Archive for 'Tag Archives: 'Networking''

The Gen-Y Perspective | Using LinkedIn To Get A Job

Most people use LinkedIn as an electronic address book -- I know you from somewhere else, therefore I’ll connect with you on LinkedIn. Many people don’t realize that the true potential of LinkedIn lies not in [...]

Savvy Grad Advice | StumbleUpon: A Great Way to Create Connections

Christina Lohman - The Savvy GRAD - is devoted to helping young professionals and recent grads thrive rather than survive. Christina discusses topics that will help you develop what you’ve got to get what you [...]

Gen-Y Job Search 2.0: An Evolution in Career Strategy

Gen Y is painfully aware of workforce reality. The economy still sucks. The job search process has never been more difficult. Student loan debt has reached record levels. Gen Y, having seen promises made and broken [...]

Gen-Y Perspective: Getting Involved in YOUR Community

As a college student or young professional (hereto referred to as a “YP”), it’s imperative that you become actively engaged in your community. Regardless if you plan to stay in your community for the long-haul or [...]

Gen-Y Perspective: Are You Building Your Brand? Because You Should Be

I wish someone would have told me how important branding was when I was in college. It's a great way to show your expertise and get ahead of all the other job seekers. With the rise [...]

How to Organize Your Own Networking Event

Networking is a great way to advance your career by leveraging meaningful relationships.  But if you’re reading this blog, you’re different.  You’re exceptional because you have made an investment in your life and career by taking [...]

Gen-Y Perspective | Collaborating Across Generations For Better Social Networking

Does Gen-Y really get what “social networking” means? I have recently read many blogs and articles that say Gen-Y really understands “social networking”. Do you think this is true or is there a disconnect [...]