Have you ever walked into a spider web? I figure most people have at some point in their lives and I've noticed more webs across the pillars of my porch each morning. And yes, I usually find them with my face! I am also seeing more spiders coming into the house (good thing they don't frighten me), most likely seeking moisture since it is unseasonably dry here.
The webs and the spiders have me thinking about what I am seeking and the connections I need to make to create the business I want.
I seek work as an independent business owner or as a part of an established team.
I seek work that is interesting, creative and rewarding.
I seek work that is long-term with growth opportunities.
But how do I achieve that in this economy? I weave my own web. Not to snare, but to connect in a myriad of ways.
I connect with former co-workers.
I connect with other job seekers.
I connect with new people through networking.
Through online options including Facebook and LinkedIn I am reaching out to more people than ever. Letting them know what I am seeking and allowing them to suggest people, places and share job openings and potential clients.
Spiders don't frighten me and neither does the future. Because I am weaving a strong web of connections. Are you?
Tuesday, July 28, 2009
Monday, July 20, 2009
Time flies and questions arise
I am amazed at how fast time seems to be speeding by, what happened to the "lazy days of summer"? It appears that one day rolls into another and then the week begins again. Can it truly be that July is more than half over? So where does the time go?
As of late my time has been spent looking for full-time work as well as working on networking and meeting new people, in hopes of growing my consulting business. I have many marketable qualities and it is difficult to pigeon-hole myself and focus on just one talent. When asked to give a 30-second "elevator speech", I find myself wondering what to focus on....
"Do I talk about my abilities for community relations?', I ask myself, "or should I speak about my skill at program development and management? But what", I ponder " about my experience with volunteer management and event coordination?"
Along with days filled with research on open positions for employment, I am watching time fly by as I create my brand, for my business as well as my self. Work also continues to create a true website for my business so I can truly market the ways I can help businesses grow and prosper.
All of this is a work in progress, but since I've always enjoyed creating and developing new things, these productions are a joy.
As of late my time has been spent looking for full-time work as well as working on networking and meeting new people, in hopes of growing my consulting business. I have many marketable qualities and it is difficult to pigeon-hole myself and focus on just one talent. When asked to give a 30-second "elevator speech", I find myself wondering what to focus on....
"Do I talk about my abilities for community relations?', I ask myself, "or should I speak about my skill at program development and management? But what", I ponder " about my experience with volunteer management and event coordination?"
Along with days filled with research on open positions for employment, I am watching time fly by as I create my brand, for my business as well as my self. Work also continues to create a true website for my business so I can truly market the ways I can help businesses grow and prosper.
All of this is a work in progress, but since I've always enjoyed creating and developing new things, these productions are a joy.
Tuesday, July 7, 2009
A week of tall ships
This past week was filled with tall ships and wind-filled sails!
On Monday, I had the joy of attending the 20th anniversary celebration for the Lady Washington. The drive to Aberdeen was beautiful and reminded me why this is the "Evergreen State". The celerbation began as soon as I walked down the ramp to the dock and visited with Captain J.B., someone I've sailed with numerous times. Standing on the deck of the Lady, listening to the sea shanties and seeing familiar faces was a delightful way to spend an early evening. I made sure to visit the Lady's companion ship, Hawaiian Chieftain, who was rafted to her and say hi to the crew.
It was a pleasure to meet Captain Jake who helped build the Lady Washington, visit with Washington's former Secretary of State, Ralph Munro, outside of Heritage Caucus and get a hug from Captain "Evil" Ryan (so named as there are two Captain Ryan's and they flipped a coin for who would be "good" and who would be "evil"). The celebration continued with a wonderful dinner, lots of laughs and sweet memories before driving home with a smile.
My week of tall ships had of course only just begun. The rest of the week was filled with preparing for the Center for Wooden Boats Festival at Lake Union, and organizing the volunteers for Sound Experience aboard the historic schooner Adventuress. I am grateful to all the volunteers who were able to come and lend a hand at the booth and on the boat, and appreciate all their smiles and energy as they answered many questions and helped make new friends for the organization. There were over 1,100 people crossing the deck of Adventuress on Saturday, and a number of people signed up to be members and to help support the organization.
The "Fire & Ice" fundraiser was sold out as 60 people sat on the deck, eating donated ice cream from Lopez Island Creamery and watching the fireworks over Lake Union. All proceeds go to the summer program sail for foster kids, a project in partnership with Treehouse. Everyone seemed to have a great time, the fireworks were amazing and the ice cream was the best.
On Sunday the boat and booth were again open to welcome visitors but closed early to prepare to set sail for another fundraiser. This event was to raise scholarship funds for kids who otherwise would not be able to experience life aboard, learn team work and how to care for our environment. The 4-hour sail was unique as Adventuress sailed with the schooners Zodiac and Lavengro. I'm sure the sight of 3 tall ships sailing together was impressive - especially for those people driving on the 520 bridge! The sail was amazing with great food, music and fantastic wind all making the time go by too quickly.
Too soon the weekend was over and it was time to return home after a wonderful 3-days of volunteering and living aboard Adventuress. There is still more to come of my volunteer work with Puget Sound's environmental tall ship, and many more ways to help Adventuress to educate, inspire and empower youth of all ages.
On Monday, I had the joy of attending the 20th anniversary celebration for the Lady Washington. The drive to Aberdeen was beautiful and reminded me why this is the "Evergreen State". The celerbation began as soon as I walked down the ramp to the dock and visited with Captain J.B., someone I've sailed with numerous times. Standing on the deck of the Lady, listening to the sea shanties and seeing familiar faces was a delightful way to spend an early evening. I made sure to visit the Lady's companion ship, Hawaiian Chieftain, who was rafted to her and say hi to the crew.
It was a pleasure to meet Captain Jake who helped build the Lady Washington, visit with Washington's former Secretary of State, Ralph Munro, outside of Heritage Caucus and get a hug from Captain "Evil" Ryan (so named as there are two Captain Ryan's and they flipped a coin for who would be "good" and who would be "evil"). The celebration continued with a wonderful dinner, lots of laughs and sweet memories before driving home with a smile.
My week of tall ships had of course only just begun. The rest of the week was filled with preparing for the Center for Wooden Boats Festival at Lake Union, and organizing the volunteers for Sound Experience aboard the historic schooner Adventuress. I am grateful to all the volunteers who were able to come and lend a hand at the booth and on the boat, and appreciate all their smiles and energy as they answered many questions and helped make new friends for the organization. There were over 1,100 people crossing the deck of Adventuress on Saturday, and a number of people signed up to be members and to help support the organization.
The "Fire & Ice" fundraiser was sold out as 60 people sat on the deck, eating donated ice cream from Lopez Island Creamery and watching the fireworks over Lake Union. All proceeds go to the summer program sail for foster kids, a project in partnership with Treehouse. Everyone seemed to have a great time, the fireworks were amazing and the ice cream was the best.
On Sunday the boat and booth were again open to welcome visitors but closed early to prepare to set sail for another fundraiser. This event was to raise scholarship funds for kids who otherwise would not be able to experience life aboard, learn team work and how to care for our environment. The 4-hour sail was unique as Adventuress sailed with the schooners Zodiac and Lavengro. I'm sure the sight of 3 tall ships sailing together was impressive - especially for those people driving on the 520 bridge! The sail was amazing with great food, music and fantastic wind all making the time go by too quickly.
Too soon the weekend was over and it was time to return home after a wonderful 3-days of volunteering and living aboard Adventuress. There is still more to come of my volunteer work with Puget Sound's environmental tall ship, and many more ways to help Adventuress to educate, inspire and empower youth of all ages.
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