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springboard 501: Expand Your Network with One Simple Question
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Wednesday, May 27, 2009. Expand Your Network with One Simple Question. Do you know anyone else I should be talking to? End every conversation you have with that one simple question. The beauty of the question is that not only do you get a name or two to contact, you get a name to use when making contact. Hi Kevin Fullerton said I should talk to you. I'm a writer .". Even if they don't have a job opening, they may know someone who does. In any event, after thanking them for their time, ask:.
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springboard 501: October 2009
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Friday, October 30, 2009. Don't Derail Your Job Search With This Mistake. There's one consistent mistake I see that completely derails a person's job search. And I'm seeing it more and more. I don't know if people get frustrated, embarrassed or just lose their desire, but I'm seeing way too many job seekers drop out of sight. As important as networking is in any job search, disappearing (for even a little while) will ensure that your chances of getting a job will come to a screeching halt. I've mentioned...
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springboard 501: November 2009
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Thursday, November 19, 2009. Show, Don't Tell. I review a lot of student portfolios. Right up front, I ask students what they want to do for a living. I want to be in advertising.". And then I don't see a single ad. I want to be a magazine designer.". And I see nothing but logos and posters. If you want to be in advertising, your portfolio better be full of concepts. If you want to be a magazine designer, you need to show editorial work. Etc., etc., etc. Simple. Create it. Subscribe to: Posts (Atom).
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springboard 501: June 2010
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Sunday, June 6, 2010. Networking Isn't Painful. If You Do It Right. Simple truth: networking is the most effective way to land a job. In fact, sixty percent of jobs are found through networking. Sadly, most people would rather blindly send their resume to a complete stranger than introduce themselves to someone who may be the key to landing their next job. The killer is, networking isn't that hard. All it takes is a slight attitude change and a few easy steps. The best way to do that? Then follow up....
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springboard 501: The Best Pay for an Intern Isn't Always Cash
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Sunday, August 30, 2009. The Best Pay for an Intern Isn't Always Cash. When looking for a job, connections are more valuable than money. And the best way to make those connections is through an internship. Even if you've already graduated. Many of the best internships don't pay a dime. They pay in connections, opportunities and experience. And during a job search, those are far more valuable than cash. How do you find a post-graduate internship? Someone who isn't considering an intern may take you on.
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springboard 501: Hire Yourself
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Wednesday, April 29, 2009. No one returning your calls? No job in the foreseeable future? You must be on drugs. In this economy, and with my lack of experience, you want me to start a business? Many of the best companies. 160;started in crappy economic conditions (including loads of great, small companies). In fact, I believe conditions like these. Are great for starting your own business. Several students/recent grads I know have started businesses. Check out Brendan's Love Sick Clothing. Glorious failu...
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springboard 501: Networking: Who Knows You?
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Thursday, July 10, 2008. Networking: Who Knows You? My good friend George Weyrauch. Is constantly preaching "It's not who you know, but who knows you.". Over 60% of jobs are obtained through networking – and that number is even higher in the creative field. When it comes down to it, most people want to work with a known quantity. Get yourself in front of people. Join organizations like the local ad club. Ask for business cards and then follow up quickly. Send them an e-mail telling them it was nice t...
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springboard 501: How to Stand Out Among Hundreds of Resumes
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Sunday, April 18, 2010. How to Stand Out Among Hundreds of Resumes. Sorry I've been away so long. Work, ya know. I figured with all the upcoming graduations, now was the time to jump back into regular posting.). Almost 200 resumes. That's how many resumes we received for a recent job posting. Among that many resumes, imagine how easy it is to get lost in the pile. Of those 200 resumes, only half made it to my desk. I then eliminated 75% of them after only about 20-30 seconds with each. All the informatio...
