Temporary and contingent workers are on the rise. The independent workforce has grown to 16.9 million from 16 million in the past year, according to research by MBO Partners, which provides business services to consultants. As companies realize that they can hire contractors for certain services instead of paying for full-time workers, more people will find themselves becoming freelancers, either by choice or by necessity. [Read more…] about How to succeed as a freelancer
How to network spontaneously – by preparing what to say!
Is there really a formula for saying the right thing in a job hunt? How much should people plan to customize or speak “off the cuff?†It’s an important question! [Read more…] about How to network spontaneously – by preparing what to say!
On the radio with Maggie Mistal today!
I’m excited to announce my co-author, Laura Labovich, and I will be Maggie Mistal’s guests on her radio program, “Making a Living” on Martha Stewart Living Radio, SIRIUS/XM 110 TODAY to share tips from our new book, 100 Conversations for Career Success. Tune in at 5PM Eastern/2PM Pacific – see below for a link to a free trial of SIRIUS.
Some topics we’ll be discussing, via the Facebook page for Maggie’s show. (Be sure to visit and “Like” Maggie’s page!)
Afraid of cold calling a career contact? You could be missing out on opportunities. Learn how to master the cold call.
Phone communication is more important than ever! Learn to wow your audience on the phone.
Why now is the perfect time to be generous with your network (and creative ways to let your network know you care about them).
How to create a personal marketing plan that’s much more helpful than the mass email when it’s time to tell your network you are looking for a job!
If you haven’t listened in to Maggie’s show, you are missing out! Her past guests include: Martha Stewart, Deepak Chopra, Stephen Covey, Sally Field, Patricia Heaton, Ty Pennington, Barbara Corcoran, Dilbert creator Scott Adams and Henry Winkler. Maggie is a real pro and always has good advice for her callers seeking their best career paths.
You can call today, or any Friday on her career hotline: 1-866-675-6675.
How to make the right financial choices when you start a job
When it comes time to decide on financial decisions, it can be tricky. Should you get insurance? Where and how should you invest? [Read more…] about How to make the right financial choices when you start a job
How NOT to ask for help with your job hunt
You’ve heard it over and over—networking is key to helping you find a job. You may not know that asking everyone you see to help you land an opportunity could be one of your worst job-hunting mistakes. Why? Most people have no idea how to help you. Of course, they want to assist, but without your specific guidance, they don’t always know how to proceed. [Read more…] about How NOT to ask for help with your job hunt