22 09, 2020

Why LinkedIn is So Important to your Career?
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Why LinkedIn is So Important to your Career?

General Job Search Advice, Networking, Resources for Job Seekers

Why LinkedIn is So Important to your Career?

jobs2020-09-22T13:27:09-04:00Categories: General Job Search Advice, Networking, Resources for Job Seekers|Tags: advice, career, career advice, careers, employee, employees, employer, Hiring, job, job advice, job hunt, job search, job seeker, job seekers, Jobs, linkedin, network, networking, Recruiter, Recruiters, resume, resumes, social media, tips|0 Comments

Everyone has been on, heard of, or simply looked at LinkedIn. Joining this platform is a step everybody knows is important when starting a career search-but why? It merges the functions of job search websites and personal profile websites, into one. It is ultimately an extension to your resume, while also acting as a virtual one. There may be a misconception that the platform is used by only those searching for jobs, however, many people from freelancers, to students, to employers and even the big shots such as Bill Gates have LinkedIn profiles. This makes it a powerful networking tool as well. [...]

27 08, 2020

Networking Online Do’s and Don’ts
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Networking Online Do’s and Don’ts

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Networking Online Do’s and Don’ts

jobs2020-08-28T09:01:13-04:00Categories: Uncategorized|Tags: advice, career, career advice, careers, employee, job, job search, job seeker, job seekers, linkedin, motivation, network, networking, productivity, questions, resume, resumes, social media, tips, work, workplace|0 Comments

With networking events very limited due to COVID-19, people must adapt to online networking. Knowing how to approach someone during such a crucial time may help you when you are least expecting it. […]

25 10, 2019

Link Roundup: What to Avoid in Your Elevator Pitch
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Link Roundup: What to Avoid in Your Elevator Pitch

Behind the Scenes, Link Roundups, Networking

Link Roundup: What to Avoid in Your Elevator Pitch

jobs2019-10-28T08:46:47-04:00Categories: Behind the Scenes, Link Roundups, Networking|Tags: About.me, elevator, elevator pitch, elevator speech, how to share what i do for work, network, networking, pitch, speech, spiel, work|0 Comments

What is an elevator pitch? According to MindTools, it’s “‘A brief, persuasive speech that you use to spark interest in what your organization does’. And should last no longer than a short elevator ride of 20 to 30 seconds, hence the name”. So how do you develop your own pitch and ensure it’s just the right length? We’ve got you covered. […]

4 10, 2019

Link Roundup: How to Avoid Awkward Networking Conversations
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Link Roundup: How to Avoid Awkward Networking Conversations

Behind the Scenes, Networking

Link Roundup: How to Avoid Awkward Networking Conversations

jobs2019-10-04T14:37:38-04:00Categories: Behind the Scenes, Networking|Tags: at work, awkward conversations, business events, business meetings, conversations, how to avoid awkward conversations, network, networking, relation, relationships, work, workplace|0 Comments

Building relationships at networking events, and in the workplace is crucial. Whether you are meeting potential clients or allies, you want to ensure you leave a great impression – and that starts with a great conversation. But what happens when your conversations start to become awkward? How do you redirect and save the conversation? Find out below. […]

9 05, 2019

“Are You Willing to Relocate?” How to Decide
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“Are You Willing to Relocate?” How to Decide

General Job Search Advice

“Are You Willing to Relocate?” How to Decide

Anthony Troia2019-06-20T12:10:04-04:00Categories: General Job Search Advice|Tags: accepting a job, alternatives, are you willing to relocate, compromise, job, job relocation, moving, negotiate, network, online reviews, relocate, relocation|0 Comments

“Are you willing to relocate?” the question can surprise you if you’re not expecting it. Being prepared for understanding how you feel about relocating for your career is important. You’re not going to have the same answer for every opportunity and every location – but knowing how to come to a decision will help make the process easier. Check out these things to consider, below! […]

