Even if you feel like you had the greatest job interview, you need to make sure that you continue to sell yourself until you get the job offer. There are five things you can and should do to help you stay top-of-mind and ultimately get the job. 1. Send a Thank-You Note Taking the time to write a thank-you note proves your interest and desire. You should not only thank the … [Read more...]
Archives for February 2015
4 Ways to Kick Start Your Momentum
Wouldn’t you agree that sometimes it’s challenging to keep your momentum going? Sure, there are times when everything seems to come together effortlessly. As things progress, they get better and better. The problem is life isn’t perfect. It’s not always easy to keep your momentum going. You might start a project that seems fun and exciting only to find there is a great deal … [Read more...]
10 Ways LinkedIn Can Help You Get a Board of Directors Seat
Everyone understands the potential for LinkedIn, but how much visibility can a board candidate expect to produce? How can LinkedIn help you get a board of directors seat? Despite the bad rap social media gets from time to time, LinkedIn simply cannot be ignored. It is the go-to network for professionals looking to advance their careers. Here are a few facts: 1. Inspiration … [Read more...]
4 Key Steps for Effective Networking in the Creative Industry
The best way to make yourself stand out in the job application process is utilizing effective networking. While great grades, relevant work experience, and thorough research are important steps that can lead to landing your dream job, networking is essential to take your strategy to the next level. You can blow employers away by referencing these helpful networking … [Read more...]
Career Development and Upskilling Tips for Your Career
Sponsored by Careers Australia: Upskilling is a great way to develop your career and feel like you are actually moving forward rather than always remaining stationary in your job. But where do you even start? Below are some simple ways that everyone can use to start developing and upskilling their career today. Focus on Business Often the difficult thing about career … [Read more...]
6 Things to Consider Before Taking Your Business Global
Going international with your business can boost profits, create more internal jobs and external opportunities, increase brand prestige, and more. It can even accommodate for seasonal fluctuations. But there's a tremendous amount of work behind a globalization strategy – and even more pressure for it to go smoothly. That's why you should always consider these six important … [Read more...]
Use LinkedIn Groups to Advance Your Expertise When Targeting a Board Seat
LinkedIn is the best social media site for professional conversations. LinkedIn Groups are communities of like-minded people who share a common interest. As someone who is a member of LinkedIn Groups and also manager of my own group, I have extensive experience from both sides of the fence. Here are a few etiquette tips when participating in LinkedIn Groups: Create … [Read more...]
What Happens When Your Nerves Get the Best of You?
You’ve just been given the opportunity of a lifetime. You will be speaking to hundreds of your ideal clients at a seminar. These are the very people you are meant to help. At first you can’t contain your excitement. Then it happens, the nerves set in. Whether this happens before your speech or when you accept the speaking engagement, learning some relaxation techniques will … [Read more...]
The Success and Challenges of Women Entrepreneurs – Susie Garcia
There are more women entrepreneurs than ever before, in a wide variety of industries. Although we often hear about success stories of women entrepreneurs and professionals, rarely do we get an inside look at the personal challenges that came with that success. To change that, I started a series of interviews with women entrepreneurs and professionals who had a life changing … [Read more...]
3 Steps to Get Your Business Travel Mojo Back
So you're on your fourth business trip this month, and feeling a little---okay, a lot---drained. The emails are piling up, your voice mailbox is full, and you still have several days' worth of meetings ahead before you can think about going home. (We won't even talk about the connections required...especially with the recent “blizzard of the century.”) How on earth are you to … [Read more...]