Tag Archives: Networking

Campus Explorer Launches Campus Explorer Connections

Posted on May 14, 2012 by Debra Eckerling | 1 Comment

The relationships you develop during your college years are the ones that stick with you for the rest of your life. In this technological ages there’s no reason to ever lose touch. But you can also develop new relationships – personal and professional – by connecting with your fellow and future school alumni.

With that in mind Campus Explorer launched their new Campus Explorer Connections Facebook Application. Campus Explorer Connections helps prospective students, college students and graduates find where their friends and family went to college, learn where their friends will be going to college and discover and explore the most popular schools in their network. Prospective students can use the app to learn more about their top college choices, while students and alums find potential mentors to guide them through their academic and career paths.

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Tagged Barry University, Campus Explorer, Campus Explorer Connections, Careers, Education, Education News, Facebook, Facebook Application, Mentors, Networking, Penn State University, University of Michigan, University of Wisconsin - Madison

Job Search Tip: Stay Optimistic

Posted on January 20, 2012 by Max Miller | Leave a comment

The job search can be an incredibly frustrating and emotionally exhausting process.

If you feel that you are perfect for a job, but ultimately don’t get it, it can be a serious blow to your ego. The thing you have to realize is that this happens all the time. The job market is incredibly competitive, so don’t let a few lost opportunities get you down.

The way you deal with rejection can make or break your job search. Here are a few ways you can turn the negative into positive, and stay optimistic throughout your job search.

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Job Search Tip: Holiday Networking

Posted on December 16, 2011 by Anne Hilbert | 2 Comments

The holidays – and holiday parties – offer great opportunities to meet new people and expand your networking circle. Try these holiday networking tips help with your job search. You never know where you will get your next lead.

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Tagged Anne Hilbert, Careers, Holidays, Job Search, Network Navigator, Networking, New York Institute of Technology

Job Search Tip: Jobs for the School Year

Posted on August 12, 2011 by Debra Eckerling | Leave a comment

For many college students, school will be starting in just a matter of weeks. If you already have a job for the upcoming school year, that’s terrific. If not, now is the time to start looking … even if you have not yet moved to campus.

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Job Search Tip: Networking Groups

Posted on August 5, 2011 by Anne Hilbert | Leave a comment

The saying “out of sight, out of mind,” is true when it comes to networking. People have short attention spans. When you don’t attend meetings on a regular basis, you will quickly be forgotten. That equates to lost opportunities for you in your job search.

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Job Search Tip: Business Cards

Posted on July 15, 2011 by Debra Eckerling | Leave a comment

Whenever you are looking for work, you should always have your business card on hand. Even when you are not looking for a job, it’s important to have an identifier to leave behind when you meet new people. Continue reading →

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Job Search Tip: Following Up

Posted on July 8, 2011 by Anne Hilbert | Leave a comment

The best way to follow up with people in your networking circle is to send a short monthly e-mail. A few sentences updating them on the companies you interviewed with may lead to a personal introduction or recommendation. For example, if Sara Jones just received your e-mail update and is a client of a company where you interviewed, she might put in a good word for you. This technique will also jog someone’s memory to refer you to another company that is similar to those to which you applied. Continue reading →

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Job Search Tip: Attend A Conference

Posted on June 17, 2011 by Debra Eckerling | 1 Comment

Opportunities to meet new people and expand your network are everywhere. Attend a conference in your area of interest.

Professional conferences give you a leg up in your employment-search for many reasons. You can:
- Learn topical information. This adds value to you as a potential employee.
- Explore new potential industries. Not sure what area of study to pursue? Learn from those who know and love what they do.
- Make direct connections with people who are hiring – or know those who are hiring – in your industry.

To find local conferences, do an internet search for professional organizations in your geographical area. Also, check the places in your town that hold events.

Hint: If money is tight, volunteer to help out at the conference. You can work check-in, direct attendees and/or host the speakers. Think of it as bonus access to the leaders in your industry.

Learn about in demand careers in business and technology.

Search for colleges with degree-programs in business and technology.

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Poll Results: Finding A Job

Posted on June 15, 2011 by Debra Eckerling | Leave a comment

Last week, we asked The Explorer readers: “How did you get your job?” Nearly half – 43% – responded that they got their job through a referral. The second most popular response was “a job website” at 29%.

If you want to take the best of both worlds, here’s a suggestion: Do your job search online and then see who in your network of family and friends knows someone in that company. Your resume is much more likely to get noticed, when you start with a personal introduction and recommendation.

Note: Those who are currently employed, be careful who you ask and how much you send the message out to the universe that you are looking for a job. You do not want to find yourself suddenly unemployed.

On Friday, networking expert Anne Hilbert suggested conversation starters to use when asking for a referral. Read her post.

Learn about industries that are projected to grow.

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