Many people are looking for ways to boost their careers through meaningful interactions. Whether you are looking to boost your career through networking or professional development, considering mentorship is a strategy that will help to start your career insightfully and constructively. When I first started my career in Human Resources over 10 years ago,Continue reading “Improving Your Career with a Mentor“
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Video Resumes and Interviews! What are they all about?
It is a new thing, and yes, they do exist! Video resumes or videos are becoming more common as part of the recruitment process. I have had to create a few videos of myself to submit a job application or as a step in the recruitment process. Video resumes can be daunting and nerve-wracking, butContinue reading “Video Resumes and Interviews! What are they all about?”
Want to Grow Your Career? Read This!
Are you looking to grow your career this year? Right now, more than ever professionals are looking for ways to manage and take their careers to the next level. With a more than ever educated workforce, individuals are considering upgrading their skills, moving into the next promotion, and switching companies or industries altogether. Career growthContinue reading “Want to Grow Your Career? Read This!”
Should I Take a Career Break?
So, the question is “Should I take a career break?”. Career breaks are important, and if timed right, they can provide you with experiences you might not have otherwise. While working and building your career are important, taking time off to experience life and take care of yourself are also extremely valuable. Many people today,Continue reading “Should I Take a Career Break?”
What is Happenstance, and How to Make it Work for You
Career planning, guidance, and direction are all major components of everyone’s career journey. Have you ever wished that opportunities would present themselves, or that you had a way to create them? This is where Planned Happenstance comes in. Planned Happenstance was coined by Professor John Krumboltz. To sum it up, Planned Happenstance is searching forContinue reading “What is Happenstance, and How to Make it Work for You”
How do I Find My Passion?
We all have passions, from knitting to human rights we all have something we love and want to pursue in our lives. But what do you do when you aren’t sure about what passion you should chase? Just simply searching for something to like, is like running on a hamster wheel. Instead, you should activelyContinue reading “How do I Find My Passion?”
How to Get Back Up When You Feel Knocked Down
So, I won’t lie, as I write this post, I am in a state of feeling knocked down and belittled. Today was not my shining star moment. I am a true believer that we have total control over what we choose to learn and do with learned life experiences. Learning from not-so-nice experiences in lifeContinue reading “How to Get Back Up When You Feel Knocked Down”
How to Switch Industries Using Transferable Skills
Transferable skills are something that we all have. It is something that when recognized in your talent inventory can help you make a successful career transition. Maybe right now you are thinking, how do I even know where to begin at identifying my transferable skills, and how can I explain to an employer how myContinue reading “How to Switch Industries Using Transferable Skills”
Can you make your job search more digestible?
Let’s face it, the job search can be challenging sometimes. But it doesn’t have to be daunting. While the whole job cycle might have its ups & downs and certainly challenges, it provides you with a chance to re-evaluate your skills and career vision. It is a chance to improve your communication, sharpen your technicalContinue reading “Can you make your job search more digestible?”
How to Market Your Top Talent During a Job Search
When it comes to finding a new job, you can reach your goals quickly if you have a strong understanding of how to effectively market your skills and yourself. Accompanying this there is a need to understand yourself and what you are looking for in your career. If you have a strong self-understanding the easierContinue reading “How to Market Your Top Talent During a Job Search”
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