Is Networking a Part of Your Job Search Strategy?
Are you aware that 80% of available jobs are not posted on any job boards? It is a fact that businesses are not posting over half of their jobs due to the amount of interest they receive on a daily...
View ArticleHow do You Find a Job with Limited Skills?
Most career-related articles are directed towards higher level, or white-collar workers. These are displaced workers who held professional-level jobs and who have the education, skills and experience...
View ArticleCareer Asssociations to Consider Joining
I am a huge joiner in groups and associations as I believe in the power of networking as well as for information and learning. Joining associations can also be a great networking tool, as you can...
View Article5 Effective Networking Strategies for Your Job Search
I’m sure you’ve heard it by now – the BEST way to find a job in today’s market is through networking. The “hidden job market” is becoming the easiest and fastest way to employment. Due to the volume...
View ArticleTo Older Workers: Get With the Program!
I recently worked a career fair that involved the 50+ population. I met with attendees to help them develop and refine a job search strategy, discuss options for where to look for a job, and review...
View ArticleHow to Behave at a Business Expo
I had the opportunity recently to attend a business expo. I was attending as a guest to see what local businesses had to offer, to network and to see what competition I face (the “T” in SWOT). I...
View ArticleWhy the Holidays Are a Great Time to Job Hunt
Traditionally, the holidays are a time of great preparation as you are busy decorating your house with lights and ornaments, buying presents for those on your list, or baking goodies for the holiday...
View ArticleDon’t Become a Hostage to Your Computer in Your Job Search
I don’t know if it was the recent moon phenomena we experienced or my bad luck, but I had yet another computer crash. This time, my operating system stopped working. No virus found so no explanation...
View ArticleWhat Will Your Legacy Be?
I was at a networking event this week and while it was great to reconnect with some people I haven’t seen in a while – as well as meet new people – the morning was filled with tributes to a community...
View ArticleBeing Authentic When Relationship Building ( #215)
As we all know, relationships are the basis for having a good life; this includes our personal life, our work situations, and for building businesses. We’ve all heard the phrase, ‘its not what you...
View ArticleGoing After the Job You Want
Standing out in the job-search landscape is still challenging, even though job opening are making a return. Sometimes, you need to take control and do what it takes in order to get noticed – you must...
View ArticleThe Art of Making Small Talk
In the world of business, it is imperative to network in order to promote your business as well as finding others you can joint venture with. The possibilities are endless in the amount of groups and...
View ArticleAre Networking Meetings Really Networking Anymore?
I have to admit that I’m very selective when it comes to attending networking meetings. It’s not that I don’t enjoy meeting new people or reconnecting with people I already know; I do have to protect...
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