Open Question: Is the TV show Mad Men based on a movie?

I tried searching online but couldn't find an answer. For some reason I'm thinking there is a movie from the 70s or 80s on which the TV show is based, or which is about a similar advertising agency. Am I mistaken? more

Open Question: Is an MBA the right graduate degree for me?

In 2006, I graduated with my Bachelor's of Art in Public Relations. Since 2007, I have been working for a small advertising agency handling Public Relations, Specialty Promotions, Account Executive - you name it I handle it. I love my job, but a Master's degree is something I've always wanted. Currently, I'm looking at obtaining my MBA through a school which offers both online and Saturday classes. With everything going on in the economy, I can't afford to quit my job to enter Graduate School, so this online program works out great. Ultimately, I'd like to teach - and not necessarily a course which most typical MBA students teach, i.e. economics, etc. I know that some MBAs teach marketing courses, which I can teach because I handle marketing in my current job. I'd really like to teach at maybe a community college level and teach courses such as Speech and maybe English. Is the MBA the right choice for me? more

Open Question: what about this ad in "village voice" nyc paper. travel line. at 5 penn plaza? any good?

i dont know if this travel agency is good or if its not worth the time. anyone who knows, or used them before? advertised in the paper, they say just 99 for florida RT. thats what i want. (for early february) more

Open Question: i have some ideas for advertising agencies for ads purposes , to whom should i contact.?

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Open Question: Am I an art worker or copy writer?

I love thinking up ideas more than designing them, which above title does that make me? Do these two roles tend to work together in an advertising agency? more

Resolved Question: Who thinks this is a Taxing Joke?

How many zeros in a billion? This is too true to be funny. The next time you hear a politician use the Word 'billion' in a casual manner, think about Whether you want the 'politicians' spending YOUR tax money. A billion is a difficult number to comprehend, But one advertising agency did a good job of Putting that figure into some perspective in One of it's releases. A. A billion seconds ago it was 1959. B. A billion minutes ago Jesus was alive. C. A billion hours ago our ancestors were Living in the Stone Age. D. A billion days ago no-one walked on the earth on two feet. E. A billion Pounds ago was only 13 hours and 12 minutes, At the rate our government Is spending it. Cigarette Tax Corporate Income Tax Income Tax Fuel Tax Petrol/Diesel Tax Inheritance Tax (tax on top of tax) Liquor Tax Marriage License Tax Property Tax Real Estate Tax Social Security Tax Road Usage Tax Local Tax Vehicle License Registration Tax Vehicle Sales Tax STILL THINK THIS IS FUNNY? Not one of these taxes existed 100 years ago... And our nation was one of the most prosperous in the world. We had absolutely no national debt... We had the largest middle class in the world... And Mom stayed home to raise the kids. What happened? more

Open Question: I need email database of Indian advertising agencies/book publishers? How will I get it?

I am freelance book editor, translator, working online from Chennai, India. any other business promo ideas are also welcome. more

Resolved Question: Who said there is no job in the USA? How come they don't want these jobs.?

We operate a recruiting agency that recruit staff from overseas for American companies. We have in our hand a petition for over 100 workers to work in a hotel this summer. I must say the pay is not great. How is it that the employer advertised for over a month in the major newspapers and did not receive even 10 applications? We went to the consulate and all visas were approved. Why Americans complain when they obvious don't want to work?This hotel has various properties in Florida. Its also temporary for 8 months. Yes the salary is not great $8. Put isn't half a loaf better than none? more

Voting Question: Tier 5 Youth Mobility Visa... UK?

Hello, I am applying for the visa I have stated above, I am a recent college graduate who is looking to get work in Advertising when I come to the UK, with my Visa I am entitled to work full time and for as long as I want... I'm wondering if anyone knows of any good job sites, or agencies... I don't want to live in London because of expenses.. can anyone suggest another good advertising rich market? more

Voting Question: Advertising Help Please!?

