Are you prepared to negotiate a job offer? New LinkedIn research shows 42 percent of professionals in the United States are uncomfortable negotiating; approximately 25 percent admit to never having negotiated in the workplace. The study also shows that many…

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As graduation approaches, many young job seekers are wondering how they can land an opportunity in this very challenging job market. Lindsey Pollak, a recognized expert on next-generation career trends, recently released a new edition of her terrific book, Getting…

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I recently attended the Atlanta Chapter of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) conference as part of the social media team. I thought about how to extend yourself — how to stretch to fit the networking situation to make…

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When you’re busy job-hunting, you may not think about creating a list of people who are willing to provide recommendations for you. Don’t be caught like a deer in headlights; prepare in advance so you’re ready when a potential employer…

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Not landing the job you want? How can you change your luck? Stop what you’re doing and make some changes; you may be surprised by the results.

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You have a job, so you’re not really worried about your digital footprint. You received so many invitations to join LinkedIn, you finally built yourself a profile. Now, if you could only remember your password! People keep talking about social…

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While you may have heard that email is dead, it is, in fact, probably the most important tool you will use during your job hunt.

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When you look for a job, you’ll want to target organizations and companies with workplaces and cultures conducive to your lifestyle. If you’re looking for a job with some flexibility, you are in good company.

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When people ask for help to prepare people for interviews, they inevitably ask how to respond to the “What is your greatest weakness?” question. But what about the times job seekers are asked about identifying their greatest strength or best…

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Hiring managers see thousands upon thousands of resumes every year. That’s why job seekers have to stand out in a crowd if they are  harboring any hope they’ll be hired.

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