Quick Tips for Improving Your Elevator Pitch
No matter where you are in your career, your elevator pitch is an essential tool in your “how to get ahead” arsenal. How well you describe yourself in those first few moments of meeting someone is immeasurably important. It takes only 7 seconds to make a first impression, so your opening lines need to be […]
From Freelance to Full-time on LinkedIn
Throughout the past several years, the challenging job market and growing acceptance for working virtually have led to a boom in freelancing and contract positions. Many job seekers eagerly took on these roles and thrived in them. If you’ve been a freelancer, consultant or contractor and are now ready to work full time again, here […]
3 Secrets of Non-Verbal Communication
It’s been said a zillion times, but it’s true: It’s not just what you say; it’s how you say it. The tone with which you deliver your words, the way you stand and the all-important eye contact connection express information that words cannot. The most successful people I know aren’t just great thinkers or creative […]
Master LinkedIn in 5 Blog Posts or Less
Serving as LinkedIn’s Ambassador for the past four years has been an exciting opportunity to connect with people around the world and recognize how much, as LinkedIn would say, “relationships matter.” I’ve talked with job seekers, recruiters, executives and professionals like you about the best strategies to build profiles and network with a growing community […]
Opting in? Leaning in? Whatever you choose, protect your tomorrow.
Note: I am a spokesperson for The Hartford’s My Tomorrow Campaign. The New York Times Magazine recent article, “The Opt-Out Generation Wants Back In,” followed up their much-talked about “The Opt-Out Revolution” 10 years ago and offered several conclusions about the impact of leaving one’s career. However, one conclusion not drawn in story was how […]
Five Key Takeaways from Promote Yourself by Dan Schawbel
My friend and fellow Gen Y enthusiast, Dan Schawbel, published his latest book this week, Promote Yourself: The New Rules for Career Success. Here are my five favorite takeaways from the book. But trust me, they only scratch the surface of the great advice in this book! 1.) The rules of engagement have changed: 15% […]
LinkedIn Profiles vs. Resumes: What’s the Difference?
A question I am often asked in my duties as LinkedIn’s Ambassador is, “Should my LinkedIn profile read the same as my resume?” The answer is both yes and no. Here’s a breakdown: LinkedIn Profiles and Resumes: The Similarities 1.) Sections. As Martin Yate explains in his post on this subject, you can get a […]
3 Career Tips to Upgrade Your Quarter Life
Your 20s and 30s are a defining set of decades in your life. You make choices about your career, your friendships, your romantic relationships, your finances and your home that help shape the trajectory of your life. If you’re feeling the pressure to make the “right” choices or to do the “right” things, you’re not […]
Why The Generation Gap is Great for Your Career
We have entered an exciting time in the evolution of the workplace. With the Millennial generation (those born approximately 1982-1995, a.k.a. Generation Y) entering the workforce in large numbers and the delay in retirement for many Baby Boomers, today’s office space is often being shared by different generations. There has been a lot of discussion around […]
Build Your Personal Brand by Supporting Your Employer’s Brand
Today’s post is from my friend and colleague, William Arruda. Dubbed the “Personal Branding Guru” by Entrepreneur, William is the founder of Reach and author of Ditch. Dare. Do! He is credited with turning the concept of personal branding into a global industry. Check out the podcast interview I did with William about getting from college […]