Sure, you've heard you need to have a Twitter account. But did you know that, on average, about 80% of users sign up and then tweet less than 10 times? What good is this resource to you if you don't engage in conversation and grow your network? So you may want to know -- how do I do these things? Here are a few ways to get started: Write interesting things. If you're an expert, tweet out interesting facts or advice about ...

1. Have a purpose. Volunteering at a networking event can be a better position for than attending if you're shy. That way, you feel like you have a purpose (i.e., serving food or handing out name tags) and you can easily chat with people about what you're doing and who they are. 2. Come prepared. Prepare your "elevator pitch" -- or 60-second commercial -- beforehand. This allows you to have something to say to people when they ask who you are ...

For young professionals, it can be easy to choose a college major and stick with it -- never thinking twice about if it's truly what they want to do for the rest of their life. The problem is, this may cause you to go through the motions of your career path without being fully engaged in what you're doing. Especially when it comes to Generation Y, some students and young professionals are described as capable but disengaged. They have the ability ...

When choosing a college major or concentration, there are some that will cause people to question you. "Wait -- you're majoring in what? What are you going to do with that?" Although not every major has a clear-cut job description associated with it, it doesn't mean that you shouldn't choose to concentrate in that area. Many people choose their major because it's interesting. And no matter which you choose, most majors will provide you with a better understanding of the world ...

When you head off to college, you'll have a lot on your plate. You'll be living in a new environment, meeting tons of new people, possibly joining clubs or organizations, and of course... taking classes. Some students know what career path they want to go into before they head off to college. Others aren't so sure. But choosing your courses strategically can have an impact on the brand you create. After high school is a great time to think about what ...