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Networking

6 Ways to Right Executive Networking Wrongs

May 10, 2012 /

Studies show that networking is a crucial part of the executive job-seeking process. While positions can be obtained by submitting a resume and cover letter, it’s much more common for friends and associates to help executive candidates get in the door. If you haven’t been taking networking seriously, it’s time to take the steps necessary…

Networking Myths Vs The Reality

February 20, 2012 /

In spite of the demonstrated value of networking as a primary job search technique, many people have a very hard time grasping the concept. They may recognize its value for other people, yet they do not think that they have the personal characteristics to put it all together. If you consider yourself one of the…

Finding Executive Networking Success in the Field

December 5, 2011 /

The Internet has been booming for well over a decade, offering amazing opportunities for everyone to find success, including job seekers looking for work.  One reason job seeking has become so easy online is because of enhanced networking options such as LinkedIn and Twitter. The simplicity and convenience of online networking has left many job…

Does Your LinkedIn Profile Serve as a Good Resume Supplement?

November 17, 2011 /

A job search can easily move at a fast pace; so fast, in fact, that we don’t consider the importance of the steps we take in the process.  This can be true of searching for jobs, writing resumes and cover letters, and even choosing the companies to which we submit. LinkedIn has quickly become an…

How Twitter Hashtags Can Help You Find a Position

November 4, 2011 /

Everyone probably remembers the first time they heard about Twitter and about how young people were throwing around their one-liners about sitting on the porch, walking to the mailbox, walking back to the porch, sitting down …well, you get the picture.  But since that time, Twitter has evolved into an amazing resource for companies seeking…

5 Ways to Make Your Executive Thank-You Letter Count

September 15, 2011 /

Networking skills are of extreme importance when functioning at any spot on the corporate ladder, but as an executive you have even more work to do.  As you know, a part of networking is communicating after you’ve completed the interviewing process.  This can easily be accomplished by sending out a thank-you letter. Thank-you letters show…