Blue Collar Job Search Job Seeker Newsletter

Blue Collar Job Search â€" Job Seeker Newsletter This is a continuation of the series of Blue Collar Job Search posts.  Have you figured out that most of this applies to white collar job seekers? Funny how that happens. Yesterday I met with my buddy and we talked about creating a regular job search newsletter.  This is something I had blogged about before but I couldnt find the post, so Ill write it again After going through various things, including  word-smithing  a pretty good elevator pitch, we were ready to let people know how they could help him with his job search.  The first newsletter will include a brief introduction to his situation and let people know how they can help.  In just a few words it will share his value proposition, his relevant history that helps paint a picture of his breadth and depth, and then he says and this is the elevator pitch Im working, Id appreciate any feedback. In that introductory email his contacts learn certain things: That he is in transition (this is critical not everyone knows) That he has a strong background and is skilled and competent What kinds of companies he would like to work for, or what kind of work environment he is interested in And then his elevator pitch seals the deal they are given some really good, concise information about him and what hes looking for. I thought this type of newsletter would be sent once a month but as I thought about it with him I think it is appropriate to send it every 2 to 3 weeks, depending on whats new in his job search.  In other words, if he is networking and finding new companies and is active then he has new stuff to put in his newsletter, and he needs to stay in front of his circle of friends that can help him.  If he doesnt do much then dont send it so often (hopefully hell send it every two weeks, which means he is keeping busy!). The future newsletters will include the following points (not what Ive listed in the introductory job seeker newsletter, above): A list of the companies hes contacted, or wanted to contact, A list of job titles he is applying or interviewing for, A list of companies hed like introductions to. The key here is CONCISE.  Keep it short, dont get off track, and give just the right amount of information so people can help you (as opposed to writing too much (wont be read) or off-track stuff (too dramatic and paints you in a sour light)). This is the job seeker newsletter appropriate for my blue collar buddy as well as the white collar job seeker! The JibberJobber Blue Collar Job Search Series: Blue Collar Job Search â€" How To Find A Blue Collar Job  (5/17/10) Blue Collar Job Search â€" What Do You Want in a Job  (5/18/10) Blue Collar Job Search â€" Identify Target Companies  (5/19/10) Blue Collar Job Search â€" What Job Titles Do You Want?  (5/20/10) Shame  (5/24/10) Blue Collar Job Search: Your Elevator Pitch  (5/27/10) Blue Collar Job Search â€" Personal Values Propositions  (5/28/10) Blue Collar Job Search â€" Job Seeker Newsletter  (6/3/10) Blue Collar Job Search â€" Job Seeker Newsletter This is a continuation of the series of Blue Collar Job Search posts.  Have you figured out that most of this applies to white collar job seekers? Funny how that happens. Yesterday I met with my buddy and we talked about creating a regular job search newsletter.  This is something I had blogged about before but I couldnt find the post, so Ill write it again After going through various things, including  word-smithing  a pretty good elevator pitch, we were ready to let people know how they could help him with his job search.  The first newsletter will include a brief introduction to his situation and let people know how they can help.  In just a few words it will share his value proposition, his relevant history that helps paint a picture of his breadth and depth, and then he says and this is the elevator pitch Im working, Id appreciate any feedback. In that introductory email his contacts learn certain things: That he is in transition (this is critical not everyone knows) That he has a strong background and is skilled and competent What kinds of companies he would like to work for, or what kind of work environment he is interested in And then his elevator pitch seals the deal they are given some really good, concise information about him and what hes looking for. I thought this type of newsletter would be sent once a month but as I thought about it with him I think it is appropriate to send it every 2 to 3 weeks, depending on whats new in his job search.  In other words, if he is networking and finding new companies and is active then he has new stuff to put in his newsletter, and he needs to stay in front of his circle of friends that can help him.  If he doesnt do much then dont send it so often (hopefully hell send it every two weeks, which means he is keeping busy!). The future newsletters will include the following points (not what Ive listed in the introductory job seeker newsletter, above): A list of the companies hes contacted, or wanted to contact, A list of job titles he is applying or interviewing for, A list of companies hed like introductions to. The key here is CONCISE.  Keep it short, dont get off track, and give just the right amount of information so people can help you (as opposed to writing too much (wont be read) or off-track stuff (too dramatic and paints you in a sour light)). This is the job seeker newsletter appropriate for my blue collar buddy as well as the white collar job seeker! The JibberJobber Blue Collar Job Search Series: Blue Collar Job Search â€" How To Find A Blue Collar Job  (5/17/10) Blue Collar Job Search â€" What Do You Want in a Job  (5/18/10) Blue Collar Job Search â€" Identify Target Companies  (5/19/10) Blue Collar Job Search â€" What Job Titles Do You Want?  (5/20/10) Shame  (5/24/10) Blue Collar Job Search: Your Elevator Pitch  (5/27/10) Blue Collar Job Search â€" Personal Values Propositions  (5/28/10) Blue Collar Job Search â€" Job Seeker Newsletter  (6/3/10) Blue Collar Job Search â€" Job Seeker Newsletter This is a continuation of the series of Blue Collar Job Search posts.  