Bad Videos and the Enduring Value of Creativity

In 1997, the phrase "viral-video" had not been created. But in '97-98, this video was single-handedly bringing down email-servers across the globe.

The video was created by a tech company in CO called Loronix - they were developing DVR technology for security-camera systems and needed sample footage to show potential clients how it worked.

Turns out, it worked pretty well - not many 26 second videos have a shelf-life of 20+ years.

My kids will watch this and think, "Meh, no big deal." If fact, they could probably watch it and figure out that it was....STAGED. Something I didn't realize until today, when I read the history behind the video:https://www.wired.com/sto…/history-of-the-first-viral-video/.

 

In a time when 5 billion videos a day are viewed on YouTube, it's interesting that articles are still being written about this video and its timely arrival to the low-tech Internet of 1997.

Today, it looks super-low-res...like a cheap and poorly made video that barely elicits a raised eyebrow. But it speaks to this - the energy, effort and sacrifice of time to "create" something of value - that is also enduring - is worth the effort.

And I'm not just talking about making videos.

Are You a Rambo-shootin' InMail Machine? #BeACraftsman

Super-relevant post by Kerri Mills providing a bit of guidance for Recruiters regarding InMail messages.

Love InMail?  Me too.  Use it everyday?  How's your response rate? 

Yep, it's a common problem among Recruiters.  So, what to do?  

Check out Kerri's post, for starters.  Then determine to become less like a factory.  You know what I mean, right?  Just get the visual on the Rambo-shootin' InMail machine.  That's right - don't be that. Be more like a #RecruitingCraftsman, who knows that a little bit of customization goes a long way. 

Here's Kerri's read on EREMedia.
 
Give her a follow for great stuff on sourcing:  @Thejobgirl

Switch Jobs Every 3 Years For the Rest of Your Life? Fuhgeddaboudit.

The FastCompany post with the above title (Switch Jobs Every 3 Years For the Rest of Your Life?) has raised quite a ruckus among those in the recruiting community.  In a profession that has, for the most part, historically trumpeted the benefits of sticking with it (translation:  #NoJobHopping), Vivian Giang is doing an about-face and voices her opinion that can be summed up in one sentence:

"That stigma (hold down your job) is fast becoming antiquated--especially as millennials rise in the workplace with expectations to continuously learn, develop, and advance in their careers."  

Be the #TechnologyTransformation at T-Mobile

"Be the #TechnologyTransformation @ T-Mobile" by @DennisSmith on @LinkedIn https://t.co/Wn7Ab4REss

— Dennis Smith (@DennisSmith) November 4, 2015

L2E Greatness @ T-Mobile

Calling all big thinkers, bold leaders, #EagleScouts, ASB Officers, & Team Captains. Be part of our L2E greatness. https://t.co/vbVHsrH3Qx

— Dennis Smith (@DennisSmith) October 19, 2015

What Does it Mean to #BeMagenta?

Launching multiple #BeMagenta campaigns on @LinkedIn to spotlight our super-hot EE's. In case u missed the 1st: https://t.co/rWr9ZhlszD
— Dennis Smith (@DennisSmith) March 6, 2015

The Internet in Real-Time is Mind-Blowing

...how quickly is data generated?  Take a look for yourselves - click below:



Click the image to open the interactive version (via PennyStocks.la).

7 Smart Habits of Successful Job Seekers [INFOGRAPHIC]

Answer:  Because Recruiters (a ton of them) use it to find people.  Like you.

Question:  Why should I use Linkedin to help me find my next great job (even if I'm already employed)?

90% of the Fortune 100 use Linkedin to hire.  That alone is reason to jump-start your hunt for the next*great*job.  But those who are finding success on Linkedin are doing more than just the standard search - view - apply.  Check out this infographic.  

You'll be tempted to say, "C'mon, those are no-brainers."  And you might be right.  But according to the research performed by the folks at Linkedin (with appx 4k job seekers), these are the things that pushed them in to the "success" column.  Call them "no-brainers," but you just might need to sharpen your pencil and get busy on Linkedin.  Your next*great*job might depend on it.  