I need an advertising agency. We Need somewhere which has a book of company's looking to advertise. This is for a theatre programme. Thanks For your help!! more

Resolved Question: Anybody else having any trouble with the recent supreme court ruling?

Without any financial restrictions, it would appear that a corporation (or any other well funded agency) could now conceivably buy up all or most of the air space available to advertise their political candidate. Just a few such examples of monumental funding would seem to send a rather ominous message to other candidates not in line with corporate interests. This seems like a convoluted waste of money. Perhaps we should just knock out the middle man, and have corporation do the voting during an election.Kyle- I do not hate corporations. They are essential, but they are not guided by a desire to do the "right thing". There goal (as it is should be) is simply to make a profit. I would have the same objection to a billionaire who would have to power to drown out everybody elses "free speech".Splitter- I disagree, I don't believe corporations are made up of people. Corporations are their own entity with just one purpose. Corporations control people much more than people control corporations.Time to Shrug- I sincerly hope you are right, but it seems harder and harder to distinguish between the signal and the noise we hear everyday.Titou- I read your question. We obviously have the same concern!All responses ar appreciated. Special thanks to Solar & NeilAll responses ar appreciated. Special thanks to Solar & NeilAdditionaly thanks to Karen and Darwinal for their fine responsesTitou- thanks again for your response and your question. Interesting responses! more

Resolved Question: Do employment agencies actaully have jobs avaliable?

Do employment agencies actually have job available or do they waste your time having you come in there to meet some sort of quota? I have applied to at least 10 employment agencies that all have jobs advertised, but nothing ever happens. This has happened to a few people I know. more

Resolved Question: ****IS THIS A GOOD SUMMARY**** ITS DUE IN A BIT PLEASE HELP!!!?

Many brand name multinationals, as we have seen, are in the process of transcending the need to identify with their earthbound products. They dream instead about their brands' deep inner meanings --the way they capture the spirit of individuality, athleticism, wilderness or community. In this context of strut over stuff, marketing departments charged with the managing of brand identities have begun to see their work as something that occurs not in conjunction with factory production but in direct competition with it. "Products are made in the factory", says Walter Landor, president of Landor branding agency, "brands are made in the mind", Peter Carroll, president of advertising giant J. Walter Thompson, reiterates the same thought: The difference between products and brands is fundamental. A product is some that is made in a factory; a brand is something that bought the customer." Savvy ad agencies have all moved away from the idea that they are flogging a product made by someone else, and have come to think of themselves instead of brand factories, hammering out what is the true value: the idea, the lifestyle, the attitude. Brand builders are the new primary product in our so-called knowledge economy. Around the globe today many brand names are in the process of going beyond the limits to identify with their earthbound products. Individualism, something part of nature and the athletic side is something that brand name multinationals want to show. The advertising and marketing sectors have become too arrogant and too big for something they can handle. Brand name multinationals want their brand deeper meaning to come out because they have lost sight of the fact that without a product in the first place, they are redundant. Many ad agencies have now come to the approach of leaving the product alone because it was created by someone else. If brand is the most important thing, let them introduce a brand without a product attached, and see what success they have. more

Resolved Question: Advertising Question: Females in Advertising?

Do you think the advertising agencies/departments are reluctant to user older women in their ads? Why or why not? more

Resolved Question: what does it mean to be aa "self made" millionaire?

Isn't it a little arrogant to dismiss the roles of suppliers, investors, partners,employees, consumers, political and economic conditions fostered by the populous, advertising agencies, insurance companies, parents, friends, teachers, advisers, (a god if you;re religious), and every other person and role that goes into the making of a "self made"millionaire?If a self made millionare is just a term to distinguish a person receiving govt. handouts from a person who worked hard to make a million dollars, what person has a million dollars because of govt. handouts? more

Resolved Question: How do I put this in to A SUMMERY .. IM SO SLEEPY.. help me some points?!?

