College student networking Today's post is for college students who are looking to level up their networking skills. Specifically, getting noticed so you can land the interview. A couple of times a year, we visit a few of the local colleges and talk about interviewing and resume writing. We founder-entrepreneurial friend who also visits college campuses. … Continue reading College student networking
How important is a LinkedIn profile to my job search?
A LinkedIn profile is a must If you are looking for a job and don’t have a LinkedIn profile, this is bad. This is veddy-veddy bad. The first stop a hiring manager will make after viewing your resume is your online business profile. Already employed and thinking you don't need a LinkedIn profile? If an opening … Continue reading How important is a LinkedIn profile to my job search?
Underqualified for the job. Why and when you should apply
Have you ever read a job description and felt you were underqualified? Maybe you felt you were only qualified for 80% or 90% of the requirements? If there were 7 bullets listed under "skills", have you ever thought, "I am only familiar with 5 of these skills so I can't apply?" If you feel you … Continue reading Underqualified for the job. Why and when you should apply
Professionalize your LinkedIn URL for a more effective job search
Customized LinkedIn URL Ever wondered how your colleagues were able to get that cool customized LinkedIn URL? Were you hesitant to ask because you didn't want to appear like a total rook? Well you shouldn't feel that way, because tons of people don't know, which is why we're writing this post! LinkedIn provides a quick … Continue reading Professionalize your LinkedIn URL for a more effective job search
How Professionals Network
Professionals and executives network differently than most employees When searching for a job, professional executives don’t limit meetings to only those within their sphere. What do they know that we don't know? They are always meeting new people and are not hesitant to take meetings with people outside of their industry or connections. They look … Continue reading How Professionals Network