6 05, 2019

Why Listening Is One of the Most Important Skills at Work (And How to Be Better at It)
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Why Listening Is One of the Most Important Skills at Work (And How to Be Better at It)

Job Efficiency, Networking

Why Listening Is One of the Most Important Skills at Work (And How to Be Better at It)

Anthony Troia2019-06-20T12:17:10-04:00Categories: Job Efficiency, Networking|Tags: better conversations, blog, communication, converse, conversing, how to be a better listener, listening, monday blog, network, networking, polite, Why listening is so important|0 Comments

Dr. Rachel Naomi Remen stated it perfectly, “The most basic and powerful way to connect to another person is to listen. Perhaps the most important thing we ever give each other is our attention”. Would you consider yourself a good listener? What constitutes being a good listener? Find out why listening is one of the most important skills, and how to be better at it, here. Check it out. […]

1 05, 2019

The Perks of Having a Nonlinear Career Path
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The Perks of Having a Nonlinear Career Path

General Job Search Advice, Job Efficiency, Motivation, Resources for Job Seekers

The Perks of Having a Nonlinear Career Path

Anthony Troia2019-06-20T12:20:07-04:00Categories: General Job Search Advice, Job Efficiency, Motivation, Resources for Job Seekers|Tags: blog, career, career path, careers, comfort zone, diverse, experience, finding your passion, job, Jobs, network, networking, nonlinear, passion, passionate, skills, variety|0 Comments

When you have an unconventional career path, it’s easy to feel intimidated or that you are not as experienced or qualified for positions you may be applying for. However, you want to look at your non-linear career path for the perks that it holds. Check out the perks of having a nonlinear career path below. Experience When you're trying out different careers that interest you, and positions that align with those interests – you want to look at these things as different “stages” in your life. And not necessarily different age milestone stages – but honing in on something [...]

25 02, 2019

8 Job Search Myths We’ve Debunked
8 Job Search Myths We’ve Debunked

General Job Search Advice

8 Job Search Myths We’ve Debunked

Anthony Troia2019-02-25T14:25:26-05:00Categories: General Job Search Advice|Tags: connection, connections, cover letter, cover letters, job search, length, myth, network, networking, resume, resumes|0 Comments

When you’re searching for a job, there are so many things to consider, so much advice given and so many rules that seem to pop up. Knowing what advice is accurate, and what’s considered a myth can help you with a more successful job search. Check out these 8 myths about job searching, below! […]

21 01, 2019

How to Get the Most out of a Career Fair
How to Get the Most out of a Career Fair

General Job Search Advice, Resources for Job Seekers, Resumes & Cover Letters

How to Get the Most out of a Career Fair

Anthony Troia2019-01-21T11:43:05-05:00Categories: General Job Search Advice, Resources for Job Seekers, Resumes & Cover Letters|Tags: career fair, career fair tips, how to prepare for a job fair, interview, job fair, job openings, Jobs, meeting, network, networking, networks, notes, preparing for a career fair, preparing for a job fair, tips for attending career fairs|0 Comments

Attending a career fair is a great opportunity. It allows you to meet with people, connect, expose yourself to new businesses, and even potentially land you a job. But you want to be prepared! We’ve compiled a list to help improve your career fair experience, below! […]

18 01, 2019

Link Roundup: The Next Level of Networking
Link Roundup: The Next Level of Networking

Behind the Scenes, Job Efficiency, Link Roundups, Networking

Link Roundup: The Next Level of Networking

Anthony Troia2019-01-18T07:55:43-05:00Categories: Behind the Scenes, Job Efficiency, Link Roundups, Networking|Tags: business networking, hosting a network event, link roundup, network, network contacts, network event, networking, networking 2019, networking events, networking online, networks, online networking, plane networking, planning a networking event, social media networking|0 Comments

Networking is extremely beneficial for your company and for your own personal growth. There are various locations and types of networking that you can utilize. Read on to find out how to maintain new contacts post-networking event, how to network on a plane, and more below! […]