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I am a fiend…

I am a fiend when it comes to finding a new blog network and going over board, hence, Goingbigger In my last post I sahred about a new network for real estate agents and such. These people are mostly under the impression they can you ActiveRain to get referrals from other agents and s***. MUHAHAHAH…let them…

 

I am using to for advertising, seems like a bigger and broader approach to me Maybe they don’t understand the full value of what this network is going to become. To me, the big picture, Goingbigger, sees the whole process and why I am so eager to be on the top. So far my stats are as follows:

 

#1 in Marysville (my city)

#3 in Snohomish County (my county )

#12 in Washington (my state)

#108 in the Network (currently at 2314)

 

This a brand new company which was started about 5 miles from my appartment, in Bellevue. I am like Schweet…I am in like flin…hahahah maybe, maybe not.

 

But what I have found is hard work is rewarded. And you are awarded advertising positions…I love positions

 

Especially when there with a §§§mokin hottie!! Ah yea, §§§§mokin HOTTIES RULE!!

 

Chicks are cool…

The past week…

The past week I have been workin on my new networking website. It is called ActiveRain and it is similiar to MSN Spaces and MySpace but instead of being a social networking site it is a business referral network. My profile is pretty well setup with a blog, links but with no photo albumn. It seems that their isnt one so I recommended one heheeh

 

Most of the construction in top notch and the system works really smoothly but the difference is they way agents get featured. Active Rain’s setup is based on paoints which are earned through blogging, updating profile, adding contact info and making comments on blogs.

 

It is addicting sort of like Spaces and MySpace. I am sure I will be heading back there to try and get some more points today. It is important for our business that we get as many points as possible in these earlier phases, ActiveRain just started. So far I am number 1 in our city, iim the only in it #3 in the County and #13 in the state and then #135 in the network. The poeple that got in early have 10-40k points and are in the featured positions. But if it was easy everyone might do it

 

Anyhoo I am outta here…

 

Toby

It’s My Birthday!!

28 is finally here!!

 

I am taking a quick break from work to post this blog. In these last 28 years I have learned a few things

 

1. Money doesn’t grow on trees

2. Life goes on

3. I can’t drink beer like I used too

4. No presents when your 28

5. Money still doesn’t grow on trees

6. Work stacks up when I slack

7. And some other s*** I forgot.

 

So I guess I should tell ya little about me. Well I was born in Nurnburg, Germany when my Dad was in the Army. I only lived a very short time and cannot remember anything but it still cool to be born so far away. I have lived in Idaho and Washington but most of my life has been spent in Marysville, Washington.

 

It is small town, in which I currently work (not live), that is most a residential housing community. It is pretty boring if your a young adult but it is very nice if you are looking to start a family.

 

I like sports but only play a few and working out has always been fun for me. I have no clue what else to talk about so I guess that is it for me…I better get back to work Peace out and have a great day!!

this is what i feel like

Guest Blogger Information Page

This is a work in progress and should be ready to go before summer.

 

But in short i am looking for sport writers that would like to get published. If you are interested please contact Toby at goingbigger@hotmail.com.

 

Hope to hear from you soon!!

 

Toby Barnett

Being sicks blows…

Being sicks blows and has taken me to lay around all day and try and think. Thinking isn’t the easist thing when your not feeling good. As luck would have it I am supposed to go out with a friend tomorrow night.

 

Current Status: cloudy head, sinuses hurt, ears don’t feel good and it seems my head is expanding.

 

Needless to say I feel like a garbage can and how do you think I know what a garbage can feels like? I have an older brother and when brothers are bigger they tell to stick their younger brother in odd places as a fun after school activity.

 

Let’s see I tried to work on my real estate course but found it i was retaining anything. Then I tried to continue to balance BARE’s books. Yea good luck with that…that program is way smarter than I right now. Now I am attempting to post.

