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Finding Work in a New Town

by Susan Geary | Feb 9, 2017 | Blog, Job, Networking, Relocation, Toastmasters, Work

Are you moving to a new location without a job? You’re not alone. If your spouse has a accepted a great gig, and you’re traveling in tow, you’ll need to find something for yourself. Or perhaps you’re an adventurous soul who packs up and moves...

Has Your Network Deserted You?

by Susan Geary | Feb 9, 2017 | Blog, Career, Job Search Advice, Networking

If you were gainfully employed in the 1990s through 2 years ago, chances are you built up a fine network for yourself while achieving great success. But now that the recession is here, would you be able to call upon your network for help? Do you feel deserted?  If...

The Foibles of Facebook

by Susan Geary | Apr 15, 2014 | Blog, Career, digital dirt, employee surveillance, Facebook, Job Search Advice, Networking, Privacy, Uncategorized

I was looking for a former colleague the other day on Facebook and lo and behold I found him! Before asking to “friend” him I looked at his profile, and discovered that he was married, and listed his wife’s Facebook page. Apparently you can easily do...

A Garden of Excuses from LinkedIn Opponents

by Susan Geary | Dec 10, 2010 | Blog, LinkedIn Profile, Networking, Uncategorized

When I work with clients on their job search, one the first things I ask is, “do you have an up-to-date LinkedIn profile?” I’m amazed at the number of excuses I hear as to why there is only one connection or the profile is literally growing cobwebs...

What is a Brand Ambassador?

by Susan Geary | Nov 19, 2010 | Blog, Freelancing, hiring, job search, Networking, Uncategorized

If you’re between jobs or looking to pick up some extra cash, consider signing up to be a “Brand Ambassador” or Field Marketing Representative. These are the folks you see at fairs and major events, or even inside a big box store demonstrating...

When Twitter and Linkedin Collide

by Susan Geary | Jan 14, 2010 | Blog, Career, LinkedIn Profile, Networking, Uncategorized

Social networking seems to be taking over our lives and now to make things easier, you can coordinate your Twitter Feed to be delivered over your LinkedIn network, but is that really a good idea? Twitter is considered to be an informal means of communication, while...
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