Book Review: “When Reality Hits”

By Lindsey Pollak on Sep. 16, 2008 Comments?

Helpful and realistic career advice for college students and recent grads. Read...

Thank You, Thank You Very Much...

By Lindsey Pollak on Jul. 09, 2008 Comments?

Expressing gratitude when appropriate is one of the most important elements of professional etiquette. You should never let a good, helpful deed go un-thanked. This is particularly important for young professionals, who are usually on the receiving end of advice.

There are times when thank you notes are absolutely essential, and there are many, many, many other times when sending a thank you note is an excellent form of networking and will guarantee that you stand out from your peers.

Why You Should Use LinkedIn (If You Don’t Already)

By Lindsey Pollak on Jun. 20, 2008 Comments?

Wanting to know more about LinkedIn’s features and benefits, I recently took a tour of the site with Krista Canfield, PR manager at LinkedIn. Here are the top activities she recommends for young professionals to get the maximum benefit from membership in the site. Read...

Book Review: Courting Your Career

By Lindsey Pollak on Jun. 03, 2008 Comments?

Job hunting is like dating: flirting with potential employers, making the best first impression you can, hoping to find a great match. Read...