Update on Im on LinkedIn Now What

Update on Im on LinkedIn â€" Now What This weekend has been a crash course in getting a book to print. On Friday I reviewed the proof that goes to the printer, which has the correct formatting from the layout team (they did a very cool job). It was kind of hard to review something that I have gone over over and over, but I found about 70 little mistakes. And then I went through some e-mails and found another 5 that other people had pointed out that I didnt catch. Saturday morning, around 10:30am I sent the entire list of changes to my publisher and was, for the day, pretty much done. Sunday morning I got an e-mail that said something like by they way, because of xyz there are two blank pages at the end you need to add more content. Add more content after its all done?? I came up with a clever idea (I passed the buck :p) well see if everyone else thinks its clever :). There are over 100 people that have received a pre-press soft copy of the book (if you are a blogger, or have a newsletter that you can promote the book to, and will promote it on your blog or newsletter, shoot me an e-mail) here is some of the feedback that Ive received (shortened where appropriate): Jason offers a unique perspective on networking thats of interest to anyone that is a job seeker, entrepreneur, or networking enthusiast. His book can easily save the average new user months of time in trial and error. Nadine Turner, Six Sigma Black Belt This book takes the guess work out of how to utilize LinkedIn and is unquestionably a friendly user guide! This book is not simply for beginners, but for those who are serious about professional and personal networking. Lori Russel Boilard, CEO, Distinct Careers Psychologist If you are new to LinkedIn, you are in for a treat when you read Im On LinkedInNow What???. If this book were available the first year LinkedIn started, it would have helped LinkedIn to be better understood and would have helped thousands of professionals get the most out of LinkedIn. Vincent Wright, Chief Encouragement Officer, MyLinkedinPowerForum.com Throughout this book he narrows down exactly what LinkedIn SHOULD be used for so that readers dont confuse it with other social networks. Daniel Schawbel, Publisher, Personal Branding Magazine As Jason writes, LinkedIn is NOT the silver bullet of networking sites; such a site does not exist, and this book does not try to make that point. Phil Gerbyshak, public speaker and author of 10 Ways to Make It Great! Authoritative and insightful, this book is a great primer for newbies, yet its comprehensive enough to offer something of value to even the most seasoned LinkedIn users. George Blomgren, Director of Marketing, MilwaukeeJobs.com Jason’s book is an easy-to-read, well-written, step-by-step tutorial for the novice, or for the person who’s already linked in. He reveals his mastery, once again, at making the complex simple, just as he did with his invention of JibberJobber. Billie R. Sucher, Career Transition Consultant Author, BillieSucher.com A book that Ive long needed to explain just what LinkedIn is and isnt to countless friends and clients without buzzwords or hype, its high on my list of recommendations. Susan Reynolds, New Media Consultant, ArtsyAsylum.com Jason shows you how to use this tool to its maximum potential. He shows you how to setup your profile to attract folks to you, how to find other people and information on LinkedIn, and how to build you personal brand with the help of LinkedIn. Kent M. Blumberg, Executive and Professional Coach, KentBlumberg.com In an age of social networking, LinkedIn remains one of the best for business people. Mr. Alba gives a wonderful first-hand insight on the how-tos of using the service: this guide has been a long time coming. I am delighted that hes taken the time to put together, in a single volume, how to get the best out of the service. Jack Yan, CEO, Jack Yan Associates, JackYan.com â€Å"This book is an easy read with some great descriptions of how to accomplish your LinkedIn Networking tasks. I recommend this book for all users of LinkedIn.† Jim Browning, Co-Owner/Lead Moderator, LinkedIn Atlanta President, Browning Business Solutions, LLC, NetworkingGA.com Jason has written a highly practical guide to Linkedin that will quickly allow a new user to understand and utilize Linkedin. Its also a great guide to the Linkedins hidden gems David Dalka, Senior Marketing and Business Development Professional, DavidDalka.com LinkedIn is a very powerful tool and Jason Alba does a tremendous job of helping a new user get the most out of it. Carl Chapman, Founder of CEC Search, LLC executive search firm for restaurant professionals, CECSearch.com â€Å"I would recommend [this book] to anyone who is just starting to build a LinkedIn network or for someone who has been a member for some time but is just now seeing the advantages LinkedIn provides.