Career coaches are always advising job seekers, “Do your homework. Find out about your target companies to be sure they’re really a good fit.”

But how do you look beyond the standard sources - news articles, annual reports, online articles, blog entries, etc.? Check out this excellent article on the “scuttlebutt” technique. Use it to find some truly revealing and meaningful information about companies you’re considering (especially privately held).

Career Management, Job Search, Networking September 18th, 2007