The best time to find a new job is when you already have one, and the best way to find that job is through networking. But when you’re in a niche industry and the key players in your field are close-knit, it can be difficult to put the word out that you’re “looking” without that …
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A common excuse for avoiding networking is a lack of time, but in many cases, the actual barrier is a lack of planning. Networking opportunities are everywhere, but if we’re not prepared to take advantage of them, we miss out. While life certainly feels busier than it did a decade ago, a little planning can …
Staying in touch with new contacts is by far one of the biggest challenges I hear from would-be networkers. There are two key hurdles: 1) time and 2) strategy. Let’s address both! TIME Remove something. Since no one has figured out how to add hours to the day, the only other option is removing something …
Recently I was listening to a former colleague share how she landed her new job at a wildly popular technology company. As she was explaining how she ultimately got in front of the decision-maker, I stopped and said, “Wait, you did what?!” It turns out she posted an article skillfully countering a point the Hirer …
No matter what your profession, industry or function, to land the best jobs, you must be skilled at the job search. You may have years of experience, multiple degrees, and a track record of stellar performance, but if you’re unable to effectively market your abilities, you may get lost in the shuffle. Here’s a crash …
If you’ve let your network grow cold while happily employed, you’re not alone. Like many things (e.g., exercising, getting more sleep), we have the best intentions, but life gets busy. Since woulda, coulda, shoulda are not helpful at this stage, here are some steps you can take to build a network quickly: Start with who …
“Is a degree or real-world experience more important?” In a job search, it’s the age-old question, and a battle job seekers can’t seem to win. After completing a degree, Hiring Managers want to know how applicants have applied their newfound knowledge in actual situations (aka, experience), but when non-degree holders apply to a position (bringing years of …
It’s 2017 and there are many positive career predictions to look forward to this year: the candidate experience will improve (finally!), more people will take advantage of the “gig” economy, performance reviews will be more collaborative, and creative perks (like school loan payback) are on the rise. But if it’s been a while since you’ve engaged …
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It’s the holidays – the season of giving! And if you’re interested in a successful career, you need to make a spirit of gratitude your norm. Here are 7 ways being ungrateful can hurt your career: Neglecting to prepare: It’s fairly easy for your contact or an interviewer to recognize if you’ve prepared for the meeting. …
Recently I was asked to lead a networking exercise at an Alumni event so that attendees from different graduating classes could meet new people. As a big advocate of the power of networking, I happily accepted. While getting lunch on the day of the event, I observed a group of attendees look at the afternoon …