† Thom Allen, IT Career Coach, MyITCareerCoach.com I personally did not understand the need for yet another social networking site for me to visit. But within the first 15 pages of Jasons book, I began to understand the value of LinkedIn not only for me, but for those I have the opportunity to coach through a job search. Darlene McDaniel, Interview Guru, InterviewChatter.com If LinkedIn is a brand new car, then Jason’s book is the owner’s manual. It’s a great resource for those who want to make LinkedIn their own.† Adam J. Kovitz, Executive Director, Relationship Networking Industry Association (RNIA), CEO, Founder Publisher, The National Networker I’m on LinkedIn Now What?? answers so many of the questions that have been posed to me by my clients about this powerful business networking tool. Many people approach social networking technology with trepidation and Jason Alba has created a â€Å"how to† guide that reminds new users that there are â€Å"no stupid questions† when it comes to learning a new technology and guides seasoned users through the more specialized uses of the application. I’m on LinkedIn, Now What? is a must read for anyone interested in creating an on-line presence, building a professional community, sourcing prospects, or reaching out to decision makers and hiring authorities.The book is a quick, easy read that will teach you how to build more strategic and effective relationships on LinkedIn in a relatively short period of time. Barbara Safani, Career Solvers, CareerSolvers.com Cool Im very flattered to get these kinds of endorsements from these people! Want to pre-order? The eBook might ship this week, and the hard copy should ship by the end of this month! Just click here to get your own! Update on Im on LinkedIn â€" Now What This weekend has been a crash course in getting a book to print. On Friday I reviewed the proof that goes to the printer, which has the correct formatting from the layout team (they did a very cool job). It was kind of hard to review something that I have gone over over and over, but I found about 70 little mistakes. And then I went through some e-mails and found another 5 that other people had pointed out that I didnt catch. Saturday morning, around 10:30am I sent the entire list of changes to my publisher and was, for the day, pretty much done. Sunday morning I got an e-mail that said something like by they way, because of xyz there are two blank pages at the end you need to add more content. Add more content after its all done?? I came up with a clever idea (I passed the buck :p) well see if everyone else thinks its clever :). There are over 100 people that have received a pre-press soft copy of the book (if you are a blogger, or have a newsletter that you can promote the book to, and will promote it on your blog or newsletter, shoot me an e-mail) here is some of the feedback that Ive received (shortened where appropriate): Jason offers a unique perspective on networking thats of interest to anyone that is a job seeker, entrepreneur, or networking enthusiast. His book can easily save the average new user months of time in trial and error. Nadine Turner, Six Sigma Black Belt This book takes the guess work out of how to utilize LinkedIn and is unquestionably a friendly user guide! This book is not simply for beginners, but for those who are serious about professional and personal networking. Lori Russel Boilard, CEO, Distinct Careers Psychologist If you are new to LinkedIn, you are in for a treat when you read Im On LinkedInNow What???. If this book were available the first year LinkedIn started, it would have helped LinkedIn to be better understood and would have helped thousands of professionals get the most out of LinkedIn. Vincent Wright, Chief Encouragement Officer, MyLinkedinPowerForum.com Throughout this book he narrows down exactly what LinkedIn SHOULD be used for so that readers dont confuse it with other social networks. Daniel Schawbel, Publisher, Personal Branding Magazine As Jason writes, LinkedIn is NOT the silver bullet of networking sites; such a site does not exist, and this book does not try to make that point. Phil Gerbyshak, public speaker and author of 10 Ways to Make It Great! Authoritative and insightful, this book is a great primer for newbies, yet its comprehensive enough to offer something of value to even the most seasoned LinkedIn users. George Blomgren, Director of Marketing, MilwaukeeJobs.com Jason’s book is an easy-to-read, well-written, step-by-step tutorial for the novice, or for the person who’s already linked in. He reveals his mastery, once again, at making the complex simple, just as he did with his invention of JibberJobber. Billie R. Sucher, Career Transition Consultant Author, BillieSucher.com A book that Ive long needed to explain just what LinkedIn is and isnt to countless friends and clients without buzzwords or hype, its high on my list of recommendations. Susan Reynolds, New Media Consultant, ArtsyAsylum.com Jason shows you how to use this tool to its maximum