#CareerAdvice : #Networking -5 Types of Connections you Need in your #LinkedInNetwork .
Having a robust professional network can be a game changer when thinking about your career journey. The people in your network can help make future connections, refer you for a job, provide advice, and so much more. But building a thoughtful–and more importantly, actionable–professional network, can seem daunting. Who should you connect with and why? […]
#CareerAdvice : Risk Smart: Taking #YourCareer to the Next Level. “You Miss 100% of the Shots you Don’t Take.” – Wayne Gretzky
The choices we make throughout our careers take us all on quite a journey. When you first enter the workforce, it is a time of excitement and anticipation for what lies ahead. Over time, life takes us on a winding road of twists and turns in which our personal lives can intertwine with our professional […]
#CareerAdvice : #SalaryIncrease – 5 #Negotiation Mistakes you Didn’t Know You Were Making. A #MustRead for All!
When I graduated from college and got my first job, my starting salary was $54,000. I was ecstatic. It was more money than I’d ever earned in my life, and as far I was concerned, I was balling. It didn’t once cross my mind to ask for more money or even a signing bonus. I […]
#CareerAdvice : #Networking -This is an Non-Obnoxious Way to Follow Up on a #ColdEmail . A MUst Read for All!
Just following up.” …. “Did you see my email? [fusion_builder_container hundred_percent=”yes” overflow=”visible”][fusion_builder_row][fusion_builder_column type=”1_1″ background_position=”left top” background_color=”” border_size=”” border_color=”” border_style=”solid” spacing=”yes” background_image=”” background_repeat=”no-repeat” padding=”” margin_top=”0px” margin_bottom=”0px” class=”” id=”” animation_type=”” animation_speed=”0.3″ animation_direction=”left” hide_on_mobile=”no” center_content=”no” min_height=”none”][Insert cute GIF here]” ……. “I just want to make sure you’re not DEAD!” We’ve all been the recipient of cold-email follow-ups like […]
#CareerAdvice : #InterviewingQuestions : 3 Interview Questions(You Ask) To Uncover A Company’s Work-Life Beliefs And Values. Must Read Before your Next #JobInterview !
Like most buzzwords, “work-life balance” rose to massive popularity only to rapidly become defunct and outdated. If you Google “work-life balance” and “dead,” you will find a host of articles making the case of why the idea of balance is a fallacy, why work-life balance is not the largest predictor of job satisfaction or a […]
#CareerAdvice :#CareerAdvancement -Four Things To Do This Summer To Advance #YourCareer .
Summer is the perfect time to focus some attention on your career success. Why? Because work inevitably slows down a little then; people take vacation and leave early on Fridays. In most industries, it’s a time for relieving some of the pressure. You too need to use your vacation time to recharge and get some perspective, so don’t miss the […]
#Leadership : #MangingPeople – Why Companies Should Stop Trying So Hard to Make their Employees Happy. A Must REad for Every #Manger !
Companies often promise their employees happiness to attract and retain the brightest talent—but in reality, if you want happy employees, you need to hire happy people. The thing is, happiness isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution and is extremelydifficult to deliver. Offering perks like free yoga in the office, catered lunches, or gym reimbursements could theoretically make some […]
#CareerAdvice : #ResumeMistakes -4 #Resume ‘Tricks’ that are Actually Traps. Great One(1) Min Read!
There is a lot of content out there that will claim to solve your résumé woes. The truth is, there is no quick fix for a résumé in need, and you should steer clear of anyone who claims otherwise. With an average of 250 applications received per open role, hiring managers have seen countless résumés and have […]
#Leadership : #Work -Here’s How you Should Prep Before Leaving for Summer Vacation. Great Two(2) Min Read!
Many Americans won’t get to take vacations this summer, and some don’t get or use vacation days at all. If you’re lucky enough to both have and take a vacation during the warmer months (or really any time at all), there are some things you should do to prepare. Prepping for a vacation at work makes it easier to […]
#CareerAdvice : #JobInterview -How to Survive (and Succeed In) An #Interview with a #CEO .
CEOs are just regular people. Regular people who run billion dollar companiesand accomplish amazing things, that is. Considering the polish and professionalism of your average CEO, we think it’s perfectly natural that most of us will feel a glimmer of something like nervousness or fear when we find ourselves in a position to interact with someone at […]