Many brand name multinationals, as we have seen, are in the process of transcending the need to identify with their earthbound products. They dream instead about their brands' deep inner meanings --the way they capture the spirit of individuality, athleticism, wilderness or community. In this context of strut over stuff, marketing departments charged with the managing of brand identities have begun to see their work as something that occurs not in conjunction with factory production but in direct competition with it. "Products are made in the factory", says Walter Landor, president of Landor branding agency, "brands are made in the mind", Peter Carroll, president of advertising giant J. Walter Thompson, reiterates the same thought: The difference between products and brands is fundamental. A product is some that is made in a factory; a brand is something that bought the customer." Savvy ad agencies have all moved away from the idea that they are flogging a product made by someone else, and have come to think of themselves instead of brand factories, hammering out what is the true value: the idea, the lifestyle, the attitude. Brand builders are the new primary product in our so-called knowledge economy. more

Voting Question: Do you think that if someone works at something really hard and practices it and watches videos of it and...?

takes notes on it and truely truely wants it and gives it their heart and soul that they will be able to do it? this is going to sound really dumb but i wanted to be a model from when iwas like twelve and im getting my profile pictures taken and getting them sent to a modeling agency suggested by my relative in the advertising business, and i get to go to go sees and try to get jobs and i have watched and taken notes of runway walks and top model episodes and practiced walking in high heels and posing and i really want to be good at it....do you think i can be a top model if i work my tail off like i have been doing? more

Resolved Question: Get writing experience?

I am trying to gain experience in writing so I can eventually work as a copywriter in an advertising agency or work as a writer in any other field. Since I have no experience, I was looking for an online job, which may or may not pay, where I can write. If anyone knows a website which offers experience for amateur writers , please let me know. more

Resolved Question: Is there anything I should know before using an employment agency?

I, like many other people right now, am having difficulty finding a job. I'm a recent college grad, and I can't get a job that advertises the only requirement being a GED. So, I'm looking into employment agencies, but I hear some of them are bad news. Have you worked with an employment agency? Was it a bad experience? What kinds of things should I ask them when I go? Will they take part of my wages to pay for their services? more

Voting Question: Are my chances of the job good?

Hi. I've apllied today for a job through the agency middletonmurray. A lady phoned me back to tell me bout the job then sent over an email askin for birth certificate,and to fill out a couple of forms,1 of which asked for bank details(only account and sort number). Surely supplyin that info looks good for the job? I've not heard nothing for an hour now,i'm not the patient type. Its seems a bit silly i may have to wait 2 weeks if a job is advertising for vacancies?P.S a contract was signed more

Voting Question: how many zero,s in a billion?

How many zeros in a billion? This is too true to be funny. The next time you hear a politician use the Word 'billion' in a casual manner, think about Whether you want the 'politicians' spending YOUR tax money. A billion is a difficult number to comprehend, But one advertising agency did a good job of Putting that figure into some perspective in One of it's releases. A. A billion seconds ago it was 1959. B. A billion minutes ago Jesus was alive. C. A billion hours ago our ancestors were Living in the Stone Age. D. A billion days ago no-one walked on the earth on two feet. E. A billion Pounds ago was only 13 hours and 12 minutes, At the rate our government Is spending it. Building Permit Tax Cigarette Tax Corporate Income Tax Income Tax Vat Tax Unemployment Tax Fishing License Tax Food License Tax Fuel Permit Tax Petrol/Diesel Tax Hunting License Tax Inheritance Tax Inventory Tax (tax on top of tax) Liquor Tax Luxury Tax Marriage License Tax Property Tax Real Estate Tax Service charge taxes Social Security Tax Road Usage Tax Local Tax Vehicle License Registration Tax Vehicle Sales Tax Workers Compensation Tax STILL THINK THIS IS FUNNY? Not one of these taxes existed 100 years ago... And our nation was one of the most prosperous in the world. We had absolutely no national debt... We had the largest middle class in the world... And Mum stayed home to raise the kids. What happened? Can you spell 'politicians!' I hope this goes around the UK At least 100 times What the hell happened????? Gordon Brown, that's What more