potential. He shows you how to setup your profile to attract folks to you, how to find other people and information on LinkedIn, and how to build you personal brand with the help of LinkedIn. Kent M. Blumberg, Executive and Professional Coach, KentBlumberg.com In an age of social networking, LinkedIn remains one of the best for business people. Mr. Alba gives a wonderful first-hand insight on the how-tos of using the service: this guide has been a long time coming. I am delighted that hes taken the time to put together, in a single volume, how to get the best out of the service. Jack Yan, CEO, Jack Yan Associates, JackYan.com â€Å"This book is an easy read with some great descriptions of how to accomplish your LinkedIn Networking tasks. I recommend this book for all users of LinkedIn.† Jim Browning, Co-Owner/Lead Moderator, LinkedIn Atlanta President, Browning Business Solutions, LLC, NetworkingGA.com Jason has written a highly practical guide to Linkedin that will quickly allow a new user to understand and utilize Linkedin. Its also a great guide to the Linkedins hidden gems David Dalka, Senior Marketing and Business Development Professional, DavidDalka.com LinkedIn is a very powerful tool and Jason Alba does a tremendous job of helping a new user get the most out of it. Carl Chapman, Founder of CEC Search, LLC executive search firm for restaurant professionals, CECSearch.com â€Å"I would recommend [this book] to anyone who is just starting to build a LinkedIn network or for someone who has been a member for some time but is just now seeing the advantages LinkedIn provides.† Thom Allen, IT Career Coach, MyITCareerCoach.com I personally did not understand the need for yet another social networking site for me to visit. But within the first 15 pages of Jasons book, I began to understand the value of LinkedIn not only for me, but for those I have the opportunity to coach through a job search. Darlene McDaniel, Interview Guru, InterviewChatter.com If LinkedIn is a brand new car, then Jason’s book is the owner’s manual. It’s a great resource for those who want to make LinkedIn their own.† Adam J. Kovitz, Executive Director, Relationship Networking Industry Association (RNIA), CEO, Founder Publisher, The National Networker I’m on LinkedIn Now What?? answers so many of the questions that have been posed to me by my clients about this powerful business networking tool. Many people approach social networking technology with trepidation and Jason Alba has created a â€Å"how to† guide that reminds new users that there are â€Å"no stupid questions† when it comes to learning a new technology and guides seasoned users through the more specialized uses of the application. I’m on LinkedIn, Now What? is a must read for anyone interested in creating an on-line presence, building a professional community, sourcing prospects, or reaching out to decision makers and hiring authorities.The book is a quick, easy read that will teach you how to build more strategic and effective relationships on LinkedIn in a relatively short period of time. Barbara Safani, Career Solvers, CareerSolvers.com Cool Im very flattered to get these kinds of endorsements from these people! Want to pre-order? The eBook might ship this week, and the hard copy should ship by the end of this month! Just click here to get your own! Update on Im on LinkedIn â€" Now What This weekend has been a crash course in getting a book to print. On Friday I reviewed the proof that goes to the printer, which has the correct formatting from the layout team (they did a very cool job). It was kind of hard to review something that I have gone over over and over, but I found about 70 little mistakes. And then I went through some e-mails and found another 5 that other people had pointed out that I didnt catch. Saturday morning, around 10:30am I sent the entire list of changes to my publisher and was, for the day, pretty much done. Sunday morning I got an e-mail that said something like by they way, because of xyz there are two blank pages at the end you need to add more content. Add more content after its all done?? I came up with a clever idea (I passed the buck :p) well see if everyone else thinks its clever :). There are over 100 people that have received a pre-press soft copy of the book (if you are a blogger, or have a newsletter that you can promote the book to, and will promote it on your blog or newsletter, shoot me an e-mail) here is some of the feedback that Ive received (shortened where appropriate): Jason offers a unique perspective on networking thats of interest to anyone that is a job seeker, entrepreneur, or networking enthusiast. His book can easily save the average new user months of time in trial and error. Nadine Turner, Six Sigma Black Belt This book takes the guess work out of how to utilize LinkedIn and is unquestionably a friendly user guide! This book is not simply for beginners, but for those who are serious about professional and personal