Makeover Your Career

This week’s browseworthy links… 1. Failure should never be a goal, but it does make for rich learning opportunities. In his post, Managing by Mistakes, Roger Dooley explains: Our brains are wired to learn from failure, both as children and adults. The way we deal with success and failure in our efforts is a big [...]

I’ve had a number of clients, friends, and colleagues interested in creating groups on Facebook. I’ve put together a quick tutorial (less than 5 minutes) that walks you through setting up your own group on Facebook.  Before we get into the technical steps – there are two things you want to have prepared before you [...]

This week’s top 5 browseworthy links… 1. Two things we know for sure about about change: It is required for growth and it can be difficult.  This article posted on SparkPlug CEO (one of my personal favorite blogs) offers four ways to address change. Check out: Knowing When It’s Time for a Change and Embracing [...]

So you know that it is important to have the 2 Q’s as you build out your network: Quality and Quantity. But have you considered the importance of having a well-rounded network? Whether you are an entrepreneur or an employee, having a strong network is critical. There are plenty of tips and articles on where [...]

So you’ve uploaded your picture, filled in your work history and added a few people to your LinkedIn network. Now what? You’ve heard stories of how people are using social networking platforms to build wider networks but how exactly does that happen? How can you gain exposure, expand your network, and find opportunities for your [...]

Imagine what Monday mornings would feel like if you actually loved your job. About a month ago I had a conversation with Kathleen Jeanty of InnerLeaf Communications who absolutely loves what she does. According to her, she is so passionate about her work in marketing and communications if she won the lottery, she said she [...]

By far, the best social network for progressive professionals is LinkedIn. If you haven’t joined yet, here are 5 reasons to post your profile and get started building your online network. If you already have an account take a look at the 5 ways to get the most out of your LinkedIn connections. And make [...]

A Twitter post came across my path with a link to Scott Orth’s site. Scottt put together an experiment called the Social Media Job Hunt that landed him a job after 5 days of networking online. His background, experience, and initial connections helped some, and I was impressed with how he really put himself out [...]

“Are you on Facebook? What’s your Twitter handle? Send me the link to your LinkedIn profile.” Thousands of social networking accounts are created every month. And a large percentage of those new networkers become easily frustrated because it doesn’t seem to be working for them. It’s what I like to call the “Field of Dreams” [...]