Nicole Williams

Posts by Nicole Williams

  • What Professionals Really Care About at Work: Small Victories

    November 10, 2014

    According to a new LinkedIn survey released today, our definition of professional success is changing. Professionals are no longer solely focused on getting the big raise or promotion; increasingly, they're searching for those small victories at work -- like getting a compliment from a boss, a colleague or client (38%) -- that can lead to a greater sense of...

  • Six Easy Ways to Tap into Your Network on the Go

    September 24, 2014

    " \"I’d like to, but I don’t have enough time.” That’s the excuse I typically hear from people who don’t network. The reality is, whether you’re waiting on the tarmac or getting your hair highlighted, there are opportunities scattered throughout your day to invest in your relationships. Here are six easy ways LinkedIn’s family of apps can turn your 'wasted' time...

  • Professional Photos on LinkedIn Are Worth a Thousand Opportunities

    April 22, 2014

    In this time-constrained world, we don’t have a thousand words to explain to hiring managers, potential clients, colleagues or future bosses who we are as professionals. Instead, let your photographs do the talking. I’m not talking about pictures of after-work tequila shots and bikini vacation photos in the bars. Keep those far, far away from the Internet...

  • Stop Losing Money: How to Ask for the Raise You Deserve

    February 4, 2014

    What is the number 1 item on everyone’s To Do list after starting a New Year? I’ll give you a clue – it’s not going on a fad diet. It’...

  • What Women Want @ Work: 4 Ways to Build Flexibility into...

    June 18, 2013

    It was about 15 years ago when the concept of “balance” started making the media rounds. After reading yet another article about the...

  • Millennials are doing it, and so should you: More than one ...

    April 24, 2013

    " Oh to be a millennial, they’re never spooked by new technology, they’re savvy consumers, and they’re do-gooders! Not surprising, of...