Tag: networking
Updated on July 19, 2016
I hate networking events – Do I have to go to them and if so, what do I do ? (TPOY033)
It is easy to think that networking events are about becoming a guy who strides up to people, thrusts a business card into their hand while introducing themselves and delivering a hearty “Pleased to meecha!” before turning to …
Posted on June 13, 2016
I am just graduating from school and am overwhelmed by the job market. What should I do? (TPOY031)
The job market is overwhelming for everyone, especially when coming from the academic world and entering the wider working world with its different culture, rhythm and requirements. This microcast lays out a few key truths about the job …
Posted on March 18, 2016
I am letting my network know that I am available for any & all types of work. What else can I do? (TPOY007)
When we have many capabilities and are not sure where they might be in demand, it seems prudent to advertise our versatility and our flexibility. It turns out that this strategy can cause unintended consequences. This microcast covers …
Updated on March 14, 2016
How can I talk about my experience without bragging? (TPOY005)
It can feel very uncomfortable to talk about how we have contributed at work. It feels conceited and seems to force us to be a person we do want to be. The fact is, there is not just …
Updated on March 14, 2016
How can I network when it turns me into someone I don’t like? (TPOY004)
Although many job seekers wish it were not so, statistics reinforce that networking is the most common way to land a job. What is not as well understood is what networking is. There are many types of networking …
Posted on February 25, 2016
Interviewers all seem to expect small talk in an interview. Is there any way to avoid it? (TPOY001)
To the busy and single-minded, small talk may seem like an unaffordable luxury. In fact it is a necessity that you cannot do without. Here are the basics of what you need to know.
