Event Preparation

Event Preparation

Why 10 Mutual Connections Beat 500 Friends at Any Career Event

Stop collecting business cards. At your next career event, aim for 10 mutual connections per new contact—science says that's the sweet spot for job-hu...

Event Preparation

Why Event Prep Beats Cold Pitches for Your Next Job

Stop cold-pitching strangers. The data says career fairs and weak ties work better when you prepare. Here's the exact prep that turns events into job ...

Event Preparation

Your 10-Mutual-Connection Fix: Why Event Prep Beats Cold Pitches

Stop prepping your pitch. The 2022 LinkedIn study shows 10 mutual connections are your sweet spot. Here's how to use events to build them.