While the news about the growth of the independent workforce continues to hit the blogosphere and traditional media outlets, some job seekers still haven’t embraced the opportunity to actively focus on sustainable, independent work. [Read more…] about Why freelancing is here to stay
How to make yourself indispensable at work
When you look around your office, you probably see people you could manage without. And maybe you’re asking yourself, “How essential am I at work?”
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4 things to try on LinkedIn
You know you should be using LinkedIn to create your digital footprint – what people know about you online. You signed up and created a profile, but opportunities are not flooding in. Are you making mistakes on LinkedIn or missing something important? Here are four things you can do to use LinkedIn more effectively. [Read more…] about 4 things to try on LinkedIn
6 steps to new networking contacts
You know networking is one of the most effective ways to land a job. When you have a referral, it’s more likely that someone will review your résumé, and you are statistically more likely to win an interview when someone you know suggests your name for an opportunity. [Read more…] about 6 steps to new networking contacts
Why you should freelance
In today’s economy, it isn’t always possible to land a traditional, 9-to-5 position in your target field. Many employers are hiring part-time or contract workers to handle the projects and work that full-time employees once did. As a result, competition is fierce, and, in some industries, it may be futile to search for typical jobs. [Read more…] about Why you should freelance