Resources to Help You PUSH

  • Get Back To Work In 60 Days!

    This easily digestible guide was intended to break down the mammoth task of a job search into bite-sized pieces to ensure that you actually benefit from your investment. That hurdle has been eliminated for you so you can focus on doing the right things in the right order to accelerate your transition back into the workplace.

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    LinkedIn is NOT optional for successful professionals!

    Far too many professionals either have no profile at all, or they created an account and never actually use LinkedIn, primarily because they don’t know how. If you’ve been thinking you don’t have time to use LinkedIn…let us show you how manageable it can truly be if you know what to do. 

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Timeless Tips That Will Help You Fine-tune Your Strategy

JOB SEEKERS

  • Don’t keep tweaking your job search efforts according to the varying advice of several different experts. Subscribe to one (not more than two) experts, otherwise you’ll drive yourself crazy trying to adjust your resume and your methods with every new piece of “wisdom” you encounter.

  • It’s vital to have a goal and specific criteria but remember employers are trying to weed you out (not in). Be sure to articulate how you can fill THEIR needs. With a focused job search you will also get what you’re looking for.

  • Never say “I just need a job.” Always be specific so we make mental connections and introduce you to the right people.

  • If your job search continues beyond 4-6 months, start getting serious about volunteering, reading books, getting involved in some profession-related thing so you don’t lose your edge.

  • If you’re not getting interviews, your resume is likely part of the problem. If you’re not getting offers, you may need coaching.

  • Don’t mistake lack of resume-writing skill with lack of qualification for the work you’re setting out to do. You are worthy and qualified for your work. Partnering with the right professional can help you get there! Hey, I call a doctor or plumber when I need an expert too!

CAREER ADVANCERS

  • Keep a journal of your key metrics and your achievement of those metrics so you can defend your performance during reviews.

  • Never sign off on a performance review you don’t agree with. Go back and forth and demand documentation of negatives that are written in your review. Be prepared to prove that you are, in fact, awesome!

  • Stay abreast of what’s going on in your industry by subscribing to a trusted journal, recognized blog, and by joining a professional development organization.

  • Network outside of your company’s walls. If your whole department is downsized…you’ll need people to pull you into your next company. Networking is NOT overrated.

  • If you want more from your career you’ve got to act like it. Show up on time, speak up in meetings, come up with innovative ideas, and listen up when constructive feedback is being given to you.

  • Explore job postings for your next level so you can identify the right development opportunities. Be ready when opportunity knocks.