Job fairs can be intimidating. But if you are well prepared for what to do then it will go smoothly. Here are some tips of what you should and shouldn’t do when you’re networking at a job fair. Do’s: Research the companies you know will be at the job fair. They usually provide a list [...]
This is the third in a series of articles celebrating my 15th year in business. Searching for a job can be challenging. You want to move forward and the job search may feel like it is slowing you down. With your primary focus on the job search, you may lose perspective on the valuable opportunities [...]
Networking is relatively simple and when done effectively can enhance your ability to advance in your career. It involves establishing and maintaining relationships with people who might be a resource to you later in your career. It is a two-way street that involves give and take for all parties involved. Your network should answer the [...]
courtesy of freedigitalphotos.net Have you watched Shark Tank on TV? It is more than just a reality hit. There are sound business decisions made each episode. The contestants walk away with investment money or not, depending on their product and presentation. Your job search strategy can take a few hints from this popular [...]
photo courtesy of freedigitalphotos.com You have to pay attention to how companies are using Twitter to check out candidates for job openings when someone like Sarah Robb O’Hagan, the president of Equinox, says she doesn’t care about your credentials, she would rather see your Twitter feed. Seriously? By now all job seekers should [...]
LinkedIn has been the topic of many of my blogs, especially the past several weeks. Since it is such an important job search tool today, there is a lot of information that job seekers need to know in order to use it most effectively in their job search. Don’t Dismiss LinkedIn as Something Only for [...]