Have you figured out that most of this applies to white collar job seekers? Funny how that happens. Yesterday I met with my buddy and we talked about creating a regular job search newsletter.  This is something I had blogged about before but I couldnt find the post, so Ill write it again After going through various things, including  word-smithing  a pretty good elevator pitch, we were ready to let people know how they could help him with his job search.  The first newsletter will include a brief introduction to his situation and let people know how they can help.  In just a few words it will share his value proposition, his relevant history that helps paint a picture of his breadth and depth, and then he says and this is the elevator pitch Im working, Id appreciate any feedback. In that introductory email his contacts learn certain things: That he is in transition (this is critical not everyone knows) That he has a strong background and is skilled and competent What kinds of companies he would like to work for, or what kind of work environment he is interested in And then his elevator pitch seals the deal they are given some really good, concise information about him and what hes looking for. I thought this type of newsletter would be sent once a month but as I thought about it with him I think it is appropriate to send it every 2 to 3 weeks, depending on whats new in his job search.  In other words, if he is networking and finding new companies and is active then he has new stuff to put in his newsletter, and he needs to stay in front of his circle of friends that can help him.  If he doesnt do much then dont send it so often (hopefully hell send it every two weeks, which means he is keeping busy!). The future newsletters will include the following points (not what Ive listed in the introductory job seeker newsletter, above): A list of the companies hes contacted, or wanted to contact, A list of job titles he is applying or interviewing for, A list of companies hed like introductions to. The key here is CONCISE.  Keep it short, dont get off track, and give just the right amount of information so people can help you (as opposed to writing too much (wont be read) or off-track stuff (too dramatic and paints you in a sour light)). This is the job seeker newsletter appropriate for my blue collar buddy as well as the white collar job seeker! The JibberJobber Blue Collar Job Search Series: Blue Collar Job Search â€" How To Find A Blue Collar Job  (5/17/10) Blue Collar Job Search â€" What Do You Want in a Job  (5/18/10) Blue Collar Job Search â€" Identify Target Companies  (5/19/10) Blue Collar Job Search â€" What Job Titles Do You Want?  (5/20/10) Shame  (5/24/10) Blue Collar Job Search: Your Elevator Pitch  (5/27/10) Blue Collar Job Search â€" Personal Values Propositions  (5/28/10) Blue Collar Job Search â€" Job Seeker Newsletter  (6/3/10) Blue Collar Job Search â€" Job Seeker Newsletter This is a continuation of the series of Blue Collar Job Search posts.  Have you figured out that most of this applies to white collar job seekers? Funny how that happens. Yesterday I met with my buddy and we talked about creating a regular job search newsletter.  This is something I had blogged about before but I couldnt find the post, so Ill write it again After going through various things, including  word-smithing  a pretty good elevator pitch, we were ready to let people know how they could help him with his job search.  The first newsletter will include a brief introduction to his situation and let people know how they can help.  In just a few words it will share his value proposition, his relevant history that helps paint a picture of his breadth and depth, and then he says and this is the elevator pitch Im working, Id appreciate any feedback. In that introductory email his contacts learn certain things: That he is in transition (this is critical not everyone knows) That he has a strong background and is skilled and competent What kinds of companies he would like to work for, or what kind of work environment he is interested in And then his elevator pitch seals the deal they are given some really good, concise information about him and what hes looking for. I thought this type of newsletter would be sent once a month but as I thought about it with him I think it is appropriate to send it every 2 to 3 weeks, depending on whats new in his job search.  In other words, if he is networking and finding new companies and is active then he has new stuff to put in his newsletter, and he needs to stay in front of his circle of friends that can help him.  If he doesnt do much then dont send it so often (hopefully hell send it every two weeks, which means he is keeping busy!). The future newsletters will include the following points (not what Ive listed in the introductory job seeker newsletter, above): A list of the companies hes contacted, or wanted to contact, A list of job titles he is applying or interviewing for, A list of companies hed like introductions to. The key here is CONCISE.  Keep it short, dont get off track, and give just the right amount of information so people can help you (as opposed to writing too much (wont be read) or off-track stuff (too dramatic and paints you in a sour light)). This is the job seeker newsletter appropriate for my blue collar buddy as well as the white collar job seeker! The JibberJobber Blue Collar Job Search Series: Blue Collar Job Search â€" How To Find A Blue Collar Job  (5/17/10) Blue Collar Job Search â€" What Do You Want in a Job  (5/18/10) Blue Collar Job Search â€" Identify Target Companies  (5/19/10) Blue Collar Job Search â€" What Job Titles Do You Want?  (5/20/10) Shame  (5/24/10) Blue Collar Job Search: Your Elevator Pitch  (5/27/10) Blue Collar Job Search â€" Personal Values Propositions  (5/28/10) Blue Collar Job Search â€" Job Seeker Newsletter  (6/3/10)

