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. […]
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. […]
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. […]
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 [...]
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! […]
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! […]
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! […]
Networking tends to get a bad wrap. However, it is how we expand our reach, create friendships, build trust and gain new business. Find out different ways to network and how to make it more enjoyable for all personality types, in this week’s round of links, below! […]
Social media has become a powerful way to communicate both personally and professionally. It has even become a useful tool for recruiters and employers. Recruiters are using social media to learn more about a candidate before meeting them and deciding if they are the right fit for the position they’re seeking. Having a social media profile that is public and not professionally-friendly could cost you a job! Always be aware of what you’re posting; anyone online can see it! Keep reading to find out how you can use social media as a career-building tool. […]
The job search can be frustrating when you’re sending out waves of applications, but hearing back from a few to none. The job search is a lengthy task in itself, but following up with companies who don’t follow up with you may be to your advantage. This shows them that you’re passionate and driven when it comes to joining their team and also refreshes their mind when it comes to choosing candidates. Find out more about how you can make your job search worthwhile by checking out the links below! […]