networking. Lori Russel Boilard, CEO, Distinct Careers Psychologist If you are new to LinkedIn, you are in for a treat when you read Im On LinkedInNow What???. If this book were available the first year LinkedIn started, it would have helped LinkedIn to be better understood and would have helped thousands of professionals get the most out of LinkedIn. Vincent Wright, Chief Encouragement Officer, MyLinkedinPowerForum.com Throughout this book he narrows down exactly what LinkedIn SHOULD be used for so that readers dont confuse it with other social networks. Daniel Schawbel, Publisher, Personal Branding Magazine As Jason writes, LinkedIn is NOT the silver bullet of networking sites; such a site does not exist, and this book does not try to make that point. Phil Gerbyshak, public speaker and author of 10 Ways to Make It Great! Authoritative and insightful, this book is a great primer for newbies, yet its comprehensive enough to offer something of value to even the most seasoned LinkedIn users. George Blomgren, Director of Marketing, MilwaukeeJobs.com Jason’s book is an easy-to-read, well-written, step-by-step tutorial for the novice, or for the person who’s already linked in. He reveals his mastery, once again, at making the complex simple, just as he did with his invention of JibberJobber. Billie R. Sucher, Career Transition Consultant Author, BillieSucher.com A book that Ive long needed to explain just what LinkedIn is and isnt to countless friends and clients without buzzwords or hype, its high on my list of recommendations. Susan Reynolds, New Media Consultant, ArtsyAsylum.com Jason shows you how to use this tool to its maximum potential. He shows you how to setup your profile to attract folks to you, how to find other people and information on LinkedIn, and how to build you personal brand with the help of LinkedIn. Kent M. Blumberg, Executive and Professional Coach, KentBlumberg.com In an age of social networking, LinkedIn remains one of the best for business people. Mr. Alba gives a wonderful first-hand insight on the how-tos of using the service: this guide has been a long time coming. I am delighted that hes taken the time to put together, in a single volume, how to get the best out of the service. Jack Yan, CEO, Jack Yan Associates, JackYan.com â€Å"This book is an easy read with some great descriptions of how to accomplish your LinkedIn Networking tasks. I recommend this book for all users of LinkedIn.† Jim Browning, Co-Owner/Lead Moderator, LinkedIn Atlanta President, Browning Business Solutions, LLC, NetworkingGA.com Jason has written a highly practical guide to Linkedin that will quickly allow a new user to understand and utilize Linkedin. Its also a great guide to the Linkedins hidden gems David Dalka, Senior Marketing and Business Development Professional, DavidDalka.com LinkedIn is a very powerful tool and Jason Alba does a tremendous job of helping a new user get the most out of it. Carl Chapman, Founder of CEC Search, LLC executive search firm for restaurant professionals, CECSearch.com â€Å"I would recommend [this book] to anyone who is just starting to build a LinkedIn network or for someone who has been a member for some time but is just now seeing the advantages LinkedIn provides.† Thom Allen, IT Career Coach, MyITCareerCoach.com I personally did not understand the need for yet another social networking site for me to visit. But within the first 15 pages of Jasons book, I began to understand the value of LinkedIn not only for me, but for those I have the opportunity to coach through a job search. Darlene McDaniel, Interview Guru, InterviewChatter.com If LinkedIn is a brand new car, then Jason’s book is the owner’s manual. It’s a great resource for those who want to make LinkedIn their own.† Adam J. Kovitz, Executive Director, Relationship Networking Industry Association (RNIA), CEO, Founder Publisher, The National Networker I’m on LinkedIn Now What?? answers so many of the questions that have been posed to me by my clients about this powerful business networking tool. Many people approach social networking technology with trepidation and Jason Alba has created a â€Å"how to† guide that reminds new users that there are â€Å"no stupid questions† when it comes to learning a new technology and guides seasoned users through the more specialized uses of the application. I’m on LinkedIn, Now What? is a must read for anyone interested in creating an on-line presence, building a professional community, sourcing prospects, or reaching out to decision makers and hiring authorities.The book is a quick, easy read that will teach you how to build more strategic and effective relationships on LinkedIn in a relatively short period of time. Barbara Safani, Career Solvers, CareerSolvers.com Cool Im very flattered to get these kinds of endorsements from these people! Want to pre-order? The eBook might ship this week, and the hard copy should ship by the end of this month! Just click here to get your own!

