Networking is the art of building and maintaining mutually beneficial relationships. Frequently when I coach people who are in a job search and we discuss networking within the context of job search, many will say "Does that really work?" Like anything else, networking requires a bit of practice and...
I Just Landed a New Job, so I’m Done Networking, Right?
After you find a new position, the relationships you developed during your search may continue to be important to your career. Here are a few suggestions for maintaining a viable network once you conclude your job search.Update contact information Be sure to send information on your new work locatio...
So What Does That Recruiter Really Think of Your Resume?
Jason Alba of Jibber Jobber is hosting a "resume critique extravaganza" over on the Jibber Jobber blog and the invited guests are recruiters and resume experts. Each "judge" is weighing in and offering opinions on one anonymous job seeker's resume content and design. OK, it's not exactly American Id...
Not for Profit Salary Survey
I've blogged before about the importance of sourcing industry-relevant salary information to support a candidate's salary negotiation conversations. The Compensation Force blog has a post on a recent New York non-profit salary survey done by PNP, a staffing firm specializing in the non-profit sector...
Wanted: Companies With Strong Employer Brands
Personal branding has become a hot topic among savvy job seekers over the past few years. Organizations with forward-thinking recruiting strategies are now applying the concepts of personal branding to attract top talent and many marketing experts including Seth Godin have blogged on how to market a...
Sudden Death From Too Many Resume Bullets
Bulleted lists are often used on resumes to highlight specific talking points and areas of achievement. But too frequently bullets are misused and they end up diminishing the impact of the talking points rather than enhancing them. Here are a few common mistakes candidates make when using bullet poi...