Like your favorite pair of flip flops after a winter’s hibernation, it might be time to dust off and re-visit your resume, too. With the economy beginning to thaw after months of stone-cold compensation (if you were lucky enough to have a job) and hiring freezes, many over-worked, under-appreciated professionals are taking a good look at their career options. In fact, a recent CNN.com article cited 84% of employees plan to look for a new position in 2011 (which is up from 60% in 2010). If you’re one of them, make sure your resume conveys all that you have to offer a potential employer and is not a reflection of carelessness.

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“Building a strong network and maintaining those relationships can be the most valuable asset when it comes to advancing your career. An old saying comes to mind ‘it’s not what you know but who you know.’ Too often people don’t invest the time and energy into maintaining and expanding their networks until it’s too late and end up being forced into making career choices that lack long term potential. Part of managing a successful career is building both a strong internal and external network, and being open to opportunities even if you feel comfortable in your current position. You always have the most leverage and are able to make the best long term decisions when you are not in a position of necessity.”

Derek Hudgahl

Managing Director

SNI Financial (Permanent Placement Division)

dhugdahl@snifinancial.com

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