Tip #6,366 • 1 person found helpful It is easier to get people to like you if you already assume they will. Believing this causes you to act more friendly and warm toward them and because you seem to like them, they will like you. Relationships networking + communication + friend + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #5,969 Utilize your alumni network when seeking employment. Update your profile and read posts from others. In many cases alumni will post on networks looking for employees. Work job search + networking + web + college + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #5,868 • 3 people found helpful Keep a stack of business cards in the glove box of your vehicle in case you run out. You never know when you may run into a good contact or potential client. Work networking + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #5,866 Encourage talented individuals to join your company. It will help others advance their careers and you'll improve your company at the same time. Work networking + employment + giving back + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #5,963 • 4 people found helpful Take the time to get to know the person sitting next to you on a flight if they seem receptive. You never know when you might make a great personal or professional connection. Travel air travel + networking + communication + friend + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #5,326 • 2 people found helpful Swap professional expertise with your friends. Profit from their advice and give of your own gifts and passions as well. Relationships networking + giving back + career + friend + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #6,939 • 6 people found helpful • 1 List Learn to sell. Whether you are in sales position or not, you’re work always involves selling. Read More Work job search + networking + communication + career + boss + co-workers + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #4,866 • 8 people found helpful Build relationships with leadership beyond your direct supervisor. It is always helpful to have more than one person ready to act as a reference for you from a job. Work job search + networking + boss + manager + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #4,415 • 15 people found helpful Boost your online business by answering questions relating to your expertise in online forums. This will build your credibility. Include a link to your website in your signature. Work marketing + networking + web + social media + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #4,117 • 15 people found helpful When you've collected someone's business card, take a moment later to note how you met and any other details that will be good to remember later. Work networking + career + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #4,084 • 15 people found helpful If looking to change careers but lacking experience, try volunteering or interning in the new field. You'll get experience and maybe even a job. Work job search + networking + career + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #4,043 • 13 people found helpful When leaving a job, do your best to say goodbye on a positive note. Thank your boss and co-workers for what they taught you. You never know when you might need their assistance in the future. Work job search + networking + boss + co-workers + positivity + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #4,042 • 16 people found helpful When job searching, tell everyone you are looking. You never know what acquaintance may be able to help you locate the perfect job for you. Work job search + networking + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #4,041 • 11 people found helpful Keep in touch with former co-workers. You never know when one might be able to help you find your next job or when you might be able to help one of them. Work networking + co-workers + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #3,534 • 18 people found helpful If you are introverted and attending a large event or party, bring a friend to help you break the ice with others. Relationships networking + communication + friend + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #3,308 • 11 people found helpful The most effective way to find a job is through people you already know. Be sure your circle of acquaintances know you are looking for employment. Work job search + networking + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #3,297 • 12 people found helpful When meeting someone for the first time, shake their hand, look them in the eye and say their name. It will help in remembering their name and face. Relationships networking + communication + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #3,243 • 17 people found helpful Have a clean, appropriate joke ready to break the ice when meeting someone new. Relationships networking + communication + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #3,188 • 22 people found helpful If you shake with your right hand, wear your name tag on the right upper part of your chest, and the opposite if you shake with your left hand. This way when you greet someone, they will more easily see it as you shake hands. Work networking + clothing + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #3,069 • 12 people found helpful When preparing to present at a trade show, read your exhibitor's kit thoroughly, prepare a press packet, design a creative display and set up a clever giveaway. Work marketing + selling + networking + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send