What new professionals need to know
Starting out as a new professional in your chosen field can be overwhelming. Your days on campus are over, and now you are in the real world. What you do in the early stages of your career can significantly impact your career journey in a positive (or negative) way. Here’s our advice for new professionals when it comes to the reality of “dream” jobs, employer feedback, and building mutually beneficial relationships. read more
You have a great job and you’re happy, now what?
Congratulations! You’ve landed an amazing job and you are doing the I-have-a-job-that-I-love happy dance. Your hard work has paid off and you deserve some time to soak it all in. Go for it! However, once you are settled, it’s time to think about the future. Here are some important things that you can do to make sure your career keeps moving forward. read more
An online job search is a blessing and a curse.
Technology has revolutionized how we think about work, talk about work, and even do our work. As a result, it’s also changed how we find our work. Gone are the days of perusing the help wanted section in your local newspaper each week. Now it’s all about real-time, 24/7, instant access to thousands of job listings with a few clicks of your mouse. Does it seem too good to be true? Well, in a way it is. Although it’s easier than ever to find available jobs, it’s harder to land them. Here’s what you need to know about conducting an online job search, and how you can turn the great information you find online into the next stop on your career journey. read more
Is a bad LinkedIn profile better than no LinkedIn profile at all?
I’m going to tell you the truth right up front, and that is, neither option is acceptable. LinkedIn is a powerful tool that allows you to manage your network, share information, and connect with people and content in order to facilitate the development of your professional brand. That is why it is important to invest your time and energy into this valuable professional resource. If you have a weak, or non-existent LinkedIn profile, that will speak volumes to both potential employers and professional contacts. read more
Thank you notes are not just for interviews!
You know that you should send a thank you note after an interview, right? Of course! A well-crafted and customized thank you note sent to your interviewer in a timely manner can help your candidacy. But do you know that there are other ways that a thank you note can help your career? Think about this. Have you received a thank you note for something you did? How did it make you feel? An expression of gratitude is a pleasant surprise that can help the recipient feel good, and it can facilitate future interactions. Communication, especially when it comes to your professional life, is critical. Have you thought about sending a thank you note in these situations? read more
Networking for your career stage – are you doing it right?
It’s very important to build a network early in your career, and then manage it well throughout. A robust network will allow you to connect with professionals in your field, share information, and even help identify job opportunities. To advance your career, gain experience, and develop professional skills, your networking strategy should evolve as well. If you don’t continue to develop your networking strategy, you may stall or even hurt your career. Do you know how to network effectively, both in the early stages of your career and once you have some experience under your belt? read more
You have 24 hours to jump start your career…GO!
Your career journey is a marathon, not a sprint. Since you will travel a long road full of twists and turns, you may underestimate the importance of each step. When you examine a successful career, you’ll find that there were thousands of steps along the way that alone seemed simple, but once connected formed an intricate journey. What you do today matters, because today’s actions will lead to tomorrow’s results. The key? Keep moving and connect! Here are some things you can do TODAY to jump start your career. read more
Great networkers do more than just show up.
Networking is a very valuable professional tool. If you do it the right way it can lead to job opportunities, generate sales, and create valuable relationships. What you should realize is that even though you may successfully connect with folks initially, the important thing is how you stay connected. That’s how you build relationships that will grow to benefit both parties. To do that, you need to make sure people remember who you are. Here are some ways you can be memorable when networking! read more
Networking is like a road trip, so let’s get moving!
Do you look at others and envy their ability to network? The conversations and connections seem to come so easy for some. It’s just not fair! Well, I have some good news. Although the job search is becoming more competitive than ever, networking is a tool that you can develop that will make finding that target job a reality! You just need to get in the car, start the engine, and shift into drive. read more
Do you know that you already have a network?
Networking. Just the word can be scary for some people. However, it doesn’t have to be that way! Networking is a great way for job seekers to learn more about their industry, make valuable connections with others, and even identify job opportunities. read more