Networking

Networking Tips For Recent Grads

As the calendar turns from July to August, students everywhere are gearing up to go back to school. For recent graduates, this is the first time they will swap their classroom desks for cubicles in the “real world.” If you are a recent graduate looking for the first step in your career, the importance of networking cannot be stressed enough. Given the competitive nature of the...

Looking to Network? Admitting You Need Advice is the First Step

Stop and think back in time for a moment. How often have you said no to someone when they asked you for advice? The answer for most is likely never. As leaders and professionals, most relish the opportunity to share their expertise and be seen as an “authority” on a topic—even if it is only for a short period of time. It is also why many...

3 Ways to Get Ahead With LinkedIn

After a brief trip into the NexGoal toolbox last week, we have decided to return back to our “Three for Thursday” ways here in the content department. This week’s focus returns to a constant source of frustration for some job seekers—LinkedIn. Commonly viewed as a “living resume” by some, jobs seekers do not seem to utilize LinkedIn to the most of its capabilities. Sure, it isn’t...

3 Workplace Stories You Should Read Before 2017

As 2016 comes to a close, there are always some stories in the employment world that do not get enough attention. For that reason, our content team put together a list of three stories that stood out over the last couple of weeks, why you should take the time to read them and our reaction to the report. NBA Player Criticized for Missing Work for Daughter’s...

John Davidson and Hockey Players in Business Put on a Show at Quicken Loans Arena

Have you ever wondered how to stay connected to other athletes when your playing days are over? Well, if you are anything like the group over at Hockey Players in Business, it means putting together great events that not only connect former hockey players, but give back to the game they all loved as well! Recently, the group partnered up with the Calder Cup Champion, Cleveland...