How Networking Can
Increase Your Net Worth
By Tiffany Bass Bukow
If you didn't inherit money, than the likelihood is that you will need to earn your wealth by developing your career. You can grow your wealth and your net worth by increasing your job opportunities. What better way to open doors in your professional field than by tapping into your natural resources of friends, associates and community? Networking is a powerful tool to help you reach your goals and fulfill your dreams. Imagine yourself in retirement, relaxing on an exotic island, leisurely strolling on a sun-filled beach, without a care in the world. A great fantasy indeed - but one that can be yours if you take the time in advance to build your career through networking with others.

Topic of the Week: CAREER

Job Hunting
Whether you’re looking for your first job or your fiftieth, finding the right opportunity requires preparation, persistence, and patience. By taking the time to examine your career aspirations and putting your action plan into place, you’ll be on your way to the job of your dreams!

The Art of Negotiating a Salary
Negotiating compensation is a touchy business. Many people don't negotiate because they aren't sure what their skills are worth. Others fear they'll appear greedy if they ask for more. Still others were raised to believe that it's impolite to talk about money.

Evaluating an Offer
Congratulations! You have a job offer! But before you take a celebratory weekend at the beach and burn all your resumes, there's something else you need to do: evaluate the offer to make sure the proposed salary will cover your needs ...

They key to successful networking is consistent follow up. When you meet someone for the first time make sure you contact them the next day with a thank you note.

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