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Video: How to Network Like a Pro (G+ Hangout 1/17/13)

Posted by on Jan 25, 2013 | 0 comments

In case you missed last week’s (30 min) Networking Like a Pro G+ Hangout sponsored by PayScale, you can now check it out at your convenience here on the BDM Blog. Hope this provides some inspiration and gives you a few new approaches you can take to further develop your networking skills. Do you have any experience practicing your small talk with strangers (1 of my tips)? Please tell us all about it via Comments. Networking Like a Pro G+ Hangout sponsored by PayScale (Jan ’13) And, if you want to share this advice with others, here is the link: http://bit.ly/UoEAdT Sign up for...

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FREE DIY LinkedIn Profile Audit Tool

Posted by on Jan 16, 2013 | 0 comments

Since I’m working on producing a 2013 version of my DIY LinkedIn Profile Audit tool, I wanted to offer my 2012 version for FREE. I’d estimate that about 95% of it is still relevant, but I’ll be adding and deleting a few things to the revision so it aligns with today’s new and improved LinkedIn profile. Why not set aside about 30-45 minutes this week to tackle my do-it-yourself audit and see if you don’t attract some new eyeballs, get a few leads or (re)connect with some new people on LinkedIn? Enjoy!   Tip: I also offer a personalized 2 hr session for job...

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Upcoming Make It Happen G+ Hangout: Learn How to Network Like a Pro

Posted by on Jan 11, 2013 | 0 comments

On Thursday, January 17, 2013 at 10:30 A.M. PST, I’ll be participating in a Make It Happen Google+ Hangout where I’ll share my practical advice and tips on how to: Network Like a Pro.           To learn more about Make It Happen click here. And, yes, you’re definitely going to hear me mention the “L” word, as in LinkedIn. I hope you can join us for our chat next Thursday, 1/17/13 and please share this with friends or clients that could use some help polishing their networking skills this year. Thanks! Here’s the link to the RSVP...

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HR West 2013: Hope to see you there!

Posted by on Jan 2, 2013 | 0 comments

Larger conferences purport: More is Better. Well, sometimes more is just…more.  Why travel to distant conferences only to get lost in the shuffle – one of thousands among a sea of people?   HR West focuses on the participant. No big expo hall, no holding the food hostage, or box lunches and a seat anywhere you can find on the floor. Rather, a collaborative event focused on the profession and a quality experience. Yes, quality over quantity. HR West is the “Un” Conference. We’ll actually see you there!   Register Today and look forward...

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My 5 most popular posts of 2012

Posted by on Dec 24, 2012 | 0 comments

As a holiday treat, I thought I’d curate and share some of the most popular posts on my blog. I hope you enjoy and Happy Holidays! 4 Obscure LinkedIn Tips and Tricks For LinkedIn Experts Are you on the National No Brain Picking list? Oh, by the way, give me some referrals even though I’ve done nothing to deserve them How To Go It Solo at a Networking Event 5 Reasons to View Networking as Community Service Please comment below with which of these was the most relevant to you or your favorite. Thank...

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Networking Tip Sheet for Making the Most of the 2012 Holiday Season

Posted by on Dec 6, 2012 | 3 comments

(PRBuzz.com) 2012 Tip Sheet: With the hectic holiday season upon us, and all the opportunities for socializing and networking that go along with it, networking expert, Sandy Jones-Kaminski, shares her top 5 tips. Sandy Jones-Kaminski’s book, “I’m at a Networking Event–Now What???” was the #1 pick on the 2010 Inc.com Business Book Wish List and she speaks nationally on the topics of networking, personal branding and social networking tools like LinkedIn. Her focus is on teaching others how to connect and grow their networks all year long and here she shares how...

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