Should You Pay for LinkedIn® Premium?
First, LinkedIn is arguably the most valuable resource for networking, building business or finding job opportunities available today. The real question is, “Are you maximizing LinkedIn basic?” In other words,…
“Never Let a Crisis Go to Waste” – Winston Churchill
“If it looks like you're overreacting, you’re probably doing the right thing” – Anthony Fauci Act now as if you lost your job and you’re probably doing the right…
4-Steps to Take Control of Your Career Now
The world, as we knew it, has taken a dramatic turn in the past few weeks. And the uncertainty of the future will probably be with us for months or…
Hey 1st Connections… yeah, I’m talking to you!
We’re about to hit some pretty hard times. Projected unemployment numbers are predicted to hit 20% or more in the not-too-distant future. There are going to be people reaching out…
Everyone is in Career Transition
Yes, you’re in career transition. Or you should be. Today’s definition for career transition is not only about being between jobs. It should include planning for your next position.…
How to get Help for Your Job Search
You need to be crystal clear in your job search, from your personal marketing materials to asking people for help. Keep it Short, but Sweet... and Interesting First, you must…
The Trickiest Interview Question for the Older Job Candidate
“Aren’t you overqualified for this role?” This question is wrought with peril. You can feel yourself getting more tense. They might as well have said, “aren’t you too old for…
Are You a First Connection On LinkedIn®?
If you are a first connection to someone on LinkedIn and they message you with a request, you have a professional obligation to respond. If you don’t feel this is…
The Sher Way to Simplifying the Job Search Through TRUST: Resume
(This is part 2 of The Sher Way to "Simplifying Your Job Search through TRUST” which is an acronym for Take Inventory, Resume, Understanding Social Media, STARS, Trust the Process)…
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3 Things to do NOW to Manage Your Career
You may be working now but look around you. How many friends, family members or colleagues have experienced being out of work recently? The days of staying with one company…