There’s no doubt LinkedIn is a crucial social network if you care about your career. A recent Jobvite study noted that 73 percent of all hires made through social networks were via LinkedIn and 41 percent of employee referrals for jobs involved LinkedIn. [Read more…] about How to be found in LinkedIn
Is job hopping an issue for job seekers?
Is job hopping an issue for job seekers? This was another of Quint Careers’ questions for those of us selected as “Career Masterminds” as part of their 15-year anniversary celebration. [Read more…] about Is job hopping an issue for job seekers?
Should you create an infographic resume?
Do you need an infographic resume? When you are looking for a job, it’s important to demonstrate what makes you unique. How (and why) are you different from every other, similarly qualified job seeker? What is the best way to make you stand out? [Read more…] about Should you create an infographic resume?
Research shows 9 million Americans, ages 44-70, now in “Encore” careers
I don’t usually post press releases on this blog, but I thought this information was good enough to share! I am on my way to San Francisco to attend and report on Civic Ventures’ Purpose Prize awards and conference, so stay tuned for additional information and advice regarding having an encore career, “combining purpose, passion and a paycheck.” [Read more…] about Research shows 9 million Americans, ages 44-70, now in “Encore” careers
New app lets you interact “live” on websites
We’ve all gotten used to being able to interact online by leaving comments or by chatting in real time on Twitter or Facebook, for example. But, now, with a new app called Tokkster, you can interact online with other people who are on the same website as you. [Read more…] about New app lets you interact “live” on websites