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Strategies for Expanding Your Professional Network

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While I don’t believe this entirely (to me, it’s both what you know and who you know), I definitely agree that having a strong professional network is a critically important part of creating career success. Unfortunately, a lot of people don’t think about expanding their network until they need something—like a job.

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Why Networking Is Essential For Career Success (and Everyone Should Do It NOW)

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Networking. If you’re happily employed and your career is chugging right along, networking often gets put on the backburner. I see a lot of people who only start thinking about networking when they “need” something—like a new job, for example. Networking also gives you access to a wealth of knowledge and experience.

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7 Ways to Position Yourself as an Admin Leader

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They specialize in offering educational and networking opportunities, and they’re always looking for passionate professionals to help organize local events. Create Your Own Admin Networking Group. There’s no reason you have to network within a pre-established group or association—you can always create your own admin networking group.

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Understanding the New Social Resume

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Watch the video below and learn how to use online tools to raise your visibility, expand your network, and establish yourself as a expert in your field. Share this on Facebook. Note: These new resources DO NOT replace the traditional paper resume. They are a compliment to be used in coordination with it.). Share this on del.icio.us.

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4 Social Resume Strategies to Help You Get Seen and Get Hired

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Sites like Facebook and LinkedIn also show up in search results so make sure you use your real name on your profiles—and be sure everything you post is suitable for prospective employers to see. Twitter and Facebook are typically thought of as websites for “personal” use. Share this on Facebook. Blogging attracts people to you.

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LinkedIn Q&A: What’s the Difference Between Endorsements and Recommendations?

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By now, most of you probably know that LinkedIn is the gold standard for online professional networking. Regardless of your opinion of social networking in general, LinkedIn is a site you simply can’t afford to overlook. Anyone in your network can “endorse” any of your listed skills simply by clicking a button. Recommendations.

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How to Keep Your Competitive Edge in the Workplace

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Aside from incredible networking, most professional associations also give you access to valuable learning opportunities—whether through featured speakers at meetings, annual training conferences, or newsletters highlighting trends in your field. Attend regular networking events in your community. Share this on Facebook.