Professional Networking
Ever wonder what all the hype is about networking? Developing a new social network can seem daunting to new career professionals and career changers in light of all the other job search activities they are required to do. Yet networking has indeed been recognized as one of the most effective job search strategies there is.
2012 Readers' Choice Award for Best Social Media Site for Finding Internships
Nominate and vote in the 2012 About.com Readers' Choice Award for Best Social Media Site for Finding Internships.
The Value of Facebook
Facebook is clearly the most highly used of all of the social networks with over 600 million users at the beginning of 2011.
What is LinkedIn - How To Use LinkedIn for Networking
What is LinkedIn - How To Use LinkedIn for Networking
Tips for Using Facebook When Searching for Internships
Facebook has increasingly become a major player when it comes to finding internships or jobs.
Graduating this year, should I be looking for an internship or a job?
Deciding to apply for an internship or job can provide it's own set of challenges and benefits.
Using StudentMentor.org to Find a Professional Mentor
StudentMentor.org offers a chance for college students to gain knowledge and experise from experienced professionals in the field.
The Value of Social Media in the Internship and Job Search
Social media can help Gen Y students plan out their internship and job search strategy by keeping at it every day.
How to Prepare for an Interview
Preparation is key when getting ready to go on an interview for an internship or a job.
How to Plan for Spring Break - Making Plans for Spring Break
How to Plan for Spring Break - Making Plans for Spring Break
Using Social Networking Sites With Confidence
Although there are many advantages to using social networking sites there are also some pitfalls to watch out for.
Using Social Networking to Your Advantage
Social networking sites are great for keeping up with friends across the globe and can also be advantageous in the internship or job search.
Bio of Melanie Martin, Connect-123
Melanie Martin of Connect-123 describes her experiences and the internship abroad program.
Elevator Speech
Preparing a 30 second elevator speech enables individuals to be able to quickly provide others with information on their knowledge, skills, and accomplishments as well as where they hope to go and what they hope to accomplish.
Networking 101
Networking is the #1 strategy in the job search process. Successful networking involves following specific techniques and strategies.
Networking Tips
Networking is one of the most talked about strategies in finding a job which can also be used for finding internships. It is said that up to 85% of jobs are never advertised and we can assume that there are also many internships that are never advertised as well. Networking helps us to uncover those hidden possibilities.
Developing Professional Connections
Creating a positive rapport and working relationship with supervisors,coworkers,and customers alike will develop professional connections that will add to your longterm network of business contacts and references.
Preparing an "Elevator Speech"
Preparing an "elevator speech" requires some preparation and practice but is worth the effort when networking with new people both personally and professionally.
Top 10 Qualities of a Good Mentor
A good mentoring relationship provides new employees as well as interns with a person that' willing to share their professional knowledge and expertise as well as answer any questions about the field.
The Importance of a Good Mentor
The value of a good mentor is immeasurable when it comes to learning the tricks of the trade as well as becoming connected to those in the know and possess the ability to hire.
Professional Networking
Networking is recognized as the #1 job search strategy in finding a new job. Networking can be informal and take place at a local football game or summer barbeque or it can be a more formal approach like contacting alumnus from your college or other professionals currently working in the field you are looking to enter.
The Best of Effective Networking for Professional Success
Networking is one skill you need to practice to get ahead and survive in these uncertain times of corporate downsizing, freelance consulting, and self-employed workers.