A job search is more complicated than applying to jobs You’ll want to hone your networking, interviewing, self-promotion, and communication skills.
Never fear! This week’s roundup has what you need to fix your job search and build the skills you’ll need to be successful throughout your career.
As always, Summary Sunday is where I share my favorite and most popular articles shared throughout the week! I hope you’ll find a new source of inspiration or information to help your career and job search!
INTERVIEWING
Recover From a Botched Answer During a Job Interview
by Simply Hired
Never leave an interview feeling defeated again! You CAN do something when you feel the interview isn’t going as well as you had hoped!
JOB SEARCH
20 Job Search Questions You Were Too Embarrassed To Ask
by Liz Ryan, Human Workplace | Forbes
Remember, there is no such thing as a dumb question. But in case you were too embarrassed to ask, here are answers to your job search questions.
CAREER
How to Improve Your Conversation Skills – 10 Valuable Tips
by Frank Sonnenberg | Frank Sonnenberg Online
Solid reminders (or guidelines for first-timers) that will help you have better conversations!
5 Unique and Unexpected Places to Find a New Career Mentor
by Levo League | YouTern
Even if you aren’t looking for a mentor, these are great places to network and meet new people who can help your career!
The Value of Blogging Your Personal Brand on LinkedIn
by Meg Guiseppi | Executive Career Brand
Follow these 8+ tips to help you use LinkedIn’s blogging function to show subject matter expertise!
MENTIONS
I was thrilled to be asked to contribute to this article for Prevention.
5 Signs You’ve Been In Your Job Too Long—And How To Find A New One You’ll Actually Enjoy
Hannah Morgan speaks and writes about job search and career strategies. She founded CareerSherpa.net to educate professionals on how to maneuver through today’s job search process. Hannah was nominated as a LinkedIn Top Voice in Job Search and Careers and is a regular contributor to US News & World Report. She has been quoted by media outlets, including Forbes, USA Today, Money Magazine, Huffington Post, as well as many other publications. She is also author of The Infographic Resume and co-author of Social Networking for Business Success.
