by Alex Funkhouser
I’ve been a career consultant for decades, this is how I use AI to recommend companies for job seekers.
Identifying which companies you hope to work for is one of the biggest hurdles job seekers face.
I know this because I was a search consultant for over 25 years. Now, I have an executive résumé and LinkedIn profile writing practice. And my clients almost always ask questions about how to find future employers.
I advise them to use AI chatbot platforms like ChatGPT, Claude AI, and Perplexity. To help the platforms work their magic, I encourage them to use NAICS codes in their prompts. Here’s how to do this:
The first two digits in a NAICS code identify economic sectors (e.g., 23 for Construction). NAICS has 20 sectors.
The third and fourth digits divide economic sectors into subsectors. Example: 23 becomes 2382 for Building Equipment Contractors, a type of construction company. NAICS has 99 subsectors.
The fifth and sixth digits divide economic subsectors into industries. Example: 2382 becomes 238220 for Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors, a type of building equipment contractor. NAICS has 1,000-plus industries.
What are NAICS codes?
NAICS is the acronym for the North American Industry Classification System. It assigns six-digit codes to companies as follows:
read the complete Fast Company artice BY Donna Svei: https://www.fastcompany.com/91292185/looking-for-your-next-job-use-this-ai-trick-to-make-a-list-of-potential-companies-in-seconds
by SherlockTalent
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Miami GetMyInterns in collaboration with Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS), facilitates connections between students and internship opportunities to provide real-world experience. The Summer Youth Internship Program (SYIP) 2025 is scheduled from July 1 to August 2, 2025.
For Internship Providers:
- Registration: Now open for the 2025 SYIP season.
- Orientation Sessions: Virtual sessions on May 6 and 13, 2025, at 9:00 AM.
- Resources: Guides are available to assist in the registration and hiring process.
For Students:
- Eligibility: Approval required before registering; contact your school’s teacher champion for details.
- Returning Users: Use existing accounts from previous years.
- Login Instructions: Sign in via the CLEVER login or through the student portal.
For Parents:
- Support: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) are available in English, Spanish, and Creole.
- Contact: For inquiries, call the Internship Hotline at 305-693-3005.
Participating companies benefit from enthusiastic, prepared interns and contribute to a more productive workforce. Students gain valuable experience, academic credit, and are covered by accident insurance, ensuring no employer liability. For more information and to register, visit Miami.GetMyInterns.org.
by SherlockTalent
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A Decade Transforming Miami Into A Global Tech Hub
At eMerge, our mission has always been clear: to unite innovators, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders in a dynamic conference and expo that drives transformative change. Since our inception, we’ve been dedicated to fostering collaboration, showcasing groundbreaking technologies, and shaping the future of business. Join us as we continue to redefine possibilities and inspire the next generation of change-makers.
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CloudFest is the #1 internet infrastructure event in the world, connecting the global cloud computing industry: you’ll form the partnerships that help you reach your business goals, and have a great time doing it. We facilitate new partnerships, deep knowledge sharing, and the best parties the industry has ever seen.
by Alex Funkhouser
As progress in gender equity stalls, the message of International Women’s Day is even more urgent. Here’s why supporting women’s advancement is a strategic decision that strengthens businesses.
I have spent my career watching companies make bold declarations about gender equality, only to see those promises fade when tested. Women are often spotlighted in recruitment campaigns but left behind in promotions, appointments, and development opportunities. Policies designed to level the playing field disappear without explanation, replaced with vague references to “merit,” “culture fit,” and the elusive “gravitas.”
Her male colleagues, known for their direct and assertive styles, were praised for their confidence. No one asked them to adjust.
The 2025 U.N. International Women’s Day theme—For ALL women and girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment—is urgent. However, progress in gender equity is not accelerating; it is stalling.
In recent months, executive orders have gutted diversity programs, corporate leaders have distanced themselves from gender equity initiatives, and public figures like Mark Zuckerberg have called for “more masculine energy” in corporate America. These moments reinforce outdated narratives about leadership and limit opportunities for women at every level.
Read the entire Fast Company articel BY Wema Hoover: https://www.fastcompany.com/91293143/invest-in-women-or-prepare-to-fall-behind
by Alex Funkhouser
Kindness often gets bad press, or people might even say there’s no place for kindness at work.
Graham Allcott has written six books, including the global bestseller How to Be a Productivity Ninja. He is the founder of Think Productive and has privately coached prominent international business leaders.
“Kind is about telling people what they need to hear.”
What’s the big idea?
Kindness, empathy, and psychological safety at work are not just fluffy, hippie ideas. They are key drivers of outstanding performance. Kindness is a practice that requires strength, skill, and intentionality. With it, every team can create an environment of abundant wellbeing, innovation, and growth.
Below, Graham shares five key insights from his new book, KIND: The Quiet Power of Kindness at Work. Listen to the audio version—read by Graham himself—in the Next Big Idea App.
Read the complete Fast Company article BY Next Big Idea Club: https://www.fastcompany.com/91281287/kindness-high-performance-at-work
