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It would be hard to find a young professional these days who doesn’t engage in some type of social media interaction. With the advent of Smart Phones and portable Tablets, it’s easier than ever to stay connected to your friends, family, and colleagues. However, it is also very important to remember that the content you put out on the web affects what people think about you both personally and professionally. The last thing you want to do is send the wrong message to a … read more
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Monday, March 28th, 2011
Urban Interns, a national marketplace that connects growing companies with people seeking part time jobs and internships, reports that from January to February 2011, employers increased their demand for interns and part-time employees with the following skills: web development, web design, financial analysis, bookkeeping, and search engine optimization (“SEO”). The company saw triple-digit increases in demand for each of those skills. Urban Interns also reports that in terms of top jobs sought, these are exactly the same categories of growth.
Urban Interns, a national marketplace that connects growing companies with people seeking part time jobs and internships, reports that from January to February 2011, employers increased their demand for interns and part-time employees with the following skills: web development, web design, financial analysis, bookkeeping, and search engine optimization (“SEO”). The company saw triple-digit increases in demand for each of those skills. Urban Interns also reports that in terms of top jobs sought, these are exactly the same categories of growth. The top growth categories for job … read more
Wednesday, March 2nd, 2011
Using YouTube could pay off big time for your business. Industry experts agree that search engines love video, which could result in higher Google rankings. So how should you get started? YouTube is the number one video-sharing site, making the site a must-do. Here are a few pointers for your Urban Intern to help make the most of YouTube:
1. Create a Customized Channel — Your YouTube channel should match the look and feel of your brand – have your Urban Intern use … read more
Thursday, February 10th, 2011
Working from home sounds like the ideal set-up – wear whatever you want and work from where it's most convenient (hello, Starbucks)! But working virtually can be a challenge. To be successful, you need to constantly manage your own productivity and communication. Here are some suggestions for staying on the top of your game – even without a boss looking over your shoulder.
Never Miss a Deadline – Set-up your to-do list online to keep track of all the nitty-gritty details. Our favorites include Remember the … read more
Tuesday, February 8th, 2011
You've decided that a virtual set-up can work for your Urban Intern. You know that people who work from home report increased productivity and moral and lower turnover rates, according to USA Today. But maybe you don't know how to make those statistics true for your virtual team. Here are the best tools to use when creating a virtual office:
You've decided that a virtual set-up can work for your Urban Intern. You know that people who work from home report increased productivity and moral and lower turnover rates, according to USA Today. But maybe you don't know how to make those statistics true for your virtual team. Here are the best tools to use when creating a virtual office:
Build Structure and Accountability – When you hire a virtual intern, it's critical that everyone on your team can easily manage projects and … read more
Wednesday, January 26th, 2011
Introducing the next post in our series on the Startup Scenes across the US: Boston!
What is the Boston advantage when it comes to start-ups? Intellectual capital – with 47 colleges and university in the area, Boston has a strong student community with an interest in entrepreneurship.
Paul Graham, who funds start-ups through his Y Combinator program based in Silicon Valley, says, “The one advantage a Boston startup would have is the universities.”
MIT student Ariadne G. Smith puts it this way, … read more
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