Soft Skill Secrets 101
The Soft Skill Secrets 101 series shows you how to avoid the unspoken obstacles to getting a job. I will explain how to present yourself in a professional way and showcase your brand. I will explain some common mistakes that result in you being eliminated from consideration. I will show you how to target companies and identify decision-makers and I will help you make meaningful connections in this new cyber world.
Soft Skill Secrets 101
3. Professionalize yourself!
In today’s episode, I discuss your responsibility to present yourself in a professional way. This is particularly important in the virtual network where a potential employer can only judge you by your LinkedIn profile, your social media posts and your emails.
We hear a lot about skills mismatch, but I really believe this mismatch is an issue of communication. The most important thing is to understand how to present your skills in a way that a potential employer can understand. Decision-makers are in the same situation you are, so I also give more tips on cyber networking. If you are a professional, they want to hear from you!