Landing and Keeping a Job at a Web Development Firm

Glenn Hiltonimagexmedia.com/glenn

Landing & Keeping a Job at a Web Development Firm

DrupalCamp Atlanta Oct 1, 2011

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Learning From Craigslist Personals…

Tips for landing the job

Work on buildingup chips…

Brand yourself online:

Go where the agencies are: 

Show off your work:

Contribute to the community.

• Participate in forums• Help on sprints• Build something and submit it

Develop an expertise

Enter competitions, submit to galleries, award sites, etc

Do your homework…

• READ job postings!• Go through proper channels • Customize your communications• Proofread carefully 

Read it one more time...

Don’t Over Do It…

Get your foot in the door.

• Ask for a short contract or internship• Request referrals • Follow up

Tips for keeping your job

Think long term

• Be realistic • Follow through• Don’t bail

• Learn to listen• Be proactive• Be consistent

Communicate

Be Industrious

• Solve your own problems• Help others solve theirs too

Innovate

•Stay ahead of the curve•Contribute good ideas

• Plan well• Think cushion

Manage your time.

Go Above and Beyond

What tips have you found to be helpful to land or keep a job?

Glenn Hilton - @glennhiltonimagexmedia.com/glenn

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