• 6 LinkedIn Profile Rules You Can Ignore

    There are numerous articles on how to properly write your LinkedIn profile. With all the advice floating around out there, it's no wonder LinkedIn users are feeling confused or overwhelmed.I am guilty of writing some of these articles, so I would like to provide some relief. What follows are some rules you can actually ignore for six important areas of your profile:1. Your ...
  • To Land a New Job, Start Talking to Strangers

    When you were young, the adults in your life likely taught you about "stranger danger," warning you that people you didn't know could harm you.When it comes to children, I wholeheartedly agree: Avoiding strangers is a good way to stay safe. Frankly, I still sometimes avoid strangers in public places for fear that something might go wrong. Perhaps it's a reflex left over from childhood.But when you're a professional, strangers are exactly the people you should be talking
  • To Leave or Stay? How to Tell When It's Time to Quit Your Job

    I was recently asked, "How do you know when you should quit your job?" This is a question many people struggle to answer, while others just quit without thinking about how wise their decision may have been.Investing in a career coach and/or talking to your mentor can help you figure out whether or not to leave a job. When having these discussions — or when considering your options by ...

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