 

Hopefully I feel better tomorrow so I can go out and dance. I so need to work on the skills they are beyond rusty more than antique. I have to oil my joints before I do that or maybe I just need to go with a girl that can help me out. Good thing "C" is a hella good dancer.

 

So far I have never seen anyone dance like her before. I’m is like dreams come true. Smokin hot, Yea buddy!!

 

Ah it hurts to all amped up. Stop the madness. I was to sleep better tonight than lasts. Hella tired and rolling around trying to fall asleep.

 

Once there I did have a skiing dream. That was pretty sweet!! I’ll get my turns any whay I can hehe

 

Well off to try and think,

 

peace out

Interviewers look at more than a resume.

Results:

1. It’s commonly estimated that what percentage of jobs are filled by word of mouth. Is it …

Wrong, Your Answer: d
Correct Answer: c, Over two-thirds
It’s been estimated that between 70 and 80 percent of all jobs are filled by people who learned of them through word of mouth. This illustrates the importance of networking.

2. According to a poll of executives, how do hiring managers prefer a candidate’s resume to be organized?

Wrong, Your Answer: a
Correct Answer: b, Chronological (organized by date of previous work experience)
A recent survey by Robert Half International (RHI) revealed that an overwhelming majority of executives – 78 percent – prefer chronological resumes over those presented by job function.

3. Which of the following is a breach of interview etiquette?

Wrong, Your Answer: a
Correct Answer: b, Taking a seat before the interviewer has offered you one
It may seem old-fashioned, but the rules of etiquette mandate that you wait for the hiring manager to offer you a seat. However, if no seat is offered, you should go ahead and take one after the person you’re meeting with is seated.

4. According to a recent survey, what percentage of executives consider the advice of their administrative assistants to be important when making hiring decisions?

Correct, Your Answer: a, Over 90 percent
An RHI poll showed that 91 percent of executives consider their assistants’ opinions important when making hiring decisions – up from 60 percent five years ago. This means it’s essential to be professional and friendly with everyone you encounter when interviewing.

5. How many interviews can most employees expect to go through before they are offered a job?

Wrong, Your Answer: a
Correct Answer: b, Two or three
Research shows that 44 percent of job seekers can expect three interviews before a job offer is extended; 34 percent will participate in two interviews.

6. Executives believe approximately what percentage of job seekers lie on their resumes?

Correct, Your Answer: d, One-third
Executives surveyed said they believe 30 percent of job candidates lie or intentionally omit significant information on their resumes. Don’t bend the truth when interacting with employers; honesty is always the best policy.

7. An interviewer is somewhat less likely to hire the person he or she interviewed:

Correct, Your Answer: a, First
Research reveals that the candidate interviewed first is somewhat less likely to be hired than those interviewed later, probably because the interviewer either cannot recall that person in detail or they feel they should not hire the first person they met.

8. Executives were asked for the quality in job seekers – apart from ability – that impressed them most during an interview. Three responses each received about 30 percent of the vote. They were:

Correct, Your Answer: c, Honesty, enthusiasm, verbal skills
Honesty received the most responses, garnering 32 percent of the vote. Enthusiasm ranked second, receiving 29 percent, and verbal skills ranked third with 28 percent.

9. Assuming all the other candidates have resumes as impressive as yours, which of the following factors will likely give you an edge?

Correct, Your Answer: a, Knowing more about the firm than any other candidate so you can discuss how your skills meet their needs
You’ll stand out from the competition if you can make a convincing argument as to why you and a particular company are a perfect match. An eloquent thank-you note and follow-up correspondence are good ideas as well, though.

10. All but one of the following are responses actual job candidates gave when asked why they should be hired. Which one is the fake?

Correct, Your Answer: c, “I like the candy you stock in your vending machines.”
One last piece of job-hunting advice: Be prepared to give a compelling response when asked why you should be hired. The best response will concisely, yet persuasively, describe how your skills match the company’s needs – not your penchant for Snickers bars.

 

See the orginal survey here.