Do you tweet? If you are a job seeker, Twitter just might help you find your next job. Recruiters are increasingly using Twitter to post job openings. But job seekers are also finding that posting on Twitter (tweeting) is a smart way to network, establish expertise and help others. Some tips for effective tweeting: Read More
Surefire Ways to Ruin a Networking Conversation
You’ve identified a great networking contact and set up a conversation. Whether at a networking event, a networking meeting, or a chance encounter, this is your big opportunity. Don’t blow it with these networking blunders:
Dull opening. Beginning a conversation with “How is it going?” is hardly compelling. Instead be prepared with a strong opening line that shows you have a clear purpose for the meeting and begins the conversation. Examples of interesting opening lines are, “You have a fascinating background and I would love to hear more about your career path,” or, “I’m very interested in the work you are doing and the skill set required.” At networking events you might try, “What brings you to this event?”
Don’t Ignore Smaller Companies in Your Job Search
Job seekers often focus their efforts on large firms with name recognition and, in the process, ignore smaller younger companies. However, by doing so, they are eliminating some good options. While looking for a job, you want to broaden your horizons and target a wide range of employers in your field of interest, regardless of size. Read More
Using Conversation Marketing When Networking
Today I’d like to share about an internet marketing strategy for businesses, called Conversation Marketing, and saw how it can also help job seekers with their job hunt.
I attended a talk by Ian Lurie, President of Portent Interactive, discussing SEO (Search Engine Optimization) for online content producers. Portent Interactive is a Seattle-based Internet Marketing and SEO company, helping businesses practice intelligent internet marketing. Read More
Video Friday: Face Time for Job Seekers
Face to face meetings are an important part of a successful job search. In today’s Friday Video, Jobfully’s Carrie Krueger explains why and tells how to get the most out of in person meetings. Read More
The Solution to Not Hearing Back
Whenever I get together with friends, the topic seems to turn to job and career. Over wine the other night, my friends Lars and Grace were sharing tales of their job searches. Lars has been out of work 11 months. Our evening out was a celebration for Grace who just wrapped up a brief job search, accepting an offer for a new position. Read More
The Cast of Characters at Networking Events
Networking events are a great way to meet new people, build connections and share your brand. As you do so, you are sure to run into many wonderful people. Unfortunately, you may also meet a few who have not learned the art of good manners and etiquette while networking. Here is a cast of characters you will want to avoid.
Job Search: Why Referrals Work
Job seekers know that networking is an important part of a job search. But just how important is it? The Salary Reporter and Jobvite, published this month, clearly demonstrates that networking is vital to your job search – and highlights some interesting networking possibilities you might not be fully taking advantage of. Read More
Good Manners During Job Search
With job search, as with life, it’s important to mind your P’s and Q’s. Good manners and proper etiquette go a long way toward helping you get hired. Or, at the very least, keep you from annoying people who might help you. Here are seven must-dos: Read More
Goal Setting For Your Job Search
A recent blog focused on “spring cleaning” your job search. To help with this process of revitalization, here are some ways to set goals to keep your job search efficient and productive.