THE TALENT MAGNET - CAREER MOVES

The title is just a fancy way of stating how important both ATTITUDE and the manner in which you PRESENT yourself are in a successful interview. Regardless of whether your interview is with a recruiter or Human Resources; these two components play a major role in determining whether you will be introduced to key decision makers. Attitude... When someone that is vibrant, energetic, enthusiastic and friendly comes to see me; I feel more motivated to refer them to my clients. It is basic human nature. Energy and excitement are part of the "sales" process. They must be present to ensure success. Conversely, when someone comes to me and offers the "dead fish" handshake and makes me feel that they are "going through the motions", I am far less apt to introduce them to my client. It has been my experience that a terrific attitude can often make up for a lack of experience. However, a bad attitude can disqualify the most brilliant, experienced candidate. Bad attit...

Did anyone actually watch all of the MTV VMAs? That could have been the worst award show ever produced...but enough of that... Seasons may change...but the quest to find a new career remains constant. The need for me to introduce exceptional candidates to my clients has not changed either. The task of screening hundreds of average resumes/candidates to find the select few I choose to represent has become harder as well. Now that Labor Day has passed; clients and candidates are now stepping up their searches once again. Generally, the market remains active until Thanksgiving...and then drops off dramatically between Thanksgiving & the New Year. Below are some of our current HOT SPOTS : - SENIOR MANAGER, HUMAN RESOURCES - major global Advertising/Media Agency is actively seeking a seasoned HR professional to assume a dynamic GENERALIST role -person will spearhead ER, Performance, Planning initiatives - pays to 120K - ACCOUNT EXECUTIVES (all levels)- our clients are some of the most ...

THE TALENT MAGNET IS PLEASED TO ANNOUNCE THE LAUNCH OF OUR NEW INTERACTIVE WEBSITE. THERE, YOU WILL FIND OTHER JOB OPENINGS & HAVE THE ABILITY TO FILL OUT AN ONLINE APPLICATION ... http://www.thetalentmagnet.com Although I recruit in a wide array of industry; my BEAUTY & ADVERTISING clients are keeping me busiest! As a result, I am currently working on the following HOT SPOTS: MEDIA PLANNERS - multiple opportunities with several Media Agencies for Planners with a year of experience as a Media Planner (National TV - Print - Interactive) accounts include clients in the following categories: Travel, Beauty, Retail, Automotive, CPG & more... MEDIA SUPERVISORS - have 3 openings for Media Sups with a year of experience as a Supervisor - 1- fully integrated TRAVEL account 2- amazing Luxury Automotive account 3- prestigious hi-end Retail account ASSOCIATE MEDIA DIRECTOR - leading a well staffed team on an amazing FASHION/BEAUTY account ACCOUNT EXECUTIVES/ACCOUNT SUPERVISORS - sev...

The summer has been getting ridiculously hot...and that heat has made the placement activity at The Talent Magnet sizzle! Although there have been fewer new jobs coming in over the past few weeks - the opportunities presented have been fantastic & we managed to introduce 7 outstanding candidates to new employers in the past 3-4 weeks. Identifying exceptional candidates with experience in ADVERTISING (ACCOUNT MANAGEMENT/MEDIA PLANNING/INTERACTIVE PROJECT MANAGEMENT) and MARKETING (BEAUTY/COSMETICS/LUXURY/ENTERTAINMENT) continue to monopolize my recruitment efforts. I have also had the opportunity to assist some spectacular New Grads land their first job. Moving forward, I am on a mission to develop strong relationships and represent a new select group of candidates. If you are contemplating a career move and have at least a year of experience in ADVERTISING ACCOUNT MANAGEMENT or MEDIA PLANNING...I want to meet you!!! Currently, I am recruiting actively for 5 of the most prestigious ...

I had the most amazing musical experience of my life...and managed to learn quite a bit at the same time. Let me preface this by stating that I am in no way a "crunchy" "tree-hugger" by any means...but I was deeply moved. On 7/7/07, I attended the Live earth concert held in Giants Stadium. The concert was held to promote awareness regarding many important topics including: Global Warming, Recycling, Protection of Natural Resources & Alternative Forms of Energy. It was frightening to hear the research and results as they related to the way we have caused incomprehensible damage to our own environment. There are many things anyone can do on a daily basis to contribute to preserving a healthy planet for generations to come. I recommend seeing Al Gore's documentary "An Inconvenient Truth" it is eye opening! The Talent Magnet is now looking into suppliers of recycled paper for resumes & any hard copy correspondence...as a small first step...but tha...

