Angelie Patel’s Post

This weeks article is all about Summer is here:How to make a summer job a success for all With the time of year in mind I share my story in summer work and the benefits and impact it had on my life #people #culture #change

If Don Draper got your promotion… He’d run for the hills. Your big job is no Madmen fantasy, is it? You’re a top dog, but there are no impromptu afternoons off, No long extravagant lunches, Or comfy office sofas for afternoon naps. Instead, it’s open plan, or a cupboard pretending to be a private office. You’re on planes so often that you forget what home looks like. Lunch is too often at 3 PM, loaded with sugar. You barely make it to the loo twice a day. That's messed up! You’re the boss, so why are you hustling like a 20-year-old intern? More responsibilities should mean more freedom. More flexibility. Not to be a run-down version of a boss. Losing hair, gaining weight, being low in energy, and self-sacrificing. Blaming the region, your industry, impossible deadlines and insane KPIs, is just avoiding dealing. Fact is you create your reality, You could be happy in this role, Give it a shot. Take action. Be creative. Break the pattern.

How are you feeling now that September has arrived? As a kid, September was my nemesis—the death knell to summer fun, signalling a return to school and routine. As a parent, it's a mixed bag: relief from the chaos of summer but also a pang of nostalgia as the little ones head back to school, a year older and a little more independent. But as a recruiter? September is one of my favorite months. This month is briming  with fresh energy and new beginnings. Hiring managers and HR teams are back from their summer escapes, ready to kickstart their people plans. It’s also the season when many marketing  professionals start dusting off their CVs, contemplating that next career move. After a somewhat turgid summer (unless you scored Oasis tickets 🎸), I’m predicting great things this month in particular a surge in opportunities, particularly in the Marketing sector. So, if you’ve been on the hunt, this could be your time! Who else is excited for what September has in store? 🍁 #Marketingrecruitment #Marketingindustry #marketingcareers

Summertime was once a slow time for hiring. However, this summer, people are eager to leave for a new role. Finch Search Partners has been contacted by several people to represent them in a confidential job search. Their reasons for looking are similar, providing clarity in what companies need to do to improve to keep their staff. Here are a few common factors: 🎯People are looking for a fiscally strong company with leadership that leads by example ⚙and clear path for the future 🙌People want a company which provides opportunities to 🎓learn and grow 📚 professionally and to be recognized for promotions 🎧💻People care about having a positive culture with the flexibility to balance work priorities and family commitments 👨🏽⚖️👩🏽⚖️People care about having GOOD benefits since medical insurance 💰costs continue to increase 📢If you need help finding people to hire ♥🧲 reach out right away!! 📢FSP will present professionals who match your company and team 🧩We look for synergies to connect clients and candidates and fit like a puzzle 📢 Always remember, "If you’re in a pinch call Finch"

I'm back! (Not sure for how long) No, I wasn’t on a break. No, I wasn’t on vacation. No, I wasn’t having "me time." I was fighting to get some "me time." The last few days have been so hectic. - Fired two interns. - Onboarded 4 new clients. - Trying to hire some great talent. - Created over 100 posts by myself. - Fixed my systems (still working on it). And much more... Everything feels new to me. I don’t know everything! So I messed up a lot, but I’m still pushing through. -> I started earning six figures. -> I know how systems are built. -> I’ve become much more confident. -> I started working out six days a week. -> I know how to handle tough situations. -> I’ve grown my online community to 30k. -> I’m getting quality clients without outbound efforts. And I’m aiming to add one more achievement to this list: "Posting content five times a week on my personal brand." Growth is both scary and beautiful. I know because I’m living it right now. I don’t know what the future holds for me. But I’m sure I’m going to go far and make myself proud one day :) How are you all doing? Would love to know what's going on in your life.

Ever feel like your job history reads more like an instruction manual than the epic saga it truly is? Script a plot twist! Imagine turning your LinkedIn profile into the latest binge-worthy series, where each role you've played is packed with adventure, growth, and suspense. Think about it: "Season 1: The Intern Chronicles," where you maneuver through the maze of office politics armed with enthusiasm and a knack for making killer coffee. Fast forward to "Season 3: The Big Break," where you stepped into a role that felt more like destiny than a job description. And who could forget those cliffhanger moments when you made decisions that catapulted you into your next big adventure? Turn LinkedIn pages from a snooze-fest of dates and duties into a narrative that’ll have your network hooked. Share your most memorable 'episode' in the comments or give a shoutout to a connection whose career path deserves a prime-time slot. #CareerChronicles #LinkedInLegends #ProfessionalPlotTwists #MyCareerSeries #NetworkingNailedIt

This morning Maggie Mitchell at SiriusXM joined my class at New York University to discuss her role in #CorporateCommunications, and why it's important to recognize you don't have to pick one passion in life. There were so many great lessons baked into Maggie's presentation (and she's definitely a crowd favorite that will be returning!), but a couple of takeaways that resonated with me are: 1. You don't always get the dream job at first. When I graduated from college I...didn't have a job lined up. I spent hours day after day in local coffee shops and libraries applying to internships on LinkedIn. (I even began studying for my real estate license in-case a career in communications didn't pan out.) And I hustled once I got a job. I said yes to everything for my clients. Bringing coffee and donuts to newsrooms. Delivering pizza in Brooklyn. Finding iced teas and dragging them into the city from my apartment in Rockland County. A client or manager asked, I did it. Working on a new business pitch? Yes, I absolutely am interested in working on that pitch! I also didn't give up. When I applied to Ruder Finn I interviewed with a team and didn't get the job. That sucked. Weeks later another role came up on another team, and I got a job offer. I applied to more jobs than I could count at Edelman. It took years interviewing for three different roles for me to land a job there. None of these were final a "no," it was just a "no" for right now. 2. Connections matter. The point of my guest speakers are to help my students build a professional network to lean on before they even have to. I cannot stress enough how incredible of a platform LinkedIn has been for me to build meaningful connections with people, relationships that have resulted in job offers for myself or others. Talk to people. A door might look closed but someone might be on their way to open it. And if you haven't checked out SiriusXM's Channel 13 (Taylor’s Version) yet, please do so immediately. Seriously. Go do it. #CareerAdvice #CareerTips

summer months offer a unique opportunity to connect with your #relationships (clients, prospects, or referral sources) in different and unexpected ways. ☀ this #summer, engage with your clients and contacts in a completely different way. let people know that you are genuinely thinking about them without expecting anything in return. often, #businessdevelopment and #marketing outreach involve an expectation of an immediate response, an acceptance of an invitation, or a return communication. give without expectation that anyone “owes” you something. over the next few weeks, we will post additional summer connection ideas. ⛱ #1. send a summer card. just as you send holiday cards during the winter season, send a thoughtful summertime card. the unexpected timing will stand out. let us know if you have a favorite summer #businessdevelopment activity.

January issue is out now! It is about some red flags that you can avoid early in career (can also be valid throughout). Most of the times, you feel like shit in a place, because of a human, because of the way they treated you or made you feel. A big reason why most companies have a “culture fit” round. I have highlighted experiences from people in the tech industry across all experience levels. Hope you give it a read and know when to leave or report. Link to read - https://lnkd.in/gJ2Eqv6p

☀️ Summer is the season of opportunity, both for job seekers and employers! Preparing your business with the right team is crucial. Start your hiring process early to find those passionate about seasonal work, and be clear about the job roles and expectations. Remember, a thorough onboarding process and flexible scheduling make a world of difference.