Loren Porat
Lauren is an enthusiastic executive with experience in both big firms and startups. Her main focus as co-founder of Urban Interns is on product and finance.
Prior to starting Urban Interns, Lauren spent 8 years at IAC in various strategy and finance roles. Most recently, as VP of Strategic Planning, she was responsible for best practice sharing, marketing and product development opportunities across IAC's multiple business units. She spent 3.5 years in Investor Relations, learning the ins and outs of the public investment community. Prior to that, she did M&A, helping IAC grow from what was at the time USA Networks to a true diversified internet company by acquiring companies such as Expedia. IAC, while a huge company, was where Lauren got the startup bug, as sitting in the corporate office she worked hands on every day with amazing entrepreneurs.
Before IAC, Lauren worked at Oaktree Capital Management doing private equity. She started her career at Merrill Lynch in the media investment banking group, focusing mainly on M&A but also working on high profile public deals like the Fox Entertainment Group's IPO.
Lauren lives in Larchmont, NY with her husband Sam and 2 young boys.
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Prior to starting Urban Interns, Lauren spent 8 years at IAC in various strategy and finance roles. Most recently, as VP of Strategic Planning, she was responsible for best practice sharing, marketing and product development opportunities across IAC's multiple business units. She spent 3.5 years in Investor Relations, learning the ins and outs of the public investment community. Prior to that, she did M&A, helping IAC grow from what was at the time USA Networks to a true diversified internet company by acquiring companies such as Expedia. IAC, while a huge company, was where Lauren got the startup bug, as sitting in the corporate office she worked hands on every day with amazing entrepreneurs.
Before IAC, Lauren worked at Oaktree Capital Management doing private equity. She started her career at Merrill Lynch in the media investment banking group, focusing mainly on M&A but also working on high profile public deals like the Fox Entertainment Group's IPO.
Lauren lives in Larchmont, NY with her husband Sam and 2 young boys.
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Do Not Leave Your Summer Internship Without Doing This!As your summer internship wraps up, job seekers will start their job search again. A loose ends to tie up at your current internship can help you land another or a full-time job. -
The Stock Market and HiringAs the stock market swings up and down at a dizzying rate, the job market feels the effects. Here's what some job creators and job seekers feel about the subject. -
Five Things to Do Before You Head Back to SchoolHeading back to school after a fun and exciting summer can be a bummer. But there are a few easy things to do to make yourself feel better for when you get back on campus this fall.
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Top Five Things to Do Before the End of SummerPreparing for the fall isn't just for college students. As a career professional, it's just as important to get your life in order to have a productive autumn.
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A Mid-Summer Reminder: Have Fun on Your Internship!Internships are just about career development and getting great experience. They're also about having fun and making an impact.
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Virtual Work is Here to StayHiring virtual employees is not a new phenomenon, but is growing by leaps and bounds. Hiring a virtual intern can have plenty of benefits to your business and its bottom line. Here are some reasons why hiring a virtual intern might work for you.
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Co-Working Spaces in New York CityCo-working can organize your professional life & make your business more productive. Here are a few great places for New York City small businesses and entrepreneurs interested in co-working.
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What If Your Intern Blogs?Blogging is a popular form of expression for younger generations of professional workers, especially interns. But having an intern blog shouldn't be a headache for employers, as long as guidelines are set early on during employment.
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Revamping Your Online ImageIn today's cyber world, everyone has an online image. But what does your online image say about you? Does it need to be revamped?
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How to Improve Your Intern EtiquetteGwyneth Paltrow's website/email newsletter dishes out advice on how to be a good houseguest. This article translates that advice on how to become a more polite intern.
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Should Interns Blog?An intern is an employee of a business, so should they be allowed to blog about their job? Urban Interns weighs the pro and cons and offers its advice on the subject.
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A Look into Co-Working HotbedsIf you find yourself as a team f one or a few and want to get out of the home office, head to a co-working space. Co-working spaces are collaborative offices where you can grab a desk or cubicle to get that office feel for your small business.
