A Mitzvah

Today's Temperature 35 feels, like 25, it’s BRRRR outside.

The Tremont Library hosted a workshop this morning on healthcare and Medicare Part D. There were about 6 or 7 attendees. One particular attendee, Patty, had on a very light-weight jacket, on this very cold day.

At the end of the program, Ms. Burns, another attendee, asked if I knew of any coat giveaways, for Patty.

I had a coat in a bag, which I was, suppose to drop off at a local coat drive.

I went into the office, where that coat has been for almost a year, took it out of the bag, and insisted that Patty take it.

She immediately put the coat on, said thank you, and left.

Jewish people call that a Mitzvah, an act of human kindness.

I’m no saint, but I was glad to be able to help someone in need.

Not Again

The top phrases heard on a daily basis, in the Chldren's room.

• I'm bored
• Miss
• You Suck
• Shhhh
• I don't like reading
• How old are you?
• No teens in the children's room
• Ms. Lyles, Can I borrow:

$2, a pen, a pencil, a library card, etc?

• No hugging
• No kissing
• But I don't have any homework
• Can you do my homework
• No candy, unless you brought some for the librarian.

The Randy Librarian

Just Be Thankful

As Thanksgiving approaches, I am reminded of a few things, for which I am thankful for.

Some obvious and some not so obvious.

• A roof, a bed and a warm place to sleep.
  
• A job to go to everyday.
  
• A checking account
  
• Happy hour
  
• An understanding professor, I lost my flash drive, with my paper which was due a week ago.
  
• The semester is almost over
  
• All of my real teeth.
  
• A friend who does my laundry
  
• That I can help someone in a small way.
  

The Interview Process

5 Tips for Asking Questions During the Interview Process
An interview is a two-way street–you’re evaluating me and my company just like I’m evaluating you. If you don’t ask thoughtful questions, how are you supposed to accomplish this goal?

A few tips to get you thinking:

If you can find it on the Internet, you shouldn’t be asking it. Regardless of whether the position is an unpaid internship or salaried entry-level job, you need to do your homework. I have high expectations of candidates, and so do other hiring managers. Please don’t ask me something you can easily find on your own.

Don’t ask about the typical day. I just hate these questions. First of all, very few positions have a “typical” day. Second, did you read the job description that included the responsibilities? While there will certainly be “other duties as assigned,” most of your tasks will come from that list. This is a wasted question!

Culture rules. As a hiring manager, I need to find a candidate who fits well with my organization’s culture. As a candidate, you should be seeking the same thing. So, ask me how I would describe our culture in three words, how employees typically interact with each other and their supervisors, etc. Show a strong interest in cultural fit.

Micro-manager or hands-off? You’ve already asked about the organization’s culture, but what about my management style? Your relationship to your supervisor is an important one, so don’t forget to ask how you will interact on a regular basis.

Think about the future. What are my organization’s plans for the future as a whole or specific to a certain product/service? A question like this serves several purposes. First, it gives you a glimpse into where our organization is headed. Second, it lets me know you’re thinking long-term–always a good thing!


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