Where do I Find Success - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career

Where do I Find Success - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career Hi, I’m Martin Yate, the guy that writes the Knock em Dead books. They say that to write a book, all you need is the complete lack of a social life; well I’ve published 12, so what does that tell you? I live and breathe this stuff and obviously have no social life. Mondays from here on out, I’ll take you step by step through creating a strong personal brand, and how it can play a crucial role in your professional success. A successful career doesn’t happen by accident; it’s the result of consistent effort over time. And, like it or not, a big part of your success in life depends on the way others see you. Proactively shaping how others see you, not just sitting back and passively hoping they see what you’d like them to see, is what we call personal branding. Managing your success by managing your career starts with taking control of your professional persona. What other people think matters A considered approach to career management that integrates personal branding leads to growing credibility and increased visibility, first within your department, then company, and ultimately your profession. It’s the critical packaging of the “professional you,” and, done right, it drives long-term stability and success. It’s common sense to manage your professional image. For your brand to be viable it has to have a perceived value to your public. You can rush to put lipstick on the proverbial pig, but an audience made up of your peers and superiors will always see through to the truth.   So if you want branding to impact your success, it must to amount to more than make-up. It must present a person of substance and determination. Credibility and visibility Your brand is the tool that projects your professional credibility and increases your visibility in a consistent way.   To be successful over the long haul, this means that you must invest yourself in professional development, building the skills, behaviors and values that are admired by the people who make up your professional world. These range from the nuances of technical competence required in you profession, through those transferable skills and attitudes that travel with you from job to job, to the way you smile and lend a hand without being asked. When you develop an identifiable brand, it gives you focus and motivation, and others an easy way to differentiate and remember you. Start building your brand today, because the greater effort you put into establishing your professional credibility and visibility, the sooner you enter the inner circles that exist in every department, company and profession; and as you know, it is only in these inner circles that the plum assignments, raises and promotions are waiting. Are you viable? Follow the development of these thoughts with me in my Monday blogs as a way to kickstart your week and you’ll establish a viable brand that will support you through the years. I’ll address the component parts of sensible branding, and how you can consistently and quietly draw attention to them in your résumé, job search, interviews, and daily pursuit of success at the job you have today and the one you will have tomorrow Where do you find success? You find it here, in engagement with your career and your life. Conversation is an important part of learning. Don’t be afraid to ask questions and share your experiences. See you in the comments! Author: Martin Yate (CPC) is the author of Knock em Dead The Ultimate Job Search Guide, a NY Times bestseller updated annually for 24 years.   He’s been in career management   for 34 years: Silicon Valley Headhunter and VP with the seminal and feared Executek, Director of HR for Bell Industries Computer Memory Division, Director of Training and Development for Dunhill. Martin believes that change is your future, branding is critical, but no one has ever taught you how to navigate this stuff.