I wanted to share with you a compilation of some of the amusing things I have heard in the past few months from both candidates and the people interviewing them. "I am a people person" - of course you are, otherwise you would be a Veterinarian or work in a Zoo. This is not a skill... "Many women are intimidated by my looks" - yes...I am certain that is exactly why you have been interviewing for 8 months with no offers...you are just too good looking... "Where do you see yourself in 5 years?" - one of the dumbest/old school interview questions I still continue to hear. I think if I was interviewing, I might be tempted to say something silly like...Florida perhaps "My company is changing" - surprisingly, this is one of the more common reasons given for wanting to leave. What does this mean? It is usually difficult for those who say this to describe what they mean "I am excellent in interviews, I've had 13 in in the last month!" - th...

Let me begin by telling you that 2007 continues to be a record setting year when it comes to successfully matching exceptional candidates with career-advancing opportunities my clients are offering. Since my last entry, I have placed candidates in the following roles with an average increase in base salary of 12K: ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE - Global Ad Agency EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT - International Beauty Company MARKETING MANAGER - Cosmetics/Fragrance Leader MARKETING COORDINATOR - International Beauty Leader HUMAN RESOURCES ASSOCIATE - Media Company MARKETING/OPERATIONS MANAGER - International Beauty Company EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT - Boutique Ad Agency MEDIA PLANNER - Interactive Ad Agency FINANCE ASSOCIATE - Fashion Ad Agency PROJECT MANAGER - Interactive Ad Agency Currently, I am actively looking/hunting for: ACCOUNT EXECUTIVES - Global & Boutique Ad Agencies (entry level as well) DIRECTOR, ONLINE MARKETING - International Beauty Company SENIOR MANAGER, ONLINE MARKETING - Beauty Giant NEW BUSIN...

Finally, some warmer weather is here...the Yankees are WINNING...A-ROD is hitting...and The Magnet continues to place exceptional candidates with amazing companies. You may want to think of me as Ari from ENTOURAGE...I am that "type A" crazy Agent working behind the scenes to get my clients a great deal..in this case a new job & more money than they had been making. Since my last entry, I have placed over a dozen candidates in new careers!!! These positions varied greatly and included the following titles: Executive Assistant Marketing Coordinator Account Executive (Ad Agency) Media Planner Billing Coordinator Sales Assistant Marketing Manager (Beauty) Manager of Public Relations Financial Analyst Project Manager (Interactive Ad Agency) These candidates averaged a 9K increase in base salary & are in positions with companies that regularly promote from within. Our client roster is primarily composed of leaders in the worlds of Beauty/Cosmetics/Luxury & Advertising/...

Wow...the job market sure has changed in the New Year! Now...candidates are scoffing at a 5-7K bump in pay...opting instead to hold out for the employer "BIDDER" that is going to give them at least 12K more than what they are currently making. Once again, Communications majors from state schools are commanding up to 40K...right out of school! OK, OK, OK...maybe I'm a bit jealous...since I was one of those SUNY grads back in the day. I was humble though. Even after I had some success and was making my 2nd job change, I communicated very differently than a growing number of the candidates I have been meeting recently. It's one thing to be confident & assertive...however, this robust economy & job market has spawned some "CANDIDATES FROM HELL". I sometimes feel as if they feel they are doing me a favor by interviewing with my Fortune 100 clients. Too many people presenting themselves with an overinflated sense of self value. These folks are forgetting h...

It's a new year - new budgets - new clients - new opportunities are plentiful here at The Talent Magnet! We are barely 30 days into the New Year and already have dozens of exceptional candidates in the final stages of interviews with some of the most sought after employers in NYC. Diversity still remains a common theme here at The Talent Magnet. To this end, we are actively engaged in searches for a wide array skilled professionals...and recent college graduates as well. Currently, we are actively searching for outstanding talent in the following areas: HUMAN RESOURCES ADVERTISING ACCOUNT MANAGEMENT (all levels) MEDIA PLANNING (all levels) PAYROLL/ACCOUNTING SALES INTERACTIVE MARKETING/ADVERTISING PUBLISHING CORPORATE PUBLIC RELATIONS BEAUTY/COSMETICS/FRAGRANCE MARKETING (all levels) ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT/EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT ENTERTAINMENT/BROADCASTING It's an exciting start to what looks to be our busiest year yet! Please note that our best candidates & most successful pla...

