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Job Search

Why Traditional Job Searches Fail — And What to Do Instead

Why Traditional Job Searches Fail — And What to Do Instead 

November 17, 2024 /

Let’s play a quick game of ‘Would You Rather’: Would you rather spend hours scouring job boards and tweaking your resume or have employers fighting to hire you? If you chose the latter (and who wouldn’t?), you’re in for a treat. Today, I’m diving into why being found is infinitely more powerful than chasing opportunities…

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Why your networking messages are being ignored

Why Your Networking Messages Are Being Ignored (And How to Fix That)

November 4, 2024 /

Remember when networking meant actually building relationships? While the tools for connecting have multiplied, meaningful professional relationships seem harder to build than ever. Your carefully crafted messages sit unanswered. Your connection requests are ignored. And that ideal role at your target company? Still feels frustratingly out of reach. But the data tells an interesting story.…

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Think Networking is Awkward? Here's What to Do Instead

Think Networking is Awkward? Here’s What to Do Instead

October 28, 2024 /

If the word networking makes you cringe, you’re not alone. A client recently shared she “dislikes the term networking because it has a slimy reputation.” The problem isn’t networking itself, though. The issue is that we’ve been taught to approach it like salespeople instead of relationship builders. There’s this whole outdated view of networking that…

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How to network with hiring managers on LinkedIn

How to Network with Hiring Managers on LinkedIn

October 13, 2024 /

With the emergence of different types of AI technology for hiring and job searching, it’s becoming even more important to nail down your networking skills. Increased access to tools that make applying easier for job seekers means an absurd increase in applications and it puts an even higher value on job search strategies – like…

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How These 5 LinkedIn Features Transform Your Profile into a High-Powered Recruiter Magnet

5 LinkedIn Features That Transform Your Profile into a High-Powered Recruiter Magnet

October 7, 2024 /

Did you know that 99% of job seekers aren’t using LinkedIn’s 50+ tools and features designed to accelerate their job search? After teaching, coaching, and working with thousands of job seekers, I’ve found that most have a sense that there’s more they could do to leverage LinkedIn; they just don’t know how or what that…

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How to Combat Fake Job Postings, Ghosting, and Drawn-Out Interview Processes

How to Combat Fake Job Postings, Ghosting, and Drawn-Out Interview Processes

May 26, 2024 /

The job market is tougher than it looks right now. The Wall Street Journal reports that the games employers play with job seekers are wreaking havoc on their self-worth. Companies are posting fake jobs to create a pipeline of candidates, drawing out interview processes, and ghosting candidates. These actions leave great candidates in the lurch,…

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