5 Things Ive Learned From Making Me 2.0 a Bestseller - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career

5 Things Ive Learned From Making Me 2.0 a Bestseller - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career As you already know, I launched my first book, Me 2.0: Build a Powerful Brand to Achieve Career Success, last Tuesday. Aside from this major book launch that was over two years in the making, even before I knew I was going to write the book, there were a lot of others things going on.   I only took Tuesday off from my full-time job at EMC Corporation. I was still on my local book tour and I had a lot of pending media requests to complete.   I also had a dying grandfather, who passed away on Friday night (the book is dedicated to him if youve read it). There were a lot of variables for this book launch, yet it still became a bestselling career/business book, reaching #227 overall on Amazon the day of launch and still holding the #1 stop for job hunting.   My goal was to hit #1 on Amazon on Tuesday, but I soon realized exactly how difficult that goal is, especially because Im competing with Stephenie Meyers Twilight Saga book series, which owns spots 2-6. In this post, Ill go over five things Ive learned from making Me 2.0 a bestseller on Amazon.   If you have other book tips, leave them in the comments. 5 Things Ive Learned From Making Me 2.0 a Bestseller 1. Initiate your marketing plan early The second I established my blog in March of 2007, I began marketing a book I had not even conceived.   By starting to talk about personal branding for Gen-Y early, I had already been able to attract interest to a future book.   On this blog, as well as on the Personal Branding Magazine mailing list, I had qualified a group of buyers for the book.   My thoughts were if youre interested in my blog and the magazine, youre probably interested in a book on this topic.   I believe that every social network and blog is a mailing list that you can market to, I had built up these lists over two years, which I was able to tap for this book launch.   Last Tuesday, I sent a note to all of my networks, including this blog, announcing that Me 2.0 was available for purchase and requesting promotional support.   2.   Long term relationships over short term ones When youre launching a book, just like any product, you want to get as much press as you possibly can, especially on the launch day.   The relationships you create over time with journalists, bloggers and anyone with a marketing list, will help you with promotion.   Ive spent the last few years forming relationships by helping other people in anyway that I can and as a result, over 120 websites mentioned Me 2.0 last week (including Fast Company, Inc. The Huffington Post).   I expected twice this amount, but since I didnt have enough time to strengthen all of my relationships, and because a lot of people are losing jobs and have other commitments, many of those promotional opportunities fell through.   Becoming friends with the media a year or two before you launch a book or another product, will be the key for you to become successful. 3.   Timing is everything I wont deny for a second that the poor economy helped Me 2.0 book sales.   A lot of people, aside from Gen-Yers, are looking for innovative advice to make them stand out right now and obtain the few jobs that may exist.   If Me 2.0 came out when the economy was booming, it wouldnt have spread as much as it did, so far and with this amount of demand (book stores running out of copies).   Aside from the unemployment rate reaching 10% in some US states, more people have advanced degrees now and recruiters are using social networks as background checks.   The rise of social media as a free branding channel, combined with a very competitive job market and a lot of uncertainly, Me 2.0 was able to take off. 4.   Branding helps sell books As a millennial, its really challenging to get enough credibility to get a publishing deal.   In order to leap across this obstacle, I had to build the brand of the book by association, which means that I had to attach successful brands to it for people to take it seriously.   The first thing I did was acquire quotes from successful people, such as Don Tapscott, Penelope Trunk, David Kirkpatrick of Fortune Magazine, Steve Rubel, Guy Kawasaki, and more.   The second thing I did was to try and get media attention early by filling in a few contacts at BusinessWeek and Entrepreneur about Me 2.0 to start the buzz.   Finally, I spoke with a lot of my bestselling book author friends and asked them for a book endorsement to include on the back and inside cover.   Not only did all of this convince the publisher that it was a serious book, but it attracted more attention from the media and helped market the book better.   Without this brand association, it would have been very hard to be succe ssful at my age. 5.   Prepare to lose money but gain credibility for life What no one talks about is the expense of writing and marketing a book.   Since you cant rely on your publisher to market your book, you have to assume the role of chief book marketing officer.   Anyone can write a book, but very few authors can actually generate enough awareness to make it a bestseller.   The expenses I incurred from marketing this book were about $12,000 for a PR person, about $1,400 for a national press release from PR Newswire and miscellaneous expenses, to bring it up to around $15,000 total.   Some of you might not think this is a lot, especially since 35% of my readers are making over $100,000 a year.   I think this is a substantial amount though, when you only make a small percentage royalty for each book sold. The good news is that being a published author gives you credibility for life.   This means that you can charge a premium price for consulting and speaking engagements.   Also, if your book does well, you can get a larger advance on your next book.   If youre a media junkie like me, then youll notice a lot more media mentions when youre a published author because you become a credible source for stories.   If you have a company, then the book will help generate awareness for your company as well. Whats next! Me 2.0: The book promotional plan isnt over yet and you should expect to see some mainstream press between now and the end of May for it, including a recent recording I just did with National Public Radio that will air on April 20th on All Things Considered.   Then youll see an op-ed I wrote for BusinessWeek in May.   Everything else is quite unpredictable, which certainly gives me a reason to wake up each morning. Personal Branding Magazine: The next free sample of the magazine will be available on April 27th and the main issue will come out on May 1st.   This issue has more content than any other issue Ive ever published. Another book?: Ive been thinking about writing another book, possibly starting this summer.   I cant say what it will be about yet, but the focus will still be on personal branding.

