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The hidden job market is not a myth. Some estimates put the number of unadvertised jobs as high as 80%. Talk to hiring managers, human resource directors, and career counselors….

Would you ask your boss, a leader in your field, or a coworker to a business meeting without an agenda, a time limit, and an outcome in mind? Of course…

I enjoy meeting new people, so I’ve learned a lot in my career about how to work a room and make connections and build relationships. Although I consider myself good…

…craft a clear job search message can often leave you fumbling through conversations, leaving out key points, and starting with that backstory. I recently attended Vicki Lind’s free job search…

I had the good fortune on Wednesday to attend the Communicators Conference sponsored by the Portland Metro Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America and the Oregon-Columbia chapter of…

A review of The 20-Minute Networking Meeting, by Marcia Ballinger and Nathan A. Perez What’s the best way to find a job? Some people still believe there’s only one approach:…

Informational interviews are one of the best ways to clarify your career goals, grow a professional network, and uncover hidden jobs that never get posted publicly. Having conversations with other…

My colleagues at Mac’s List and I share a singular interest: we enjoy going to receptions, association lunches and other public events and talking to strangers… lots and lots of…

Taking part in professional work conferences–either as a participant or a presenter– is vital to your career. These events help you stay up-to-date on the latest developments in your field…

Last week I wrote about the importance of informational interview skills in a local job search in Portland or any other city. There’s no better way to learn what employers…

In a recent survey by Jobvite of more than 1,000 human resources and recruiting professionals, 92 percent of respondents said they use social media for recruiting. Even more important, 87…

We all know that only a fraction of available jobs are ever advertised on job boards or the newspaper classifieds. But how do you tap this hidden job market? The…