Ahh, the old in/out list

This is a wonderful list of things not to do and things to do in the job search.

The wonder of this traditional format, the what's out/what's in list, makes the wisdom contained simply beautiful and beautifully simple.

Oh yea job seeker, print this and keep it in front of thine eyes!

Empathic networking

Marty Nemko (http://www.martynemko.com) is a successful career counselor and radio host here in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Marty does a one hour radio show at 11 AM Sundays on KALW 91.7 FM. It is also downloadable from iTunes as a podcast.

Marty has great advice and a great perspective.

This little gem on successful, empathic networking rings true. Suggest you follow the principles here and listen carefully to form a lasting connection.

And now the legal stuff: © Copyright, Marty Nemko, 2004-2009 (martynemko.com) All rights reserved. Reprinted with permission.

How to advance your career without sucking up

It never hurts to maintain positive work relationships. Especially in challenging times. Particularly with your manager.

No doubt you've read "Seven Habits of Highly Effective People." Well, now it's time to cultivate the top ten habits bosses love.

Once again, the most simple, obvious things are the behaviors we sometimes forget. It's really pretty easy, straight forward stuff:

1. Communicate frequently
2. Collaborate always
3. Acknowledge statements
4. Build relationships
5. Understand place
6. Learn peeves
7. Anticipate needs
8. Think upwards
9. Open yourself
10.Stay engaged