The Career RelaunchBlog

In this article, I share practical, globally relevant strategies professionals can use to build stronger networks, foster meaningful relationships, and add value to others. Table of Contents Introduction 1. Share a resource 2. Make targeted introductions 3. Relay an opportunity 4. Mention an event 5. Refer a new customer 6. Acknowledge publicly 7. Share a […]

Even though we live in an age where you can easily communicate a last-minute schedule change, you should still avoid doing this if you want to fully respect another person’s time and maintain a strong professional reputation.

The people you surround yourself with can greatly affect your career trajectory. Individuals we regularly interact with can influence our decisions, perspectives, and even our happiness. The people in your network can energize or deplete you. Inspire or discourage you. Support or undermine you. With this in mind, you should be selective and intentional about […]

If you’re someone who’s on the hunt for a new role this year, your ability to effectively find and approach recruiters on LinkedIn can have a direct impact on your job prospects. With LinkedIn recently crossing 1 billion users globally in 200 countries, it firmly remains the world’s most popular and powerful online professional network. […]

The only constant in life is change. From small changes like tweaking your work attire to big changes like making a major career pivot, change is inevitable and something you should try to embrace when it comes. The decision to change career paths is often driven by a strong hope and belief that a more […]

Informational interviews can provide you with a unique opportunity to learn more about particular company or job that interests you. If you’ve been successful at securing an informational interview, you’ll now want to ensure you make a positive impression with the person who’s agreed to speak with you. The overarching principle of any successful informational […]