It isn’t just the introverts among us who cringe at the thought of networking into a new job. Although I don't consider myself an introvert, even I’ve been at the mercy of networking jitters—battling dry mouth as I picked up the phone, worried that I’ll be a nuisance to the Read More >
The Introverted Job Seeker’s Most Important Tool
Those of us who identify as introverts cringe – no, we actually sprint for the door – at the mere mention of networking. For us, it’s like fingernails on a chalkboard, and there’s an automatic shutdown of our brains when that dreaded word surfaces in conversation. There’s strong evidence that Read More >
Common Networking Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Networking is rightfully touted as the magic bullet in a job search. Overwhelmingly, when my clients land positions they covet, they first learned of a role through someone they know – often a weak tie rather than someone from a long-term relationship – instead of an online job listing. Those Read More >