By Yvonne Milosevic It's time to tackle yet another digital dilemma facing today's professionals. If it hasn't happened to you yet, it surely will at some point. We're talking about that awkward moment when your boss tries to friend or follow you on social media.…
By Yvonne Milosevic Have you had to hit the pause button on your career due to health issues, or to care for a child or ailing family member? Absences like these can happen to anyone at any time. But take heart. Long-term resume and career…
The COVID-19 pandemic has forced many professionals back into job-hunting mode again. Now, new research from Duke University’s Fuqua School of Business suggests applying for a position is totally passé. It found that a strategy of letting the job find you, known as passive job…
By Yvonne Milosevic Congratulations, you’ve mastered all the basics and have a rock-solid LinkedIn profile! For starters, there’s a professional headshot that looks like the best version of you. Every section is complete. Good on you for customizing the URL with your name. A snappy,…
By Robin Madell The new rules of professional networking have become murky now that much of our connecting happens via electronic devices. Should you channel most of your networking efforts into social media? Are face-to-face meetings still essential for networking success? What’s the right ratio…