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11/11/11--11:18: #TruSanFran Conference Update (chan 2513567)

A few weeks ago, I had the opportunity to meet some of the industries top recruiting professionals in San Fransisco, at BranchOut’s offices, for what is known as an “Unconference”. (I always like to understand how recruiters use social media to find talent, so that I can report back to you on ways you can better optimize your job seeking
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11/11/11--13:25: The Problem with Being “Open” (chan 2513567)

If I were only able to provide just one nugget of advice that would dramatically alter each client’s job search efforts and lead to quicker success, it would be this: Stop being “Open.” Continue reading →


11/11/11--21:34: Cyber-Vetting: Is It Happening to You? (chan 2513567)

The fact that a lot of information is available about you online in various places might not be news to you. You might even know or suspect that employers check you out online after you apply to them. However, you might not know the extent of what is or can be done and its potential [...]


11/12/11--09:52: Workers More Interested in Changing Jobs, Firms Say (chan 2513567)

In a number of sectors, workers are giving more consideration to switching jobs - a likely sign that people are growing more confident in the health of the job market. Technology consulting firm Capgemini, for example, reported recently that employee...


11/13/11--20:18: The Newest LinkedIn Updates & Stats (and how they can transform your job search). (chan 2513567)

In September I launched a weekly group & workshop, the Carerfolk café dedicated to helping people get a grip on the social media tools that have revolutionized the job search and career management. I’m talking specifically about LinkedIn, Twitter & Facebook. Indeed, I am a bit of an evangelist because the more I learn about [...]


11/13/11--22:26: Four Tips for Career Change Cover Letters (chan 2513567)

A client recently asked, “How do you write a cover letter for a job you have no experience in? It can be difficult to write a cover letter for a position when you don’t have any previous experience in that field.” Employers tend to favor candidates with linear careers and those who have proved themselves [...]


11/14/11--05:50: How Open Are YOU to Asking for Help? (chan 2513567)

There is ALWAYS someone willing to help you or "hear you out." Highly effective people understand this and draw upon their contact network -- their friends, family members, colleagues, business advisors, mentors, coaches, etc. -- in time of need. Asking...


11/14/11--09:18: The future of jobs – 12 Industries set to boom (chan 2513567)

10 years ago we didn’t have Facebook. 10 years before that, we didn’t have the consumer web. 1000s of new job titles have spawned from new technology, globalisation and cultural shifts in the last few years alone. So what jobs … Continue reading →


11/14/11--11:00: The most-annoying writing mistakes [INFOGRAPHIC] (chan 2513567)

This great infographic appeared on Ragan, which you can see here: Ragan’s Infographic   These are writing issues I’ve encountered while putting together my book, Job Searching With Social Media For Dummies as well as when I write for Career Enlightenment. I thought you might enjoy this as well. Which writing mistake annoys communicators the most? Cliches? Bad punctuation? We
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11/14/11--11:59: Nonprofit Jobs on the Rise (chan 2513567)

If you haven’t previously considered working for a nonprofit organization, you might be interested to know that as of a month or so ago, that sector was adding jobs while others were shedding them like mad. It’s true that there’s often a noticeable gap between salaries in the for-profit and nonprofit arenas, but sometimes other [...]


11/17/11--18:27: Seven Things You Don’t Want to Have on Your Resume (chan 2513567)

While every job seeker is unique, here are some general items I recommend leaving off of your resume to achieve optimal results. 1. Objectives Most hiring managers I talk to are not interested in reading resume objectives. Frequently objectives sound very cliched and they rarely communicate what a candidate can do for an employer. Instead, [...]


11/18/11--11:52: Research Target Companies on LinkedIn (chan 2513567)

By now, I’m assuming you’re already a member of the LinkedIn community. This post is about a way to make that membership work even better for you when you conduct a job search or want to improve your career management techniques. I believe anything that could give you a head-start on the competition for desirable [...]


11/18/11--14:12: Job Search Resources (chan 2513567)

The infinite number of job search resources available can be overwhelming! Recognizing those that will be of benefit will save you a significant amount time and help you to succeed in driving your career in the right direction. A financial investment for  professional services and memberships, provided you’ve done your due diligence to ensure the [...]


11/18/11--14:47: Twitter – a Must for Association Professionals! (chan 2513567)

If you’re in the association industry and you’re not on Twitter, you’re missing out on a huge opportunity. Association professionals seem to be among the most active posters in the Twitterverse, and much of the content I’ve seen is highly … Continue reading →


11/20/11--18:14: Networking With a School or Corporate Alumni Connection (chan 2513567)

One of the best ways to foster a networking relationship is through a school or corporate alumni connection. Such connections are considered warm leads because a certain degree of relationship already exists. Warm leads are more viable than cold calls where no relationship is present. Members of the same affinity group are often more likely to help [...]


11/21/11--06:55: Five Secrets of Corporate Interviewers (chan 2513567)

When a candidate makes it to the interview stage they breathe a sigh of relief knowing that the job search strategies they have implemented are working, at least to this point. But wait. The interview can make or break a hiring decision. As a jobseeker, you may have read articles about what you need to [...]


11/21/11--09:13: How to Use a 9 Box Talent Management Model to Assess Your Future Potential (chan 2513567)

Remember your first day – in what was identified by peers as the hardest class with the toughest professor – in your freshman college year? The professor with the scary reputation always started the class with “Look to your right; look to your left.  One of you will not be here by the end of [...]


11/21/11--13:38: Are Resumes Dead? (chan 2513567)

Occasionally I read something by a recognized expert on employment issues or job search techniques, suggesting—or plainly stating—that resumes are dead and job seekers shouldn’t bother using a resume to secure their next position. If you’re sitting there staring at your shiny new resume, especially if you’ve just paid a professional to create it, you [...]


11/22/11--06:19: Every Day is a Chance to Choose — Choose Wisely…. (chan 2513567)

"Every day is a chance to choose." -- This is a powerful quote from Ishita Gupta, and a friendly reminder to .... make GREAT choices today! Choose to focus on the important. Choose to work free from distraction. Choose to...


11/22/11--22:12: What Does Your Wallet Say About You During an Interview? (chan 2513567)

My male clients often ask me questions about appropriate interview dress. Most know to wear a suit and tie and polish their shoes. But I recently read a great post by Ann Lindsay of Style of Success, an image consulting firm specializing in men, titled What Does Your Wallet Say About You? If you think [...]