Essential Job Search Networking Skill — Sorry, Mom!
Probably your mom, like mine, told you not to talk to strangers. But in certain situations when you’re networking, you may want to think about ignoring mom. Just for a moment. You may also want to ignore Linkedin’s scary (did the Linkedin mom write this?) rule: don’t connect with people you don’t know. Yikes, isn’t…continue reading…
Job Search networking like crazy and wondering why still no job leads?
When I first started networking in my first job search, I was disappointed when I realized that most people wouldn’t have great job leads for me. Even after I got specific about the kind of position I wanted and had a reasonably good career brand statement, it seemed that almost no one knew about any…continue reading…
Job search networking: They never got back to me!
It can be difficult to know what to do when people who offer some kind of help for your job search and then don’t follow through. I’ve found that if people offer to help you, they almost always intend to do it. And then there is that big thing that can get in the way…continue reading…
A Backward Secret to Job Search Networking Into The Hidden Job Market
Job seekers often tell me “I’m worried if I am too specific when I’m asking for assistance, I’ll miss out on hearing about all available opportunities.” I can certainly relate to people who are concerned that if they are too specific when they ask for assistance in their job search, they will miss out on…continue reading…
Launch your job search networking into the hidden job market with this song (even if you can’t sing)
You may find it easier to develop an overall strategy after using this list that lets you get started right now. A body in motion tends to stay in motion—it’s a beautiful thing. I originally drafted this to be sung to the 12 days of Xmas (with apologies to…well, just about everyone). The good news…continue reading…
How to “up” your attitude in job search–fast!
Job search can be such a difficult time, and at the same time, you have to be upbeat, positive and self-confident. Here is a simple technique (and cameo appearance by ZK!) you can do anywhere in just a few seconds. Do it before making those important phone calls, going in to an important networking meeting…continue reading…
Networking into the Hidden Job Market to Change Industries
This strategy can be extremely useful when you would like to change industries. You can’t assume that the person you’re talking to will automatically be able to see why your experience in industry A will be an asset to him in industry B. Don’t leave this quantum leap in thinking to your interviewer or person…continue reading…
