I cannot count the number of times I’ve advised people to revisit their resume often. How often is that exactly? The answer is simple: as often as necessary. Whenever something changes, as soon as you have new experience, skills, knowledge, education or training that would benefit your resume, add it. Continue reading »
Let’s take a look at who else has some authority or influence on the work of the self-employed, the ones that keep the self-employed accountable for their business activities. Continue reading »
Whether you are ready to leap into the world of social media or not, people are already talking about you online—and they may not be saying what you want them to say about you. It might not be that they are saying bad things; they just might not be saying what you want them to. Continue reading »
Establishing your online presence is essential to influencing what others are saying about you on the internet. Social media platforms allow you to interact with your target audience and act as virtual meeting places for people to get to know each other. Continue reading »
Maximize your social networking success through LinkedIn by answering three simple questions. Continue reading »
There are over 800 million active people on Facebook and one of your friends may be the connection to your next job lead. Are you ready? Besides posting that you are looking for work in your status updates, you can make the most of Facebook’s current functionality by making these updates to your profile. Continue reading »
People are talking about you online! A simple Google search will reveal where your name is popping up, and you might not like what you read. All self-employed individuals should engage in online brand management to influence what others are saying about them. Continue reading »
Many people blow their budget and feel the pain of their overspending when the credit card bills arrive in January; however, seasonal self-employment could be the answer… Continue reading »
At first glance social buying coupons seem like an effective way for local customers to get a great discount on gift certificates and products, and get their Christmas shopping done on budget this year. It also seems like a great way for small businesses to increase their sales. But do social buying coupons do what is intended? Continue reading »
What should you do if someone requests your services for free? Don’t get caught off guard. It’s best to set a policy about free services early on to spare yourself some strained relationships. Continue reading »
