Getting a Job Takes Work, So Here’s Everything You Should Be Doing to Network for a Job
It can be easy to think landing a job should not take the work it does. After all, you have the education and some experience, so...
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Amy Leighton
- Mar 23
- 2 min
Why Networking is About More than Attending Networking Events
If you don’t know how to work a room, networking can be a daunting activity. But, it doesn’t have to be. Networking involves more than...
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Amy Leighton
- Feb 8
- 2 min
Using Your Story to Build Your Network When Meeting New People
Let’s face it, some people are more comfortable networking than others. But, if you’re working in any capacity, it’s a critical activity....
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Amy Leighton
- Dec 30, 2022
- 2 min
How to Prepare for Your Job Search During Winter Break
We all look forward to our holiday breaks. They are a great time to relax and spend time with friends and family. While that’s important,...
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- Jul 19, 2022
- 2 min
How to Use Your Emotional Intelligence for Better Networking
When you hear the word networking, you may think of a scheduled event where you take your résumé and elevator pitch and be ready to small...
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Amy Leighton
- Jul 5, 2022
- 3 min
How to Become Career Independent
As we enter the month of July and celebrate Independence Day, we can’t help but consider what the word “independence” means. When you’re...
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Amy Leighton
- Jun 28, 2022
- 3 min
How to prepare for an in-person and online interview – and tips on how to ace them!
So you’ve earned yourself an interview with a company you’ve been eyeing – congratulations! Now it’s time to prepare yourself to make a...
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Amy Leighton
- May 11, 2022
- 2 min
Networking for a New Job Like a Pro
New job opportunities are sometimes found just by word of mouth. This is where networking comes in handy. Networking can be done...
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Amy Leighton
- Apr 5, 2021
- 2 min
How to Network Your Way into a Job Interview
According to BusinessInsider.com, up to 80 percent of those looking for jobs find their new position through networking. After all, as...
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Amy Leighton
- Mar 30, 2021
- 2 min
How to Have Your Friends and Family Help You Find A New Job
Do you find yourself unhappy in your job or jobless at the moment? In this situation, your network of connections is one of the most...
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Amy Leighton
- Mar 22, 2021
- 2 min
How to Gain an Interview from a Network Connection
Did you ever have a meeting go so well that it lead to unexpected results? If you play your cards right, the next networking event you...
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Amy Leighton
- Mar 15, 2021
- 2 min
The Best Ways to Become an Effective Networker
Networking is about connecting people for mutual benefit. The highly social likely find it invigorating while the shy might dread the...
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Amy Leighton
- Mar 9, 2021
- 2 min
How to Overcome Typical Challenges of Networking
Because networking is such a social activity, there are people who will struggle with it. Those who are shy, not very well connected or...
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Amy Leighton
- Mar 3, 2021
- 2 min
Why Networking is Critical for Your Career
When people think about the process of networking, some get excited while others fill with dread. The excitement (or not) about...
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Amy Leighton
- Feb 23, 2021
- 2 min
How to Overcome Fears About Networking Events
Because networking is primarily a social event, some people feel they just aren’t cut out for it. If you find yourself in this position...
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- Jan 12, 2021
- 2 min
Setting Goals for the New Year When Looking for a New Job
January 1 of each year propels us to set resolutions. Whether it’s to get in shape or start a new diet, the new year has a built-in...
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- Dec 22, 2020
- 2 min
Steps to Take When Considering an Energy Career
Renewable energy is a hot sector for jobs. With all the things humans like to do, energy is required for a lot of our activities. Because...
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- Dec 8, 2020
- 2 min
How to Navigate Finding a Job in the Nonprofit Field
Pursuing a career in the nonprofit world can lead you on a non-traditional path. A more traditional career path may include climbing the...
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- Nov 25, 2020
- 2 min
How to Tell Your Story During a Job Interview
It’s common knowledge that you should do your research before going to a job interview. You research the company’s background, beginnings...
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- Nov 11, 2020
- 2 min
How to Talk About Your Strengths and Weaknesses in Interviews
While every job interview is different, there are common questions you can expect to be asked in each one. A type of question you can...
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