Thursday, September 08, 2011

Is social media changing the way we contribute to charity? | Voluntary Sector Network | Guardian Professional

Is social media changing the way we contribute to charity? | Voluntary Sector Network | Guardian Professional: There is no doubt that times are changing and that social media has played a very notable part in this, both for business and personal communication. What is interesting however is how this has had, in my opinion, a significant impact on how people choose to give to charity and how businesses are approaching CSR.

Facebook App 9/11 Memorial Lets You Dedicate Status Updates to Victims

Facebook App 9/11 Memorial Lets You Dedicate Status Updates to Victims: 573
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Facebook, in collaboration with The National September 11 Memorial & Museum, will ask members to update their profile photos or dedicate their statuses in remembrance of the victims who lost their lives on Sept. 11, 2001.

Wednesday, September 07, 2011

Volunteering Will Save Your Career (Or Put You In A New One) | Fast Company

Volunteering Will Save Your Career (Or Put You In A New One) | Fast Company: Starting today, LinkedIn will let users list their public-spirited deeds and philanthropic efforts alongside job experience under a new section called "Volunteer Experience and Causes." According to a survey by the social network, more then ever volunteer experience is valuable information that could give job hunters the boost they need to get promoted or hired.

Volunteering Will Save Your Career (Or Put You In A New One) | Fast Company

Volunteering Will Save Your Career (Or Put You In A New One) | Fast Company: Starting today, LinkedIn will let users list their public-spirited deeds and philanthropic efforts alongside job experience under a new section called "Volunteer Experience and Causes." According to a survey by the social network, more then ever volunteer experience is valuable information that could give job hunters the boost they need to get promoted or hired.