YOUNG PROFESSIONAL

Most people think of work as something they have to do to pay the bills. Yet for some, it represents their greatest passions and ambitions. If you’re gainfully employed or working for yourself, you’re probably wondering how to maximize your success (however you define success for yourself).

If you’ve taken time off to contemplate your next move, or find yourself stuck, ousted or struggling to figure out what will truly make you happy, you’ve come to the right place.

We wrote the book on what it takes to be Young & Successful. At YSN we surround you with all of the ambitious people, career planning advice you need to find work you love or just catapult to the next level. Let us help you explore your options, spend your time more strategically, and get yourself on a solid path to success.

How Entrepreneurs Are Like Superheroes

by Guest April 30, 2012

A comic buff’s perspective on how his company’s core values and characteristics were inspired by his favorite superheroes

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The Fastest Way to Get What You Want?

by Guest April 7, 2012

The fastest way to get what you want out of life and business is to ask for it. It must seem like a mundane concept, I know. But it works like a charm, most of the time.

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I Failed Berkonomics. But You Can Still Get An “A”!

by Jennifer Kushell February 24, 2012

David Berkus is the creator of Berkonomics, a brilliant collection of insights in 140 characters, quick read blog posts, and yes, books. If you are an entrepreneur with a big idea, are management or serve on a board, don’t miss another day of Dave Berkus. He’s essentially the mentor so many of us wish we had.

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Distinguishing Between Management & Leadership

by Jennifer Kushell February 13, 2012

I just read this piece in the New York Times, pointing out how you can be a great leader, without being a great manager. I immediately identified with it, and thought some of you might too. Truth be known, I’m a lousy manager.

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Using LinkedIn to Follow Potential Employers

by Jessica Holbrook October 10, 2011

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Many people think of LinkedIn as a tool to network with individuals. While LinkedIn is certainly useful for this purpose, it can also provide invaluable information about which companies you should target during your job search. Did you know that LinkedIn now allows you to follow all the activity related to a particular company? You [...]

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