Wisdoms From The Elderly

Wisdoms From The Elderly I was once told that when someone is giving me new information, I sit there, expressionless, gobbling up the information without conveying any emotion. I had no idea I did this! (I assumed that I show reaction) yet apparently, sometimes when I am listening to new information so intently, processing every piece and thinking what will I do with this data, once I do next step 1, what is the next event that will occur, will I be prepared for that, (if not) how can I prepare for that, what is the ultimate result of this initiative…and so on, apparently a blank stare is how I demonstrate that I am thinking 16 steps ahead. So I got to thinking…what is it that the teacher has that I do not? Experience. And then I thought…how does one get experience? Time. So the moral of the story is smile and nod when you are learning something new. Just kidding. The moral of the story is, as you keep learning new things, ask questions and/or confirm you understand. But what if you want to be wise beyond your years? You have to tap into special resources. Books, yes. But also people. Likely older people. Because, mathematically, they have more time on this earth than you do and thus they have had more experiences. So here are a few of my favorite wisdom from the elderly. I know someone who has been playing bridge every week for the past three decades because “it keeps me sharp”. Find a hobby that keeps your mind sharp. Have you ever noticed older generations at the airport? Many of the gentlemen still wear a suit and tie. Travel elegantly. When I relocated to Sarasota from Chicago I did not yet have my next career endeavor determined. One of my neighbors is a former Navy Pilot, a senior who works out in our building fitness room every day around 2pm. He is in great shape given his years. For the first few days when I saw him, he would ask me, “So, did you find a job yet?” “Not, yet!”, I’d smile, as I headed out to a networking event. A week or so later he asked me again and my response was “Yes! I start in two weeks!” “Good”. He said. “Get to work!” Now. When a grown 80-something ex-Navy pilot  tells you to “Get To Work”, it somehow carries this extra motivation and inspiration that I will never be able to forget. “Work” to this man once meant defending our country by air and sea. I practically saluted him as I smiled in agreement, and before heading into the elevator. Treat your work with motivation and inspiration. What have you learned from your elders? Share @MsCareerGirl Columnist Archive Photo 1, Photo 2, Photo 3

4 Ps - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career

4 Ps - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career I view this blog as a way to approach life, while integrating marketing concepts and applications. The foundation of marketing lies with the four ps, as you may already know. If you were to sell a new product, you would start to describe the product, your convenience to your community, low price point and promotional tactics of attracting this audience. Without the product and strategy, the other Ps cannot function as once succinct unit. Let me break down this chart and describe to you how it relates to your life. Product: Instead of selling an object, you are selling yourself, so therefore you become the product being sold. You have many attributes or characteristics that may differentiate yourself from the competition and make you who you are. The idea here is that you must build your product and establish a line of credibility. In order to build your product, you should educate yourself through schooling and work experiences and the vast array of knowledge that swarms you in your everyday life. BUILD YOUR BRAND and become a marketable product. Place: Now that you have built your brand(yourself), decide where you would like to showcase it or who your target market is for presenting it. These would be companies where you would like to work, whether close or far from your current location. DECIDING ON THE RIGHT PLACE will translate into an enriching experience that will also build your product. Price: The price in this equation is your net value that you could provide to a company. Your value is encompassed by your wealth of knowledge, title, and years of experience that you bring to the table. As your value increases, so can your asking price for starting salaries. MATCH YOUR EXPERIENCE TO A PRICE. Promotion: The promotion area of the four ps gravitates towards tactics that define how you get the job you desire. These tactics should be both creative and intuitive and should take into account the other 3 ps in order to be effective. CREATIVELY PROMOTING YOURSELF will enhance your visibility and generate positive responses if successful.

