Just in the last two weeks, I’ve spoken with four people in the process of changing careers; people who want to do something entirely different than what they have been doing for years. They are searching for their “encore career.” Read more…
Here is the second story in the series, Real People and Their Stories. I hope Susan’s story offers hope, courage and inspiration to people wanting to find meaning and purpose in their work. Written by SZRobins “If you do what you Read more…
Remember, networking is a two way street. Networking isn’t just about you. It is about the two of you. You are there to gather information, resources and additional referrals and to build a relationship. You hope this person is able Read more…
Prepare for an informational or networking meeting as if it were an interview. You only have one chance to make a first impression. We’ve all heard this a million times but remember it well. Picture this: You are meeting a Read more…
Use social media as an aid, not a crutch. Reach out to friends and colleagues you know well and ask for referrals to people who might be able to help you. You can absolutely reach out to your connections on Read more…
Get your face in the place! Did you know that more than 70% of today’s jobs have been obtained through personal recommendation or personal referral? Our perception of others is determined not only by what they say, but how they say Read more…
In one of our Career Ring™ sessions, participants were asked to reach out to someone who had been referred to them to request an informational interview. I was surprised when one of our participants, a highly motivated, high achieving graduate student, Read more…
Have times changed so much that thank you notes or emails are no longer necessary or expected? I don’t think so. In the last month, I’ve been asked to speak with and help three young people: one graduating senior and Read more…
This post is written by Nancy Settle-Murphy and Sheryl Lindsell-Roberts. For the first time in the history of the workplace, organizations need to accommodate the contrasting communication styles of four distinct generations. Although they go by a variety of names, Read more…
Myth: If I get a college degree, I will get a good job. Fact: About 1.5 million, or 53.6 percent, of bachelor’s degree-holders under the age of 25 last year were jobless or underemployed. Myth: I will find a job through one of Read more…