May 01, 2013
If instances of self-questioning about working in-house become a catalyst for self-doubt, why not redirect some of that energy toward constructive self-evaluation? We can’t count on having control over everything that affects our design careers, but we can establish focus, build accountability and develop a newfound sense of assurance about our professional trajectory in-house.
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January 24, 2013
Layoffs are a fact of life in the design profession. With unemployment at 7.7 percent nationally, and with firms learning to operate leaner
in order to remain competitive in a very crowded market, I've assembled a
list of warning signs that you might be laid off, and what steps you should take to achieve the most favorable outcome.
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Article by David Airey November 08, 2012
One of my biggest worries in the design business
is where the next client will come from. It was a worry when I started, and
it’s a worry seven years later—albeit to a much lesser degree. When
one approach to bringing in business doesn’t work, you need to learn from the
experience and move on to the next idea.
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Article by Aquent November 28, 2012
Some people love it and others dread it, but networking is still the best way to find a job you really
want—especially in today’s ever-changing market. During her recent webinar, Aquent agent Mollie Nothnagel gave sound
advice on how to develop business relationships through—and benefit from—networking. This recap summarizes the highlights, with a few extra tips thrown in.
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Article by Aquent July 17, 2012
In her webinar, Aquent recruiter and agent Erika Oliver offered valuable advice for job seekers. This recap article synthesizes key takeaways from her session and provides additional tips and resources.
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The art of effective professional networking is not always easy to master. In this timely webinar, Aquent Agent Mollie Nothnagel will provide you with tools, tricks and ideas to expand your circle, making networking easy.
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March 30, 2010
Do you find yourself un-friending Facebook and opting out of LinkedIn? In his second Salinger–inspired post, Caplan defends the right to remain private.
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