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Successful Career Planning Over 40
Some of us insist that we will never grow up. But no matter how we feel on the inside, we all age on the outside for everyone to see. For many, decade birthdays seem especially meaningful and the big 4-0 can hit people hard. But what does this mean for you and your career? Well, it means after working for a significant period of time you have developed a wealth of experience and skills. You can choose to stay where you are, or you can decide to move on. But should you be worried? Are you too old to change jobs or careers? Your mind is really good at telling you all kinds of stories about how...
read moreHow to Be at Your Best in a World of Change and Challenge
There is a wide range of ideas about what it means to have a successful career—it’s up to you to come up with your own definition. Some people are happiest climbing the career ladder into positions of increasing authority, visibility, and compensation. Others are most satisfied in a job where they are able to do what they love and have stability. Maybe you see work not a career but as a job—something you do to make money that enables you to pursue interests or adventures that give you a sense of purpose and fulfillment. All of these—and many other variations—are all good definitions. It...
read moreUse a Success Database to create your “Career Story”
Use a Success Database to create your “Career Story” Interviewer: “Tell me about a time when you…?” How do you respond to this question? With a success story. Success stories are examples that describe your career accomplishments. When you use a success story to answer an interview question you arm yourself with convincing facts and evidence showing you’re qualified for the most challenging interview questions. The more evidence you collect, the more confident you will feel about yourself! One story can demonstrate several good qualities. By gathering your success stories in one place you...
read more4 Ways to Create a Memorable Candidate Profile
If someone views your LinkedIn profile or resume, do they understand your unique skills and career goals in the first 7 seconds? If you struggle with how to make yourself stand out, these tips will help you showcase your best qualities. Integrating essential keywords can jumpstart your interview request rate because you’re connecting the dots between your experience and the needs of a potential employer. By threading in words that are industry relevant and position specific, you set yourself up for quicker, more accurate matches with career opportunities. When delineating your...
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