Resolved Question: what advertising agencies does alton towers use?

as well as this what types ofmedia has been used to help in the promotional campaigns more

Voting Question: what is a solid healthcare plan for a healthy single male living in nyc?

i'm 24, no dependents, and freelancing (full-time) at a very decent advertising agency. any suggestion on plans? (i've already looked at the 'freelancers union' plans and was looking for something to compare them to). thanks!i'm 24, no dependents, and freelancing (full-time) at a very decent advertising agency. any suggestion on plans? (i've already looked at the 'freelancers union' plans and was looking for something to compare them to). thanks! ---- this is a a medical coverage/ insurance question more

Resolved Question: Are Veteran's tired of everyone saying they support Veteran's, but really don't?

I know I am. I just got out of the Army with an Honorable discharge and deployments to Iraq. I was excited looking through all the sites offering aid to Veteran's finding a job - at least until I realized that no one really cares about Veteran's. For example, most of the government agencies use USAJobs as the posting site for employment. USAJobs in and of itself claims to assist Veteran's. But a quick search only leads to about 95% of all jobs posted are in the GS 12-15 range. For these jobs, it is a requirement the applicant have 10 years experience and a Master's or Doctorate degree. Now that doesn't seem to me like helping Veteran's. It seems that they are helping people with Doctorate and Master's degrees. If anything, these people need less help than the normal Soldier. Now with my military experience, I also have a Bachelor's degree, and jobs before the military with relevant marketing, manager, etc experience. I live in Houston, the fourth largest city in America. When using my resume with my military added, I have yet to receive a single call-back. Using the same resume, but omitting my military experience, I get responses. People would rather respond to me with several years gap in my resume than they would looking at one with military experience. To me, no one really cares about Veteran's. Sometimes I wish I never joined in the first place. The worst part isn't not being able to find a job but seeing places like USAJobs claim to help so many people when they really should advertise that they are only catering to the already well-catered to. It may be hard to find a job with a Master's or Doctorate degree, I will give you that, but the largest portion of the military who are leaving don't have these degrees. They're too busy taking numerous tours of duty to Afghanistan or Iraq to get any education. What a scam. more

Resolved Question: What should MY cover letter LOOK LIKE?

I am rebuilding my cover letter now that I have a year's experience in the writing field. I will be applying to a few local magazines and perhaps a few advertising agencies for a junior copywriting position. I know to include samples of my work. With my cover letter, what is the easier one for an employer to read or more preferred format? The basic 3-4 paragraph? Or the 2-3 paragraph that bullets my highlights? Thank you. To help in what I am describing: basic: http://www.technical-resumes.com/examples/cover-systems-administrator.jpg highlight: http://workbloom.com/cover-letter/cover-letter-sample-example-template-image/cover-letter-senior-accounting-professional.gif more

Resolved Question: Rite Aid Game of life scam?

okay, everyone knows about the promotion rite aid is doing, the game of life. Well i so happen to win $100 gift card, and now im wondering if this thing is a scam. i mean like after i recieve the gift card well something else happen or anything related? [directly asking to the people who had won something, and people who had not won by knows something about this and everyone else.] Also, what does this mean? ---> By accepting prize, winners release and agree to hold harmless sponsoring and participating corporations, their attorneys, affiliated companies, franchises, subsidiaries, advertising and promotion agencies and their respective directors, officers, and Associates, representatives, and agents from any and all liabilities for any injuries, losses, or damages, including death, and property arising in whole or in part, directly or indirectly, out of participation in this Promotion, or acceptance, possession, use or misuse of a prize. also, the prize form consest of saying, you need to put your social security number if the prize is 600 and up. more

Voting Question: i havegot 1 year sales experience but i want to switch my current industry..how should i hunt for opportunity?