Growing Your Personal Brand Facebook Fan Page - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career

Growing Your Personal Brand Facebook Fan Page - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career A few years back, Facebook opened the door of opportunity for attracting new prospects and fans with their Pages (different than a Facebook Profile). Then came the implementation of Facebook Graph search along with its updated algorithm and Page configurations which has caused these online relationships to dwindle. But having a strong brand presence on Facebook is still important. While it is harder today to connect with your audience on a personal brand’s Facebook Page without investing in ads, by implementing a few strategies you can start growing your audience again with more engagement for your posts. How can your brand effectively change its social media marketing strategy on Facebook? Through organic reach, mentions on other Pages in your niche, eye-catching and interesting content, and daily follow-up.   There are several ways you can get your Facebook Page active again and even attract more fans. Most of these strategies help facilitate growth without having the need for a high advertising budget. How to build a strong Page Community on Facebook The following steps are things your personal brand can start doing today with faster results. • Conduct a Page audit If your brand has an established Facebook Page that has been operating for a few years it might be time to upgrade the look to match your website and other social networks. It is important to prominently show your Fans what your personal brand is all about, in addition to having a clear, concise description and website link. •  Comment and interact on other Pages Many companies and brands already have ‘Liked’ Pages in their niche, but the key is to be communicating in these places as well. It’s important to eliminate ‘dead’ or irrelevant communities, and then post comments and share posts of active Pages who have a large number of Fans. Consider hosting a special ‘Fan Page’ day to attract more followers with an announcement to your connections. When you cross-promote other brands this will most likely be done for your brand’s Page as well. • Post content your fans will love Get to know the preferences of your brand’s followers, and start posting content that they can relate to and will want to ‘Like’ and share. Eye-catching graphics, fun and interesting videos, questions, quotes, and inspirational content are especially popular on Facebook. Take this one step further and host an event or contest that will make people want to come back for more. • Know how your brand’s page is performing Facebook makes it easy to track Page insights and statistics, especially on the interactions of your posts. This will help your brand understand the needs of its audience and make adjustments to your marketing strategy. Taking the time to build your brand’s Facebook Page means investing some time and effort, but the payoff is great as you begin to see an increase in interactions and Fans. Stay up to date with the latest changes on Facebook in order to avoid any conflicts with their policies, such as their latest ‘link baiting’ announcement where Page owners are being monitored for including links in their posts. dolphfyn / Shutterstock.com

Resume and CV Writing Service Exeter

Resume and CV Writing Service ExeterIf you want to get a job in the USA, you need to be very familiar with the concept of a resume and CV writing service Exeter. The key is to get them to take care of everything. Your task is to look for one that can be found on the internet.First thing you should know is that getting a CV written by a US-based professional is different from getting one written by an English-speaking writer from another country. You cannot expect your CV to read like a native English CV. At least, the CV will not be at par with what you are used to. If you are a businessperson with a UK address, getting your CV and CVs are written by a professional in Exeter would be quite different.A professional CV writing service is more likely to follow a template that is already set up than the kinds of templates that most companies use for writing CVs. A template will enable them to develop a CV with ease. The first thing they do is to establish a baseline so that they know whe re they should start.The base of your CV is made up of information that is also included in a template, and this will be followed throughout the rest of the CV. So make sure you ask for the CV templates when you are on a search for a US-based resume writing service.Your basic information should include your name, your contact number, your company and your contact person's details. The company is not the same as the company's name, and the contact person refers to the person who actually handles your job in the company. It could be your boss, a colleague or someone else who works in the company.Your contact details should also include your current employer, the job you are applying for, your address, the number of working hours you have worked, and any other pertinent information that your resume needs. It is very important to include your experience in the fields you are applying for, whether they are related to the job that you are applying for. This is because employers may consid er this a plus point for you.After you have your CV written, it is time to make sure that it is all professional. Any mistake on the CV will show immediately and could cost you a good job. In addition, you may not get a job within the first month of submitting a CV.Make sure that your CV is concise. Do not include too much information. Write a few lines about what the employer is looking for in an employee and then add the rest of the information as you think of it.

How To Ask For A Raise - And Get It!

