If you hate face-to-face networking, you're not alone. If the top-of-the-list most-feared activity is speaking in front of people, how can launching a conversation with a stranger be far behind?
Networking with strangers can be lively and fun, or it can be a shoot-me-now experience. Here are some tips for easing the strain and (maybe) even enjoying networking, by Networking Expert Liz Ryan.
Schools are clearly not the only source of "alumni." An employer alumni connection can be as good, sometimes a better, connection than a school.
People who have worked together, or worked for the same employer, can be very good connections for finding that next job. Learn the benefits and where to find these groups in this article by Job-Hunt’s Editor, Susan P. Joyce.
Leaving the military, whether you have a few years of service or many, is a big undertaking. Too often I talk with those who wait until the last minute or those who have had significant trouble in transitioning.
Be well prepared before you leap into the civilian job market. Veterans’ Job Search Expert Patra Frame (USAF veteran and HR expert) offers 5 steps to successful military-to-civilian career transition.
Because employers tend to be very unhappy to discover that an employee is job hunting, broadcasting everything you are doing on LinkedIn isn't always smart. Being in "stealth mode" can be a very good idea if you are currently employed and want to protect your income stream.
The Privacy & Settings pages are home to a valuable toolkit for any LinkedIn member who desires privacy. LinkedIn contributor Ed Han, a recruiter, shares the best strategy for protecting your current job.
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