Not Just Another Solar Deal – Why Gila Bend Could Be Pioneering The Future For U.S. Solar
A major Solar Farm being built in Arizona. American land, American property, American developer… It all adds up to a brighter future and more jobs here in the US. Pacific Blue Energy Corp. (OTCBB: PBEC), announced today that the city of Gila Bend, Arizona has shown them a commitment to fast-track a 150 Megawatt solar farm on about 100 acres of land there. Claiming favorable permitting laws,...
Read MoreTime To Ditch The Resume?
I just read a great article that begins to highlight something that I hear very few recruiters talk about. The lack of effectiveness of resumes. Lately, in my Executive Search work, I have more and more conversations with candidates about how to market themselves. Yes, the job market is tight right now, even in the burgeoning solar industry, but there has to come a time when job seekers take it...
Read MoreOne You Should Know. SolarCity
SolarCity is one of the fastest growing solar installers in the country. With their pioneering “Solar Lease” program, they have made solar affordable for thousands of homeowners just like you and me. Check out how they can make solar work for you at their website. You can also get to know the man who created the Solar Lease program, David Arfin, in our “Visionaries”...
Read MoreBeware of These Issues When Changing Jobs
Job Transitions in the Solar Industry Transitioning to a new job and career is comparable to moving into a new home. Items need to be packed, a time line needs to be followed, and then everything needs to be unpacked and re-established at the new location. While most people have a general idea of what this consists of, there is actually quite a bit of loose ends that need to be taken care of. ...
Read More“I’ve graduated…now what?” How To Land The Perfect Entry-Level Solar Job
As the economy changes, new job applicants have to change with it. New consumer and business trends not only have a significant impact on what positions employers are trying to fill, but how they determine whether or not to even select a candidate for an interview. This was news to me. As an MBA May 2010 graduate, I assumed that I should follow the usual procedures used when I graduated...
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