LinkedIn Dos and Don'ts for New Users

LinkedIn is one the most powerful and meaningful social networks to-date. irst and foremost, LinkedIn is the second place most employers look for job candidates before posting open positions. (1st place: Network.) Most open positions never get posted online because recruiters and employers alike use their networks to find potential candidates. The point is to use LinkedIn to build upon your physical network. Make it a point to connect with friends, colleagues, past employers and mentors.

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The Real Reason I Took Crazy Time Off

In the famous words of Auntie Bey, "I took some time to live my life." It's been a few weeks since I published my last blog post and so so so much has happened. Rest is good for the soul and love makes life better. Don’t miss out happiness trying to achieve perfection.

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LifestyleJasmine Diane
What It Means to be Kansas City MADE

I'm a Kansas City girl through and through. There isn't another city quite like my hometown. We're best known for our BBQ, fountains and dare I say crime rate. Yikes. But to me... KC is home and always will be. But what it really means to be Kansas City MADE to me is to be humble at heart with big city dreams.

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StyleJasmine Diane
7 Ways You Can Use Your LinkedIn Profile in 2017

Sis, stop playing and add all of your old professors on LinkedIn. Professors know the industry and are often connected to industry professionals near and far. Adding old colleagues and professors opens you up to their network without you having to say much. Someone might consider you for a position just based on the mere fact that you're connected to one of their fav college professors.

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Social, CareerJasmine Diane
How to Wear All Black With a Colorful Personality

Are you a fashion lover, sis? Then you've noticed the black and white trend all over. Besides the fact that black is slimming it's also super sleek and professional. Monochrome styling makes my heart smile in general. But... color is sorta my thing. What's a girl to do? Keep reading to learn how to wear all black with a colorful personality.

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Fashion, StyleJasmine Diane