LinkedIn is growing in importance as a tool for professional and small business networking. Here are a few things worth knowing about the world’s second most popular social network. Some of these facts and perspectives can also be found in an interview of LinkedIn expert Lewis Howes that I did a while back on Technorati. […]
Know Your Network, Grow Your Network: Why You Need to “Get” LinkedIn
You’ve probably heard of LinkedIn. With over 100 million users, it is the world’s largest online professional network, and has captured the attention of professionals and businesspersons who see the potential value of online networking to move forward in their careers and their businesses. But when it comes to “getting LinkedIn,” many don’t understand the how to use it effectively.
LinkedIn becomes second most popular social network
LinkedIn has passed Myspace to become the second-most popular online social network in the U.S., behind Facebook. I’ll be running articles this week on how to get the most out of LinkedIn.
Summer Career Coaching Special
Are you still looking for a job in higher education? If so, my summer coaching special may be for you! I have already had several inquiries without even advertising, so I expect this group to fill quickly. Don’t let that discourage you, but also don’t sit on your hands.
Let’s get you a job this fall. Act now.
QR Codes: Like Poop on Your Résumé
A particular pet peeve of mine: the all-the-sudden popular and ugly-as-sin QR code. I hate them, because like many fads, most people rushing to use them don’t understand how to make sure they add value to the experience. In general, I feel that most people might as well take a poop on their résumé as put one of these on it, because adding a QR code without adding something of value to the “interview ecosystem” is well…just a load of crap.