Actify Your Network
As candidates during the job search process, we want to present our confidence, value proposition and as the best choice for the role. To do this, we usually tell stories about our top accomplishments. But at what point does confidence sound like bragging? There can be a fine line between the two both in the… [Read More]
When a recruiter or hiring manager is looking to fill a job role, they generally receive many applications or referrals. Phone and video interviews help them to narrow down their choices to the top candidates and save time for both the interviewer and the interviewee since they do not need to meet in person at… [Read More]
Having a routine gives us a set plan of action, familiarity, and stability. But we must be careful not to get stuck in a pattern that is not serving us well or does not work for the current time. To prevent stagnation, we need to regularly re-evaluate the actions that we are taking. This includes… [Read More]
Vulnerability Can Disrupt Your Job Search It’s common to feel vulnerability during a job search. After all, it involves putting yourself out there and facing what we often perceive to be personal rejection. But being afraid of experiencing any rejection can keep you in your comfort zone, which can significantly reduce your work opportunities. This… [Read More]
Many companies and their staff are transitioning to working and communicating remotely. This makes it especially important to hone your online communication skills for networking and interviewing to land the right job. You need to be prepared to stand out from the competition and understand how to navigate online tools. Below, we discuss 5 ways… [Read More]
Preparing for a career move during uncertain times can present unique challenges but, by optimizing your networking, you can come out ahead. Since more people are working from home than ever and spending more time on the internet, this can be a opportune time to reach out to people and get more responses back. There… [Read More]
Applying online vs. taking control of your search… One of my recent clients had been applying online for 5 months with little to no results. He was a strong executive with plenty of expertise and had worked with recognizable company brands. Applying Online wasn’t working. In under 2 months of our work together, he found… [Read More]
As someone who is looking to transition to another position or re-enter the workforce, you may be worried about whether you will experience ageism. With a mindset focused on your value proposition, you can position yourself by looking for employers and jobs that are open to the experience and value offered by later career seekers… [Read More]
During a job search, it’s important to have a strategy for systematically connecting with new people who can strengthen your network and help you achieve your career goals. However, it is often overlooked that it is just as important to have a strategy for building a great relationship with someone after you have connected with… [Read More]
Having a process in place to measure your job search outreach is essential for seeing your progress, who you have connected with, and who you need to follow up with. In a Forbes article about keeping your job search pipeline full, Caroline Ceniza-Levine mentions that a job search is a numbers game and that job… [Read More]
