I use the phrase “job search strategy” quite a bit with clients and I often wonder if I need to take a step back and explain what that actually means. It’s more than just fancy words that career coaches use to sell your services. There really is more than one approach to a job search […]
Month: October 2016
Changing Careers: Where Do You Start?
Changing career paths or industries is a common reason why people turn to a career coach. There’s a lot of moving parts to the equation. How do I explain the change on my resume? Will they pay me the same salary I had? Will I enjoy it, or regret it? Can I afford to take […]
Do Cover Letters Actually Get Read?
So you’ve submitted your résumé, you’ve created a LinkedIn profile and you’ve sent the online application. I know what many of you are thinking: Do I really still need a cover letter? Does anyone read those anymore? Do I seriously need to have a résumé, LinkedIn profile, cover letter and fill out an online application […]
Top 5 Reasons Why Your Job Search Is Stalled
Job searching is more convenient, yet more complex than ever. With hundreds of applicants per job listing, there are several factors that can hold you back. Take a look at these five common mistakes that might be hurting your job search: You’re only relying on online job boards Job boards are easily accessible and convenient […]