Knowing LinkedIn is a professional site can make posting feel more significant and daunting, as if everyone who matters will read your first post, judge you for it and decide your worth by what you write.
Networking
Is it Time to Walk Away? (From Professional Relationships)
Sometimes we need to walk away from professional relationships that no longer add value.
Three Networking Secrets No One Probably Told You About
As someone who has spent her career networking, teaches workshops on intentional networking, and is considered to have a dynamic and rich set of influential contacts, I can tell you there are some things about networking you probably didn’t know. Networking is relationship building. It is a strategic and intentional part of your professional growth and […]
Hate Networking? You’re Not Alone
If you are an extrovert (like me) you might view networking as easy. All I have to do is go up to a complete stranger, introduce myself and share with them something interesting or compelling so they will keep talking to me. I will ask them probing questions about themselves that will get them talking […]
2010 Recap: A Look Back to Prepare for Looking Ahead
As 2010 draws to a close, the week before the New Year brings a great opportunity for assessment and introspection. It’s a natural time for most of us to check in and celebrate the year’s successes, as well as draw lessons from the challenges we faced. This time offers the opportunity to recalibrate and regroup, […]
10 Tips for Networking at the Company Holiday Party
My husband and I recently attended his company holiday party: A grand event with lots of great food, entertainment and flowing beverages. As we left the event, my husband remarked, “Wow. I wish I were more like you in those situations. Networking is so easy for you.” I reminded him that networking is not necessarily […]