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Day One on a New JobThe first day on any job can seem daunting. But whether you're an intern or a veteran professional, everyone can use some advice to get past the day one jitters.
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Do You Need to Hire an Intern During Summer Slowdown?Even the smallest businesses can hire interns for the summer. Here are some tips if you need to convince yourself a summer intern is the right hire for you and your business.
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The Summer Interns City Guide to Dallas and PhiladelphiaDo you have an internship this summer in a city you're not familiar with? If you're in Dallas or Philadelphia then you're in luck as this article outlines the must-do activities during your downtime.
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How to Help Your Summer Intern Find a JobThe employer and summer intern should have the same employment expectations during the summer internship period. Here are some tips to get everyone on the same page and make the summer internship a more fulfilling experience.
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Where to Find Co-Working Spaces in ChicagoIf you're a team one and want to get out of the home office, head to a co-working space. Co-working spaces are collaborative offices where you can grab a desk or cubicle to get that office feel for your small business.
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City Guides for Summer InternsDo you have an internship in a city you're not familiar with? If you're in Houston, Miami or San Diego then you're in luck as this article outlines the must-do activities during your downtime.
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Finding Co-Working Spaces in BostonCo-working can organize your professional life & make your business more productive. Here are a few great places for Boston startups interested in co-working.
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Entrepreneurship and DreamsIf you want to be an entrepreneur or run a small business, using internships to gain valuable experience & gain mentors is an import step on any career path.
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Finding Co-Working Spaces in BostonCo-working can organize your professional life & make your business more productive. Here are a few great places for Boston startups interested in co-working.
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Summer Housing for Summer Internships in Austin & SeattleSummer housing for a summer internship can be a daunting task to line up. This blog provides a list of summer housing options for Austin, TX and Seattle, WA.
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Gearing Up for a Successful Summer Intern Program: Evaluating Your Professional NeedsSummer internship season is upon us, but before hiring your summer intern you should consider what you envision for this internship position. Planning out a successfully internship is just important for the employer as it is for the intern.
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City Guide: Summer Activities to Supplement Your Summer InternshipDo you have an internship in a city you're not familiar with? If you're in Atlanta, Austin or Boston then you're in luck as this article outlines the must-do activities during your downtime.
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Today's Intern is Tomorrow's Star HireAn increasing number of companies are increasing the number of full-time hires from their internship programs. The benefits are plentiful and could help grow your business more quickly and efficiently -
Finding Co-Working Spaces for Your BusinessCo-working is the current big craze in the entrepreneurship world. This article offers advice on where to find co-working spaces in the hotbed cities of Atlanta, Austin and San Francisco.
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Co-Working: When a Virtual Team Isn't for YouIf you're a team one and want to get out of the home office, head to a co-working space. Co-working spaces are collaborative offices where you can grab a desk or cubicle to get that office feel for your small business.
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Summer Housing for Summer InternshipsLooking for summer housing to go along with your summer internship? Here's a list of options if your summer internships find you Boston, Chicago, Philadelphia or Washington, D.C.
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Tips for Finding Housing During Your Summer Internship in NYCDoing your summer internship in New York City next month? Here are some tips to find affordable housing in the city that never sleeps.
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5 Things to Know About Hiring an Intern This SummerSummer is right around the corner and now is the time to set-up your summer internship program. Don't worry, it's not too late if you haven't gotten started yet and here are some tips to get it done.
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How to Land an Internship in a Big City You Don't Live InLanding an internship in a city where you do not live can be tough. This article has some tips to make that transition easier.
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How to Make a Virtual Intern Feel like Part of the TeamHaving a virtual intern as part of your team can have many great benefits. But employers should keep in mind a few tips to make sure this work relationship stays afloat.
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The Startup Culture: Getting the GigAre you a job seeker looking for an internship or job with a start-up company? This article provides tips for maximizing your chances of acing your next interview.
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Want Us to Write Your Job Post for You?Writing a good job post for an open summer internship or part-time job can be challenging, so Urban Interns as provided a free sample description. -
How to Make Your Resume the Best One Page You've Ever WrittenWhen you're a job seeker, a resume is the most important article that you'll write. Here are some tips to make your resume stand out to hiring managers.