Click the pic below to see the full infographic on the Linkedin blog:  

Mother Teresa's Top Tip for Job Search in 2014

About.com's Alison Doyle put together 25 smart job search tips for 2014 - read all 25 tips HERE.  

If you're like the average job-seeker, you'll get about 1/3 of the way through before you click out - which means you'll miss out on #'s 22-23.  Of the 25, they could be the 2 best tips on the list. They aren't earth-shattering, but offer up practical advice about your Linkedin profile.  

It's likely you've heard it before - but unless you are workin' Linkedin like it matters, then you need a reminder - or a kick in the stern.

Twitter Skews Young, LinkedIn Skews Old [graph]

The chart  below, from Statista.com, illustrates the age structure of social networks in the United States. 

50% of Twitter's unique visitors in October 2013 were younger than 35 years, while 2/3 of LinkedIn's users were older than 35. 

Facebook apparently appeals to people of all ages, but it still lags behind Linkedin with the gray hairs (um, yeah, that would be me).

The LinkedIn Tidal Wave

It's hard to argue against LinkedIn's effectiveness with these kind of numbers.  And, when it's typically the first work-related site I access in the morning, and the last one I close out each night.

But really, only 50% of LinkedIn users have a completed profile?

Oh, I almost forgot my shameless plug - come visit me on LinkedIn (clicky-clicky HERE).



Image source: www.masters-in-human-resources.org

Top Recruiter Funny of the Day

Kudos and hat-tip to my buddy and colleague Alex Duarte who posted this on Linkedin today:

And since we're talking about him....

he's no twitter newbie, but my friend 'n #medicaldevice colleague has a new profile - check it out: @MedDeviceAlex pic.twitter.com/tlIlkcvDh4
— Dennis Smith (@DennisSmith) October 9, 2013

Linkedin's Sad Keanu

I'm sure Keanu is on Linkedin, right?

Linkedin: Top 5 Recruiting Tends in the US [INFOGRAPHIC]

Insightful infographic by Linkedin detailing the top 5 recruiting trends in the USA.

#5:  Mobile Recruiting.  Shocking, right?   Nope.

Want the next four?  Check out the Linkedin Talent Blog.  I'm sure you're reading it anyway.

LinkedIn's Most InDemand Employers (they never dance alone)

Check it out ... here's a look at the worlds most sought-after employers based on billions of interactions from  LinkedIn's 175M+ members.   In fact, this first pic is based on the most inDemand employers among members globally:  

This pic targets the most inDemand employers among Software Engineers:

The Rise of the Mobile Worker

 Check out the numbers behind the increase in people working on the move - yep, the proverbial remote employee.  Click on the pic to see the interactive graph at The Times:

Welcome to the World of LinkedIn: 100m Strong

Today, LinkedIn reached a major milestone: 100 million professionals worldwide.

LinkedIn is now growing at roughly one million new members every week, the equivalent of a professional joining the site at faster than one member per second. Whew.

Are you a recruiter or job-seeker in the medical device industry? Let's connect on LinkedIn - feel free to send me an invitation at smithtx@gmail.com.

Check out the full-blown infographic HERE, or click the image below:

The 2011 CMO's Guide to The Social Landscape

CMO.com has done it again, improving upon last year's 2010 CMO Guide to the Social Landscape, they've created the 2011 CMO Guide to The Social Landscape to help you determine which social media tools and channels are your best bet in terms of customer communication, brand exposure, traffic, and SEO.

Click the infographic to see the guide in full view:

Manager, Quality Engineering ~ St Jude Medical (Plano, TX)

Manager, Quality Engineering ~ St Jude Medical (Plano, TX)

Click HERE for details ~

Webinar: Leverage Technology/Social Networking to Increase Passive Candidate Pool

Regina Caffey (Wave) is leading a webinar on 1/14 @ 12pm CT titled:

"Leverage Technology/Social Networking to Increase your Passive Candidate Pool"

Want to increase your RecruitingBrainPower?

Dial in ~ I'll be there too.

RSVP: HERE