by Rick Christensen | Apr 12, 2018 | Career Transition, Job Search, Networking, Rick Christensen, Success
There’s no denying that the strength of one’s professional network has bearing on one’s career success. It’s estimated that 70 – 80% of all jobs are filled via networking. Strong networking skills allow us to effectively uncover new...
by Rick Christensen | Mar 22, 2018 | Job Search Resources, Rick Christensen
I just got another one – a generic LinkedIn Invitation request from someone I don’t know. “I’d like to add you to my professional network on LinkedIn.” I now have three options, two provided by LinkedIn and my own third...
by Rick Christensen | Mar 8, 2018 | Career Transition, Interviewing, Job Search, Rick Christensen
There are so many factors that play into creating your first impression when you meet new people. One of those factors that is not addressed enough is your voice. Conclusions can be drawn simply by the way you speak. Whether those assumptions are correct or not, it...
by Rick Christensen | Mar 1, 2018 | Career Transition, Job Search, Job Search Resources, Rick Christensen
Job search is often more difficult than people imagine. It takes longer than you originally thought – it’s not quite as exciting as it was in the beginning – and before long, the process takes a toll on your psyche. This emotional wear and tear can,...
by Rick Christensen | Feb 22, 2018 | Career Development Partners, Job Search Resources, Job Success, Rick Christensen
LinkedIn is a phenomenal resource. Consider that you have access to 500 million professionals worldwide, business and thought leaders such as, Bill Gates, Richard Branson, Mark Cuban, me and you. Not only do you have access to them, they have access to you. The...
by Rick Christensen | Feb 15, 2018 | Job Search Resources, Rick Christensen
Make the Right Choices! It is easy to blame your circumstances or outside sources as the reason for not finding a job. However, it’s the choices you make that have the greatest impact on your search. Do you choose to only utilize job boards? Do you choose to wait...
