Maybe you think this isn’t a good time to job hunt? Conventional wisdom suggests everyone is too busy delving into the holiday season to focus on identifying and securing new candidates. Regardless, you want to look and feel your best. [Read more…] about Five ways to look and feel your best for holiday networking
How to use the holidays to network for your job hunt
Another holiday weekend, another opportunity to meet someone you never thought could help you with your job hunt! Be sure to take advantage of unexpected opportunities via in-person networking when you are eating hot dogs and watching fireworks. You never know what you could learn by chatting with a friend of a friend of a friend. 
Don’t put on your “I’m a job seeker” hat, but do think about ways to introduce yourself that make it clear what you offer and how you can solve problems for your targeted employer. Think about how you can pitch what you offer, not just what you WANT. Think about your value proposition — what you offer. Think about telling your story. Some preparation in advance is helpful — so prepare!
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Revisiting LinkedIn – new features for job seekers and networkers
When is the last time you spent time in LinkedIn? I know, it’s not *fun* like Facebook, and it doesn’t provide the instantaneous thrill of Twitter — sending out a message and immediately receiving a reply. [Read more…] about Revisiting LinkedIn – new features for job seekers and networkers