Heres Why You Really Need Work Friends

Heres Why You Really Need Work Friends We all spend a lot of our time at work, and even if you’re lucky enough to love your job, you still need something special to help make that time more enjoyable. What you really need is a work friend. Scientific research has shown that not only does it help you to have a better time when you’re there, it can also make you more productive, so it’s also good news for your employers. Here’s everything you need to know about work friends and how to make them: Why work friends are a good idea A Gallup poll found that having friends at work can boost work satisfaction by 50%, which is great news for you and for your employer’s retention rates. But the even better news is that it’s also good for your health, with Harvard researchers proving that loneliness can cause heart attacks or strokes, so you need to avoid spending 8 hours a day feeling lonely. Socializing can also improve your cardiovascular functioning and lower your levels of stress. From a purely professional perspective, having a work friend might seem like a potential distraction, but research by MIT has shown that chatting can actually make you MORE productive. It can also boost your resilience, with 75% of employees saying that having a best friend at work made them feel more able to take on any challenges. How to make work friends So now you know that having a friend at work is a good thing, but how do you go about actually achieving this? After all, it can be hard enough making a real friend outside of work, never mind trying to become close to people you only share a workspace with because you all need a job and just happened to end up at the same company. Luckily, there are ways that you can go about it without being too much of a distraction from what you’re being paid to do. The first step is an easy one, which is to try and find common ground with them, which should come up in any casual chats you have about the latest hot show on TV, what they did at the weekend/what their plans are for the weekend, and safe topics like that. If you’re feeling brave, you can invite them for lunch so that you have the chance to get to know them away from work. Following them on social media is also a good way to get closer to them, though this is a potentially risky move if you judge it wrong and come across like a stalker, so maybe check that they’re connected to other co-workers before you make your move. If those last two sound a bit too forward for you, there’s potential for social interactions within the workplace routines too. Going on work social events gives you the chance to get to know people you don’t normally get to talk to, and it might also be worth joining any cross-departmental teams, which not only helps you meet new people but also demonstrates your enthusiasm and commitment to the business. Finally, just being a nice, kind and considerate person is an excellent way to make friends, wherever you are. Being someone who is always there to help a colleague is the kind of thing that makes you popular while making the effort to remember birthdays and work anniversaries also shows that you value them enough to take that step. Following these steps will help you make friends with people from work and start to reap the benefits for your happiness, health and career prospects that having work friends can bring you. So why not get started today? About the author:  John Cole is a digital nomad and freelance writer. Specializing in leadership, digital media and personal growth, his passions include world cinema and biscuits. A native Englishman, he is always on the move, but can most commonly be spotted in Norway, the UK, and the Balkans.

