Career Coaching When applying for a job, writing a great cover letter is the first step in getting your application noticed when competing against many other applicants—designed to capture the reader’s attention and encourage them to read your resume. Always tailored to the job you are applying for; your cover letter should demonstrate the value […]
Career Coaching, Job Interview Coaching, Career Management Everyone has a personal brand, even if they are not aware of it. To create a personal brand that differentiates you from others and positions you in a positive light with employers to support you in achieving your career goals. Here we discuss tips on how to […]
Career Coaching | Job Interview Coaching Your elevator pitch is an introductory summary of you, your background, and your goals. It is an effective method to create a positive first impression and promote your personal brand as you build your network or in a job interview. You need to capture their attention, so they […]
Making a career change usually takes time and effort. So getting prepared in the lead-up to making a career move can make the process more effective. As a career coach, I’ve created the following questions to uncover areas that may need some attention. As the saying goes…..’Preparation Prevents Poor Performance.’ To improve your chances and […]
Many of us are inclined, at times, to think in ways that are irrational and self-defeating. Our thoughts are like an inner voice, reflecting our perceptions of what is happening in our world. Most of the time, we are not conscious of our thoughts – they go on in the background of our mind. However, […]
Deciding to change direction in your career can be daunting, which keeps people in jobs or industries they don’t like. At any age, many are looking for answers to the perennial question: ‘What do you want to be when you grow up?’ When contemplating this question, what is important to remember is that you can’t […]
Often at work or home, when a problematic situation arises, there is a conversation you are not having that is keeping you from accomplishing the result you want. Typically, in these situations, there are varying opinions, and emotions are intense. Faced with this, we can do one of three things:- avoid having the conversation have […]
Many people consider furthering their education to advance in their careers. If this is you, perhaps you should try a MOOC – a Massive Open Online Course. Offered by an increasing number of universities worldwide, these free and easily accessible online courses allow you to gain knowledge in a broad range of areas. Also useful […]
Many factors have determined the direction your career has taken. They include your interests and what you value, your personality traits, what you are good at, your circumstances, and your willingness to change direction. Other factors are the prevailing market conditions at any given point in time, the opportunities you take, those you knockback, and […]