Pay It Forward TODAY

Pay It Forward TODAY We all have opportunities to develop relationships. We actively think about some people that we want a stronger relationship with, while there are others that are kind of on the back burner. Today I challenge you to do something that you werent planning on doing for someone that you werent really thinking of. Today is the day think of who is on the back burner, and start up the relationship again. Here are some ideas: Send an e-mail. Sounds whimpy but its easy, and effective. I got an e-mail from a HUGE industry leader that was supposed to get with me, and in the subject line he had {disarmed} in essense saying Im sorry! I goofed! Lets start over! What a great way to get back in touch. Pick up the phone. Chat. If its 5 minutes thats fine. If its longer thats great! And figure out some way to follow up regularly! Dont know how to start? Say this: Hey John, this is Jason Alba, do you have a few minutes? Cool hey, I was just thinking about you and thought Id give you a call to see how things are going? and let the conversation go from there. Write, with a pen (not a keyboard :p), a card. Its a lost practice and will have a huge impact. Invite this person to lunch TODAY. Even if they cant lunch today, you can invite them and set a date. Send a magazine, article or book, with a message like Hey, I came across this and immediately thought of you. I know you are busy but figured you would like to get your hands on this. This is a very thoughtful gesture that shows you care about their interests. heres a novel idea pass on a job lead. Even if they are already employed, or retired they might know someone that the job is for. And you never know how many of your employed friends are getting that itch to move on. Everyone should be interviewing at least once a year (in my opinion) to keep fresh, stay up on whats out there, etc. And if the lead is not relevent to them, they could pass it on, and thus have an opportunity to strengthen their network! To help you, here are two great job leads that you can pass on. If you are in Salt Lake City it applies directly to you. If you are outside of Utah then you can still pass this on you might know someone that has always wanted to work at eBay or someone that knows someone in Utah, etc. These are real positions (Id like to say they arent posted anywhere, the truth is, I dont know, but I did get word of them from an insider). If you have any interest in these jobs please contact John directly at Yrungaray@gmail.com. If you know anyone looking for an Account Management or Project Management position, eBay is hiring (these are specifically in Salt Lake City, as far as I know). Send them my email address (Yrungaray@gmail.com) and I can help them get to the right people to talk to. Some info on the Account Manager: ACCOUNT MANAGER Primary Job Responsibilities: An eBay Account Manager partners with eBays Top Sellers to increase sales within the eBay Marketplace. In this role you will manage and develop a portfolio of accounts to drive increased sales and cross-selling opportunities within eBay. Specific Duties: Sustain performance within a portfolio of core accounts while increasing sales and developing strategies for account relationships. Optimize member experience delivering best in class account services. Surpass customer satisfaction expectations against all key metrics measurements. Ensure client performance is meeting/exceeding expectations. Communicate any challenges with management and team. Review key account activity, performance and opportunities for improvement. Liaise with relevant departments and senior executives within eBay to adequately represent accounts and to ensure effective account management. Create and promote product awareness/income potential and internal cross-selling opportunities. Monitor individual accounts to ensure compliance with all eBay site policies. Job Requirements: 2+ years experience as an Account Manager or 3+ years in a sales and marketing capacity. Experience with CRM and sales management tools. E-commerce experience strongly preferred. Experience buying and selling on eBay, preferably within an industry category i.e., internet jewelry, technology, collectibles, etc. Highly effective verbal and written communication skills as well as excellent presentation skills. Willing to travel to meet accounts as needed. Our Investment in Our New Hires: Competitive salary Quarterly bonus potential Restricted stock grants Paid Time Off -16 days accrues in your first year Holiday Pay 11 holiday days in 2007 Sabbatical Program – After five years of service you are eligible for 4 consecutive weeks of time off with pay Medical, Dental and Vision benefits available – DAY 1! Company matched 401(k) savings plan -contributions are 100% vested immediately Educational Assistance available – eBay can reimburse up to $5,250 per year for pre-approved courses On-site Fitness Center Pet insurance Adoption Assistance eBay provides up to $5,000 per adoption Employee Stock Purchase Plan – you may elect to contribute up to 10% of your total comp to purchase shares of eBay stock at a discount There you go if you can pass it on then do it. If you cant, find a way to reach out to