…The deep, dark secret of “all or nothing” is that it gives you and me permission to do absolutely nothing. If something wonderful comes along, you might take a look, but otherwise the same lukewarm plan will do. Playing the game of ideal-versus-real means that you can toy with the idea of alternative futures without taking the simplest first step towards actual change – which nearly always means talking to someone about the reality of their work….
Riskiest Career Move? – Not Taking a Risk
…it my miserable job or just suck it up and grind along. I’ve got to make a comprehensive business plan before I test whether my English muffin/croissant hybrid and baked-goods truck can generate enough income for me to live. I’m good at structuring logical arguments so I should quit sales and become a lawyer. Instead, we need to break problems into small actions. The more logically-oriented person might, for instance, test-drive the legal professi…
New Year, New Times, New Job Search Tools.
…powerful new tool to your belt. What is a job proposal? It’s a one or two page “mini business plan” that’s intended to get you an interview with the decision-maker of a targeted prospective employer. Where a resume tells someone what you have done in the past, a job proposal tells in some detail what you are going to do for the company down the road. Specifically, how you will help them achieve their vision of success. It generally explains the v…
Career Mapping: So You Don’t Get Lost Along the Way
…u are new to “mapping,” I suggest you do it once a week. Once you are more comfortable with the process, once a month is probably often enough. The key is to set a pattern for regularly looking at your progress. Today’s job market is changing so rapidly that the people who hope to do well are those who have an idea about where they are going and how they are going to get there. I see too many of us making career decisions without a real strategy…
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Burn Your Resume. Not Your Chances.
…ey had received my job proposal. What is a job proposal? It’s a one or two page “mini business plan” that’s intended to get you an interview with the decision-maker of a targeted prospective employer. Where a resume tells someone what you have done in the past, a job proposal tells in some detail what you are going to do for the company down the road. Specifically, how you will help them achieve their vision of success. It generally explains the v…
7 Steps to Breaking Your Job Hopping Habit
…an on staying in their jobs for a prolonged period of time. They jump from company to company, hoping to increase their salary, broaden their portfolio of work experience, and quicken the time it takes for career development. While there are some benefits to job hopping, you may find yourself sliding slowly backwards if you remain a job hopper for a prolonged period of time. You’re always playing catch up, trying to learn the ropes and figuring ou…
Just Out – Colorado Companies to Watch
…ase and 32 percent growth in employees (both in Colorado and out of state) compared to 2012. From the Colorado Office of Economic Development: Fueling the economic fire From 2009 through 2012, these companies generated $1.1 billion in revenue and added 815 employees (both in Colorado and out of state), reflecting a 149 percent increase in revenue and 135 percent increase in jobs for the four-year period. That translates into a 36 percent annual re…
Why You Might Be Feeling Stuck In Your Career
…e time instead of all that income. What To Do If Your Goals Have Changed: Assess what’s important to you. There’s no right or wrong answer. If your job is no longer helping you work toward your goals, it’s time to move on. Think about what you’d like to accomplish and what sort of career will help you do that. Do You Not Have The Right Skills To Move Up Or Over? The way we do business is constantly evolving. If you were a traditional print journal…
Essential Career Change Questions To Ask Yourself In 2019
…of establishing your career objectives. Determine whether you define success in terms of income level, helping others, a job well-done, or something else. 2. Which emotions are driving your change? An emotional response to a situation or certain circumstances at your current job can sometimes drive you toward a career change. Consider whether those emotions are leading you toward a positive or negative response to your current career. 3. Will the…
Looking for that Colorado Job for too Long?
…n be essential in crafting a concise story of your career skills and business accomplishments. Professional Colorado career coaches understand the recruitment process inside and out. They will look at everything – from your resume, cover letter, and even LinkedIn profile – to help you to clearly communicate your personal brand and craft a more cohesive story. Well-versed in crafting resumes, career coaches will help refresh your resume, making sur…
Effective Performance Reviews – They Matter!
…ully to your employees’ personal ambitions, as it will inform the way you assess their work. “Oftentimes managers are evaluating performance without necessarily knowing what that person’s career aspirations are. We often assume that everyone wants to be CEO. But that’s not always the case,” says Barron. Understanding what your direct reports want from their careers will help you figure out ways to broaden their professional experiences. Lay the gr…
The elusive ‘Meaningful Career’ – the expert’s view
…skills. “Look for opportunities to enhance your job. Sign up for a new cross–company initiative or propose taking something off your boss’s plate,” suggests Dillon. “I’ve never known many managers to say no to people offering to help out.” If you can’t run experiments within the constraints of your job, look outside the company. “Join industry groups, go to conferences, volunteer for a nonprofit,” advises Dillon. The third way to test your hypoth…
Top 5 Interview Mistakes Millennials Make
…nd under. The recruiters seemed most concerned with millennials’ long-term commitment, professionalism and reliability. They also said millennial workers need major improvement in their interview skills. Here are the top five interview mistakes millennials make, based on the survey results—and how you can avoid them. No. 1: Wear Inappropriate Interview Attire The top interview mistake millennials make is wearing the wrong clothing, according to 75…
Double-Digit Hiring Gains in Colorado…
…ay. Denver Business Journal reports on Tuesday’s release of the CareerCast.com Index, a measurement of managerial job growth since 2007. An anomaly? We don’t believe so… This positive growth index is supported by many accompanying data points, for example: Colorado new car registrations in April were up 10% YonY and 16% year to date, YonY Denver house values have the 15th consecutive month increase with 9.8% in March, YonY Q1 foreclosures were dow…