Most of us spend more time researching & customizing our next smart phone purchase than we do planning our careers. We read reviews and tech blogs. We factor in features, our lifestyle, battery and extra gadgets. We ask experts and consult our friends & family. You have your phone with you every day - it's a big decision.
Let's consider carpool karaoke, but for our careers. Hear me out. Late Show host James Corden has a regular segment in which he invites celebrities to drive around with him singing in cars. Today, I watched as Paul McCartney returned to his childhood town of Liverpool to do just that.
Why aren't we using the right tools for the job when we're#JobSearching? "I always bomb those situational questions in interviews. I get caught up in trying to sound legit and professional, like on my LinkedIn." We call this resume babble. Phrases like 'strategic managerial experience' or 'proven ability to' or 'which resulted in'. Strong, clear and concise wording on a resume is key, when used in the right context, with proof to back it up.
Why do we keep things that don't fit well? #Minimalismis trendy right now. Think of how many#CutTheClutterposts are out there. The messages: only keep what sparks joy. Make sure everything you own is functional or loved. Less stuff means more space and time for things you actually want. I was thinking about this #JobSearchparallel as a client told me the top 3 things they love & hate about their current resume.
I’ve been helping a small business owner in my community find talent for an urgent job opening. She contacted me late in her hiring process, completely overwhelmed. First, she had only received a few quality resumes and she hoped tapping into my network of clients and fellow career professionals could help her find more applicants.