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Juggling More Than One InternshipYoung job seekers are looking for more ways to standout as a job candidate. A new trend is tackling more then one internship. We have some tips to handle it.
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Finding the Best Internship for YouInternships are not only a great way to gain real-world work experience, but could help you determine what type of career path you want to take. Internships are an important step in any career path.
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Looking for a Job? Tips for Finding the Right EmployersEmployers want to find the perfect employee when hiring. But job seekers should also try to find the right employer to work for.
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Our 10-Step Plan for Landing a Summer InternshipThis article is everything an intern needs to know to land an internship this summer. How to write a cover letter, find internships, and apply for a summer internship.
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Looking for the Best JobNew and young job seekers want to find the best job or career opportunity. How job seekers conduct their search for internships, part-time jobs or full-time employment is crucial to landing the best career opportunity.
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Should You Look at SAT Scores when Hiring an Intern?When hiring interns, experience employers have lists of requirements to weed through all the candidates. Here's a list of pros and cons about using SAT scores that employers should take a look at before they hire their next summer intern.
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Find the Right Interns for Your BusinessHiring an intern is not as easy or direct as some might think. Finding the right fit for your business and position is not a layup, but with a little bit of guidance, it can be successfully accomplished.
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What to Ask when You're in the Interviewer's SeatIf you ever get a chance to ask a question to a hiring manager at a job interview, make it count. Here's some tips for acing your next job interview.
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What NOT to Ask at Your Job InterviewOn your next job or internship interview, you might be asked if you have any questions. Here's our advice on what questions to avoid when responding.
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Finding an Intern that Matches Your Job DescriptionAfter posting your internship on Urban Interns, you start reviewing resumes of interns. How close should you stick to the job description? Here's some tips.
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Three Things You Can Learn from Your Summer InternThinking about hiring a summer intern? Adding job seekers from Gen Y can be beneficial to your team with a fresh perspective and knowledge of social media.
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Making the Perfect PitchPosting a resume isn't enough. In order to snag a great summer internship, you have to do everything you can to make yourself stand out as a job candidate.
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Get Hired as a Social Media InternAre you searching for a social media internship? If you love being online and engaged, you can turn passion into an internship or part-time job.
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Tips for Writing a Cover Letter[ Writing an internship cover letter can be a daunting task & they remain a significant element of the job application process. Here are some tips for your job search.
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How to Find a Social Media Intern with the All the Right StuffDo you need a social media intern? Afraid of hiring the wrong person for the job? We have tips and advice for hiring the right person for the internship.
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Should You Ask a Summer Intern for a Trial Run?There's a new trend of hiring interns for a trial run before offering a full-time gig, but is this more trouble than it's worth? Here's some pros & cons.
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Proper Attire: To Suit or Not to Suit? that is the QuestionAfter applying for Internships, you now have an interview. But what do you wear? Always a suit or can you go more relaxed? Here's some tips for job seekers
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5 Tips for Becoming a Star InternBecoming an intern provides you with a lot of opportunities -- the opportunity to learn, to get paid or receive credit, to learn new skills, network and make professional contacts.
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3 Tips for Landing a Summer InternshipIt's time to start searching for a summer internship. Here's three tips to ensure a ROI on your search for your dream internship job
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Top Five Tips for Outsourcing Your YouTube Account to Your InternUsing YouTube could pay off big time for your business. Industry experts agree that search engines love video, which could result in higher Google rankings.
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Looking to Fill a Job or Looking for a Pipeline of Good People?This '˜pipeline' approach to recruiting is a great one '" and by the way, it's exactly what large corporations do... Here are a few tips on the approach.
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Boomers These Days '" Tips for Working with Older GenerationsHere are our top tips for taking the first steps to defy negative Millennial stereotypes and to better connect with the Boomer Generation in the office.
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Internship Lessons from Gossip GirlEven though the hit TV show Gossip Girl is a drama, there are lessons to be learned for how to handle a internship. Here's some tips based on the storyline.
