How Accidental Networking Can Land You a Job
In the US, 70 percent of all jobs are found through networking, per NPR. Despite this, many people are not fans of networking. For example, a job seeker may be ......
In the US, 70 percent of all jobs are found through networking, per NPR. Despite this, many people are not fans of networking. For example, a job seeker may be ......
The mere mention of student loans makes most people cringe inwardly. Seventy-seven percent of Canadian graduates over the age of 40 have regrets about college debt, according to a poll ......
The benefits of mentoring are vast. When employees are mentored, they become upskilled, have access to advice and support, develop soft skills, and naturally become more confident, according to...
Staying motivated and in a positive frame of mind during a lengthy job search is not easy. For some people, finding the right job takes a long time. Statistically, it ......
Every job seeker needs a personal brand. Personal branding tells potential employers who you are, what you can do, and what you stand for. Branding your resume makes you more ......
Let’s face it: most people dread job interviews. This can be especially true for introverts or shy individuals who don’t feel confident in their communication skills. By implementing a few ......
Are you a job seeker who is building a personal brand through social media platforms like Facebook? If not, you are missing out on great opportunities to effectively market yourself ......
LinkedIn is an incredible platform for job seekers. Having almost 500 million users, LinkedIn is the ideal place to make career connections. Job seekers can easily start networking on the ......
Networking is a great way to find a job if it is done right. If no planning goes into networking, it may not be effective at all. This can result ......
About 10 percent of job seekers have applied to at least 50 jobs and not been called in for an interview for a single one. Since only 4-6 resumes per ......
In many cases, a recruitment agency can help you find a job. Why is it, then, that so many job seekers opt to go it alone when looking for work? ......
About 90 percent of job seekers make job search mistakes, reported Forbes. Since making a single mistake can cost you a great job, it’s worthwhile to learn what pitfalls to ......
A recent study involving 3,000 people revealed that 85% of all jobs are filled through networking. Clearly, those who aren’t networking to find work may be missing some great opportunities. ......
To change careers or not to change careers? That is a question that can weigh heavily on the minds of unhappy employees and employees who want to make more money ......
Most jobs are filled through networking (85 percent, according to a contributor to LinkedIn). This means job seekers should be proactive in networking. In fact, your next job may depend ......
Have you heard the term ‘social presence’? It refers to a person or organization’s online profile, which advertises them to the world. Employers often “get to know” a job seeker ......
In theory, it takes about six months to land a job that pays $60,000 per year — roughly one month for every $10,000 earned. This statistic should give weary job ......
Baby Boomers are currently the fastest growing job filling segment. This is because a large number of Millennials are choosing non-traditional career paths that allow them to work for themselves. ......
Did you know that identity theft breaches constitute about 74% of all cyber attack incidents? The result of a personal data breach can be devastating, entailing financial ruin. Since cybercrime ......
Without Googling the answer, how many people would you guess are active on LinkedIn? The correct answer is 500 million. Yes, you read that right: 500 million people use LinkedIn. ......
Have you ever had an expectation of someone that you didn’t explain to that person? We all have. Perhaps in the past you’ve expected friends to give you a call ......