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‘Tis the Season for Networking Success: Why the Holidays Are Prime Time for Career Connections
As the holiday season approaches, the air is filled with festive tunes and the scent of cinnamon-spiced treats. It’s a time of joy, celebration, and, surprisingly, an excellent opportunity for job seekers, self-employed professionals, and those already employed to supercharge their networking efforts. So, let’s unwrap the reasons why holiday time is the best time…
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8 Ways to Thank a Veteran on LinkedIn
Veterans Day is when we unite to honor and express our gratitude to the brave men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces. It is a day to reflect on veterans’ sacrifices and their invaluable contributions to our country’s freedom and security. One of the best platforms to show appreciation and…
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Tips for Black, Veteran, Women, or Other Entrepreneurs On & Off LinkedIn
November is National Entrepreneurship Month, as designated in 2011 by President Obama. October 30 to November 3 is Veterans National Small Business Week, followed by National Entrepreneurship Day on November 21. Black Entrepreneurs Day is on November 1, Global Entrepreneurship Week is the second week of November, and Women’s Entrepreneurship Day is on November 19,…
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Step-by-Step Instructions on How to Make a Custom LinkedIn Banner
Need to know how to make a custom LinkedIn banner that makes you stand out? Here are some step-by-step instructions to create your own branded billboard. If you don’t want the default grayish-greenish banner, you have to take charge and create a graphic that is 1584 px x 396 px, and it’s easier to make…
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Can Your LinkedIn Headline Align With Your Elevator Pitch?
Your elevator pitch is vital for sparking interest in what you or your organization does, and your written and verbal elevator pitches can align. Your elevator pitch is a brief, persuasive speech designed to introduce yourself or promote your product or service. The name elevator pitch stems from its conciseness, tailored to a short elevator…
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The Ultimate Gen-Z Slang & Emoji Guide for LinkedIn & The Workplace
Gen Z’s use of slang and emojis often confuses older colleagues. As a result, Google searches for ‘Gen Z slang’ and ‘Gen Z words’ have increased, according to Gen Z contributor Emily Goldstein. Emily Goldstein, PR manager at Movchan Agency, a communication and growth agency for tech startups, commented: “As a member of Gen Z,…
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The Great Gloom Follows The Great Resignation with Unhappy Employees
The Great Gloom and the decline in employee happiness in 2023 follow the Great Resignation of 2020. Employee happiness has steadily decreased since the start of 2020, with a steep drop in June 2023, according to a study by BambooHR. Overall satisfaction scores fell 11% from June 2022 to June 2023, declining nearly 15 times…
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Do you have a USP, PBS, or VPS on LinkedIn?
Do you have a USP, PBS, or VPS on LinkedIn? Unique Selling Proposition, Personal Branding Statement, and Value Proposition Statement are the full terms for the acronyms. Unique Selling Proposition (USP) In 1961, Rosser Reeves published a book called Reality in Advertising, which is still available for sale today and is considered a classic. In…
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General & LinkedIn Tips on Bad References from a Former Employer
Dealing with bad references from a former employer can be challenging, but handling the situation professionally is crucial to minimize its impact on your job search. Here are some tips below to help you navigate this situation of bad references and a Q&A with Marc E. Weinstein of Weinstein Law Firm, LLC in Fort Washington,…
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Does Your LinkedIn Profile Look Like an Old Rusty Car Because of Neglect?
Neglecting your LinkedIn profile can have several negative consequences, especially if you are a professional looking to advance your career or network effectively. Here are some key reasons why you should not neglect your LinkedIn profile: First Impressions: Your LinkedIn profile often serves as a first impression for potential employers, clients, partners, or colleagues. Neglecting…
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15 Tips on How to Protect Your LinkedIn Profile from Bad Actors
Protecting your LinkedIn profile from bad actors is vital to maintaining your online reputation and privacy, and there are several steps you can take. Everyone should make their own decisions as to what parameters they want to set on their own profile. The below is not a list of recommendations, but there are possibilities to…
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Applying K-12 Principles to Resumes & LinkedIn – Part 2
As toddlers learn to speak and read books, have experiences, and maybe try scouting, they might think about what they want to be when they grow up. I can remember wanting to be an art teacher in kindergarten, and then I wanted to be a French teacher in high school. My first job at age…
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Applying K-12 Principles to Resumes & LinkedIn – Part I
The journey of education and personal development is a continuous process that evolves as we transition through different stages of life. From the early years of kindergarten through the final days of high school, students are instilled with fundamental principles that shape their growth and learning. Surprisingly, these same principles can be seamlessly applied to…
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How to Use LinkedIn for Your Side Hustle, Side Gig, or Freelance Work Invisibly?
Are you a W-2 employee working on a start-up or have an ongoing side hustle, side gig, or freelance work that you want to keep secret and wonder how? Running a business in stealth mode on LinkedIn as an employee can be a delicate balance between pursuing your entrepreneurial ambitions and fulfilling your responsibilities as…
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How to Minimize Age Discrimination on LinkedIn
Minimizing age discrimination on LinkedIn can be challenging, but there are some strategies you can employ to present yourself positively and focus on your skills and experiences. You may want to know the difference between ageism and age discrimination. Ageism refers to discriminatory attitudes, stereotypes, and discrimination based on a person’s age, whether young or…
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LinkedIn Experts & Inthusiasts Gathered in NYC
LinkedIn experts and [in]thusiasts gathered in New York City last Friday. Some previously met each other in person, but for others, it was the first time meeting. Where did they all come from? New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Michigan, Atlanta, North Carolina, and Toronto. Our morning started at the Starbucks Reserve in the Empire…
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Commenting on LinkedIn Can Create Visibility, Discoverability, and Credibility
Commenting on LinkedIn can provide exposure for you in and outside your network and help you gain visibility, discoverability, and credibility with new people who run across your comments for the first time. With over 930 million on the LinkedIn platform, you can engage with professionals in and out of your industry, expand your network,…
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Have you explored collaborative articles on LinkedIn?
Collaborative articles are relatively new in the LinkedIn community and begin with AI-powered conversation starters that blossom with insights and perspectives from subject matter experts. When you contribute to a collaborative article, your network is notified. Your connections can give it an upvote. The more upvotes, the better. Here is an example of a collaborative…
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