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June 10, 2025 Julie Shenkman

It’s Possible: Landing a Job in an Employer’s Market

So, you’re in the market for a new job. Whether you’re looking by choice or need, we understand that finding a job in a market where employers have the upper hand can be nerve-racking. There’s a lot of competition to

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January 21, 2025 Julie Shenkman

Overcoming Career Challenges When You’re Starting Fresh in a New Location

Starting fresh in a new location is an exciting journey, but it can also feel overwhelming. Whether you’re moving for personal growth, a new job opportunity, or the desire to explore a new city, you’ll face a series of career

December 3, 2020 Julie Shenkman

8 Ways to Build Meaningful Networking Relationships

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

December 14, 2018 Emily McKinney

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

June 2, 2016 Julie Shenkman

Beyond 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

May 15, 2014 Julie Shenkman

How 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

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May 7, 2014 Julie Shenkman

How 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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