So I've been traveling a bit recently, which explains the spotty posting and odd posting times. Apologies -- hopefully things will settle down by next Monday or so. A list of small useful things (links) to tide you over:
- Dr. John Borchardt (a longtime ACS career counselor) has been writing a long and methodical approach to job applications over at the ACS Careers Blog. If you're looking for a job, you should really go over there and read them.
- The Journal of Failed Chemistry Results? Sign me up for a volume.
- Th'Gaussling writes a memo to Aldrich; personally, I'd like to write a few memos to all the chemical suppliers...
- Matt does a beautiful post in honor of Harry Gray.
- I can't watch CSB videos without getting a queasy feeling.
- I'm not a big fan of Sour Patch Kids (or any sweet candy, for that matter), but Sharon is. They're full of protons, don't you know.
See you late tomorrow, I hope.
I'm not a big fan of Sour Patch Kids
ReplyDeleteBLASPHEMY! Target recently introduced a 30 oz bag of these, which is finally an acceptable size container for them. Not these nonsensical single serving boxes or pouches.
From the ACS Career Blog post...
ReplyDeleteConvey your personality and personal warmth
Job candidates often focus exclusively on technical skills during on-site employment interviews. This is normal and technical considerations are important determinants of whether you receive a job offer. However, other factors are also important. You want to give the impression you will be a congenial coworker pleasant to work with. This means showing personal warmth and humor (in good taste) as appropriate.
Didn't I say that small talk is important? *pats self on back*
Wondering why my comment disappeared. :(
ReplyDeleteThe spam filter ate it -- sorry.
ReplyDeleteUnsuspecting, I ingested two Sour Patch Kids in a crowded movie theater - and we did not have anything to drink. It was done to me by a good friend. She giggled as was making choking sounds for the rest of the movie.
ReplyDeleteHey, CJ. My friend has just sent me a list of the "20 most useless degrees". I'm not exactly amused to read about #9 (or #10, depending on whether an obnoxious book ad appears). The *tiny* "forward" and "reverse" buttons are on the lower right corner of this web slideshow:
ReplyDeletehttp://www.thedailybeast.com/galleries/2843/1/?redirectURL=http://www.thedailybeast.com/blogs-and-stories/
Dude, why is everyone taking cheap shots at us?