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Navigating Your Exit '" Keeping a Short-Term Gig ShortIf you're an intern, part-time or freelance worker, chances are your job is not permanent. Here's some tips on how make the best out of your exit.
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Aspiring Writers '" How to Make Money as a Freelance WriterThere's a great need from businesses for freelance writers. Businesses need assistance for blogs, social media, and more. Here's how to break into the industry.
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Why You Need a Great Copywriter on Your TeamCopywriting might sound easy, but if you do not know what you're doing it can be challenging. Hiring a copywriter can help your business in a number of ways.
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The Virtual Intern ToolkitThere are numerous ways to keep connected with your virtual intern or team. This blog post offers some best practices and technology tips to clear this hurdle.
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Tools You Should Use to Be More Effective as a Virtual InternVirtual Internships have a lot of advantages, but here are some tips and advice to make your work standout and so you can be a more effective employee.
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Get Ready Now for Your First Summer InternIf you've never had a summer intern before, there's no need to be intimidated. Summer internships aren't just for big companies with brown bag lunches and departmental rotations. Here's some advice for Hiring Summer Internships
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How an Urban Intern Can Get You LinkedInEvery business owner should be actively networking. Re-create and grow your network online with the help of an Urban Intern. Here's are a few tips on how an Urban Intern can help expand your influence on LinkedIn:
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What You Can Do This Winter to Prepare for a Summer InternshipIt's winter, but it's hard not to fantasize about summer and the fabulous opportunities that await as the weather warms! Here's how you can beat the winter slump and start getting ready for your best summer yet.
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Be Proactive in Your Job Search '" and Get Results!If you're simply posting your resume on job sites and expecting to be contacted with the opportunity of your dreams, don't hold your breath. Waiting for employers to find you is a waste of time. Find out how to take control of your job search.
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The Start-up Scene in Washington D.C., Chicago, Austin and SeattleFind out what's happening in the world of Startups!
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The Employer Report: Seeking Part-Time Help with ExperienceCollege students are not the only ones looking for part-time jobs. The Labor Department released data on Friday showing unemployment is at it's highest rate since 1993.
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The Employer Report: Virtual Internships '" an UpdateA few weeks ago we highlighted for you a WSJ Article on virtual internships. Since then, we have seen many employers turning to Urban Interns for virtual help to fill a variety of virtual needs. Some examples:
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The Employer Report: Part Three in Our Series on Virtual Internships '" Managing a Virtual InternIn this issue of the Urban Interns Employer Report '" a free resource to help you grow your business by leveraging part-time staff and interns '" we will address the third and final topic in our series on virtual internships.
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Now What?You found a great Urban Intern '" - someone who's skilled, talented, available when you need them. You can finally cross '˜hiring' off of your to-do list, right
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More on the Changing Way of Work: LooI had the great pleasure of meeting with Campbell McKellar of LooseCubes last week. For those of you who haven't checked it out yet, we are huge fans of this business.
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Q & a with Scott Gerber on Building a Virtual TeamYou've heard us talk at length about the benefits of hiring virtual interns, freelancers and part-timers. We're not the only ones who think this is a model that makes sense for a growing company.
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2010 Holiday Jobs and Employment TrendsYear-end can mean a lot of things for businesses. For some, it's a chance to tie up loose ends from the year before and set the strategy for the year ahead -
From Freelance to Full-timeTurning an internship or freelance position into a full-time opportunity can be a challenge '" especially in an economy where you're competing with a highly talented competition for a few choice positions.
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Musings on the State of the InternMedia commentary on the internship environment continues. Some folks are actually paying their way into high profile internships. Even Lady Gaga wants to intern, so you know the competition is fierce.
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Holiday Hires for NonretailersHere are some ways we think business owners should be hiring up during the holidays: Social media interns
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Tweet for MeMaybe you're already tweeting like crazy. Or maybe you think the concept of Twitter is crazy. Ether way, you know that 100 million plus Twitter users can't be wrong, and now you want an Urban Intern's help with managing your tweets.