This past year has been one of tremendous growth and change for The Talent Magnet. We moved locations, established a dozen NEW Client relationships, and added Jill Millman to our roster as a Recruitment Associate! Jill has strengthened our relationships with candidates at all levels. Her responsiveness, attention to detail, and genuine concern for her candidate's best interests have made her an invaluable asset! All of the the change has been very positive and has ultimately resulted in many successful placements. In fact, the last six weeks have been the busiest of the year, resulting in the successful placement of 9 exceptional candidates in new careers! The Talent Magnet would like to salute some of the prestigious organizations whose partnership has made 2006 a fantastic year; they include: GREY ADVERTISING L'OREAL A & E TELEVISION NETWORKS KIRSHENBAUM BOND & PARTNERS GOTHAM, INC. JC DECAUX - NORTH AMERICA PARADE MAGAZINE MEDIAEDGE:CIA AR MEDIA LOWE WORLDWIDE AMERIC...

When seeking out a charitable organization to support, I was introduced several years ago to The Joe Torre Safe at Home Foundation! This organization has a fantastic mission...to put an end to Domestic Violence! They are spreading the word through various educational programs and by providing a SAFE environment for children who may be experiencing Domestic Violence to come to! To learn more about this wonderful organization and how you can assist them, I encourage all to visit http://www.joetorre.org For me this organization provides a way for me to contribute to a GREAT cause and...it does not hurt that the foundation was developed by NEW YORK YANKEE MANAGER, JOE TORRE AND HIS WIFE!!! The pictures I am sharing are from their most recent Gala that was held on November 10th at Pier 60 at Chelse Piers...it was truly a night to remember!!!!

Most of you that visit my blog know that I generally discuss issues that relate to searching for jobs, interviewing, resumes, etc. In addition, I close out all my postings with a quote of some sort. The quotes usually come from a song that I identify with (usually something from a Rap, Hip-Hop or R & B artist). The truth is that my musical tastes are quite varied. My iPod has an eclectic inventory of Classic Rock, Pop, Reggae...along with my favorite Rap & Hip-Hop tunes. Music has always been an important part of my life. I find inspiration & peace from listening to lyrics & beats that move me. Although I never played an instrument...it has been a regret of mine that I did not have the ability to use music as another form of creative expression. I was always envious of the person that could sit down at a piano and bang out a tune or that I was not the guy grabbing my guitar and jamming with my frends. To this end, I finally decided to address my fears (of not being capa...

The Yankees are in the post season...the Giants season has begun...and all seems right with the world...except the RESUME, ATTITUDE, INTERVIEW STYLE of many of the candidates I have been meeting. I believe that because of the robust economy and the volume of job openings listed on corporate websites and HotJobs, Careerbuilder, Monster & Craigslist...there seems to be a "laid back " approach by many jobseekers to their search. Do not be fooled into thinking that because there appears to be so many jobs out there... or the fact that you are getting many interviews, that either of these guarantee you landing a new position. You have to remember that you are continuing to compete with other jobseekers whose education, experience, interpersonal skills, resume structure are as good, if not better than your own!!! Candidates need to assume that there are at least three other QUALITY candidates the employer is comparing them to in every hiring decision!!! This is where "brin...

We have now settled into our new corporate headquarters (despite some lingering boxes & files)!!! The Talent Magnet is fully operational and loving our new space! 1270 Broadway Suite 507 New York, New York 10001 212-885-2180 (corner of 32nd & Broadway) Below is a "snapshot" of some our HOTTEST openings: -ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE- Global Ad Agency looking for a talented account services pro with one year as an AE to work on a CPG account - to 55K -JUNIOR HR GENERALIST- Boutique Ad Agency is seeking a dynamic HR pro with 3+ years of GENERALIST experience who is primed to groomed for an HR Manager role - to 65K -MANAGER OF GLOBAL MARKETING - International Beauty leader is seeking a Creative/Stategic marketer with 5+ years Beauty experience to join their Global Fragrance team - to 90K + Bonus -EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT/PROJECT COORDINATOR - **HOT SPOT** - Cosmetics Giant looking for a versatile administrative profession with a proven history as a "right-arm" to senior execs ...

