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BE KIND TO YOURSELF ..
Today, as I do on most Monday mornings, I led our weekly Support/Networking Group. Attendees include very new clients as well as one going back to 1986 (yes, he has been working.) Each participant has the opportunity to share their challenges, both emotional and analytical, within the environs of a group of folks who all speak the same language, having had many of the same experiences. As I listen and participate ……not like me to sit quietly by ….. two “constants” struck me that I believe we should keep in mind....
read moreHow To Find Or Create Satisfying Work
Old Way – Based on Past Work Life Find openings: Write ResumeFind Openings:Internet searchCompany websitesHeadhunter/recruitersEmployment agenciesSend a resume to openingsWait for responseHave interviewReceive offer …maybeWonder, “Is this right for me?”Take a job like the one you left New Way – Based on Unique You Extend Yourself:Build RelationshipsResearch interestsBusybodyGenerate job interviews:Write skills-aligned resumePrepare stories for job interviewWeigh offers:Make informed decisionSolid career decision makingShow up to work that is...
read moreHow To Find Direction: Your Compass
Job Search Truth #1: Until you take yourself seriously and come to grips with your skills, value, traits, and interests….the essence of who you are….you are not likely to find or create enjoyable and satisfying work. OLD WAY ASSESSMENT The Old Way search is predicated upon your specific past experience, job titles, degrees, diplomas, and certificates. Old Way thinkers believe they fill in the missing pieces of themselves by taking tests and profiles. These tests, profiles, and evaluations may provide you with information about yourself, you...
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