Connecting with peers in your industry is such a fantastic way to build professional networks and meet the people you’ll be working and socializing with throughout your professional life. Sometimes that means saying hello to someone at an industry event
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5 Tips for Online Networking
Not long ago, networking was pretty straightforward. It simply involved navigating a crowded room while scoping out the best people to talk to, and preparing to strike up a meaningful conversation. Just as we (finally) mastered the art of handing
Continue readingBeyond the Resume: Tips for Marketing Yourself to Employers
The job-seeking process entails much more than a perfect and polished resume. Marketing yourself involves honestly presenting your positive features in a way that interests the other person. When marketing yourself, your potential employers will be looking for many values
Continue readingHow Not to Follow Up
You probably already know that you should send a follow-up. And you’ve probably heard that persistence pays off. But where’s the line between staying on the radar—and becoming a pest? Here’s a job seeker who crosses the line by a
Continue readingHow to Become a Networking Expert
Networking seems like a daunting chore to most, me included. I admit reaching out to people especially when not searching for a job can be awkward. What do you say to them? Do they want to hear from me? First
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