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12 Aug Stand out on LinkedIn

If you haven’t given much thought to personal branding (or don’t even know what it is), then please continue reading, especially if career advancement matters to you. Personal branding is the practice of developing a unique professional identity and message in order to distinguish yourself…

12 Jun How to avoid oversharing on social media

"Cisco just offered me a job!" That's the kind of good news a job seeker would be excited to share on social media. However, it went from good to bad when the rest of the tweet was about the dilemma this person faced, weighing the…

18 Sep Do you have strong people skills?

“Strong people skills” shows up on almost every list of the most in-demand skills in today’s workplace, a trend reflected among LAC’s clients as well, confirms Brad Rogers, LibGig Director of Recruiting. “The days of being skilled but socially inept are way behind us,” he…

20 Sep 7 networking tips for the reluctant librarian

Building an extensive network of professional LIS connections is one of the most powerful actions you can take to create a resilient information career. This can, however, present a bit of a challenge:

30 Mar How can I take networking to the next level?

While being on the job search is a daunting task for most, it’s important to enjoy the process. After all, having a positive attitude can make a world of difference! But how can you maintain a positive attitude during a long, frustrating job search? Good networking!The…

29 Feb I hate to network – help!

Do you see networking as too complicated, too time-consuming, and too fake? That’s understandable. We’re all way too busy, and we’ve all seen the slimy schmoozer who’s given networking such a bad name—we don’t want to be like that. The problem is that networking really is…

06 Nov Any advice for networking newbies?

"It’s all about who you know.” You’ve heard this everywhere – from your teachers, your parents, your mentor, and just about anyone else who gives you job advice. As overused as it may be, this old adage is very, very true. But, what if you weren’t born…

23 Sep How can I make quality connections?

Whether you’re the outgoing type who’s not afraid to approach anyone or more timid and shy about speaking to people you don’t know, it’s important to set goals with each networking event you attend. By setting goals, you focus on making quality connections rather than…

08 Jan Any networking advice for introverts?

While there are some people who enjoy networking and get a lot of energy from interacting with a crowd, many find it intimidating and draining. Traditional networking is not for everyone. However, networking is essential in today’s job market. Luckily for introverts, there are multiple ways…

30 Dec How can I use social media for networking?

For too many people, social media is about numbers: The more connections you have, the better your network. But it’s really not that simple. Sure, it’s great to have 1,000 LinkedIn connections, but how many of those people do you really know? How many of…

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