We’ve walked you through how to set up your LinkedIn profile. We’ve looked at how to step up your LinkedIn game.
But now, you find yourself in need of an update. Maybe you’ve been working a new summer job, or are taking some new courses at school. Maybe it’s just been awhile since you’ve made any changes to it.
You’re constantly acquiring new skills and experiences, and so your LinkedIn needs a refresh. Here are some things to try.
No matter what kind of industry you’re in, writing is important. In today’s world, email is our primary mode of communication. Some estimates suggest we write upwards of 40,000 words in emails a year—the length of a novel.
Because of this, the ability to effectively communicate your ideas and thoughts in writing is paramount. But what if writing isn’t your strong suit? How do you establish yourself as professional through your writing? Here are three tips to do just that.
If you’re applying for co-op placements as a student or jobs as a recent grad, you may find yourself struggling to show what experience you have. Chances are you haven’t worked in your industry yet, and you may be having a hard time proving that you have relevant work experience.
Maybe you’ve worked at a fast food restaurant or shoe store. Maybe you spent your summers working at a summer camp. You’re very confident dealing with the public and working in a team, but that doesn’t apply to professional jobs, right?
Wrong! As it turns out, you do have relevant experience—you have transferable skills.
You’ve prepared for your interview. You’ve figured out your skills and found good examples to back them up. You’ve printed out an extra copy of your resume and references. You’ve practiced answering all the kinds of questions that your interviewer could ask.
Except for one: near the end of your interviewer, the employer turns to you and asks, “Do you have any questions for me?”
It can be easy to forget that an interview is a two-way street. Answering the interviewer’s questions only goes so far to show the employer what kind of person you are: the missing link is in what kinds of questions you ask them.
So whatever you do, don’t say, “Um, no, I’m good” (we’ve all done it). Instead, here are 5 questions to ask your interviewer during your interview.
If you’re looking for a job, chances are that you’re looking through job boards online, sending out dozens of copies of your resume. You’ve probably filled out a lot of surveys and questionnaires, and you’ve perfected your cover letter. And while all these things are integral parts of the job search, they’re missing a key component: networking.
Networking means interacting with groups of people to build professional contacts and form relationships. It can be intimidating, but it’s absolutely necessary: around 85 per cent of jobs are filled through networking, not job boards.
What does this mean for you? It means that networking is a skill with which you should get comfortable, and the best way to get comfortable with it is to practice. And to practice, you’ll need to start finding some networking events to attend right here in Ottawa. Below are three great sources for doing just that.
Before you head out, be sure to read our post on how to shine at your next networking event!
