Networking Tips

Entrepreneurial Work in the Age of COVID

Unfortunately, huge numbers of people have lost their jobs as a result of the pandemic.  Yet, losing a job often opens the door to self-employment and the entrepreneurial spirit. Many of those people — from millennials to senior executives — … Continue reading →

Include a Job Fair in Your Job Search

Don’t overlook a job fair or two in your job search. It’s an opportunity to meet recruiters from a number of companies all at once. Here are some tips for succeeding in this somewhat unusual environment: As in many job … Continue reading →

Smartphone Apps to Manage Your Career

You already use your Smartphone for so many aspects of your business and personal life. Now you can also use it to make your job search easier. Not in an active job search right now? Use it to build your … Continue reading →

Are You Making These Three Mistakes In Your Job Search?

Judi Lansky, of Lansky Career Consultants based in Chicago, discuss three critical mistakes in the job search process that should be avoided. Mistake #1:    Not Knowing What You’re Looking For If you can’t clearly tell a networking contact or an … Continue reading →

How to Ask for a Job or Career Contact

Sometimes the hardest part of face-to-face networking is contacting the individual and asking for a meeting.  Here are some tips to get your foot in the door to speak with a network contact: How to Network by Phone One way … Continue reading →