If so, you may become a HIRED GUN that many businesses will need in the future, especially as we transition into the “Knowledge Worker” era.  Operations and systems allow entrepreneurs to focus on (and leverage) their expertise and passions – and not worry about the running of their repeatable business tasks – although those systems are the key to long term success.

Michael Gerber, the author of ‘The E-Myth’ – a bestselling book that focuses on the importance of business systemization: “Most businesses fail to fully achieve their potential. That’s because the person who owns the business doesn’t truly know how to build a company that works without him or her – which is the key.”

Living by LISTS:

• Do you make lists?
• Everyday?
• If you do something not on the list, do you go back and add it on the list and then check it off.

Attention to DETAIL:

• Are you detail oriented?
• Are you the one who makes sure a task is COMPLETE?
• Do you dot the I’s and cross the T’s?
• And then PROOF read everything, one last time?
• (Although this won’t be your role) Have you had experience in accounting, legal, or planning (or even being the main organizer of your high school reunion)?

So what’s in it for you?  OSMOSIS!
I was where you were just 4 years ago, and I have become the industry expert in just those four years, and to take my business to the next level I need help getting processes in place – so I need you.  Here’s what I will give you:

• My BLUEPRINT so that you can achieve the same stature in your field
• My KNOWLEDGE from over $50,000 of marketing, strategy, and Internet marketing teaching and resources (all purchased after university).
• My SHORTCUTS to catapult your EXPERTISE (and reputation) on the Internet
• Your EXPERIENCE in working with a high-performing VIRTUAL team (the next big skill!)
• The DEAL: $20 / hour for 20 hours per week for 6 to 8 weeks (maybe longer if mutually agreed upon)

If you are STILL interested, you can apply if…

• You are not a whiner, complainer, or someone who needs to have their hand held
• You want to have your OWN business in the next year or two & you just want to be immersed in another business before you start your own.
• You are ready for a WILD ride as I explode my business to a hyper-level in my industry in the next year

Please  send me an email and answer the questions above + send your resume to robin@funeralfuturist.com.  Plus send me links to any positive references about you on the Internet.

Thanks for taking the time to read this – if you are INSPIRED please APPLY, if you aren’t – well maybe you would like to hire us – see the service offerings and trainings on the right of this page.

Although I have posted this under the “Careers” category, it probably should be called “Opportunities” or “Internet Apprenticeship” but at least with “Careers” you will know that I am looking for some help.

You see, there are a lot of things happening behind the scenes as Web 2.0 and the funeral industry collide – actually “mesh” together – all of it beneficial to the funeral profession!  But to make sure that I play my part in the most efficient manner, I need some help.

This position experience may be perfect for someone who is looking to re-enter the workforce or looking for a more flexible work schedule.

Position Details:

• $17 to $20 per hour
• 20 hours per week (could be increased if desired)
• Additional incentives for specific projects

Required skills:

• Highly organized and self-motivated
• Ability to manage and oversee projects
• Able to follow (and create) systems / procedures
• Excellent communication skills, both oral & written
• General computer skills and ability to be trained on new systems

Duties:

Your number one job is to help FuneralFuturist.com acquire and keep customers

This is a list of some of the general tasks and duties (training will be provided if necessary):

• General administration and bookkeeping
• Article submission to article directories
• Article distribution for trade journals and associations
• Transcription of audio and video recordings
• Enrolling funeral directors in online continuing education programs
• Project management of website development
• Project management of email newsletters

Skills gained (applied):

• Relationship Marketing
• Internet Marketing and how it applies to traditional bricks & mortar companies

Skills gained (by osmosis):

• Negotiating
• Risk taking
• Creating & seizing opportunities
• Entrepreneurship

Specific software / web services will be used (previous experience not necessary – free video training provided for all apps)

• Aweber: Autoresponder and email marketing
• 1ShoppingCart: Shopping cart administration
• Traffic Geyser: video uploading
• MindJet: Mind mapping software
• Muvee: Video editing software
• Google Apps – Awesome Resources (and Free too!)
• WordPress – World’s Best CMS System
• Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Simple Accounting
• Amember – Membership software
• Infusionsoft - Customer Relationship Management

This position is best suited for someone residing in Victoria, BC.

For more information, email me at admin@funeralfuturist.com or call 250-744-3595.