Archive for career coaching
What’s the missing piece to career fulfillment?
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I wanted to share with you a story about my career coaching client, Richard. He is an engineer and received a wonderful performance review earlier this year. He also has gotten informal feedback from his boss and peers on a more consistent basis than ever. This wouldn’t be possible if he hadn’t put effort into building his confidence. If you want to see change in any area of your life, you have to take the initiative and do what is best for you. This is especially true if you are seeking career fulfillment.
If you are unhappy in your career, it’s important to really put yourself out there and tell people what you want. I credit Richard for all of his hard work. He has truly built up his confidence and has become more assertive throughout his career coaching process. He also has learned the importance of managing up (or managing his boss) more effectively. Nice work Richard!
If you found this inspiring or helpful to you, please share your story with us in the comment section below. Also, if you are interested in finding career fulfillment, please contact us today for a complimentary consultation.
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How can a billboard inspire you career search?
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I read this story, ‘Hire me!’ billboard leads to job for 22-year-old, and thought it would be a fun inspiration for those of you in job search.
“In April, Olson paid $300 for an 8-second time slot on an electronic billboard near downtown Minneapolis. His ad was up for 24 hours, rotating with other ads on the billboard. The words “Hire Me!” appeared next to his website address and a picture of his face.”
I’m not suggesting that you go out and buy a billboard, but use this inspiration to help get creative in your job search. I love that Bennet stayed positive and passionate about finding a job. If you are narrow-minded in your career search you will get burnt out before you see results. It’s important that you stay positive and think outside the box during the whole career process.
If you’d like more help with being creative in your job search, contact us today for a complimentary consultation.
Hallie Crawford
Dream Job Coach
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Should you jump off the bridge for your dream job?
Posted by: | CommentsCheck out my latest YouTube video as I discuss why some risk and a leap of faith are required to make a career change. Listen to this message to learn the importance of managing the risks along the way. You have to take smart, measured and calculated risks on your career path. Don’t just jump off the bridge and do something crazy.
Improve your job search with time management
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My career coaching client, Dan, recently texted me saying he needs to stop going on so many job interviews so that he has time to breathe and really think about his long term career direction. This is a nice problem to have!
Are you managing your time to the best of your ability? It is is crucial to stay on top of networking in your job search, but it is just as important to be efficient and stay organized along the way. Don’t let yourself get too overwhelmed with interviews and applications. Take the time to sit back and really manage your career path. Remember, quality is always better than quantity.
Way to go Dan on securing your interviews through networking and job boards. I agree, it’s time to take a step back and make sure you’re not entering the land of diminishing returns.
Hallie Crawford
Career Path Coach
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It’s time to start celebrating your success
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I was talking to my career coaching client, Margaret, about celebrating her successes, even the small ones, in her job search. She identified three new things she wanted to have in a dream job.
I don’t know about you, but I’m the type of person who has a success and moves on to the next goal way too quickly. I think this is part of why I’m a successful business owner, but I know this is a double edged sword. It gets me into trouble as well!! I’m trying to learn to celebrate those small wins along the way. I’m enjoying the journey, because I know that feeling positive and optimistic will help me continue to succeed long term. When I’m upbeat and positive I think more clearly and more creatively.
Come up with a new simple habit for yourself to help you celebrate your wins, however small or large they are. It doesn’t matter! Treat yourself to frozen yogurt, go to a movie, just do something you enjoy to really acknowledge and appreciate that win.
If you’d like further help in your career search, contact us for a complimentary consultation today.
Hallie Crawford
Job Search Coach
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Inspiration to get your foot in the door at your dream job!
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I received this email from a former career coaching client, and I am thrilled for her! Here’s her message:
Wanted to let you know of my exciting new job.
Through a contact I made, I was asked to interview for 2 different positions with the South Carolina Dept. of Employment. Both weren’t ideal, but would have been a good foot in the door. I found out I didn’t get either of those positions.
Last week one of the women I interviewed with called me and said they have to fill a Case Mgr / Career Specialist position ASAP because the current Case Manager moved to a different department. The position is temporary and they will hire for the position at the end of May. I guess I made a good enough impression for her to think of me. I accepted the position the next morning. I don’t think I would have gotten this job in any other way. Even though I have all the transferable skills, they would have wanted social services experience.
So currently I work part time (28 hours) for Piedmont Technical College in the Dept. of Employment office helping people find jobs. It’s really exciting and I love going to work.
Just wanted to update you,
Beth
Congratulations Beth! She remained persistent in her career search and kept looking for her dream job. She didn’t settle, and was able to land something to get her foot in the door!
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What’s the best way to quit your job?
Posted by: | CommentsCheck out my latest YouTube video where I discuss a WSJ.com article I was featured in about how to quit your job gracefully. This can be a tough situation that you need to handle professionally, while not burning any bridges. Follow the tips in this video to learn the best way to quit your job, while leaving a good impression.
Have you narrowed down your career ideas too much?
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I recently spoke with my career coaching client, Damon. He said something to me that I often hear as a career coach and I wanted to share it with you. He said,
“Don’t just focus on 1-2 aspects of your life or what you want in a job because that was where I went off track before. I hadn’t looked at other areas of my life to help me determine the big picture of what I wanted in a career.”
You want to narrow down your career ideas to just a few in order to help you make a decision, but be careful of narrowing down too soon. If you focus too much on 1-2 things in identifying your ideal career direction, you could be narrowing your options TOO quickly and end up with something that’s not a fit.
Try to look at the big picture as well. Consider what would be fulfilling to you, in addition to what you’re good at and the salary you want to make. You also need to consider the right work environment and your personality type. When I work with clients there are actually 8 different things I have them consider on my Ideal Career Model to define their dream job. So think outside the box and look at the big picture. Once you have done that, you can narrow down your ideas from there.
If you feel like you would benefit from career coaching, please contact us today to set up a complimentary consultation!
Hallie Crawford
Atlanta Career Coach
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