september 11, 2008 11:51am
Politics as UsualBoth political parties are patting themselves on the back for parading their leaders and supporters on stage at their respective national conventions.
There's a lot of chest thumping going on as well as some Hollywood-esque theatrics.
All I want to know is what are the plans to help restore the economy. I hear vague mentions of tax breaks, but it seems there's a lot of unknown. And when people are just looking to hang onto their homes and their jobs, we need a little more reassurance that the economic woes will be addressed.
It's T-minus 60 until the election.
Posted By: Roderick Kelly
september 11, 2008 11:47am
Yo-Yo MaOur family was blessed last night with seeing a performance of a lifetime. John Williams conducted the Chicago Symphony Orchestra and Yo-Yo Ma was a special guest. Watching the world famous cellist perform was jaw-dropping. He truly was one with his cello. The passion could be seen and felt by everyone in Symphony Center.
I wonder if that would come across if he had to take his shoes off and audition behind a screen.
Posted By: Roderick Kelly
september 11, 2008 11:50am
Technology, Part III heard a story today that exemplifies my postings regarding technology and how impersonal our world has become.
A professional musician (floutist) went to an interview with flute in hand prepared to play for the panel of people selecting orchestra members. He arrived at the hall and was told to take off his shoes. He proceeded onto the stage behind a curtain. He could not see those whom he was auditioning for and they could not see him.
Why remove his shoes? The auditioners feel they can tell if the candidate is male or female by the way he walks or by the type of shoe worn. That's the truth.
Posted By: Roderick Kelly
september 11, 2008 11:49am
Technology, Part III have a number of friends who are looking for work. "I can't believe that the entire process is done online now days," said one friend.
Sure enough, prospective employers and head hunters no longer have to speak or visit with people looking for work. Resumes are all handled via the Internet as are the replies.
So my tip to job seekers is be creative in the key words that you use. Think about what HR departments and recruiters (or perhaps computers) will be looking for to put your resume at the top of the stack.
One side note: Many job postings require "excellent verbal and written communication skills" yet the former cannot be determined in the selection format that exists today.
Posted By: Roderick Kelly