someone TODAY. Pay It Forward TODAY We all have opportunities to develop relationships. We actively think about some people that we want a stronger relationship with, while there are others that are kind of on the back burner. Today I challenge you to do something that you werent planning on doing for someone that you werent really thinking of. Today is the day think of who is on the back burner, and start up the relationship again. Here are some ideas: Send an e-mail. Sounds whimpy but its easy, and effective. I got an e-mail from a HUGE industry leader that was supposed to get with me, and in the subject line he had {disarmed} in essense saying Im sorry! I goofed! Lets start over! What a great way to get back in touch. Pick up the phone. Chat. If its 5 minutes thats fine. If its longer thats great! And figure out some way to follow up regularly! Dont know how to start? Say this: Hey John, this is Jason Alba, do you have a few minutes? Cool hey, I was just thinking about you and thought Id give you a call to see how things are going? and let the conversation go from there. Write, with a pen (not a keyboard :p), a card. Its a lost practice and will have a huge impact. Invite this person to lunch TODAY. Even if they cant lunch today, you can invite them and set a date. Send a magazine, article or book, with a message like Hey, I came across this and immediately thought of you. I know you are busy but figured you would like to get your hands on this. This is a very thoughtful gesture that shows you care about their interests. heres a novel idea pass on a job lead. Even if they are already employed, or retired they might know someone that the job is for. And you never know how many of your employed friends are getting that itch to move on. Everyone should be interviewing at least once a year (in my opinion) to keep fresh, stay up on whats out there, etc. And if the lead is not relevent to them, they could pass it on, and thus have an opportunity to strengthen their network! To help you, here are two great job leads that you can pass on. If you are in Salt Lake City it applies directly to you. If you are outside of Utah then you can still pass this on you might know someone that has always wanted to work at eBay or someone that knows someone in Utah, etc. These are real positions (Id like to say they arent posted anywhere, the truth is, I dont know, but I did get word of them from an insider). If you have any interest in these jobs please contact John directly at Yrungaray@gmail.com. If you know anyone looking for an Account Management or Project Management position, eBay is hiring (these are specifically in Salt Lake City, as far as I know). Send them my email address (Yrungaray@gmail.com) and I can help them get to the right people to talk to. Some info on the Account Manager: ACCOUNT MANAGER Primary Job Responsibilities: An eBay Account Manager partners with eBays Top Sellers to increase sales within the eBay Marketplace. In this role you will manage and develop a portfolio of accounts to drive increased sales and cross-selling opportunities within eBay. Specific Duties: Sustain performance within a portfolio of core accounts while increasing sales and developing strategies for account relationships. Optimize member experience delivering best in class account services. Surpass customer satisfaction expectations against all key metrics measurements. Ensure client performance is meeting/exceeding expectations. Communicate any challenges with management and team. Review key account activity, performance and opportunities for improvement. Liaise with relevant departments and senior executives within eBay to adequately represent accounts and to ensure effective account management. Create and promote product awareness/income potential and internal cross-selling opportunities. Monitor individual accounts to ensure compliance with all eBay site policies. Job Requirements: 2+ years experience as an Account Manager or 3+ years in a sales and marketing capacity. Experience with CRM and sales management tools. E-commerce experience strongly preferred. Experience buying and selling on eBay, preferably within an industry category i.e., internet jewelry, technology, collectibles, etc. Highly effective verbal and written communication skills as well as excellent presentation skills. Willing to travel to meet accounts as needed. Our Investment in Our New Hires: Competitive salary Quarterly bonus potential Restricted stock grants Paid Time Off -16 days accrues in your first year Holiday Pay 11 holiday days in 2007 Sabbatical Program – After five years of service you are eligible for 4 consecutive weeks of time off with pay Medical, Dental and Vision benefits available – DAY 1! Company matched 401(k) savings plan -contributions are 100% vested immediately Educational Assistance available – eBay can reimburse up to $5,250 per year for pre-approved courses On-site Fitness Center Pet insurance Adoption Assistance eBay provides up to $5,000 per adoption Employee Stock Purchase Plan – you may elect to contribute up to 10% of your total comp to purchase shares of eBay stock at a discount There you go if you can pass it on then do it. If you cant, find a way to reach out to someone TODAY.