the market is really rough for new lawyers right now. they should sue. what happened to all the "frivolous" lawsuits the Republicans are always barking about? your cousin could become a pastor...that's what my current pastor used to do. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
santo=dorf Posted March 6, 2008 Share Posted March 6, 2008 How much are they paying? I do some trademark stuff at my office but I like litigation better so itd have to be a pretty sweet deal. The job is 3 pay grade higher than mine so I would assume somewhere around $85-105k salary with an end of the year bonus around 16-20%. Just a guess. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrunkBomber Posted March 7, 2008 Share Posted March 7, 2008 QUOTE(santo=dorf @ Mar 6, 2008 -> 02:48 PM) The job is 3 pay grade higher than mine so I would assume somewhere around $85-105k salary with an end of the year bonus around 16-20%. Just a guess. I cant do any of that stuff but I like the pay, so count me in Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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