Stop Applying and Start Connecting: Your Networking Strategy

By Hannah Morgan (Career Sherpa)

Networking is often misunderstood as a “who you know” game. In reality, it is a deliberate, proactive strategy to understand the marketplace, refine your value proposition, and identify the gaps where your skills are most …

By Kim Meredith
Kim Meredith Executive Director
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How to Host Your Own Virtual Networking Event

We recently spoke about some strategies to help you build your professional network while working in either a hybrid or fully remote role. One of our suggestions was to host your own virtual networking event, and as promised, today we’re …

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Networking Tips for International Students

Like many other international students, I was very focused on the academic part of student life when I arrived in the U.S. In my junior year of college, I suddenly felt this job-seeking urgency. I was only a couple of …

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Career Resources

Your professional image is an important part of the job or internship search, especially during the interview process. Choosing conservative …

A professional head shot photo is an essential part of your LinkedIn profile, and can be used on your website or …

Research Employers before the Fair Develop your Elevator Speech

What is an Elevator Speech?

In the context of a Career …

Utilize Your Network

One of the best ways to maintain connection with your networking contacts is through LinkedIn. Commonly known …

Students are strongly encouraged to join a professional organization during their years of academic study. Organizations typically give college students a …

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Address

Macon Campus
Wiggs Hall, 1st Floor
1501 Mercer University Dr
Macon, GA 31207

Atlanta Campus
Student Affairs Building, Suite 104
3001 Mercer University Drive
Atlanta, GA 30341

Henry County Regional Academic Center
Library, Office #150
160 Henry Parkway
McDonough, Georgia 30253

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