What Should I Do If I Think I Am Going to Lose My Job Because of the Coronavirus Pandemic?
It is an understatement to say that we are living in frightening and uncertain times. As the economy plunges, millions of people have already lost their jobs and many others are wondering if they are going to lose their jobs in the coming weeks and months. Although the situations are obviously very different, I lived […]
This Is Your New Career Superpower
Over the years I have discovered a daily practice that acts like nothing short of a superpower for your career. It makes employees invaluable to their associates and clients. It helps job seekers stand out. And it ensures you always have a steady flow of interesting conversation topics, whether you find yourself at a […]
URL vs. IRL: How Should You Build Your Personal Brand?
As a professional today, your online image is essential. It’s just as likely that a potential client will “meet” you through a Google search as at a professional conference. Or, if you’re job hunting, that a recruiter will view your credentials on the LinkedIn® app as on a paper resume. Every professional must craft and […]
Now Trending in the Millennial Workplace
In my “Now Trending” series, I curate five recently published articles that capture the future of work or embrace the Millennial mindset. Share your favorite articles of the week in a comment! Should Companies Make Space in the Boardroom for Generation Y? In this debate article from Director magazine, two senior level professionals argue the […]
Now Trending in the Millennial Workplace
In my “Now Trending” series, I curate five recently published articles that capture the future of work or embrace the Millennial mindset. Share your favorite articles of the week in a comment! 5 Surprisingly Easy Ways to Motivate Millennials at Work I love this Forbes piece by fellow She’s the First board member Denise Restauri […]
How to Conquer Your Job Search on LinkedIn in 15 Minutes a Day
Welcome to the busiest season of the year: schedules are filled with holiday shopping, end-of-year planning, get-togethers, winter weather prep, and so much more. It can be difficult to keep on top of your job search when the rest of life is so busy. My best advice is to create a simple, consistent job search […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
How to Tap Your LinkedIn Network for Your Next Opportunity
A recruiter once told me that he always has two stacks of resumes on his desk: one super tall stack of resumes he receives unsolicited from the Internet and one very short stack of resumes that have been passed along from people he knows and trusts. Not surprisingly, when this recruiter has a job to […]