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How to Optimize Your Job Search Part 2 – Old Networking

by on Aug. 21, 2010 in Getting a job, Networking, Old Networking

Find new ways to get in. (Photo: Tim Murphy) Meet-and-greets, cocktail parties, industry gatherings, conventions, alumni get-togethers, etc. are all part of what I call Old Networking. Incidentally, none of these have ever worked for me.  That doesn’t make them bad, but the events, as well as the attendees, have always come off as kind [...]

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Breaking the Application Addiction

by on Aug. 20, 2010 in Informational Interviews, Job Application Advice, New Networking, Old Networking

(Photo: Daniel*1977) These days it’s very easy to park yourself in front of the computer, compile a list of prospective jobs, and start applying. [Note: By easy, I mean straightforward. We all know that hurling out application after application is not "easy". It sucks. It's time consuming, annoying, and, if you're not getting lots of [...]

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