I'm MBA marketing n i have got 1 year work exp in sales in finance industry but that's not my area of interest i want to enter Advertising sector but have got no exp no reference n no such kind of qualification...but still if am given chance i would definately prove myself..so can i get opportunity to work for any good Ad agency..??? more

Resolved Question: American Airlines advert, hall of shame for recent advertising?

I saw an advert for American airlines the other nite on telly. Their slogan was, at the end, 'we know why you fly.' Well, mate, I dont know bout you, but the reason i fly is cos that's about the only way to get from A to B across the ocean, unless you like a long boat ride. I mean, what are they suggesting? that people fly so they can s*ag in the public toilets, or flirt with some cabin crew who never look as hot at they do in the adverts, or cos they love being sardined in between people for hours? f*cks sake, and these people work for major ad agencies. Do you think this is a good slogan, or do you agree it qualifies for the top ten most laughable of all time? x more

Resolved Question: Looking for couple to be a surrogate for.?

I am signed on with a agency and am happy with them. BUT I would really like to be a surrogate for a gay couple. I live in Oregon and would like to find a couple here or at least in Cali. or Washington. Does anyone know of any websites where I can advertise myself? I have seen a few but its pretty much traditional married couples or single women. I was hoping i could find one more directed to the gay community? Any help would be great:) more

Resolved Question: Wanting to surrogate, looking for couple?

I am signed on with a agency and am happy with them. BUT I would really like to be a surrogate for a gay couple. I live in Oregon and would like to find a couple here or at least in Cali. or Washington. Does anyone know of any websites where I can advertise myself? I have seen a few but its pretty much traditional married couples or single women. I was hoping i could find one more directed to the gay community? Any help would be great:) more

Resolved Question: How can I get companies like Sony, Nike, or travel agencies to advertise on my website?

I operate a website for fitness instructors to share their class ideas: www.myfitclass.com How can I get big name companies to advertise on the website? Increasing traffic is not a problem. I just need to know how I can get in touch with these types of companies. Are there companies or advertising agencies that work on commission to help people like me? more

Resolved Question: Can you tell me where I can obtain the piano music for the Granada TV HOUSING UNITS advert by Phil Hawkins?

The Ad was made by the AIR advertising agency Manchester. The film was directed by Phil Hawkins. more

Resolved Question: How to monetize a low traffic website or blog?

Most advertising agents I've found require publisher content to receive a steady flow of traffic which is out of my current demand. Are there any pay per click or pay per banner impression agencies who accept very low traffic (less than 100 unique hits per day) content? Any other ideas altogether? My content meets a dedicated niche so I doubt it will ever be on the same level as say Facebook or Google. I've been dabbling with the idea of redirecting my links through paid outbound advertisements, but don't want to drive my already low traffic base away with the annoyances of ads in between navigation. more

Resolved Question: Can a presidential candidate use a pupular tune for his campaign, even without permission?

My friends on facebook talk about Gibo's unauthorized use of "Posible", a tune composed by Rico Blanco and used for Globe advertising, using lyrics written by the advertising agency copywriter more

Open Question: My dang health class .. its for old poeple I am trying to pass with a c lol?

