I Feel the Need…the Need for Speed (Networking)
Last night, I had the pleasure of attending the Business Network Chicago After Hours Event, which included a terrific, informative presentation on social media by my new friend Dean DeLisle (www.forwardprogress.net or @deandelisle) and my first experience with speed networking. I’ve been to regular networking events before, but speed networking was completely new to me. I Feel the Need…the […]
Smile. . . You’re Underqualified
What To Do When You Are Underqualified For The Position … under-qualified… or at least you feel like you are. I mean why else would you not have received the position right. Hearing the news You’ve had the interview, heard the call, received the email, and opened that letter. Finally you hear, in […]
Oh Wise & Recent New Hire
So how about those informational interviews? They’re a fantastic way of intelligence gathering and getting your name out there for potential openings. They’re great practice for actual job interviews but without the crushing nervousness. You can ask for feedback and the interviewer won’t feel the pressure of having to hire. Heck, sometimes I just pick […]
OVERQUALIFIED! Candidates Need Not Apply
I just took my car in for routine maintenance; all I needed was an oil change. When I got there, I saw the metal sign boldly proclaiming “ASE Certified – Over 30 years experience” hanging outside the door. He obviously has far too much experience to perform a straightforward oil change, and even if I […]
Why Geolocation is Good for Your Personal Brand
Just this last weekend I visited my hometown of Google, Kansas (AKA, Topeka). I caught up with family and friends while squeezing some time in for a little business. Throughout our whirlwind weekend, we drove from place to place, and I made sure to check into Four Square and Gowalla every chance I could. Why? Because just like any social networking […]
