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5 Things to Do to Score a Testimonial on Twitter.

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Lately, a handful of Twitter Testimonials are popping up in my stream.

Getting a testimonial is tough enough. Finding the right opportunity to ask, nicely is one thing. However if you are lucky, you just might get your wish.

What should one do to get one?

  1. Do great work.
  2. Listen – This doesn’t need an explaination, does it?
  3. See a Tweet that interest you? Re-Tweet or reply.
  4. Be helpful/ Be a resource. Have a link or a tip you think your followers can use? Tweet it out.
  5. Don’t over promote. Nobody likes anyone who talks on and on. It can get boring after a while.  :-o

P.S. Don’t forget to say “Thank You!” when they do provide you with one. :)

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NYTimes.com: Between College and That First Job

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JOB MARKET   | June 05, 2011
Career Couch:  Between College and That First Job
By EILENE ZIMMERMAN
In a tough economy, many new college graduates will have much trouble finding employment. But instead of suspending the search, they should take time to develop skills and build a network.

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Life after college: A letter to recent college graduates

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Before we start: I would like to reference my Disclosure Policy. This is solely my opinion and no one else’s.  :)

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Welcome to the second third edition of Life after College. It has come to my attention that their is a certain news article about a recent  graduate suing a college because they have not been able to find employment.

Do they realize that we are in a recession? People that have degrees (including people that have multiple degrees) had jobs for years are getting laid off left and right are unable to find jobs. I even know of a teacher who’s salary was cut, so everyone is affected.

Back in the last century, (now I’m dating myself) it took me 6 months to find a job after graduation, also then the economy was a bit shaky.

Like Seth Godin suggested, why not start your own business, or volunteer at a community center to build and showcase skills on a resume.

Also let’s not forget about networking. There are online groups, meetups out there for every career interest. If not create one! It can build on leadership experience. One cannot depend solely on any one source for anything ( I’m still learning that by being a sole proprietor) . Some recent grads also took their message to the streets.

Catch up on books that you wanted to read during college but couldn’t. Read Johnny Bunko. Take classes you want to, not have to take. Volunteer at trade shows and conferences. Be creative, think out of the box, make an impact, and make your own opportunities.