Luck is what happens when preparedness meets opportunity. ~Seneca Most of us have been guilty of the “they’re so lucky” assertions. I hear it from careerists in regard to wishes for better opportunities and wistful envy of a colleague’s or friend’s advancements while they are left in what feels like the dust of opportunity and […]
Taking the Reins in a Stubborn Job Search Market
So, it’s a tougher economic climate out there than it was a few years ago. What are you doing to stir up conversations with prospective employers? Are you reading the trade journals, business journals and such to see whose career is advancing, whose company is growing or where new shoots of growth and opportunity are […]
Why Simplicity in Job Search Can Be Flawed
Unfortunately, many career experts and bloggers wield a powerful sword that pokes holes in job search strategy and touts sweeping simplicity. While the ultimate goal of a job search plan is one that you can use to smoothly navigate transition, plotting that map requires meaningful effort and thought work. Imbibe the latest article on job […]
Weave Your Resume With Relatable Stories
1. Your Resume Should be Written as a Story What does this mean, really, to write a story? Does it mean something like: ‘Once upon a time I was a receptionist at a telecom company before finding my breakthrough sales role that led to my rise to senior management?’ Well, yes, sort of. But what […]
Job In Jeopardy? 5 Things You Can Do, Now
Think you might be losing your job? Here are 5 things you can do today.
Quell Job Loss Anxiety With 5 Empowering Tips
If the writing on the proverbial wall indicates your current position is in jeopardy, then sitting still and doing nothing is generally the best way to invite job-loss anxiety into your future. Examples that threaten job security include: 1. Your company is in divestiture mode and/or may be acquired by another company where someone holds […]
How to look into the reader’s eye when writing your resume
Does Your Resume Make a Human Connection? In a recent blog, In Search of Excellence co-author Tom Peters shared his flash of inspiration when he realized he had gotten into the skin of his audience and developed a “true personal relationship.” When relating a recent presentation to a group of hardware store folks, Peters said, “If I’m really looking you in […]
Are Resumes Withering?
While technology is an important part of the job search equation, it doesn’t trump thought-work, introspection and proper targeting. Yes, totally ignoring technology can potentially be harmful, in that disregarding its value could equate to missed opportunities. However, overshadowing the process with a hyper-focus on technology’s ability to catapult your results can be equally harmful. In my […]
When I started focusing on the right things
My husband recently summed up a work-life conversation, saying, “It’s a funny thing, but when you start focusing on the right things, everything else starts falling into place.” I cling to this, as I pursue a new phase in my journey. Just seven months ago, I felt adrift as frustration began seeping into my foundation. […]
3 Resume Missteps to Avoid
According to Dictionary.com, the definition for resume is “a summing up; summary;” and, “a brief written account of personal, educational and professional qualifications and experiences, as that prepared by an applicant for a job.” With this somewhat broad definition in mind, job seekers often get consumed by understanding the details of what to do when […]
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