networking

A Networking Secret Successful People Don’t Share

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Ever wonder how some people just get to know everyone in town? Or how no matter what networking event you attend the same power networker somehow shows up working the room like a Jedi? It’s because they know what’s going on around town, and so should you. The secret they don’t tell you is: they [...]

September 6, 2011 0 comments CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE →

The 3 Types of People that Should be in Your Network

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By, Norma Tassy In order to get questions answered, learn about resources, get to the next level, or secure a new position, one thing is essential: a solid network. Take a moment- whether you are in a position that you enjoy or are managing a transition- to evaluate your network. Your network consists of people [...]

February 28, 2011 4 comments CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE →

5 Keys to Staying Sane in your Job Search

Today’s post is by, Norma Tassy Mounting a search for a new position takes perseverance, tenacity and a willingness to stretch out of our comfort zone. Whether we are in a position that we enjoy or managing a transition, searching for a new job takes determination. Integrate these five suggestions everyday to make your search [...]

February 23, 2011 6 comments CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE →

Superwoman’s Networking Handbook: Follow Up

This post is all about effective follow up and relationship building.  ”Relationship building” sounds blase, but that’s what you’re trying to do so I’m not going to waste time trying to camouflage it.  Like I always say, the most exciting thing about networking is you just never know who you’re going to meet, it can [...]

January 7, 2011 3 comments CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE →

Superwoman’s Networking Handbook: Elevate your Elevator Speech

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HELLO AGAIN, my networking apprentices.  I’m not addressing follow up yet but I do promise that will be next.  I noticed a theme in the words many of you used in your comments on the last post, “daunting,” “intimidating,” and “awkward,” to name a few.   So I want to address that before we move [...]

December 7, 2010 9 comments CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE →

Should I Connect with Someone I Interviewed with on LinkedIn?

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My answers to your career questions continue.  Keep sending your career questions my way! I went into full fledged job hunting mode last summer, which resulted in 3 interviews – but sadly none of them turned into offers. Now, a number of names from these companies are showing up as “people you may know” on [...]

October 11, 2010 5 comments CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE →

Nice Girls Finish Last In The Workplace

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I used to be very naive (and still am) in my thinking. I admit up until the last couple of years, I used to think everyone had a heart and wanted to look out for those around them. Crazy and naive, I know. I’ve matured and realized that is far from the case. It’s a [...]

September 13, 2010 5 comments CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE →

Email a Professor Today

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I’m made the 5 hour trek back to my Alma mater, Miami University, Thursday after work to lead a few Entrepreneurial Marketing classes taught by my favorite college professor.  This professor, Mark Lacker, has impacted the way I think. I’m not sure exactly how we reconnected.  I know I wrote him an email at some [...]

September 13, 2010 11 comments CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE →

3 Misconceptions about Personal Branding for the Everyday Professional

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By, Nicole Martin As social networking grows in both our personal and professional lives, the subject of personal branding is becoming increasingly important.  But even for those who social networking is not a priority, it is still important to understand personal branding.  Below are three common misconceptions about personal branding and why debunking these myths [...]

September 7, 2010 1 comment CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE →

Network Everywhere You Go!

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By, Ashley Bodi Every day millions of people around the world limit their networking efforts to online social networks.  Go against the crowd!  With all the online social networks we have at our fingertips, don’t underestimate the power of networking with others around you wherever you go. Network when you go out to eat, when [...]

September 6, 2010 5 comments CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE →