Career Advice
Guest Post: 5 Tips for Perfecting Your Elevator Pitch
The elevator pitch – seldom actually delivered in elevators, it is a staple of professional networking. It can be challenging to sum up what you do, who you do it for and why you do it in 30 seconds or so. The challenge, however, is not insurmountable. This post provides 5 tips for perfecting your elevator pitch.
Avoid These Negative Pitfalls During The Interview
It’s all about attitude – a positive attitude, that is. Your task in the interview is to prove that you’re the best qualified candidate for the job while showing that you possess a great attitude that will complement the organization. That means keeping your comments extremely positive and avoiding topics that can be perceived as negative.
Video Post: Tips on Writing a Fantastic Résumé
Take a look at my short video on writing a fantastic resume. Always remember that your resume should be visually appealing, targeted to the position that you’re seeking and focused on your accomplishments. Don't forget those strong action verbs and industry buzz words!
How to Land a Job Without Looking!
It’s possible to land a job without even looking for one. In addition to the active things that you do in your job search such as actively applying to job openings, you can do a few simple things that will help your network help you find your next job.
Networking Strategies for Wallflowers
What does the introvert or self imposed wallflower need to do in order to be successful at networking? Some strategies include finding the other introverts at the event and bringing a friend with you to break the ice.
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Companies never stop marketing their products. And, you shouldn’t either. You are your number #1 product. Therefore, you should always self-market.