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8 Things You Can Do to Avoid Job Burnout
Burnout is one of those things that unless you’ve experienced it, it can be hard to comprehend. If you’re a runner, there is a term called “hitting the wall” that I think may closely define what it’s like to have burnout. It’s a point where you don’t think you can go on. Your mind and [...]
Majoring In You! Should Colleges Offer More Majors?
If you are still bummed that you can’t major in beer at your university, then yes, you probably think that your college should offer you more. But if your mind is open and you are thinking creatively, then you’ll probably figure out soon that a degree in chemistry or microbiology will serve you very well [...]
Tip #7: Making a List of Target Companies
Last week we looked at creating a contact list. Now we’ll look at making a list of your companies.
When you buy a pair of athletic shoes, do you research the brands and consider where you’ll buy them to get the best price? Or do you go into any store and buy the first pair of [...]
5 Things to Consider Before Accepting a New Job
With a U.S. unemployment rate steadily dropping (but still high at 8.5 percent), many people are so eager to get a job that, as soon as they are offered one, they jump on the opportunity before considering all the factors that may have either deterred them or made their acceptance of the job more affirming. [...]
Network like an Executive and Get Amazing Job Search Results
Just to recap our story so far; our executive launched her job search and in 8 short weeks had 2 job offers. She had “applied” online to only 1 position. The first few weeks were spent contacting 75 of her existing network who in turn referred her to about 30 more people which netted her [...]
MBA Programs
Majoring In You! Should Colleges Offer More Majors?
If you are still bummed that you can’t major in beer at your university, then yes, you probably think that your college should offer you more. But if your mind is open and you are thinking … [Read More...]
3 Tips to Craft a Quality Resume
Whether you’re a pre-MBA applicant, a current business student, or an established professional, having a great resume is an important part of marketing yourself for future opportunities. Your resume … [Read More...]
Job Search
Tip #7: Making a List of Target Companies
Last week we looked at creating a contact list. Now we’ll look at making a list of your companies. When you buy a pair of athletic shoes, do you research the brands and consider where you’ll … [Read More...]
5 Things to Consider Before Accepting a New Job
With a U.S. unemployment rate steadily dropping (but still high at 8.5 percent), many people are so eager to get a job that, as soon as they are offered one, they jump on the opportunity before … [Read More...]
Network like an Executive and Get Amazing Job Search Results
Just to recap our story so far; our executive launched her job search and in 8 short weeks had 2 job offers. She had “applied” online to only 1 position. The first few weeks were spent … [Read More...]
Career Change
Network like an Executive and Get Amazing Job Search Results
Just to recap our story so far; our executive launched her job search and in 8 short weeks had 2 job offers. She had “applied” online to only 1 position. The first few weeks were spent … [Read More...]
Tip #6: Developing Your Contact List
The last tip was about creating your accomplishment list. Today we'll address creating and growing your contact list. By now you know that the best way to find work is to network. Statistics from … [Read More...]
If You’re Going Job Search, Do It Like This Executive Does
How would it sound to you if you were only 6 weeks into your job search and you already had 1 job offer and another one about to be sent your way? Kind of exciting don’t you think? If you’re … [Read More...]
Career Management
8 Things You Can Do to Avoid Job Burnout
Burnout is one of those things that unless you’ve experienced it, it can be hard to comprehend. If you’re a runner, there is a term called “hitting the wall” that I think may closely define … [Read More...]
Network like an Executive and Get Amazing Job Search Results
Just to recap our story so far; our executive launched her job search and in 8 short weeks had 2 job offers. She had “applied” online to only 1 position. The first few weeks were spent … [Read More...]
Thom Singer: Why We Struggle With Networking
In this post, we’ll hear from speaker and author, Thom Singer, who is an expert in social networking and personal branding. After you read this post on our flaws in Networking, make sure to check … [Read More...]
Leadership
Defining You: A 3 Step Process in Personal Branding
Continuing the “where do we start?” aspect of Personal Branding began with “20 Steps to Create, Expand and Leverage Your Personal Brand”, let’s take a look at the best possible ways to … [Read More...]
How to Become a Change Leader
My latest interview brings you phenomenal insight into what it takes to become a change leader in a world that is full of change. In this interview, we talk with Dr. Samuel Chand. As a Dream … [Read More...]
How Often Should You Check-In with Your Employees?
How often do you meet with your employees and provide useful feedback? Once a week? Once a month? Once a year? If you are a manager who regularly meets with your employees and makes suggestions, keep … [Read More...]
Entreprenuership
Business Students: 3 Reasons Why You Should Be Blogging
If you think that there isn’t a place for personal blogging in the business world, you might want to update your logic. In today’s society, blogging is a phenomenon that reaches across all … [Read More...]
Ten Lessons Learned from Lucille Ball, Entrepreneur
As I got caught up on my reading this morning, I was amazed how many column inches, pixels (and a Google logo) were dedicated to what would have been Lucille Ball’s 100thbirthday. The more I … [Read More...]
Professional Networking: The One That Got Away
When it comes to networking for my career, I guess you could say I’m a lot like most people. The thought of entering a room full of a whole bunch of people I don’t know and trying to sell myself … [Read More...]
My name is Chris Perry, and I am a brand and marketing generator, career search and personal branding expert, speaker, entrepreneur and brand consultant.