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(geared toward creativeswith a bit of art history thrown in)

sally cox (me)

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buildyour brand.

1. decide what your brand is, and stick with it2. write your own mission statement3. create a list of descriptive words and phrases4. ensure everything represents your brand - business cards, invoices, le�erhead, web site5. polish your people skills

ernst ludwig kirchner

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buildyour brand.

“everything that comes from your company should re�ect your brand, even the fax cover sheet.” – andy spade

pablo picasso

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perfect your online profile.

1. build your LinkedIn pro�le2. add your pro�le to your email signature, ditch the logos3. get a gmail account - ditch the “hot mail” and “aol” email addresses4. be cautious with what you post online - everything on the internet lives forever

rene magri�e

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perfect your online profile.

1. there is some compelling research that points to a person’s outlook on life having a dramatic e�ect on job performance2. how we choose to spend our time speaks volumes about who we are as a person, and it is a reasonable assumption that someone who strives for ge�ing things right and is intelligent in their discussions in their personal life will do so at work

grant wood

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expandyour skillset.

1. do an inventory of your skills2. the more skills you have, the more employable you are3. take classes to strengthen your weaknesses4. refresh your knowledge of a foreign language5. stay smart by keeping up with technology

gustav klimt

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expandyour skillset.

photographers - learn more about videographic designers - work on interactive design skillsmarketing pros - take design courses

1. join meetup groups in your �eld and get free knowledge2. volunteer to broaden your knowledgebase3. consider certi�cations - they look good on a resume

juan luna

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networkwith peers.

1. join online or local groups2. become a member of professional organizations3. a�end local events in your �eld - take business cards!4. follow industry leaders on twi�er

vincent van gogh

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networkwith peers.

1. share colleague’s links on linkedin2. comment on professional facebook page posts3. answer linkedin questions4. read blogs by industry pros, connect with them on linkedin via a personal message

jan vermeer

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joinrelevant groups.

1. join meetup and set up keywords2. look for small business groups in your area3. a�end relevant business user group meetings4. a�end community college classes to learn new skills and network classmates/instructors

claude monet

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change yourparadigm.

1. forget the word “job” and instead focus on “work” and “earning”2. the right opportunity for you might be “contract” work, “temp” work, or on a “project” basis.3. contact service providers in your �eld, and get your resume in front of them.

victor wang

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do yourresearch.1. make a list of companies you’d like to work for 2. check linkedin, monster, craigslist, indeed and other sites for jobs regularly3. keep a spreadsheet of the jobs you’ve applied for, with notes on who you spoke to, dates, comments, follow-up4. check out every company you interview with - learn their history, strengths, etc., so you can hold an intelligent converation

c.m. coolidge

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do yourresearch.1. ensure every job you are applying for is worth the e�ort2. make sure your skill set matches their requirements3. look for opportunity, not safety

frederick leighton

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becomethe hunter.1. a large percentage of available jobs don’t post publicly2. �nd the correct person to contact at the company3. be ready to explain why you want to work for the company

edvard munch

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becomethe hunter.1. when interviewing for a job, take the approach that YOU are interviewing them, as well. 2. you have the right to turn down a position that doesn’t seem like a good �t.3. ask appropriate questions so you will have a solid idea of what it’s like to work there, and exactly what your daily schedule will be.

andy warhol

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starta blog.

1. become a leader in your �eld - people will follow you2. create a business “facebook” page and post relevant links, o�en3. if you have tips to share, products you like, blog about them!

edouard manet

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berealistic.

1. look for companies that share your values2. consider the following values when accepting a job: • vacation time • commute • work at home options • competition • business travel • room for advancement • bonuses • bene�ts • prestige or social status • saving for retirement

horace pippin

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updateyour resume.1. be creative, but create a “pdf” and a “word” version • avoid type down the side, graphics, decorative fonts - all of these can cause your resume to be “kicked out” electronically2. keep a few versions of cover le�ers that you - can customize • research the company to whom you are applying , and include traits/skills that apply3. spell check, spell check, spell check 4. don’t just describe your job functions; show your performance and success on the job

amadeo modigliani

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updateyour resume.5. keep your resume to 1-2 pages maximum6. avoid junk phrases like “team player”, integrity, adaptable7. remember: the average resume is read in ten seconds – make yours memorable

leonardo da vinci

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work onyour karma.

“I believe in Karma. If the good is sown, the good is collected. When positive things are made, that returns well.” – Yannick Noah

camille pisarro

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work onyour karma.

1. volunteer when possible, especially for someone in your �eld2. trade services when possible - a possible job connection can come from it3. be polite and professional, even if you don’t get the job4. always send a personal thank you note or email a�er each interview

peter paul rubens

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beflexible.

1. while you are waiting for your “dream job”, you might have to take a position o�ering less money or di�erent skills. 2. look at the “big picture” – if a job has potential for advancement or substantial income increase, you may have to accept something lesser for the immediate future.

michaelangelo

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beorganized.

1. be on time for interviews2. keep track of your interview and job hunt progress - build a spread sheet3. follow up each interview with a thank you le�er or email, and do it within 1-2 days

frank mark skipworth

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usesocial media.1. follow colleagues on twi�er2. update your linkedin pro�le weekly3. be professional with social media; you never know who is listening4. answer questions proposed by linked in groups5. post relevant content to social media, but don’t oversell yourself.6. general rule of thumb = 80% business content, 20% personal content

c.w. turner

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staypositive.

"An optimist sees an opportunity in every calamity; a pessimist sees a calamity in every opportunity."

Which one are you?

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