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By Karin Durkee If you have a professional profile on LinkedIn but have not taken the next step in building your network, you are missing out on a valuable job search tool. Building your professional network on LinkedIn will help you find Continue reading LinkedIn: Building Your Relevant Network
We often receive compliments from recruiters on how prepared and responsive job seekers are at our Corporate Gray Virtual Job Fairs. We attribute some of that to our efforts in educating the registered job seekers before the events. We also Continue reading Tips for Job Seeker Etiquette
Are you eagerly awaiting a phone call or email after submitting a job application or attending an interview? As my mom used to say, “Don’t hold your breath.” You’re better off taking the initiative to follow up and see where Continue reading Taking the Initiative in Following Up
Between your current active duty job and navigating your transition and civilian job search, there isn’t much time left to spend on social media. But with a focused approach, social media sites like LinkedIn can be a great help to Continue reading A Targeted Approach to Using Social Media
Having an industry mentor can help you reach your goals and advance your career. A good mentor can be especially helpful when transitioning from the military to civilian workplace. A mentor can help not only with your transition, but in Continue reading A Good Mentor: Don’t Leave the Military without It
“All too often overlooked after the network contact is made.” By Jim Dittbrenner In job search mode, the encouragement … pressure? … to network is always there. A major piece of networking truly is to secure informational interviews with individuals Continue reading Informational Interviewing
Working in the public sector can be a good choice if you are a transitioning military member, as you have first-hand experience with the culture and how the federal government operates. Being familiar with the culture could make your transition Continue reading Navigating the Federal Job Search Process
Networking is essential to a successful job search. It is estimated that 80% of jobs are found through networking. Growing your network and connecting to those who can help will increase the opportunities for job leads, advice, and support in Continue reading Job Search Networking – Part 1: Types and Tips
As a military veteran, one of your greatest resources is your fellow veterans. They are a nationwide network that has a common interest and that looks out for one another. Make it a priority to connect with other veterans through Continue reading Job Search Networking – Part 2: Connect with Fellow Veterans