http://www.jobster.com/at/person/show/3065821?hbxcmp=feed&hbxsrc=rss_user_answers http://www.jobster.com/at/assets/images/jobster/logos/rss_logo.gif http://www.jobster.com/at/person/show/3065821?hbxcmp=feed&hbxsrc=rss_user_answers Wed, 29 Aug 2007 15:24:42 GMT Most recently updated answers by Neil Anderson http://www.jobster.com/at/answer/view/281520?answer_class=AnswerBase Earning the trust and respect of a new community that culturally was closed to "outsiders". Being fresh out of college, I think I expected acceptance of my abilities to be automatic. It was not. Also, everyday was different at the YMCA. I really has to learn to adapt to different scenarios and community needs and adjust my plans to meet those needs. While this was a challenge, it was also my biggest joy. While with the YMCA, I did a little of everything. Ask me what my claim to fame there was? Wed, 29 Aug 2007 15:24:42 GMT http://www.jobster.com/at/answer/view/281520?answer_class=AnswerBase http://www.jobster.com/at/answer/view/281510?answer_class=AnswerBase The opportunity to utilize my skills with the public while raising significant money for worthy organizations and causes. Wed, 29 Aug 2007 15:19:26 GMT http://www.jobster.com/at/answer/view/281510?answer_class=AnswerBase http://www.jobster.com/at/answer/view/281507?answer_class=AnswerBase (1) Working hand in hand with a very talented and inspiring group of young people. (2) Learning first hand about advocacy and what it takes to produce results within a highly charged political climate. (3) Working in a higher education environment, CLIA was started at and supported by the University of Maryland School of Law. I had the opportunity to work with a team of very bright and talented people who are true difference makers. Wed, 29 Aug 2007 15:17:30 GMT http://www.jobster.com/at/answer/view/281507?answer_class=AnswerBase http://www.jobster.com/at/answer/view/281487?answer_class=AnswerBase Living foot to mouth while building a book of business. Pure commission sales is not for the weak of heart. Wed, 29 Aug 2007 15:12:36 GMT http://www.jobster.com/at/answer/view/281487?answer_class=AnswerBase http://www.jobster.com/at/answer/view/281484?answer_class=AnswerBase Aside from a license to sell health and life insurance, there is none. They offer opportunity for anyone willing to get their feet wet by drawing new business. Wed, 29 Aug 2007 15:11:42 GMT http://www.jobster.com/at/answer/view/281484?answer_class=AnswerBase http://www.jobster.com/at/answer/view/281477?answer_class=AnswerBase I have learned the value a quality sign offers to businesses in increasing their exposure. High end visible signage positively impacts any businesses' marketing efforts and can positively affect their traffic. Wed, 29 Aug 2007 15:10:01 GMT http://www.jobster.com/at/answer/view/281477?answer_class=AnswerBase http://www.jobster.com/at/answer/view/281470?answer_class=AnswerBase Finest Kind Signs is a one man operation independently owned and operated. Cam Bortz produces some of the finest work anywhere and has been a personal friend for years. He and I saw how my skills could expand his production. Wed, 29 Aug 2007 15:07:38 GMT http://www.jobster.com/at/answer/view/281470?answer_class=AnswerBase http://www.jobster.com/at/answer/view/281465?answer_class=AnswerBase Keeping staff morale high. We had a mix of new staff with staff who had worked within the camp for years. A 24/7 environment is very challenging and tiring and tends to affect staff morale in unpredictable ways. It was a constant struggle to keep employees energized and focused. Wed, 29 Aug 2007 15:05:22 GMT http://www.jobster.com/at/answer/view/281465?answer_class=AnswerBase http://www.jobster.com/at/answer/view/281460?answer_class=AnswerBase Adjusting to residential camp life. Prior to this experience, while many of my experiences were relevant and I was certainly accustomed to long work hours, I was able to return home at the end of the day. Residential camping is much different from day camping or traditional youth programming with an entirely different set of challenges. Wed, 29 Aug 2007 15:03:08 GMT http://www.jobster.com/at/answer/view/281460?answer_class=AnswerBase http://www.jobster.com/at/answer/view/281455?answer_class=AnswerBase Simply put, they had an immediate need for an interim director and my