The holidays are a time for fun and good cheer, and while there is plenty of it to go around, as a professional it’s important that you don’t do anything that can put you on the naughty list with management. So as you prepare to deck the halls, here are three things to watch out for that could come back to haunt you like you were Ebenezer Scrooge:
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Think you are too busy to fit some networking into your day? What if I told you that you could do some of your most important networking in a matter of seconds in the course of a normal Social Media session. Your favorite social sites have made it insanely easy to reach out to your network and let them know that you are there for them, for example:
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Business travel got you down? Don’t fret, because there are some easy ways to make your days more fun and rewarding, even on your ultra-tight schedule. Just consider these four tips:
Hey, college students! So you’ve taken a couple of internships, and you want to take the next step in your career. However, you’re not quite ready to commit to a full-time job. We’re here to provide you with the solution—why not try your hand as a temporary associate? Here are four ways that temping will take your career to the next level.
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During your job search, having a friend or colleague who might be able to give you an “in” at your target company is extremely valuable. However, before you start namedropping like a rapper recording a debut album, here are four important things to consider:
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Before a job interview, you need to know a company’s goals and values. Before accepting an offer, you need to know its working environment and the types of people you will be working with (and for). Here are four ways to get the information you need to evaluate employer fit. Continue reading “Get To Know Your Target Companies Before They Get To Know You”
Nearly half of all companies say that checking a candidate’s social media is now a regular part of their hiring process. Cleaning up your social media before you start your job search will help hiring managers see a more professional side of you. Here are four tips for making sure your social media is up to snuff before you start your job search. Continue reading “Social Media Could Be Costing You Job Offers”
December is a month of celebration, but it’s also a month for reflection. Take a moment to think back on your professional accomplishments over the year. We know, the year went by in a blur and it may feel like you didn’t accomplish anything, but dig deeper. Whether you exceeded your quota, delivered a key project or, for those between jobs, connected with a number of possible employers, you do have accomplishments and there are a number of great reasons to remind yourself of that. Continue reading “Let’s Take a Moment to Celebrate You”
Celebrities have learned that social media is the best way to advance their career, and while you may not be looking to land a role in the next blockbuster or keep your $50 million fashion line afloat, your favorite stars can teach you a lot about how to succeed in your own career goals. Here are three simple rules that will help you craft and utilize your social media footprint to land your next starring role: Continue reading “Rock Your Job Search Like a Superstar”
Halloween gives us a chance to try on alternate identities and let our inner wild-child out to play. It can be a lot of fun, but with the internet being the place where nothing ever dies, those photos can come back to haunt you in your job search. Even if you think it shouldn’t matter and you wouldn’t want to work for the kind of employer who would care, it’s always best to leave yourself as many options as possible. You can still have fun if you follow a few simple rules about how you share the fun via social media. Continue reading “Don’t Let Halloween Photos Come Back to Haunt You”
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