1. Which community value helps us to tell the truth and to fulfill our end of a contract? respect civility obedience honesty 2. What describes trying to find an answer to our questions such as organ transplants and deciding how long to keep someone alive because we know how to do it? ethics act law theort 3. Which of the following non-profit agencies is least likely to be an advocate for a no-smoking campaign to keep our lungs and babies healthy? American Cancer Society Meals on Wheels March of Dimes American Lung Association 4. Which of the following is not a function of the school nurse? teaching maturation programs performing screenings for hearing and vision facilitating CPR classes for students and faculty maintaining fitness records for teachers 5. Which of the following is generally not a function of community health departments? providing emergency care for accident victims overseeing public pools keeping records of communicable diseases regulating restaurant procedures 6. Which of the following is not a sign of a medical scam? There is a promise of a miracle cure. There are several testimonials that express how amazing the product is. A single product is advertised as a treatment for a wide assortment of medical problems. The Food and Drug Administration has approved the product. 7. According to the lesson material, what term best describes anyone who buys or uses goods and services of any kind? patient shopper consumer practitioner 8. What organization originally developed the Patient's Bill of Rights? United States Congress National Institute of Health Department of Health and Human Services American Hospital Association 9. Which of the following is not a right listed in the Patient's Bill of Rights? the right to informed consent the right to know what risks or complications may occur the right to know the doctor's credentials the right to refuse payment 10. Which of the following is not a reason to seek care from an emergency department? The person is experiencing symptoms of a stroke including right sided weakness. You suspect your two-year-old sibling has consumed a bottle of flavored vitamins. Your mother says she is having a difficult time seeing the television screen. The neighbor's arm is cut and spurting bright red blood from the wound. 11. Which of the following statements could make you vulnerable to medical scams? Be wary of any statement that claims something is a cure all for disease. Believe all statements that use pseudo-medical terms to describe the cure. Disregard claims that all diseases are caused by nutritional deficiencies. Get a second opinion when a surgical procedure is ordered. 12. Which law helps to allow donation of organs without cost to the donor? Good Samaritan Act HIPAA Uniform Anatomical Gift Act DSHEA 13. Lucretia is having abdominal pain and decides she needs to have certain points in her foot massaged to control her pain. What type of unconventional medicine is she using? acupuncture iridology reflexology naturopathy 14. Marcus is complaining of a headache and his friend suggests to him that he should have a spinal adjustment to make the pain go away. What form of unconventional medicine is this friend most likely suggesting? homeopathy chelation therapy iridology chiropractics 15. Which of the following does not contribute to homelessness? substance abuse catastrophic financial event domestic violence medical insurance 16. What government agency helps homeless people find shelter? FDA FAA HUD CDC 17. Which policy helps protect patients' privacy and insurance coverage? FDA HIPAA OSHA CDC 18. You stop at the scene of an accident and notice a woman face down in a puddle of water. You turn her over and determine that she is unconscious. What law enables you to proceed with emergency care? Good Samaritan Act Uniform Anatomical Gift Act Controlled Substances Act Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act. 19. What law prevents heroin from being prescribed by physicians and health care providers? Occupational Safety and Health Administration Workers' Compensation Fund more

Open Question: Can someone who works in a advertising agency answer some questions for me?

Ill be in college in the summer and i already know what i want to do, im going to major in marketing, anyway my questions are What's your typical work day like? What did you major in when you were in college? What kind of enviorment do you work in? Do you enjoy your career? Would it be hard to break into a big company? Do you travel? And whats the average salary for a "newbie"? I don't want to go to school for Business administration, just marketing, Would i be able to get into a advertising agency? And would it be better to major in advertising or marketing (i know the difference). Are there hard to find jobs in this field? And when i get into college would it be smart to maybe minor or double major in some kind of art or graphic design class? And do you have to wear a suit? and also were would be the best place for careers like this? (i live in tampa) more

Resolved Question: Fraudulent "Government" Agency hounding my business?

Have you ever heard of FPA Guides.com ? (Federal Procurement Agency) They are calling me relentlessly wanting $500 to advertise in their password protected online resource for doing business with the government. I looked for their website and it is not there. The more they try to convince me they are legit, the more I become suspicious. Another gov agency told me I didn't have to pay to register...could this be a huge fraud or has anyone heard of or done business with this agency? more

Resolved Question: Fraudulent "Government" program hounding my business?

Have you ever heard of FPA Guides.com ? (Federal Procurement Agency) They are calling me relentlessly wanting $500 to advertise in their password protected online resource for doing business with the government. I looked for their website and it is not there. The more they try to convince me they are legit, the more I become suspicious. Another gov agency told me I didn't have to pay to register...could this be a huge fraud or has anyone heard of or done business with this agency? more

Open Question: Which marketing strategies are used to advertise Maybelline's products?

I'm doing a bit of research on marketing strategies, in particular, those which include celeb endorsement. So I have picked Maybelline and Sarah michelle gellar (she was used by Maybelline in 2000). What marketing strategies do you think Maybelline are using, I know at the time they were using Lintas ad agency but I can't find their methods anywhere. The full title of my work is, 'Discuss how a celebrity product range is marketed, and how marketing strategies are used to sell these products.' Any help would be wonderful! more

Voting Question: is it me ? or am i getting the run around from these agencies?

I apply to jobs they post and when i ask about them they say its been filled. funny... they advertise the same job for weeks. This other company i worked for is in no rush to pay me for working on Remembrance Day but they pay me vacation pay after they deactivate my account. In my opinion, if you just want money to score some crack for the weekend go to a temp agency. BS jobs for BS companies = fucking bullshit more

Resolved Question: advertising agency for crystal light?

anyone know? more

Voting Question: Economics--HELP REALLY STUCK!!?

Tanya imports sweaters from Peru and sells them from her home. She collects $400,000 in revenue a year, and spends $200,000 on the sweaters and shipping costs, as well as $25,000 on accounting services and utilities. She used to make $100,000 per year working for an advertising agency. Now she works out of the basement of her house, for which she doesn't have any other marketable use. She has no other expenses. 1. Assume that Tanya is interested only in making the most income and that she needs to choose between continuing to run this Peruvian sweater business and returning to her old job in advertising. Tanya should: A. Continue to run the Peruvian sweater business B. Return to working for the advertising company I think it's B. more

Resolved Question: anyone rember any movie charector working as advertising agency? give me any movie example please?

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Open Question: I can't get a job....any advice?!?

I've applied literally everywhere near me. I have social anxiety disorder, not many qualifications and there are like hardly any jobs advertising right now. Every time I apply I'm competing with someone much more qualified (even if its something so simple as cleaning or typing). What can I do??? I'm going out of my head. I write stories and I like cooking. I try and get published but I really need a regular income. I want to go to Australia on a working holiday visa but you need about two grand to get there. I don't know what to do I'm so sick of applying for jobs where I feel like I'm clutching at straws. It feels like applying to win the lottery lol. Arrrghhhh! By the way, I don't want to work for an agency. Been there and no thanks. Anyone know of any work where there's a real shortage of people? Or anywhere in England even where they need more workers??!! Yes i'm desperate desperate desperate. more

Resolved Question: How does my resume look? Feedback appreciated?

I've crossed out personal info, but the important things are there. I'd appreciate any feedback about my resume and how I could improve it. Thank you so much! This has been copied and pasted from Word, so please don't think this is how it's formatted on paper. XXXXXX X. XXXXXXX 2222 XXX, XXXXXXXXXX, ST, 55555 XXX-XXX-XXXX xxxxxx@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx.com OBJECTIVE To obtain a position in which my skills in customer service, management, and office operations may be utilized. SKILLS PROFILE •Proficient in many Microsoft Office programs including Word, Works, Power Point, and Excel. •Experienced in operating advanced programs such as Peachtree Pro Accounting, Adobe Photoshop, and Wix Flash web editor. •Skilled in time management, customer service, public relations, and organization. •Prompt and courteous telephone skills and practiced in operating multi-line telephone systems. •Creativity minded self starter skilled in merchandising, branding, and display marketing. •Capable of handling sensitive and confidential information and documents with discretion. EMPLOYMENT HISTORY Owner-Operator2008-current XXXXXXX Boutique, City, State •Responsible for the day to day operations of high end contemporary women’s boutique. •Provide customer relations, close sales, and interact with both new and established clients. •Plan budgets, sales goals, and prepare financial statements and reports. •Forecast trends and order merchandise according to prepared budgets and business plan. •Create and carry out public relations, marketing, and web based sales campaigns. •Manage staff and coordinate merchandising, inventory activities, and training methods. Manager2007-2008 XXXXXXX Boutique, City, State •Managed and responsible for daily operations of boutique. •Interacted with and successfully sold to both new and established clients. •Prepared inventory, sales, and customer reports for owner. •Participated in Bay Harbor Merchant Association meetings and events as business representative. Sales and Marketing Manager2002-2006 XXXXX Corporation, City, State •Performed outside cold sales calls, customer follow up calls, and closing calls with new and established clients. •Managed and responsible for sales territory from XXXXXXX to XXXXXXX and several sales representatives. •Created and directed all marketing activities and advertising campaigns for the agency including newspaper, internet, and email blast communications. EDUCATION Diploma2002 XXXXXXX High School, City, State BA, Business Adminstration, Minor in Marketing Expected date of Graduation: May 2011 XXXXXXX State University via XXXXXX XXXXXXX College, City, State more