experience and skills aligned with what they sought. Wed, 29 Aug 2007 15:00:27 GMT http://www.jobster.com/at/answer/view/281455?answer_class=AnswerBase http://www.jobster.com/at/answer/view/280783?answer_class=AnswerBase A great personality and the ability to understand the sales process, interact and build trust with consumers, and deliver a comprehensive presentation. Wed, 29 Aug 2007 14:55:30 GMT http://www.jobster.com/at/answer/view/280783?answer_class=AnswerBase http://www.jobster.com/at/answer/view/280899?answer_class=AnswerBase Assumed multiple management and administrative functions within a full facility YMCA; Provided program leadership and guidance in the areas of Health and Fitness, Youth Outreach, Aquatics, and Membership; Managed substantial portion of facilities; Coordinated large scale special events. My efforts resulted in the development of more than twenty programs that served more than 15,000 children, youth, and families. Two of my programs were awarded best in region awards (1st and 2nd place across a multi state territory). Lastly, I was involved in international partnership development and assisted with information and program exchanges with partner Y's in Russia, Germany, and Kenya. Traveled to Germany as a selected delegate of the YMCA of the USA to the World Council Meeting of YMCA's in 1998. Wed, 29 Aug 2007 14:53:54 GMT http://www.jobster.com/at/answer/view/280899?answer_class=AnswerBase http://www.jobster.com/at/answer/view/280926?answer_class=AnswerBase Undergraduate studies at a cooperative education school. My honors included graduating Cum Laude (3.37 CPA); Kappa Delta Pi; Alpha Delta Omega; Who's Who in American Colleges and Universities. My student organizations included Peers Reaching Out, Latin American Student Organization, and the Northeastern University Outing Club. I also completed Cooperative Education assignments with the Fenway Project (detail above),Campus Outreach Opportunity League (Conference Organizer), Peers Reaching Out Through Theater (Director),Northeastern "Ticket to Success" (Development), 6 City Tour participant (one of three US selected delegates to gain firsthand experience with European and African youth in understanding the challenges facing American culture and society). Wed, 29 Aug 2007 14:51:12 GMT http://www.jobster.com/at/answer/view/280926?answer_class=AnswerBase http://www.jobster.com/at/answer/view/280930?answer_class=AnswerBase Worked toward completion of a Certificate in Non Profit Management in a graduate studies program. Completed more than 20 credit hours with a cumulative grade point average of 3.92. All credits are applicable toward an MBA. I hope to have the opportunity to complete the Certificate program and apply the credits toward business studies. Wed, 29 Aug 2007 01:55:12 GMT http://www.jobster.com/at/answer/view/280930?answer_class=AnswerBase http://www.jobster.com/at/answer/view/280918?answer_class=AnswerBase I began as a volunteer as an eighteen year old freshman in college and upon displaying an aptitude for youth work and a love for it, I was hired to open a day camp. The camp grew from a program serving only 4 youth to one in which more than 100 children participated. I continued in a non voluntary capacity throughout college increasing the size and scope of the programs, and vastly increasing volunteerism on campus by involving a host of student organizations in planning activities for neighborhood youth. In this capacity I was twice awarded an outstanding citizen award by the Mayor of Boston and community residents for my contributions to the neighborhood. Wed, 29 Aug 2007 01:39:46 GMT http://www.jobster.com/at/answer/view/280918?answer_class=AnswerBase http://www.jobster.com/at/answer/view/280947?answer_class=AnswerBase There have been so many. It is difficult to single out one, although I would have to say it was my maternal grandfather. He had a kind heart, a charismatic personality, and always made you feel like you were the "apple of his eye" As I became an adult my admiration for him became deeper as his love for others knew no bounds. He was married for 63 years, a well known person within his community, and never failed a soul with a kind word or with thoughtful advice. Wed, 29 Aug 2007 13:20:38 GMT http://www.jobster.com/at/answer/view/280947?answer_class=AnswerBase