A great example of using linkedin and video introductions to make key contacts fast.
Networking
Four Simple Ideas to Win Over Problem People
The biggest problems faced by the engineers and technology leaders are not about technology at all. People are the issue. And most technology workers (should I just say most people) are not prepared to deal with the challenges people bring. My mom - who worked for...
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073: Growing Your Influence through Managing Your Contacts [Podcast]
Building a network is one thing, managing your contacts is quite another. With so many platforms (Linkedin, Twitter, Facebook, email, etc) to keep up with, it is hard to reminder the last time I checked in with the key people in my network, much less what we said. But...
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064: 4 Common Mistakes Made in the Informational Interview [Podcast]
Most people go after a new job the way we have always done it. They find an advertised opening, send a resume, and wait. They might also throw in a few job fairs. The end result is that they end up talking to HR, if anyone at all. This is a entirely frustrating and...
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063: How Introverts Can be the Best Networkers [Podcast]
I have been doing a lot of work on my new course Networking for Introverts (soon to release) lately. As I explore and search, I see a lot of common misconceptions that the extroverts of the world are better at networking and making personal connections. Wrong. In my...
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062: Five Networking Secrets I Learned from My Dad [Podcast]
Have you ever learned a lesson only to realize someone else was modeling that same truth for you for years and you never saw it? Maybe it is just me - the slow learner. My lesson is about networking and connecting. We have all heard the networking secrets. First we...
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061: 5 Tips Guaranteed to Help You in Overcoming Your Fear of Networking [Podcast]
Do you have a fear of networking? When I was in college and looking for a job, I was told networking was the key to success. So, I put on a suit and tie and headed off to a local networking event. Fear set in. On the way to the event I could hardly grip the wheel of...
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048: How to Create and Run a Mastermind Group | Interview with Jonathan Milligan [Podcast]
Mastermind groups are the magic bullet for success. I have found the only people who do mastermind groups, and continue to do them over time, succeed. But, over the years I have struggled to find good groups. Most people do not want to commit or will bail out soon...
Reverse Interview Questions | There Are Only Three
Without question, the reverse interview or informational interview is the most effective method for finding a job. Reverse interview questions have continually opened up doors for my clients to new jobs - often creating jobs. (See my post on Finding Hidden Jobs) One...
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030: Networking Within The Company [Podcast]
Networking within your company may sound like a job for boring suck-ups. And, if you do it wrong, it is boring and makes you appear slimy. But if done right, you get significant benefits and rewards.
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023: Personal Branding from Your Actions [Podcast]
Last week I started a three part series on personal branding with the subject of first impressions. Today we consider how your actions define your brand. Photo courtesy of Flickr/Creative Commons/flickrfavorites [/featured-image] Click to Listen ...
5 Reasons You Should You Start a Blog to Grow Your Career
Blogging has helped thousands grow their career by enhancing their professional and personal brand. Whether you are a new business owner, a self-employed expert, or an employee with expertise, blogging can help you grow your brand. Photo Courtesy Flickr/Creative...
5 Networking Mistakes You Are Making
Networking can be very powerful. Using proper networking skills, you can open the doors to many unknown opportunities and jobs. Yet, I hear from many people that networking does not work for them, even though some of these people are always out and networking with...
Using Twitter for Business
Twitter is considered a waste of time or a marketing advantage. Here are some hints in how i have started using Twitter to have a more powerful influence.
How to Make the Most of Conferences and Meetings
Going into a meeting where I know few people is always a struggle for that introvert in me. Here are my hints to making it work within my own com for zone. Or at least close to it.
Five Steps to Networking for Introverts
Introverts can be highly effective and comfortable with networking when they understand the process.
Reaching the Goal: Summary of Steps
For those of you “just tuning in” we thought we’d recap the steps towards sucess in your career that we’ve been talking about.
Networking for Introverts – Part 2
More on Networking for Introverts. How to, and great ideas on getting started.