Author: WorkItDaily
You’re told you need to network. You’re told that one out of four job seekers have found their favorite job through networking. You’re told that “it’s all about who you know.” Networking, networking, networking. Great!LinkedIn is a big part of networking these days. It’s a great platform to manage and nurture your valuable connections. But are you networking on LinkedIn the WRONG way? Are your LinkedIn invitations not converting to connections? Are your LinkedIn requests getting ignored?Here are three reasons why people might be ignoring your LinkedIn connection requests, and what to do instead… You Don’t Provide A Personalized Message…
Do you have “unproductive discomfort”? As a career coach, I work with a lot of people who sit in unproductive discomfort, meaning they have a lot of anxiety, stress, anger, and frustration around their situation, but they’re spending more time worrying about it and thinking about it than doing something about it.Now, that’s not to say that you’re not trying. I know that you are. I know that you’re trying different things, but nothing is working. And every time you try something and you don’t get results, it eats away at your confidence and gets you into this really uncomfortable…
The job interview—this is where it all really begins! While your resume may have impressed the hiring manager and helped you get your foot in the door, now you really have to bring home those points on the resume in person. Failing to convey the right message in the job interview means it is game over!Don’t expect a callback from the employer if you fall short of conveying key messages. There’s a lot that can be done to prepare for the job interview so that you go into it confidently. However, it’s one thing to be prepared and it’s another…
If you’re still dressing like you did in the 80s, it’s time to retire that hair, makeup, or outfit…and instead embrace some new style inspiration.Fashion Challenge: Older professionals who don’t realize when it’s definitely time to update their look and have a major style makeover. Example: someone who is clinging to a hairstyle or fashion trend that was fashionable fifteen years ago, thinking it still looks good. SharpHeels Style Guideline Don’t make an office fashion flub—know when it’s time to update your look. Anything older than 10 years, unless it’s a gorgeous, classic Chanel suit, is outdated—and it’s absolutely time…
According to data, 95% of startups fail. That’s a staggering number. As an entrepreneur, our most valuable asset is time and resources. For those navigating the challenges of a startup environment, the primary objective is to accomplish more with less—to drive value and growth despite limited manpower, modest budgets, and scarce resources. Startups inherently have an element of chaos, yet within this chaos, only a handful of actions at any given time can have a significant impact. That’s where the Lean Startup Marketing Formula approach comes in. It’s less risky, directing your attention to the right actions at the right…
Last week, I had the opportunity to interview Steve Smith, Executive Chairman for Steward Tubular. We explored how, in today’s fast-paced business world, the ability to focus is a powerful asset. It’s the key that unlocks innovation, productivity, and strategic thinking.However, this privilege of focus is not evenly distributed. Many factors, including socioeconomic status, technological distractions, and mental health, influence our capacity to concentrate. In this article, we will explore how the privilege of focus impacts breakthroughs in the business environment. The Privilege Of Focus: A Brief Overview The privilege of focus is the advantage some individuals or organizations have…
The thought of conducting a job search right now is probably very intimidating for most professionals—and a little frightening. While there are many things that could be scaring you about your job search, you can’t let those fears impact your career, especially when you can easily overcome them with the right tools, tips, and strategies.If the phrase “looking for a job” strikes fear into your heart, don’t worry. Here’s how to overcome your job search fears this fall, just in time for Halloween! Fear #1: Employers Won’t Call You Back You’re putting so much time and effort into your job…
As new employees join your team, providing them with a well-structured and comprehensive training plan is essential for their success and the long-term growth of your business. Crafting a thoughtful and effective training program not only accelerates the onboarding process but also sets the stage for new hires to excel in their roles. How can you create a training plan that equips your new talent with the knowledge and skills they need to thrive?We recently asked our leading executives for their best tips on how to develop a training plan for new employees.Here are their responses… Melodie Turk, Learning Experience…
One of the best things about work is that you get to collaborate with your co-workers. However, in offices all over the world, there are co-workers people would rather NOT work with every day.Co-workers can get labeled as terrible for multiple reasons. And that label can do some serious damage at work. Here are a few habits a colleague can have that would earn them that bad reputation. Are you guilty of any of them? Gossiping About Your Co-Workers via GIPHYIt’s important to build a team that has respect for one another in the workplace. One of the biggest things…
To most of us, career growth and success are life goals that are right in line with marriage, a mortgage, kids, and two bright and shiny new cars in the driveway. Unfortunately, this is rarely the case. In many cases, well-educated people are stuck in jobs that they’re overqualified for and they’re blocked for promotions by senior team members.When it comes to career success, if you’re not growing, you’re dying.Here are five things that you can do to improve your career growth prospects and be happier and successful at work: 1. Learn New Skills If you’re passed over again and…