Networking is a skill that comes naturally for some, and less so for others. And it takes many forms. But ask most people if it’s essential to getting ahead in your field, and moving up, and you will get a resounding “yes” from most. In a recent edition of the #sasearch Twitter chat, which I […]
LinkedIn: What You Need to Know About the Second Most Popular Social Network
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.
Are You a Socially Intelligent Job-seeker?
Social Media has changed the way we look for jobs, network, and do research on our fields of interest. Today, there are many opportunities on the internet to expand your reach, and to leverage the power of your personal and professional networks, but it’s especially important that you have a “socially intelligent” approach to what […]