Resolved Question: PLEASE HELP! HEALTH ONLINE!?

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Resolved Question: Is the Love2Recyle.com advert racist ?

http://www.youtube.com/user/love2recyclelovebug This advert has been screened on British TV and is being investigated by the UK Advertising Standards Agency on suspicion of promoting and aiding racial hatred. Note: The Meixcan/Hispanic is portrayed as bug/vermin.It would be racist if it had shown a wight British male as a bug/vermin or indeed any other race. more

Voting Question: I am looking for a job and struggling, anyone got any tips?

Ok, so I have been looking for a job for just over a year now. But am starting to wonder if my job hunting strategies are just wrong! I look on Internet websites such as the Job Centre Plus, council websites and charity websites, as well as FE job website. I also use agencies for work, but find that they never hardly have any suitable work for me. I have some experience of working in a retail environment and in a contact centre environment. I am not looking to work in a contact centre again as the last one I worked out did not really work out. I am starting some volunteering shortly with a charity called Carers Support, I will be volunteering a couple of hours a fortnight befriending a carer. Alot of things have set me back with not doing volunteering before now. When I try to call places to see if they have jobs they tell me to look on the job centre website or in a newspaper, so alot of the time it does not seem to get me very far ringing places. I feel I am going around and around in circles looking on the same websites and doing the same things, and getting a few interviews but not getting the job at the end of it. I have been applying for some office jobs, which again isn't particularly what I want to do. I have also applied for a couple of internships but so far have not been successful. Does anyone know of any useful websites that advertise charity internships in kent? I just feel like I'm drifting and could do with some suggestions! p.s I graduated in 2007 in Gender Studies and Sociology, but still do not have much of a clue as to what direction I want to go in. Its really starting to worry me. more

Resolved Question: Moving to America to work for a year...?

If I'm in England and want to get a job in California, say, just for a year, what's the best way to go about it? Apply for a job hoping they'll give me a VISA? Apply for a job and sort my own VISA out? If so what VISA? Go over there on a whim, get a part time job based on a free 3 month VISA and hoping to get a proper job - then upgrade VISA somehow? I'm not entirely sure how the process works or what is the best route to take. Any advice/help would be much appreciated! Thanks FYI: I would be applying to international advertising agencies eg JWT/DDB more

Resolved Question: Temp agency for secretarial work-- am I overqualified plus other questions?

I own my own boutique but it's closed down in the winter due to our customers being summer-only residents. I need work for the winter and am interested in applying at a temp agency. They advertised secretarial jobs for $13 per hour, which is a good wage, and at 40 hours per week. I have lots of experience managing people, using computer programs, typing, etc... I do have a college degree and think I may be overqualified for simple secretarial work because of my experience, and I don't want to be rejected for the job because of this. Also, I'm afraid that they will think I won't need a job since I drive a luxury car, etc... I know that sounds stupid and shallow, but I'm concerned about being passed over for someone that outward appearances is deemed to have more need than I. Are these things that may restrict the types of jobs I can get with this temp agency? I've never applied at a temp agency before, but since the economy is bad and my store wasn't profitable this year, I need to make money. Thanks for any advice. Please, no rude answers. more