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Lynn Carroll
March 28, 2017

What's your story?

Lynn Carroll
March 28, 2017
What's your story?

Your life experiences have made you into the unique person you are. Tell your story in a way that demonstrates your character, and you'll become a compelling candidate.

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Lynn Carroll
March 15, 2017
Interviewing, Inclusion

Negotiating the Workplace - Resources for Women

Lynn Carroll
March 15, 2017
Interviewing, Inclusion
Negotiating the Workplace - Resources for Women

The importance of negotiating for what we need--whether it's equal pay, the opportunity to engage in decision-making, or simply be heard--is one of the most critical issues facing women in the workplace today.

Tagged: women in STEM, negotiation, salary

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Lynn Carroll
March 8, 2017
Interviewing, Confidence

How to “sell yourself” professionally (even if you hate the idea)

Lynn Carroll
March 8, 2017
Interviewing, Confidence
How to “sell yourself” professionally (even if you hate the idea)

If you're in a job search, you may have heard that you will have to "sell yourself." Selling yourself is shorthand for selling what you are passionate about, what makes you unique, and what you believe in.

Tagged: job search tips, careers

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Lynn Carroll
March 6, 2017
Networking, LinkedIn Tips, Infographics

5 Tools for Networking

Lynn Carroll
March 6, 2017
Networking, LinkedIn Tips, Infographics
5 Tools for Networking

5 tools for networking! Networking is a skill, and it's more effective if you use the right tools. This infographic will help you learn to make the most of your network.

Tagged: building a network

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Lynn Carroll
February 28, 2017
Confidence

Taking the long, looong view on life

Lynn Carroll
February 28, 2017
Confidence
Taking the long, looong view on life

Successful careers and fulfilling lives are created slowly but surely, each experience building on the next, surrounding ourselves with people who do likewise. 

Tagged: careers

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Lynn Carroll
February 20, 2017
Confidence

Early birds vs. Night owls (or, the False Dichotomy strikes again)

Lynn Carroll
February 20, 2017
Confidence
Early birds vs. Night owls (or, the False Dichotomy strikes again)

Reject labels. Silence your inner critic. The future holds infinite possibilities.

Tagged: careers, job search tips

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Lynn Carroll
February 14, 2017
Networking, Confidence

How to survive "working the room" (Schmoozing for Introverts)

Lynn Carroll
February 14, 2017
Networking, Confidence
How to survive "working the room" (Schmoozing for Introverts)

On a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being "detest, abhor, and repudiate," how much do you dislike networking events? That's what I thought. Schmoozing for introverts.

Tagged: introverts, building a network

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Lynn Carroll
January 17, 2017
Networking, LinkedIn Tips

5 things to do AFTER attending an event

Lynn Carroll
January 17, 2017
Networking, LinkedIn Tips
5 things to do AFTER attending an event

You've recently attended a conference. Now that you're back with a fistful of business cards, what tangible steps can you take to make the most of the new contacts?

Tagged: building a network, conference tips

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Lynn Carroll
January 9, 2017
Inclusion

Minorities in STEM – What can allies do?

Lynn Carroll
January 9, 2017
Inclusion
Minorities in STEM – What can allies do?

What can allies of minorities in STEM fields do? Pick a girl first. Retweet women in tech. Amplify voices of people of color. Make some justice!

Tagged: careers, women in STEM

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Lynn Carroll
December 22, 2016
Networking

Want to find a job? Find your tribe.

Lynn Carroll
December 22, 2016
Networking
Want to find a job? Find your tribe.

If you want to find a job, don't spend hours looking at postings online. Find your tribe.

Tagged: job search tips, building a network

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Lynn Carroll Career Coach, 34 E Germantown Pike, Norristown, PA 19401, United States484-574-0480lynncareercoach@gmail.com