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Lindsey Anderson

Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

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Cary Thomson Hi All This will probably seem like it has a incredibly obvious answer but is it essential or even advantageous to speak French to work in Toronto? Right now there's a chance we could move there if the other half gets into school at U of T and being from Scotland I have no experience of Toronto culture. Thanks

93 weeks ago from Canada

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Cary Thomson: Should have mentioned that I live in Vancouver right now. I'd love to stay here or a least stay close by. The other half is looking into distance ...MoreShould have mentioned that I live in Vancouver right now. I'd love to stay here or a least stay close by. The other half is looking into distance ed courses right now - weirdly an online masters from Australian could be an option.

92 weeks ago

Mehnaz Thawer: Unless you're in the capital region (Ottawa), the Maritimes of Quebec, you don't necessarily have to speak french. Most people speak English. ...MoreUnless you're in the capital region (Ottawa), the Maritimes of Quebec, you don't necessarily have to speak french. Most people speak English. However if you're looking for work in Government, it helps. And if you're on the West Coast, languages like Punjabi and Mandarin can give you a leg up :)
89 weeks ago

Ryan Paugh Just read in the NYT this morning (http://nyti.ms/bBnLMZ) that 27 states have adopted the new national education standards policy. I'm worried because I feel like these new standards policies are too focused on fundamentals and ignoring the skills that are becoming more important for success like computer skills. I'm not involved enough in education to know whether I am right or wrong, but based on the things I have read I'm a little concerned. You guys are the experts, what are you thinking?

96 weeks ago from Education Conversations, Education and Political Bloggers 1 more

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Cooper: The subject was standards, and it does relate in that standards help those who are not part of select group of people given special consideration ...MoreThe subject was standards, and it does relate in that standards help those who are not part of select group of people given special consideration as with the debatable program in D.C.

In these economic times, with budgets being slashed, we have to consider how many students are actually served under any given program.

Yes this is getting long winded and off track, so it's best to move it elsewhere.
95 weeks ago

Bryon Ownby: @Ryan, while I am in agreement with your initial post here, in most part those that I have interaction with in the corporate training field agree ...More@Ryan, while I am in agreement with your initial post here, in most part those that I have interaction with in the corporate training field agree that the education bar must be raised (at least where I live)! Is it by standardized testing to measure the results of accomplishing this? I feel that is something yet to be seen. My personal belief, the whole dang education system needs a rest & overhaul (and our culture vaule education more than it does)!! The question I ask, does the same fundamentals from 30 years ago that were great building blocks apply to today's world? My thoughts are probably not. Definately the teaching styles probably need to be changed as well.
89 weeks ago

Lindsey Anderson Help me out - Trying to decide if I should make my own website for freelance writing/voice work. Has the website really replaced the website? Are employers really looking for me or should I still be looking for them, resume and cover letter in hand? What do you think?

95 weeks ago

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Sarah Hofmann: I would! Use it to supplement info on your resume. Add a link on your resume and business card, and show them examples of your work.
Not sure ...MoreI would! Use it to supplement info on your resume. Add a link on your resume and business card, and show them examples of your work.
Not sure what you mean when you ask "has the website replaced the website?". I'm assuming this is a typo?
Creative jobs have a little more wiggle room when it comes to submitting a resume, but I wouldn't be caught without one. You need to be proactive in your job search, don't wait for someone to come to you.
95 weeks ago

Lindsey Anderson How on earth do people go about inventing things?! You people reading this are smart... I have an idea and no clue what to do with it!

96 weeks ago

William Ewoldt: While I have no experience inventing, I would suggest writing a description and sketching your idea. Make your idea as tangible as possible. Then ...MoreWhile I have no experience inventing, I would suggest writing a description and sketching your idea. Make your idea as tangible as possible. Then find someone who can help you make a working model. From there I would imagine you seek out a patent.
96 weeks ago

TOP IDEA: Lindsey Anderson I'm sick of being overqualified and doing grunt work. This is good because for four years I've been a total underachiever. So.... what to do now?

96 weeks ago

Lindsey Anderson I want to retire. Now. 27 years to go.