How To Ask For A Raise - And Get It! There may be nothing harder than walking into the boss’ office to ask for a raise. But budget cuts are a way of life and in many companies if you don’t ask for a raise â€" you don’t get one. It’s not impossible with a little prep work and a shot of confidence. I sat down with empowerment speaker Kelly McNelis, founder of Women For One and author of Your Messy Brilliance, for a few simple tips to get what you want. Why is it so hard for so many of us to ask for a raise? We aren’t taught to talk about money, especially women, but we need to acknowledge what we are bringing to the table and ask for what we are worth. Having this hard conversation starts with yourself. When you get clear in your own mind about what you want and why you want it, you’ll be better positioned to talk about money and negotiate with your boss without wavering. How can we get comfortable talking about money? Talking about money is taboo in our society, so you have to be your own best advocate. Start with people you trust like close friends and family and ask them how they did it. Also, research salaries in your industry and in your area so you understand the range (salary.com and payscale.com are good resources). If it feels appropriate, ask colleagues how much they make. Do we need to have a big win before we ask for a raise? It’s great to have a big accomplishment, but not always necessary. Make a list of your achievements over the past year and take credit for ideas you contributed to your team. You need to be willing to share your accomplishments in a logical way, so think about how your work helped the company’s bottom line. What if a person doesn’t feel comfortable boasting? Don’t wait until you want to ask for a raise to start taking credit for your work, because if you don’t someone else will. Celebrate little accomplishments as they come up so the boss hears about all your hard work throughout the year. You can also explain how your accomplishments benefit the whole team by connecting your successes to the company’s overall goals. Communicate how you have helped uplift your company’s vision, as well as the people around you. Hard conversations with the boss can be intimidating! What’s the secret? Asking for a raise might be one of the most intimidating things imaginable, but instead of being afraid, consider this a win-win for everyone. Knowing that you worked hard to earn that raise will help you find confidence. Knowing that your boss appreciates you will inspire you to do even more for the company! Should we throw out a number? Have a specific number in mind and be unapologetic about naming it when you ask for your raise. The value of matter-of-fact transparency is that it makes you a better and more assertive communicator who doesn’t leave money on the table! What if I think my boss doesn’t like me? Assume that your boss wants to support you and be willing to give them ideas on how they can do so. Just asking for the raise will make your boss look at you differently and re-energize the enthusiasm that you have for your job. If your boss says no, at least you have built up the confidence and have a list of great accomplishments for your résumé. When you are confident people take notice and they respond with new offers and exciting opportunities because they believe you can handle anything. Simple preparation and deep breaths can help you succeed in getting a raise. So, take Kelly’s advice and take control of your career path. Join Dana Manciagli’s Job Search Master Class now and get the most comprehensive job search system available!

Make It Easy For Recruiters To Say Yes To You

Make It Easy For Recruiters To Say Yes To You Make It Easy For Recruiters To Say Yes To You Most recruiters and hiring managers are sourcing candidates on social media, particularly LinkedIn.   Which is great news if you have a robust, optimized LinkedIn profile. As a recruiter I spent hours on LinkedIn sourcing candidates, often scrolling through 500+ possible matches. Some were easily eliminated due to a missing or inappropriate photo. My all-time favorite being the woman wearing a wedding gown, veil and all. Potential candidates fell into 2 categories:1) Yes, contact them immediately and 2) they might be a possibility. The one thing that consistently moved candidates from maybe to yes was if it was easy to contact them. The point is, don’t make the mistake thinking if recruiters want to contact you they will track you down or use an InMail. Unless they think you are a perfect candidate, they may not. You can increase your odds by making it easy for them by including contact information on your LinkedIn profile. A few years ago, the most common place to put an email and phone number was LinkedIn’s Advice for Contacting section. However, this section is no longer available on LinkedIn’s newer user interface. Today, your best option is to put your email address in the Summary section. If you’re conducting a confidential job search, include an innocuous statement like “always interested in connecting with like-minded people or clients and colleagues or making new connections” along with your email address. Whatever you choose to write make sure it doesn’t scream “I’m looking for a new job” in case your boss decides to read it. If you’re concerned about sharing your personal email address set up an email account specifically for your LinkedIn profile. Email addresses like carguy@ or talktome@ are not appropriate for your job search. Instead choose something simple like your name or a variation of your name. Avoid using @aol or @yahoo email addresses which can make you look like you’re stuck in the last century. Keep those old email addresses to use with family and friends but opt for something more current like an @gmail address for your job search. Remember: LinkedIn is like Google for people. Just as with a website, having a complete, optimized LinkedIn profile will help you come up higher in a recruiter’s search. Just don’t play hard to get. Make it easy for them to contact you by including your contact information in your LinkedIn Summary.