Stay Ahead of the Traffic in a Driving Career - CareerMetis.com

Stay Ahead of the Traffic in a Driving Career If you don’t like being confined to just one space throughout the working day, why not travel through multiple ones? If you don’t like being stuck in a office, why not take your office out on the roads? If you like travelling about, why not make a living doing it?There are a whole host of driving jobs out there, and a whole host of driver’s seats that need to be filled. If a career as a driver is your calling there are ways to get ahead of the competition in the race for the best jobs. A few ways to do so can be found below.If you’re a people person and love to drive then entering the private sector of driving may be for you. In this sector there are a number of different jobs on offer. You could drive a taxi. You could even be a chauffeur. However, the most popular vocation in this field, in this day and age, is to be an Uber driver.Photo Credit â€" Pixabay.comevalUber is one of the fastest growing companies in the world, and that doesn’t just mean companies in the driving market. It is a company that is growing at such a rate because of the number of people that wish to work for it. And people wish to work for it because it allows them to pick their own working hours.Because of the fact that it is such a popular destination for those who want to drive for a living those who interview for a post have to stand out. Fortunately, there are ways to get ahead of the interviewing traffic in this case.By taking a look at JudyMcLane you can see a guideline about the basic questions asked during an Uber interview. By brushing up on thisknowledge before you interview you are instantly putting yourself in the starting position in the race for a job.But if you’re not a people person and would prefer a driving career where there is no need to deal with customers directly then there is always commercial trucking. However, because truckers are hauling these big vehicles down the roads next to smaller ones at such speeds a lot of training has to be sought.To becom e a truck driver, first and foremost, you need to obtain a CDL (commercial drivers license). But to stand out from the trucking crowd there are other pieces of training you can take. For instance you can devote your time and effort into gaining a CDL Hazmat Endorsement.In doing so you would show yourself capable and qualified to be able to transport any Select Agents or Toxins. Any trucker that can do that is more likely to pick up more work than those that can’t.Photo Credit â€" Wikimedia.orgSo, in order to get ahead in the world of driving for a living you have to stay ahead of the traffic. You need to know all the back routes to get to your destination quicker. You need to know the best places to fill up your tank. Really, you just need to show yourself capable of doing what other drivers cannot.

