If you are an introvert like me, small talk doesn't come easy. But, after reading The Fine Art of Small Talk: How To Start a Conversation, Keep It Going, Build Networking Skills -- and Leave a Positive Impression!, I realized how important it is to keep a...
DEAR CLASSY CAREER GIRL: At the beginning of the year, I decided to start looking for a new job. I'm currently in Kansas City and am hoping to relocate to Tampa. The reasons including escaping the cold weather, being closer to my family and leaving a job I am...
A few days ago, I asked you all for your best tips for remembering names while networking. Thank you for all of your tips, here are all of your great ideas! Tips to Remember Names for Your Next Networking Event Missy makes notes on her phone. MBARoadie repeats names...
When it comes to landing a job, we’ve all heard that networking is the best way to find a new job and it’s not what you know, it’s who you know. With all of the added resources that the Internet provides, it is now even easier to connect with people who may be able...
Do you have a goal to meet new people but don't know where to find professionals to network with? One reader recently emailed me this question: How to Find People to Network With I hear about networking all the time, but it is proving difficult. I'm shy to begin with,...
Happy Friday!! Today I am going to share with you some of the networking challenge resources. The key to knocking down your barriers to networking is to have a networking plan. So use these resources to create your very own step-by-step networking plan. But...
If you have been reading my blog, you know that my goal in 2011 is to knock down my barriers to networking by participating in the 2011 Networking Challenge. I am excited to strengthen my current relationships and meet new people in 2011!! As promised, I am going to...
~ It's not what you know but who you know that makes the difference. ~ Anonymous Recently, I have been determined to expand my network to reach my dreams and goals. I know that if I want to reach my full potential and do what I love, I must constantly be looking to...
I recently attended a seminar at my company about networking. Networking is crucial for career growth and is the stepping stone that can help you reach your dreams and goals. Many people think networking is simply building relationships and meeting people. But,...