Learn some common slip-ups and how to avoid them, so you can stay on the fast-track path to career success. You want to move forward in your career, avoid these common mistakes that could be sabotaging your own progress.
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Even during times of high unemployment, managers often lament that there aren’t enough qualified candidates out there. Follow these tips to increase your marketability and become highly sought-after in a competitive job market at your current employer or anywhere else.
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As the school year begins, career fair season is upon us. Regardless of what academic year you’re in, the first and most important tip is to take advantage of these fairs. In today’s market, employers are eager to find their next candidates and attending a career fair is a great way to get your…
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This may be the understatement of the year: right now there is an incredible need for engineers. All skill sets and experience levels are in high demand from start ups to giant corporations, but that doesn’t mean that every engineer will be employed or successful. In the thriving STEM fields, interpersonal skills are becoming increasingly important…
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Mastering your elevator pitch can land you the job you’ve been looking for! Whether you’re at a networking event, hanging-out with friends or actually run into someone in an elevator, your elevator pitch must grab people’s attention. What is an elevator pitch? An elevator pitch is a 30-second speech used to summarize who you are, your…
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We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again– Professional Networking is essential for your career. From the grocery store to a professional networking event, you should always be prepared. With the right guide, you can strengthen your networking skills and improve on your weaknesses. Follow these tips to make a greater impression while networking: 1….
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Networking is one of the most beneficial career advancement techniques. Developing and implementing a professional networking strategy is a great way to promote your personal brand, build new business relationships, and discover new opportunities throughout your career. Although it may seem difficult at times, networking can be very simple and enjoyable. Best part? There is…
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Dress for success Part of your personal brand is the way you portray yourself in person and online. A strong personal brand can help take you as far as you want to go in your career, open new doors, and give you access to a larger professional network. If you fail to develop your personal brand,…
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YOUR ONLINE PERSONA Based on their online persona, many great workers have gained or lost an opportunity. Follow these tips to strengthen and define your online persona: Develop Your Brand Purpose – Clarify your professional goals first. Are you looking to stay in a similar position? Move up to management? Make a total…
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There are three types of people in this world: people who are busy, people who are not, and people who have the time to brag about how busy they are. No matter which camp you belong to, learn how to work with the others.
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