Posts with tag video

Lost but Not Forgotten

This clip of the day has been running rampant around the Internet.

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I consulted my South Carolina to English dictionary but to no avail. I still don't have a clue what her point is or even what she's trying to say. Meanwhile, maybe this will help her and all the children of the world.

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The "F" fect

Five favorites for Friday. Fun forwarding for friends!

1) Funky foot-wear fashion faux-pas

2) Fantastically funny fake films



3) Fighting friends -- find facts for famous feuds

4) Frantic fuming female fifteen'er
(Parental Guidance is recommended, in that if you are a parent, you should seek guidance after watching)

5) Football fans fraternize! Free Fantasy Football!



Okay, that last one is just in there because it was too Flippin' easy.

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Chocolate Pain

You may have already heard this on the radio or seen it via viral video but if not, check out this clip for 'Chocolate Rain' by YouTube singer, songwriter and vocalist, Tay Zonday:


Then check out the many hilarious parodies that have already sprung up. Darth Vader is definitely my favorite – what's yours?

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Resume-be?

It used to be that video resumes were reserved for people who wanted jobs as news anchors or were submitting applications to be on a reality TV show. But things are changing. With the new popularity of vlogging and the fact that video resumes are becoming easier to create and upload, it is beginning to feel like you need video application just to be considered for any regular job. Most job searching sites offer video resume posting and many offer helpful tips and advice on how to go about doing one. This scares me, as I am incredibly camera shy. I love writing and would rather write an entire 100 page dissertation about who I am then try to sum myself up in 100 words in front of a camera. If video resumes truly are the next generation of job applications, I certainly won't be motivated to move jobs anytime soon. According to this article "Is a Video Resume for You," the video resume isn't actually your resume, but rather a short promo clip or commercial even that might help recruiters seek out your full, traditional resume from the 30,000+ they have already received. Check out some of these examples. Some are creative and some are funny, which makes them stand out. If I were a recruiter, they might motivate me to seek out those applicants. The risk is they would immediately turn off a recruiter who was searching for someone more professional. And some of the applicants who are trying to be professional on video appear simply uptight and awkward, which again, defeats the purpose. It seems like a real double-edged sword. One of the recruiting managers here at AOL made me feel a little better by saying, in addition to having concerns about EEO issues, she finds it unlikely recruiters will take the time to review 10 – 15 videos per job. But if it really is the wave of future, maybe recruiters will have to adapt as well. Is this trend here to stay?

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Dark Comedy

I know my pursuit of all-cool-things-off-the-beaten-track takes me down some dark paths once in awhile, but often the results are worth it. Even if you are not a fan of his, hearing the intentionally creepy and always shocking Marilyn Manson host AOL's Top 11 Video Countdown is worth checking out. While on the one hand, he uses the time for some hilariously flagrant self promotion, on the other hand, you can hear the absolute loathing in his voice at having to introduce the likes of Hilary Duff or The Pussycat Dolls, which is equally amusing. Do I even need to say that it contains mature content and viewer discretion is advised?

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Why It's Hot

It's hot because we say it's hot! It's Hot is an exciting new AOL blog designed to provide you with insight into great internet features, content or gems you might not know exist. Because AOL has so much content and we know you don't have so much time, we're doing all the work for you, finding fun, entertaining, informative and helpful stuff for you each day.

Who Is Hot

  • Summer (Sleuth of Super Stuff) focuses on news, entertainment and random hidden gems across the entire service
  • Marc (Gadget Guru Galore) focuses on technology, gadgets, and autos
  • Jeff (Fantasy Football Finance & Food Fanatic) focuses on Sports, Money & Finance and Cooking
  • Missy (Diva of the Divine) focuses on fashion, celebrities, gossip and beauty