Category Archives: Networking

Many people who advance their careers hear about opportunities through their network. So with the New Year already over a month old, take time to consider whether your network is helping you with your career. If not, do you need to invest the time developing it. (read more)

You can probably think of at least half a dozen people in your network who you wish you were still current. For example, our career research shows that past managers you’ve worked for are a great source of information and support about future jobs. However, with the day-to-day pressures of your current role it can be all too easy to lose contact with them. (read more)

If I asked you how much you knew about your colleagues, the people in your team and the people in your network, as individuals – rather than just in the context of work – what would your answer be? Have you taken the time to really get to know the people you share your professional life with? (read more)

If you use LinkedIn, chances are you’ve already discovered the “Who’s viewed your profile” widget in the sidebar – it’s one of the most highly clicked and intriguing areas of LinkedIn. And it’s for this reason that it’s also a great way to get on the key people in your organisation’s radar. (read more)

Have you noticed the trend in people (particularly men) using baking as a way of networking? It’s a particularly effective way of increasing team morale or expanding your network, and it’s something I wanted to share with you. (read more)