by Barbara Safani | Mar 7, 2020 | networking, social media for job search
To get the most out of your LinkedIn profile, make sure you do these four things: Complete Your Profile. Your profile is the “front door” to your LinkedIn account. First impressions matter — so make sure you’ve made your profile as complete as possible. As an added...
by Barbara Safani | Jan 7, 2020 | job search, networking, social media for job search
Don’t Dismiss LinkedIn as Something Only for People Who Are Looking For a New Job. The best time to build your LinkedIn profile, connect with people, and participate on LinkedIn is now — before you need it. If you find yourself suddenly unemployed and decide that now...
by Barbara Safani | Oct 26, 2018 | job search, networking, on-line identity, social media for job search
When you start a job search, reaching out to people you know for introductions and leads is critical. But it can be challenging to get a handle on and mobilize your network, particularly if it is large or if you have been out of touch with key contacts for a while. A...
by Barbara Safani | Mar 27, 2017 | career management, Happy About My Resume, interviews, networking, resume, salary negotiation, social media for job search
Spring is here and it’s time for some spring cleaning. That goes for your career strategy as well. Have you given any thought to trimming your bloated, outdated resume or banking some of your new networking contacts to help advance your job prospects this...
by Barbara Safani | May 31, 2016 | career management, interviews, networking, resume, social media for job search
I meet many job seekers who have never had to conduct a formal job search. After coaching over a thousand clients at every professional level and across practically every industry, I’ve found that most make the same rookie mistakes. If you’re looking for a new job,...
by Barbara Safani | Nov 11, 2015 | networking, on-line identity, social media for job search
Are you trying to look for a new job while employed and struggling with how to do so without attracting attention from your boss or other stakeholders at your current company? Our new ebook, Job Seeker’s Guide to a Confidential Job Search can help. Learn how to...
