Hey there, career changers! Are you tired of being stuck in a job that doesn’t give you the satisfaction you crave? Are you ready for a new challenge? Well, you’re in luck, my friends, because I’ve got some tips for you on how to change careers! Continue reading Change Careers and Change Your Life
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How Much Time Should You Spend Job Hunting?
Job hunting can be an exhausting and frustrating process, especially when you’re not sure how much time you should be spending on it. On one hand, you don’t want to waste all of your time searching for a job when you could be using that time to improve your skills or work on other projects. On the other hand, you don’t want to miss out on a great opportunity because you didn’t put in enough effort. So, how much time should you spend job hunting? Continue reading How Much Time Should You Spend Job Hunting?
The “Little Box of 10” and other Career Goodies for Ranking High as a Candidate and Getting Recruiters’ Attention
Most job seekers typically begin their searches by entering a job title in the search bar to see what opportunities come up. From there, they read the Overview and Key Responsibilities and peruse the Qualifications to see if they meet the prospective employer’s eligibility criteria. But very few job seekers scroll down to what I call the “Little Box of 10” where over half of recruiters make initial decisions about whether to consider a candidate. Continue reading The “Little Box of 10” and other Career Goodies for Ranking High as a Candidate and Getting Recruiters’ Attention
HOW TO MAKE A CAREER CHANGE
Making a career change is a significant decision that can be both exciting and intimidating. Whether you’re looking for more fulfillment in your work, a new challenge, or a better work-life balance, there are many reasons to consider a career change. However, it’s essential to take the time to carefully evaluate your options and plan your transition to ensure a successful and fulfilling career change. Continue reading HOW TO MAKE A CAREER CHANGE
Getting the Job You Want Requires Knowing the Job You Want
One of the mistakes I see job seekers continuously making is perusing job boards and sending out lots of resumes BEFORE knowing want they truly want in a career. You have to look inside first before you do the outside work. Continue reading Getting the Job You Want Requires Knowing the Job You Want
Susan Rogers: From Secretary to “Purple Rain” Engineer to Berklee Professor and Author
After attending a Led Zeppelin concert at the LA Forum, 20-year old Susan Rogers vowed to return one day and mix sound for an amazing band. She kept her promise to herself and engineered Prince’s “Purple Rain” which notched the artist’s first album to reach number one on the Billboard 200 where it resided for 122 weeks and was certified Platinum with 25 million copies sold worldwide, making it one of the best-selling albums of all time. Continue reading Susan Rogers: From Secretary to “Purple Rain” Engineer to Berklee Professor and Author
Jennie McCormick: School Drop-out to Noted Astronomer
In 2005 Jennie McCormick helped co-discover an unknown planet in a solar system 15,000 light years away. She was the first woman amateur astronomer to discover a new planet since William Hershel in 1781. A few years later she discovered a new asteroid. Jennie’s been a co-author of over 20 scientific papers, including the prestigious publication Science. She became an internationally respected astronomer by shattering the traditional walls of entry into the scientific community. All the way from the Farm Cove Observatory in Auckland, New Zealand Jennie shares her incredible career path on Java, Jobs, and YOU. Her story will resonate with anyone looking to achieve a life of passion, purpose, and achievement in any field. Continue reading Jennie McCormick: School Drop-out to Noted Astronomer