In a piece called The Worst Jobs in Science, Popular Science magazine takes us places the angels at the Discovery Channel would refuse to tread. After reading this list, to which I have added some commentary, tell us about your worst job! 10. Orangutan-Pee Collector Apparently an analysis of Orangutan urine is a leading indicator… Continue reading
Archive for November, 2007
A Tale of Two Self-Actualization Gurus
In the burgeoning marketplace of self-actualization gurus no one is hotter than the ubiquitous Tim Ferris. For someone who purports to only work four hours a week, he apparently classifies the other 36 hours of self-promotion as rest and relaxation. I was skeptical, but on the advice of a respected comrade I tuned into a… Continue reading
Misadventures on Facebook
If my friends hear me utter the word Facebook one more time they are going to excommunicate me from their buddy lists. I’m adding to the noise only because Facebook demands the immediate attention of all 30 million of us members. Today’s poll reads: Which brand is the best toothpaste? Frankly, if I could entice… Continue reading
Where Do You Stand on Video Résumés?
Would you create and distribute a video résumé or hire someone who sent you one? Video résumés can be more revealing than a job seeker intends. That hasn’t stopped a few thousand mostly young job candidates from posting them on You Tube or e-mailing them to recruiters and employers. Most of the early video résumés have… Continue reading
Would You Fall Into the Gap?
Until recently, Gap Inc. was on my short list of leading socially responsible corporations in this country. This is a company that has trailblazed new paths in how it treats employees, the community and the environment. How many companies produce reports that ask What Is A Company’s Role in Society? How many companies have an… Continue reading
Are Startups Hard Up For Talent?
Startups are finding it harder to launch with world-class talent and that is putting qualified job candidates in the catbird seat. “Startups aren’t the destination employers for top talent anymore, and it’s a candidate’s market right now,” writes Dave Lefkow, CEO of talentspark, a Seattle-based talent management consultant. I followed up with Lefkow to find… Continue reading