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The Value is in the NicheWorking for a small business or startup typically means getting focused '" and that's a good thing!
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Want to Be Your Own Boss? First Step: Intern with an EntrepreneurIf you're planning to BYOB (be your own boss) one day, one of the best ways to begin your journey is to work alongside a current business-owner.
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Applying for and Managing Seasonal OpportunitiesIt might not seem like it, but now is actually the right time to be looking for an applying to seasonal opportunities.
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Unpaid Internships: Free Markets Rule or Employers, Get RealLast week, on the heels of an important article in the NY Times about unpaid internships, we wrote a blog post that tackled some of the meaty issues surrounding this trend.
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The Info to Know on Independent ContractorsDo you have independent contractors working for you? If you're a small business, the answer is probably yes. And therefore, you probably already know that the classification of a worker as an independent contractor or an employee is dicey business.
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It Matters How You MarketFact: How you write your job description can directly impact the number of responses you receive. Don't believe us? Try it yourself.
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Insider Tips for Finding a Great FreelancerHiring a freelancer for the first time is a big step for your business. You probably have a big project on deck, perhaps even something that's mission critical, and you're bringing someone on to get it DONE!
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Want to Be Your Own Boss? First Step: Intern with an EntrepreneurIf you're planning to BYOB (be your own boss) one day, one of the best ways to begin your journey is to work alongside a current business-owner. Here are the top 10 reasons why this kind of internship may be exactly what you're looking for this fall.
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How to Ask Tough Interview QuestionsInterviewing is a skill. Some of us may bend over backwards trying to make our interviewees comfortable, that we forget to ask the tough questions.
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Lindsey Pollak TestimonialWe were thrilled to hear that one of our favorite people and career experts, Lindsey Pollak, found an awesome Urban Intern to help with the upcoming re-release of her book, Getting from College to Career.
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More on the Changing Way of Work: LooseCubesI had the great pleasure of meeting with Campbell McKellar of LooseCubes last week. For those of you who haven't checked it out yet, we are huge fans of this business.
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4 Ways to Channel Your Inner EuropeanIt's a funny thing about leaving the concrete jungle for a spectacular international journey.
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The Future of Getting, Doing and Losing JobsOne big take-away for us is the idea that virtual work will continue to become more commonplace from the big corporations to the smaller companies.
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Are You Smart?Interesting question, and one, according to Kevin O'Connor, chief executive of FindTheBest.com, and former C.E.O. of DoubleClick,
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Are You a Bottleneck?Ever hire someone (a consultant, a vendor) only to find that there's WAY too much project management invovled in doing the work?
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Do You Need Help with Social Media?As a business owner today, you're inundated with information about all the social media tools out there.
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How to Develop Your Personal PitchYou made it past the online screen '" check. Now you're about to be interviewed in person. So all the careful work you've done up to this point to present yourself so carefully on paper and online '" crafting a beautifully formatted resume
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4 Sure-fire Strategies for a Successful Internship at a StartupCongrats! You've just landed an internship with a growing company. While you look forward to your first day, you know that your daily grind will be different from your friends' stints at Fortune 500 companies.
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From DailyWorth.Com: Create Other Income StreamsWe found this great post by one of our advertisers, DailyWorth, and thought it worth sharing. Enjoy! If you like this, click here for more.
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Social Media Tip: Find an Urban Intern to Help Build Your BlogDo you have a blog on your website? If you're at all focused on social media marketing, you probably do. A blog with thoughtful content is a great way to build your brand and have an interactive dialogue with your business community.
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3 Tips for Avoiding Year End Chaos (And You Know It's Coming)It happens every year around this time: inevitable "craziness" among your business operations. We're talking about hectic holiday orders, budgetary breakdowns, and elaborate events that come with the closing of another year.
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How to Be a Good Social Media Intern (Without Even Trying!)It's a fact: business owners need help with social media. Companies are finding that social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter and You Tube are proving to be a cost-effective way for businesses to advertise, acquire customers, and generate sales.