Networking in 2014: How to Increase Your Net Worth
It’s safe to say 2014 is going to be an even more competitive year for job seekers. Employers aren’t just looking to fill open positions — they’re wanting to hire highly skilled and talented candidates who are the best fit for their company.
As you’re searching for jobs, you’re probably investing valuable time applying for …
How to Manage Your Brand After a Bad Experience
We’re constantly reminded the importance of ending a job on good terms. You never want to burn bridges because your industry is smaller than you realize, and you may come across those people again. But what happens if you do have a falling-out with your managers or coworkers? If the damage is already done, what …
Network During the Holidays: Light Up Your Personal Brand
We tend to get lazy over the holidays, which is one of the things that makes us enjoy this time of year so much. There’s hot cocoa, warm fires, and a little extra free time to relax. One of the last things on your mind is your personal brand.
But the winter is not an …
Giving Back Can Boost Your Brand
It’s the most wonderful time of the year. People everywhere are remembering the importance of giving back to the community and volunteering to help those in need. While there are many, many reasons to volunteer your time to charitable organizations, it might interest you to know that volunteering can boost your personal brand.
People like …
This Interview Will Change Your Personal Brand Forever
As an active job seeker, you probably have a good idea of what a personal brand is. Even if you think you understand, you still might be struggling to define your personal brand. There’s a simple solution you may not have considered: interview yourself.
If you’re struggling to define your personal brand, you should put …
Why Saying ‘Thank You’ is Good for Your Brand
While there are many good traits to strive to align with your personal brand, one of the best qualities you can be known for is being gracious. Saying “thank you” to everyone who impacts your life, personally and professionally can do wonders for your reputation. It’s such an easy thing to do, but hiring managers, …
How to Sell Your Soft Skills During Job Interviews
During the interview process, many candidates feel pressured to only focus on their hard skills. While it’s important to highlight these skills, it’s even more impressive when you can explain to the interviewer your soft skills and strengths that relate to the position.
Soft skills are the qualities that can set you apart from other …
Maintain Your Brand to Land a Promotion
When you first land a job, your manager knows you have the skills to do it. That’s why they picked you. You were the most qualified person for the role, and those qualifications were evident in your personal brand during the hiring process.
Once you’re in the job, however, you need to step up your …
5 Branding Mistakes You Didn’t Know You Were Making
As more professionals begin to accept the importance of maintaining a personal brand, the definition of personal brand becomes more muddled. As a result, many pros think they’re helping their brand, when they are actually hurting it. Some are too focused on social media. Others neglect their brand once they land a job.
Who knows? …
How Unemployment Affects Your Personal Brand
Being labeled “unemployed” is a unsettling, but unfortunately, it’s still a harsh reality for many people as we approach 2014. More than seven percent of people in the United States fall into this category.
When you’re unemployed, you need to do everything you can to keep yourself motivated in your job search. You need to …