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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...
Amy Leighton
Mar 22, 20212 min read
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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...
Amy Leighton
Mar 15, 20212 min read
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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...
Amy Leighton
Mar 9, 20212 min read
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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...
Amy Leighton
Mar 3, 20212 min read
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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...
Amy Leighton
Feb 23, 20212 min read
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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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Jan 12, 20212 min read
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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 22, 20202 min read
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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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Dec 8, 20202 min read
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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 25, 20202 min read
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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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Nov 11, 20202 min read
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How to Research a New Career Before Making a Change
If you’re unhappy in your current job, or you find yourself with no choice but to look for a new career, there are some steps you can...
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Sep 30, 20202 min read
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How to Start a Career in a Field You Have No Experience In
With so many career options available today, wanting to make a career change is pretty common. What is less common is trying to switch...
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Sep 8, 20202 min read
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Three Difficult Things About Changing Careers
The idea of changing careers is appealing to many. In the distant past, it was common for employees (usually men as women didn’t have...
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Sep 2, 20202 min read
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How Soft Skills Are Used in the Job Search
When you have a job and do it well, it obviously takes lots of different skills sets. When we first think of skills, we may think of...
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Aug 5, 20202 min read
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Three Tips for Listing Soft Skills on Your Resume
Soft skills are the less tangible attributes we have in life and at work. They may include abilities to communicate well or the talent to...
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Jul 29, 20202 min read
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How to Use LinkedIn to Find a New Job During the Coronavirus Pandemic
LinkedIn is a powerful tool that is underutilized by many who use the platform. With over 130 million U.S. users alone, the number of...
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Jun 3, 20202 min read
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Challenges Facing Employers About Remote Work During the Coronavirus Pandemic
The coronavirus pandemic has changed the landscape of work for now and maybe forever. For nearly every company that is able to transition...
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May 19, 20202 min read
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Creative Ways to Network During Social Distancing and the Coronavirus Pandemic
The coronavirus epidemic has created an interesting landscape for job hunting, and many people may now be out of a job and searching for...
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May 6, 20202 min read
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Opportunities to Network in Unexpected Places
Opportunities to Network in Unexpected Places Networking is simply the activity of connecting with another person in hopes of finding a...
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Feb 26, 20202 min read
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What to Consider When Networking in Unusual Situations
Networking is the act of trying to connect with another person to obtain some kind of lead or an “in” with a person or business. It is an...
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Feb 18, 20202 min read
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