Archives for Networking

Use a Strategy When Asking for a LinkedIn Recommendation

3 Rules of LinkedIn Recommendations  by Vault Careers Unlike the “endorsements” feature on LinkedIn, the recommendations of you can illustrate your value to an organization. Be strategic in selecting and requesting a recommendation. Opinions vary about the effectiveness of LinkedIn endorsements, which easliy allow LinkedIn contacts to “promote” one another with the click of a mouse. […]

Here’s How to Conduct an Informational Interview

Believe it or not, most people enjoy both sides of the informational interview. Below is a framework that may work for you. How to Get the Most Out of An Informational Interview by Rebecca Knight When you’re looking for a job or exploring a new career path, it’s smart to go out on informational interviews. […]

Don’t Network – Instead, Be Curious

Try changing your mindset when you are networking: How to be a Fearless Networker by Val Matta You’re standing face-to-face with a professional in your industry who can help you advance your career. This is your chance to wow this person with a strong handshake, bright smile and direct eye contact, followed by a witty […]

Manage LinkedIn’s Trickiest Pitfalls

In this article, Colin St. John interviews Donna Serdula, the author of LinkedIn Makeover. Donna gives some high-level tips on using LinkedIn and  answers the question of whether you need to purchase a premium account. How to Navigate the Professional Etiquette of LinkedIn Connections by Colin St. John I admit, I use LinkedIn. Well, sort […]

Topics for Small Talk

It’s that time of year. Many of you will be racking your brain to come up with topics for small talk while you are at various celebrations over the next six weeks. Here are some ideas for you. 48 Questions That’ll Make Awkward Small Talk So Much Easier by Aja Frost How many times per […]

Networking Online: Alternatives to LinkedIn Groups

We know that some seekers just don’t like or use LinkedIn yet still wish to network online. Here are a couple of options that may work for you. Superior Alternatives to LinkedIn Groups by Donna Svei While LinkedIn Groups still get the most attention for online, professional networking, there is a breaking revolution away from […]