Career Transition Toolkit: Navigating Industry Shifts and Layoffs
In today’s unpredictable job market, industry shifts and layoffs can feel like unexpected roadblocks. It's natural to feel uncertain or even discouraged, and it may be hard to have a positive attitude if you have just lost your job. However, with the right mindset, tools, and support, you can turn these temporary setbacks into opportunities and emerge stronger than ever.
So, how can you make your LinkedIn profile a powerful tool that attracts recruiters and opportunities? Here's how!
Supercharge Your Job Search: LinkedIn Tips to Land Your Dream Job
In today’s highly competitive job market, standing out can be a challenge. With countless professionals vying for similar roles, your LinkedIn profile must set you apart from the rest. With over 930 million members, LinkedIn is an indispensable platform for job seekers and networkers alike.
So, how can you make your LinkedIn profile a powerful tool that attracts recruiters and opportunities? Here's how!
Don't Be Fooled: How to Spot a Fake Job Posting
Imagine applying for a job, eagerly anticipating a response, but weeks pass without a word. This frustrating scenario is more common than you might think. You may have fallen victim to an ongoing issue in the job market—a ghost job posting. Here’s how to spot them and how to avoid them.
Job Search Strategies That Actually Work
You’re happily driving along the highway of life. Then, one day, the unthinkable happens. You’ve been laid off, and you need a plan.
We created this guide to help you pursue the most effective job search. With these strategies, you’re on the way to finding the right position with a quality company that offers an exciting future.
Top Reasons to Turn Down a Job Offer
You got the interview and the job offer! Congratulations!
But if you’re second-guessing whether this is the right job for you or the right time to make a career move, here are some reasons to consider turning down a job offer and how to do it gracefully.
Find Hidden Job Opportunities: Tips from Industry Insiders
Feeling frustrated by the lack of responses after sending out dozens (or even hundreds) of resumes? Don't take it personally! The reality is many job listings you're applying for might not exist, receive overwhelming responses, are already filled, or are part of the hidden job market that isn't advertised publicly.
5 Ways to Test Drive a Career Change
Feeling overwhelmed by the thought of changing careers? Does the idea of making a shift quickly get buried under doubts like "I'm not qualified," "It's too late," or "It's too expensive"? If so, it's time for a fresh perspective. Making a career change might seem like an impossible task, but it doesn't have to be.
The Introvert’s Guide to Informational Interviews
Ready to embark on an exciting new career journey? Informational interviews can be your secret weapon to explore new roles, and work environments, and build a professional network that will help you succeed. Even if you find networking challenging as an introvert, you can still leverage these conversations to your advantage.
Embracing Change: How to Navigate Career Transitions
Feeling stuck? Maybe you are feeling a mismatch between your values and your current job. If you are thinking about making a job or career change, it can feel daunting and overwhelming. No one signs up to be a job seeker, and for most people, the thought of making a transition feels scary and uncomfortable.
AI-generated Resumes - A Helpful Tool or a Red Flag for HR?
Theoretically, AI-generated resumes should simplify and enhance the resume process by analyzing job descriptions, suggesting relevant content, optimizing keywords, and creating tailored resumes based on your input and the job position's requirements.
Find Meaning & Purpose: A Guide to Loving Your Career
Finding meaning in your professional life is necessary for your overall well-being and happiness since you spend a significant part of your life at work. Beyond just earning a living, a fulfilling career is about aligning with personal values and passions. Let's explore how to foster a deeper connection with your career and find satisfaction and fulfillment.
Handbills: The Ultimate Networking Tool You Need Right Now
In a world where online job boards and social media dominate, the networking handbill serves as your defining statement and becomes your secret weapon. Compact yet impactful, a handbill is a personalized snapshot of your professional brand, skills, qualifications, and career goals.
Top Ten Skills Employers Are Seeking in 2024
In today's dynamic job market, showcasing the skills employers truly value is fundamental for continuing career success. As Life Working® Career Coaches and Resume Experts navigate through 2024, we’re seeing a growing demand for a diverse range of competencies from job seekers.
Let's explore the top ten skills employers are looking for this year across various industries and sectors.
The Ultimate Salary Negotiation Guide
Unlock the secrets of successful salary negotiation with our comprehensive guide. From confident preparation to strategic research, learn to advocate for your true worth and achieve professional success. Partner with the Life Working® Career Coaching Team for expert support.
Your Guide to Succeeding in the 2024 Job Market
Are you ready to conquer the ever-changing job market in 2024? Let’s dive into what you need to know to understand emerging trends and land your dream job in this competitive market.