When it comes to your career, everyone needs advice. But it’s not always easy to find honest people who will challenge you, help you and are willing to share their secret wisdom, skills, and expertise with you. In fact, PwC’s 2015 Global CEO Survey found 73 percent of CEOs said job candidates not possessing desired skills …
LinkedIn. A bit of a beast, but also the best way forward when you’re on the job hunt. Here are some hacks most of the other candidates aren’t using. 1. Use the “See Who’s Viewed Your Profile” tool to your advantage We know. It’s embarrassing. But you can use that creepy tracking system to get …
Down with hours long networking events and conferences. Long live speed networking. In our fast-paced world, efficiency and clarity are prized qualities. It’s not much different in the networking world. In fact, efficient networking can help build stronger, more nuanced, longer lasting connections. Here are three tactics for leveraging networking techniques that take less time …
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Most of us get as excited about networking as we do about a root canal. But the thing is, it’s a pretty big deal. There’s a not-so-secret secret to job hunting that a lot of people like to ignore: when it comes to your career, “pull” is just as important, if not more important, than …
Q&A with EK Careers: What’s the best way to apply for a job? This week I had a client contact me this week with a question I get asked often. I decided it was prime-time to share the question and answer with all my readers. Chances are you’ve wondered about this yourself. Hi Erica, I wanted …
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I go to a lot of coffee dates. I mean a lot. And I live in Seattle, so that’s saying something. In fact, I say yes to everyone who asks me to coffee. Usually they want jobs. Often they want connections. Frequently they want ideas. But sometimes, they just need someone to listen. Looking for a job …
By now, you already know why LinkedIn is vital to your job search. As the fifth fastest-growing social network in the world, LinkedIn reaches far and wide, and the sheer number of users on the site means you have to ramp up your efforts to stand out. Of course, there’s a right way to stand out. …
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Whether you’re looking for a new job, or seeking business opportunities, networking events are a great way to create contacts in the industry. There’s no use in attending an event if all you do is spend your time checking out the array of refreshments on offer, without actually speaking to anyone. In order to make it worth your …
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After recruiters look at your photo, your LinkedIn headline is the next item they scan in their search results. Because of this, a well-crafted, professional headline plays a critical role in convincing a recruiter to click through to your full profile to learn more about you. Screw your headline up and they might never get …
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You know how to research companies, how to tweak your resume and even how to answer tough interview questions. But do you really know how to follow-up after the interview? If you’ve been invited to interview it means the company is already interested in you. You will either seal the deal or blow the show. What …
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