Lara Schuler

I'm getting really frustrated with these companies and their rejected form letters. I have 21 years of video production experience, including video editing. I've sent hundreds of resumes over the...

It’s a challenging time to be in the entertainment industry. I grew up in it, won an Emmy and have over 15 years experience as a writer /... producer/
Post producer who can also edit on Final Cut, Avid & Premiere yet I’m still struggling and working outside the field. I would have your resume looked at by a professional & redone if possible. They will tell you to keep it to two pages. Make sure your LinkedIn profile matches your resume as many companies compare the two to make sure they match. It’s also important to tailor your cover letter and resume to fit the job you’re applying to. Push out the negative thoughts about age and having been incarcerated - they don’t help. Try not to get discouraged by those rejection form letters - typically its the ATS nonsense weeding out strong candidates. Do go on LinkedIn and look at their free courses- you might find resume help or cover letter tips. If you can connect with a recruiter they can be very helpful. Chin up and good luck!  more

hey guys am new here, i had a question i would like to become the a successfully tech entrepreneurand am seeking advice on the 5 big mistakes a entrepreneur should avoid, from you as experienced...

You can’t pitch your ideas if you can’t write a coherent sentence. The people who have the money you need to bring your idea to fruition are most... likely well educated and will care if you can’t present your ideas in a clear and cohesive manner. Learn to write or learn to use the tools you need so it appears you can write. This all matters more than you think it does. Good luck.  more

Hello! It’s an open position in my department and we’re choosing between two candidates: an experienced 48-year-old man and a recent college graduate with no experience but very motivated. I prefer...

Let’s start with the fact that you know both their ages. How is that? You’re not supposed to know the ages of candidates so as to prevent the very... thing you are advocating for when you chose the candidate with little to no experience and 24 verses the candidate who is 48 and has experience. Ageism, in case you’re not following me. This isn’t about who you feel most comfortable having a beer with. This is about who can hit the ground running and can problem solve using tools from their past experiences. It takes an average of 3 months to onboard new hires and get them up to speed. That time costs a company money in lost productivity. Hiring someone with more experience versus someone with none will, in her long run, cost the company more money. Also, your blatant ageism is a legal liability and it makes me think you yourself are not an experienced person or you wouldn’t be here asking this question. If you don’t hire the person who is most qualified I hope he sees this post.  more

Hi, you’re going to laugh, but my situation is a total mess. My direct manager is now my ex-girlfriend. It’s crazy, we broke up a year ago because she drove me nuts with all her nitpicking and control...

I agree but for one thing. Tell her to leave the personal OUT of the workplace and keep it strictly professional. There’s a reason you’re not supposed... to date co-workers. Companies don’t want sexual harassment lawsuits.  more

Hello Community would you kindly advice me on this matter When collecting community stories, how do you ensure you're capturing authentic voices rather than what people think you want to hear?

Ask them honest questions and really listen to their answers. One answer will lead to another question and follow it. Do yourself a favour and watch... some Barbara Walters interviews. She’s made a great career out of pulling the truth from her interviewees. I hope this helps.  more

Hello! I already work and graduate from university this year. Our team at the company is made up of women. They are all older than me and constantly ask me to make them coffee and tea. I'm tired of it...

It's interesting to see how many of you are encouraging this person to ignore/stand up to their higher-ups. In the world of film and television we all... pay our dues and ignoring or saying to the coffee requests 'I don't work in the kitchen' is a fast way to be shown the door. This attitude can reverberate throughout the tight circle and can hurt you in the long run. Right now with the industry in the state that it's in one would be wise to be careful about what/how you behave around the people who may or may not want to hire you again. more

Hello! I already work and graduate from university this year. Our team at the company is made up of women. They are all older than me and constantly ask me to make them coffee and tea. I'm tired of it...

Anyone who has had a career has had to make /get coffee for the staff above them in position. It’s all part of paying your dues. I sill offer to get... folks coffee just to be nice and convivial. Play the game, always smile and learn to play in the sandbox or you’ll be asked to go play somewhere else. Humility, respect for those who are much more experienced than your recently graduated self, kindness go a long way when you are starting your career. See it as an opportunity to ask them questions and get to know them.  more