From the category archives:

Networking

Earn Some Networking RESPECT

June 23, 2010 6 comments

This is a guest post from Michelle Barbeau considers herself an authority in resume writing and provides free resume critiques. She also works as Careers Editor at iGrad.com and teaches Freshman Composition at a local university. Contact her at NextResume@gmail.com. You can also find her career blog at careerconfidante.wordpress.com. You often hear older, more experienced [...]

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The Importance of Networking for Interns

November 16, 2009 22 comments

Last week I read a post from one of my favorite bloggers, Ryan Stephens, who wrote a piece called “How to be an Awesome Intern”.   My long ass response to his post suggested that networking is critical for the intern.  This long comment I shared with Ryan and his readers inspired me to turn [...]

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How to Creatively Network for Your Job Search (guest blog from Sam Diener)

October 13, 2009 1 comment

This post was guest blogged by Sam Diener of The Sam Diener Blog. Sam has built a name for himself in the ever important networking arena.  His articles cover critical aspects of networking from various angles, providing powerful information to his readers.  Go pick his brain at SamDiener.com and enjoy Sam’s guest appearance on COTJ. So [...]

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5 Networking Tips For Shy or Introverted People

August 6, 2009 6 comments

Being shy can be a networking asset, you just need to know how to use it.  Remember, the world craves balance.  If networking events were made up of entirely extroverts, they would drive themselves crazy.  Here are COTJ’s 5 networking tips for shy or introverted people: 1. Utilize Social Media – Begin networking first on [...]

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