Pitch perfect: expert tips to unlock the power of an elevator pitch
Heading to an alumni mixer or career fair? Having a 30-second pitch up your sleeve will help get your foot in the door and make valuable connections.
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Network for the job hunt
From small talk to strong connections: navigating the world of offline networking
Social media has infiltrated every facet of our lives, including our careers. Here's how to get back to basics and leverage in-person networking.
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New year, new networking ritual: how to leverage a fresh start on the job hunt
"Happy New Year! I'm looking for a job and it looks like you're hiring. Let's catch up!" Get your 2023 networking strategy right with these tips.
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Virtual job fairs: how to maximize your experience
Whether you're an introvert, have a jam-packed calendar, or want to try a new way to meet prospective employers, virtual job fairs could be for you.
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Private-mode on LinkedIn: is it useful and how does it work?
LinkedIn’s private mode can help you discretely stake out hiring managers and competing candidates for your dream job. Spy goggles at the ready!
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The benefits of having a mentor while looking for a job
We could all use a helping hand now and then, especially when it comes to looking for work. Having a career mentor may be exactly what you're missing.
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Weak ties theory: the secret ingredient of the job hunt
What if the secret to finding a job was through friends of friends, or colleagues of ex-colleagues? Meet your outer-circle network.
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5 ways to use social media to land a new job
To share or not to share? That is the question. How can you leverage your online presence when looking for a job—without appearing desperate?
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Social events vs. job fairs: what’s best for networking on the job hunt?
The age-old wisdom says the latter, but opinion is divided. We asked a range of professionals—from CEOs to former fair attendees—for their thoughts.
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Contacting employees at your potential workplace: 5 mistakes to avoid
Reaching out to employees at the company you’re applying to can help you gain valuable insights. Here’s how to go about contacting them the right way.
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The dos and don'ts of asking for a reference
A reference from a former a colleague can be the deciding factor behind your job application. Read how to get that perfect letter.
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Personal branding: Should you talk about yourself in the third person?
Candidates are always seeking ways to stand out from the crowd. So can referring to yourself in the third person be the strategy for you?
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Once upon a time, there was ‘me’: the art of storytelling on LinkedIn
Your summary on LinkedIn is like a snippet of your life. To guide you in writing your personal story, we met with a LinkedIn coach...
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Stop thinking you have no contacts! Who to turn to when looking for work
“It’s not what you know, but who you know."
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Shssh: Don’t put ‘looking for work’ in your LinkedIn title
Aurora Pulido from LinkedIn explains why sharing your job loss in your LinkedIn title can hurt your chances with recruiters.
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How to ask for a referral
Seeking out a referral can be a good way to get your foot in the door. Here are tips on how to go about getting one.
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The Power of Corporate Alumni Networks: Make Your Old Job Work For Your Future
Out of sight, out of mind? Not anymore. But do corporate alumni networks really give your career a boost? We decided to dig a little deeper...
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