Well...we finally made it to our new new home!!! You will now find the tremendous "PULL" of The Talent Magnet bringing you to: 1270 Broadway - Suite 507 New York, New York 10001 The new phone # is 212-885-2180 "The timing for this move could not have been better" according to industry expert Dr. Howard Aroesty . "Human Resources and Hiring Managers want to feel that they are receiving your full attention and all of your resources when relying upon a recruitment firm." By adding a dynamic professional ( Jill Millman ) to my staff to be dedicated to sourcing candidates, recruitment & networking to further increase our Referral base; I am in a better position than many of the LARGE/NATIONAL companies to provide a level of personalized service my clients have come to expect & that truly sets us apart from the competition! Over the past month, we have continued to forge new Client & Candidate relationships, while preparing for our move! This has re...

The Talent Magnet is pleased to announce that Jill Millman has joined our team in the capacity of Recruitment Associate! Jill will be responsible for sourcing and screening exceptional candidates in a variety of skill categories. Her superior client service skills and ability to identify “talent” will certainly serve to improve candidate relationships and contribute to our reputation for introducing a caliber of professionals that our competition only aspires to. We look forward to continuing to grow and improve our ability to be the most effective recruitment resource in NYC!!! Thanks again for your partnership. Regards- Sean Koppelman President The Talent Magnet

THE TALENT MAGNET IS MOVING TO A NEW LOCATION Since our inception in late 2004; The Talent Magnet has enjoyed substantial growth and success. This can be attributed to the establishment of strong recruitment partnerships with some of the most prestigious organizations in the country and some of the best Human Resources professionals in NYC. In conjunction, we have continued to identify, introduce and establish relationships with superior candidates that truly distinguish us from other services. As a result, it has become necessary to expand our staff and seek out a new location to accommodate our growth and enable us to continue to provide the level of service our clients have come to expect. I am pleased to announce that as of August 24, 2006 – The Talent Magnet will be moving our headquarters to new state-of-the-art offices located at: 1270 Broadway Suite 507 New York, New York 10001 More information including phone/fax numbers will be emailed and hard copy mailed closer to our move ...

Let me begin by explaining that is entry is not disputing some Cosmo article and has nothing to do with sex... For the past several months, I have had occasion to place many entry level candidates and many people making their first or second job change. In 9 out of 10 conversations; the SIZE of the employer has become a primary focus. New graduates are being counseled by school "Career Counselors", Mom & Dad, friends to seek out a GIANT GLOBAL COMPANY THAT WILL HAVE A FORMAL TRAINING PROGRAM AND MANY LAYERS OF MANAGEMENT AND STRUCTURE. The candidates making their first or second job change are also struggling with this SIZE issue. Candidates coming out of a small to mid-size company are often seeking the resources, opportunity for advancement (and movement within an organization), as well as the structure they assume will be more evident in a larger company. Then there are the folks who have been working for a Fortune 100 company and are looking for the autonomy, greater ...

HOT OPENINGS OFFERED BY THE TALENT MAGNET ASSISTANT MEDIA PLANNERS/BUYERS (various Advertising Media Agencies) - entry level candidates w/ related internships or candidates w/ 6 months - 1 year related experience - to 35K HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGER (Global Media Agency) - 3+ years as a Senior Generalist or HR Manager in Advertising or Media - heavy emphasis on RECRUITMENT - to 80K EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT (Global Consulting Firm) - 3+ years of experience as an Administrative/Executive Assistant - Finance/Consulting/Banking preferred - to 50K DIRECTOR OF CORPORATE EVENTS (Global Beauty Leader) - 5+ years of experience as a Manager or Director of Corporate Events - strong management skills - responsible for budget, securing venues, vendor negotiation, travel, catering, entertainment, etc. - prefer candidates out of BEAUTY, FASHION, PUBLISHING, ENTERTAINMENT & SPORTS - to 110K DIRECTOR OF EMPLOYEE RELATIONS -HR-(Publishing/Online Media Company) - 10 years of leadership experience in HR as a Ma...