I have worked with a variety of very experienced resume writing and career coaching professionals throughout my career. And the other day, one of them pointed out that the business card with a “mini resume” on the reverse side is coming back in style. So I wanted to discuss this new/old idea. First, this networking […]
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As more research is completed, we know that multitasking is not the marvelous skill to getting things done that it has been hyped to be in the past. We are now aware that multitasking requires more focus and time to get back to the task at hand. Stopping and starting tasks wastes time and mental
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Many times when we are in transition or unemployed due to a variety of different reasons, we dread that question that happens in so many social settings; specifically, “What do you do?” Our sense of self is very connected to our careers and we feel uncomfortable when we don’t have a direct answer. I have
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Informational interviews are wonderful opportunities to gain additional knowledge about possible careers, what a specific job entails, and about a company’s culture. In an informational interview you are NOT asking about a job – you are gaining information and data that will help you make decisions about your career. The informational interview is generally a
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Having a plan for your job search will help you achieve your career goals more easily. It will keep you on track and identify those activities that keep you busy but do not add value to your plan. Mapping out a job search plan will help you identify opportunities and keep you focused. Establish Goals.
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It happens! You have spent 4, 6, 8, or more years preparing for your career through education, internships, and entry-level jobs. You have finally been offered – and accepted! – your dream position. But 6 weeks into the new job, you realize that it isn’t what you expected and it definitely is NOT your dream
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Much of the literature in the “how to plan your career and reach your goals” genre focuses on how you can promote yourself through individual activities to get noticed and promoted. However, you might find that there is more compensation and return on investment in being a supportive team player. First, recognize 3 important things
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Part 2 of 2 In the previous post, we discussed how to use your time productively when you are unemployed and searching for a job. As you apply for jobs online, your resume seems to be going into a black hole with no indication of your status or any indication that a human has touched
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Part 1 of 2 We all know how miserable it is to be unemployed. You are applying to jobs online and your resume seems to be going into a black hole with no indication of your status or any indication that a human has even seen your document. These suggestions will help you to keep
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During your job search you will be reaching out to connect with others who can provide information or job leads. The best way to connect with people inside and outside your network is in face-to-face meetings. However, that isn’t always feasible if your contact is in New York City and you are in Los Angeles.
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