Archive for October, 2006

Now it's my turn to put out a call!

It’s looking very much like the company I’m working for will need to grow our team… Are you a designer?  Do you specialize in print, but also know web?  Do you have a kick-ass portfolio full of unique brands?  Do you want to work for a fast-paced, growing company that has highly visible clients?  Are you [...]

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Immersed in media

Today marks the first full week at my new job, and so far, it’s been fantastic!  I must say, it’s a real change for me to go from working in an office full of programmers, to an office with strictly creative-types.  This isn’t a bad change, not at all, but it’s certainly different! With my current project, I’ve [...]

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So, what have I been up to?

The days are just flying by!  I’ve been down to Seattle (and gotten the 3rd degree on both sides of the border), spent many, many hours on the road, had a weekend with my niece, gotten acclimatized to my new office, unpacked new gear, and created a go-forward strategy for my main focus at work right [...]

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Tuesday comes before Wednesday

So, tomorrow’s the big day!  I’m heading into my new office with laptop in tow, ready to get started on my next chapter…  I’m really excited about all this opportunity can be! This afternoon, I had a really nice lunch with my Dad, as we talked about my new job, our upcoming cruise in three [...]

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7 days of unemployment…

…And I now have a new job! I’m very excited to report that I received a great job offer today, and I accepted!  I’m thrilled with the new position, and all the opportunities it provides — And, it’s with a friend, and colleague with whom I’ve worked for a few years on contract.  The new [...]

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Friday the 13th!

And, it sure is! This whole day has felt, well, weird.  It’s hard to put my finger on why, but, now that I’ve realized what day it is, I’ll chalk it up to that! Are you off to celebrate this fine day of mystery and superstition?  I am off to a housewarming party tonight, which [...]

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Objectives on the job hunt

…So much for taking it a bit easy for a week or two while I let the stresses of the past few months subside!  I’ve already been out for job interviews / information sessions on opportunities, and I’ve barely been unemployed for three days.  I am focused on finding a really great fit for me, (and the prospective [...]

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Spotlight on Canadian Bloggers:

The 2006 Canadian Blog Awards are now looking for nominations! If you enjoy my blog, why not go over and nominate me in “Best Local Blog” or the “Best Blog” category?  I figure it’s a great way to find new readers, as well as put a spotlight on some really great bloggers in Canada… I [...]

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