Networking is a skill that can help you develop and build long‐lasting business and social relationships. As with most skills, networking can be done well – and it can be done poorly, perhaps to the detriment of your career. Here are the 16 most common networking mistakes to avoid: 1. You Think You Don't Know...
A few months before Albert Einstein unexpectedly passed away, William Miller, an editor for LIFE magazine paid the genius a visit on a personal errand. William’s son, Pat had recently become bogged down in a sort of “philosophical nihilism,” asking himself what significance there was to human endeavor if the universe was dying? Trying to...
Consider your current job for a minute. Is it the last one you'll ever have? Well, unless you hit the lottery or get hit by a bus tonight, the answer is likely no. Even if you're perfectly happy in your current job today, you're still probably going to leave it - someday. So, what are...
I came across this short article and realized that this is what we’re referring to when we write about Value Based Networking. If you’re a bridge builder as described below, you’ll have no difficulty creating deep, wonderful relationships that will drive your future. Are You a Bridge Builder? There are two kinds of people in...
In today’s dog-eat-dog world, where the competition is high and the stakes are even higher, landing a decent, well-paying job may be the only thing that would keep you afloat. But we all know that it is easier said than done. Job hunting is a job in itself. However, knowing how to optimize your search...
In the frenzy and chaotic world today, it’s so easy to get lost in the bluster of living from one day and lose sight of your end goals. While beating deadlines is enough to get you from week to week, building relationships and nurturing your reputation can get you further in the long term. Below...
What was your first “real” job? Do you remember it? Of course you do. Mine was post-college, auditing newspaper circulation for advertisers, in an industry I didn’t know, working with people significantly older than me, dealing with department heads who were proud members of the old-boys club. Due to my despised job function ("I just...
You apply to job listings and don't get an interview. You call on hopeful leads, but they vanish. You're working hard, but you can't seem to find the door to your bright future. Those statements are paraphrased from David Bradford's book, Up Your Game: 6 Timeless Principles for Networking Your Way To The Top. If you...
Disclaimer: Rated VS for Very Vague Spoilers. Not too long ago the “Game of Thrones” season five premiere captured the imagination of 8 million viewers. Once again, we were returned to the political wrangling and the whispered plots that drive the realm of Westeros. One by one, powerful families attempt to maneuver themselves into positions...
I would love to work for LinkedIn. The company has a great product, treats its employees well, and both reviews and surveys indicate the company has a good culture. Not to mention the commute from my home to their headquarters would be about three minutes. I sent my resume and cover letter to apply for...
