by Barbara Safani | Apr 3, 2009 | career management, networking, on-line identity
I frequently recommend that job seekers participate in affinity groups that are based on a common interest such as profession, sports, religion, family, or school to build their network. People with a particular common interest or experience often build trust faster...
by Barbara Safani | Apr 1, 2009 | career management, networking
Today I facilitated a networking event for job seekers and the pitch I kept hearing over and over again was “I am a (fill in the job title). If you know of anyone looking for someone who needs a (fill in the job title) please let me know.” I guarantee you...
by Barbara Safani | Mar 31, 2009 | career management, networking, on-line identity, resume
Seth Godin’s guest post, Don’t Try and Get a Job, on GL Hoffman’s What Would Dad Say blog suggests that you are better off starting your own business than trying to get a job. And this is exactly the advice I would expect from this unconventional...
by Barbara Safani | Mar 30, 2009 | career management, networking
Today is the 100th anniversary of the Queensboro Bridge (also called the 59th Street Bridge) that connects the boroughs of Queens and Manhattan. I have a special attachment to this bridge because for me it represents the link between my past, present, and future. As a...
by Barbara Safani | Mar 27, 2009 | career management, networking, on-line identity
The explosion of online networking sites has turned job search on its head and prompted many to supplement their traditional job search strategies with a Web 2.0 component to better market their candidacy and extend their career brand footprint and reach. I’m a...
by Barbara Safani | Mar 26, 2009 | career management, networking
Someone recently asked me for advice on how to stay positive during a job search. Here are my top five tips.Find an accountability partner. Find another person in job search to share advice and leads with and help you get back up when you are down. Partner with...