99 weeks ago

Lindsey Anderson How much do you think is too much in terms of tattoos?

104 weeks ago from The tattooed professional!

Lindsey Anderson How do you handle a co-worker who is literally OBSESSED with Facebook? We have a small workplace (five people including the boss) and she spends every.waking.second she can on FB. And when she isn't on FB, she is talking about something she saw on FB. Oh, and she leaves comments on my wall WHILE I AM STANDING NEXT TO HER!

104 weeks ago

TOP IDEA: Lindsey Anderson I think it's time to admit that I am a grown up and still don't know what I want to be. My plans for "trophy wife" have not worked as planned. Argh.

104 weeks ago

Ryan Paugh Are hiring managers going too far with reference checks? I just read an article on MSNBC that blew me away (http://bit.ly/qwHU0). It's no surprise that they're referencing Facebook and LinkedIn pages, but calling unauthorized references seems nuts! What do you guys think? Are there any ethical considerations that should be made when doing a reference check?

105 weeks ago from ERE on Brazen, Human Resources, Recruiters Unite!, Talent Revolution and Corporate Talent Acquisition 3 more

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Lindsey Anderson: I think if you've listed a place of business on your resume but didn't list someone from that place as a reference, it's still fair game for the ...MoreI think if you've listed a place of business on your resume but didn't list someone from that place as a reference, it's still fair game for the prospective employer to call them. And as far as the internet goes, make sure you're careful with your use of FB and other social networking sites - you don't want that picture of some drunk guy motorboating you to come back to haunt you so don't put it on facebook!
104 weeks ago

Bryan Baldwin: I don't think most hiring managers go far ENOUGH on reference checks. I also agree with Steven on off-list checks being industry standard. Where ...MoreI don't think most hiring managers go far ENOUGH on reference checks. I also agree with Steven on off-list checks being industry standard. Where organizations short-cut is they don't give the person the opportunity to explain a bad reference. But when you're dealing with 75 resumes for one position... I think the bottom line is people need to manage their social networks.
104 weeks ago

Lindsey Anderson I've returned to my one true love - Radio! Want to listen? www.curve943.com - I'm on from 10am to 2pm central time.

105 weeks ago

Lindsey Anderson Taking on a second job -going back to my first love; RADIO! Winnipeg's Pop Alternative, Curve 94.3, Saturdays and Sundays, 10am - 2pm!

108 weeks ago

Lindsey Anderson Got published in the New York Times yesterday... just goes to show you never know who is reading your blog! Check it out! http://opinionator.blogs.nytimes.com/2010/04/13/requiem-for-a-nice-person/

110 weeks ago

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JenG: Wow! Way cool! And terrific writing by the way. This is one of those honors that happens to be well deserved...
110 weeks ago

Jamie Nacht Farrell: That's awesome; congrats
109 weeks ago

Lindsey Anderson I maaaaaaaaay have some big news for everyone in the next few weeks. Stay tuned! And please cross your fingers!

111 weeks ago

Kristina Summers ...or that they in any way diminish my professional capabilities. Tattoos rock!

140 weeks ago from The tattooed professional!

Lindsey Anderson: I'm so with you on this! I think people are finally starting to see tattoos for the artwork and not as a sign of criminal activity, ha ha.
138 weeks ago

Kristina Summers: I agree Lindsey - the whole criminal stereotype did play into my decision to get my tats in other languages -i.e. lucky family # is 13 but that ...MoreI agree Lindsey - the whole criminal stereotype did play into my decision to get my tats in other languages -i.e. lucky family # is 13 but that can be associated with gang activity so I had a friend from Thailand write it out in Thai and used that as a tattoo - much prettier anyway!
131 weeks ago

Lindsey Anderson I've wanted tattoos my who life, I've always loved them. Thankfully I waited til adulthood and made good choices... ha ha.

143 weeks ago from The tattooed professional!

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Andrew Norcross: @Photis: I've actually always wanted to get a 'bullshit' tattoo, but just haven't gotten around to it. I've still got 10 hrs left on my ribs
143 weeks ago