Creative Ways to Use LinkedIn in Your Job Search - CareerEnlightenment.com

Creative Ways to Use LinkedIn in Your Job Search LinkedIn is one of the most popular online platforms, helping connect employees with their favorite jobs. In order to stand out of the crowd and overlook your competitors, you’ll need to promote yourself creatively. Here are some ways in which you can become outstanding on this helpful platform.1. Sell Your StoryCapturing your viewers’ attention is the number one rule in climbing the success ladder and getting your most desired job. It’s important to stay funny, original, and honest. You must design a good story in order to reach success:Design a smart, short story for each one of the jobs posted on your profileDon’t just state your previous responsibilities, include relevant details in each descriptionDescribe what problems you’ve encountered, and explain how you overcame themHighlight your creative problem-solving skills; use many examplesInclude only relevant accomplishments in your profile. Forget about the characteristics that no longer matter to your future job. Appe al to best resume writing services for help if you need any. It’s important to keep your content brief and to the point, if you don’t want to bore your prospective employer.2. Focus on the Future, Not the PastInstead of focusing on your previous achievements, emphasize your goals. What are your desires, and future expectations? What do you want to accomplish both in the short and long term? What have you learned over the past years? Is there anything that you’d like to change in the way you approach your work life? Include all these details into your LinkedIn profile, as it will help entrepreneurs understand your expectations, expertise, and perspectives.3. Update Your Content ConstantlyIt’s always a great idea to revise and refresh your content as you develop professionally. That will keep your potential employers updated on your progress, and offer you a higher chance of getting hired. Remember: your LinkedIn profile is your online resume that needs constant revision.I kno w that whenever you accomplish something new, you instantaneously add it to your resume. Make it a habit to open up your LinkedIn account right after, and update that as well.4. Include Visual ContentAccording to the LinkedIn Company Blog, 37% of marketers said visual marketing was the most important content for their business, second only to blog content (38%).Don’t play boring, add something visually appealing to your profile in order to catch your recruiter’s eye. Here are some good ways to start:Add a background image that defines you â€" a black or blue background is too simple, and won’t draw anyone’s attention. Don’t forget to keep your profile professional. Tip: your optimal image size is 1200627 pixels.Make sure your images describe yourself and the type of work you are performingInclude quotes or statistics that define youDon’t use texts on photos, only when necessaryHere are some online tools that will help you create visual content:UnsplashWixVisageHaiku Deck Want to Read More Articles Like This One?Sign up here to receive weekly updates from Career Enlightenment, and never miss another powerful job searching tip! SUBSCRIBE! You have Successfully Subscribed!We hate spam too. Unsubscribe any time. 5. Make Your Contact Details Available for EveryoneKeep your account accessible to everyone if you want people reaching out to you. Include all the important contact information, such as e-mail address, telephone number, website links (if you have any), and any other info you consider essential.6. Start Messaging RecruitersAs you might already know, you are not the only employee contacting recruiters online. In order to be noticeable in your recruiter’s inbox, consider the following:Use familiar greetings, but don’t cross the line. Address your recruiter respectfully, but casually. Don’t be overly polite.Explain what needs you can meet from the start. What can you do for their company? Why do they need you?Attach your resume to the me ssage you’re sending.Always follow-up, even when employers don’t respond to your message; it’s important to refresh your recruiter’s memory â€" he/she probably receives at least 20 messages per day.If you lack structure or good format ideas, research online templates to make your job easier.Start your contact search on LinkedIn â€" when you expand your online connections, you are easier to reach.Capture your reader’s attention by following the above steps! Be original and innovative, and stand out of the crowd by being yourself.7. Do a General Clean UpLinkedIn is not the only social media tool recruiters use. Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram are other important digital utensils that prospective employers use to connect with you. Therefore, it’s important to do a general social media clean up before messaging recruiters, or promoting yourself on LinkedIn.Google yourself and see what pops upDelete all embarrassing, super-provocative photos on every social media account you ownDelete every post that touches on controversial issuesChange your privacy settingsStart sharing only content that’s truly relevant to your work fieldFollow companies and individuals who are interesting and have relevant things to share publiclyWith the job market expanding so quickly, you should expect a lot of competition. When searching for your profile online, employers are interested in good personality traits, a professional online image, a wide and various range of interests, and accurate background information.8. Choose the Perfect Profile PictureSince your professional image plays such an important role in your career, make sure you choose a profile picture that describes exactly who you are. Lacking a profile photo is unprofessional and sketchy. It looks like you are trying to hide something, or even hide yourself. For maximizing results, you must be open about yourself, your passions, and your life-long goals.Final WordsSell your story, focus on your future goals, con stantly update your profile’s content, include visuals in your descriptions, make your profile accessible to everyone, start messaging recruiters, do a general clean-up of your social media, and choose the perfect profile picture â€" all of these will help you get the job that you want. Good luck!

My 52 Mistakes Video Blog Launches - Kathy Caprino

My 52 Mistakes Video Blog Launches Hi Friends very happy to announce that my 52-week video blog on My 52 Mistakes launches today.   Heres the video: Kathy Caprinos My 52 Mistakes Video Blog #1 Id love to get this going and offer a large, open forum for the courageous discussion and exploration of the biggest mistakes weve made in our life and work today.   Why focus on mistakes?   Because when we can get real and tell the raw truth about the mistakes weve made and the vital lessons weve learned, we help ourselves and others heal, and we spread love, self-acceptance, and compassion throughout the world.   Today, a woman from Canada wrote me that she read my 52 Mistakes article on More.com, and in the end, she shared her belief that unfortunately, you still sound like youre coming from a self-focused world.   Interesting takeWell, I say this  lets all be self-focused for a while in order to gain clarity, truth, and understanding, so that we can then turn our focus outward to others, to share our compassionate help and support with the world. Id be so grateful if youd comment on the video here and spread it to all your friends and colleagues.    And let me know which mistakes of my full list of 52 Mistakes  resonate with you most, and which youd like to hear more about in the next video post coming next week.   Thanks so much, my friends!   Youre awesome for sharing, and I love ya. Kathy