Career Talk: Learn - Grow - Thrive

It's not unheard of to get what you think is your dream job and you realize it's not great. Or worse, you hate it. If you've been here for a hot minute you know I'm an advocate for people being happy in their jobs and careers. What to do if you've found yourself in this situation: Take a deep breath Try and find the positive Find the disconnect Chat with your manager / leader Figure out if whatever you don't like is permanent or temporary What enticed you to take the job? Is there anything that could make you happy with your current situation? How long has it been? Soooooo nothing is perfect. Are you being realistic? Are your expectations realistic? Is it the job that sucks or the environment? Do you just need a vacay? What you can do to possibly avoid this situation in the future: Be thorough in the interview process Be honest when you're interviewing Look at reviews online Is there anyone in your network that has worked for the organization? Do a social media search To s

To support the show: Paypal: paypal.me/stephdennis13 Anchor: https://anchor.fm/careertalk For show notes go to: http://stephdennis13.com/category/careertalk/ To work together: listentocareertalk.com For the Google Survey: https://goo.gl/forms/PToleX38QgQ4EPaz1 To connect: Instagram: @stephdennis13 @careertalkpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/stephdennis13 We are written, produced, hosted and edited by Stephanie Dennis You’re awesome!! Go be your amazing self today!!! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/careertalk/message

We absolutely need to be passionate about something! Could be in your job, also could be in your personal life. Something that fuels us. Sometimes we are going through some hard stuff and work and our passion fizzles out. That is ok What we need to evaluate is: Is this funk or fizzle permanent? Is it worth riding it out / sticking it out / seeing it through? Do your have other passions outside of work? I've had jobs that fizzle from a passion perspective, find other things! Learning Getting outside our comfort zone Exercise Podcasting Puppies Etc etc There are also times where the passion increases at work so we may have to slow down on passions outside of work. Tips: Stay positive What were you passionate about, if anything? What are you currently passionate about? Is there anything from your personal life you can incorporate into work? Have a transparent conversation with your leader Stop the grind What changed? Are you just bored? Or have you truly lost your passion

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Your job and career won't always make you happy AND there are pieces we can own Tips: Start with knowing what makes you happy Know that you deserve to have a job that makes you happy Have transparent conversations with your leader if you have that rapport Attend conferences, webinars, etc. to learn new things Push yourself outside of your comfort zone Do work you're proud of and want to share with others Do the work you're good at Strive for some semblance of a balance Celebrate your wins Go after what you want Let your confidence shine Set boundaries where appropriate Don't wait until the next thing to find happiness Get / find the support you need Align yourself with the culture that you enjoy To support the show: Paypal: paypal.me/stephdennis13 Anchor: https://anchor.fm/careertalk For show notes go to: http://stephdennis13.com/category/careertalk/ To work together: listentocareertalk.com For the Google Survey: https://goo.gl/forms/PToleX38QgQ4EPaz1 To connect: Instagram:

Be grateful for all the options!! Tips: Self reflection Think about the long term Strategic vs. tactical Interested in many things? What type of work makes you happy? Is there a rotational program you can be a part of to try various roles? To support the show: Paypal: paypal.me/stephdennis13 Anchor: https://anchor.fm/careertalk For show notes go to: http://stephdennis13.com/category/careertalk/ To work together: listentocareertalk.com For the Google Survey: https://goo.gl/forms/PToleX38QgQ4EPaz1 To connect: Instagram: @stephdennis13 @careertalkpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/stephdennis13 We are written, produced, hosted and edited by Stephanie Dennis You’re awesome!! Go be your amazing self today!!! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/careertalk/message

We cover a lot in today's episode: Deeper dive into my why on the reason behind I do what I do Career coaching now available! Overview of packages Job searching update 10 tips to stay focused while job searching For career coaching packages, go here: listentocareertalk.com New apps / websites I found or talked about: Adia Flex Jobs Also talked about UpWork Bumble  Bizz Workew.com Facebook Groups Tips to Stay Focused While Job Searching: Clarity on what you want Daily list of goals Ongoing list of sites that you find helpful List of contacts you want to reach out to / have reached out to Share what you're looking for on LinkedIn, if appropriate List of agencies you want to / have reached out to Track 'what I accomplished today' at the end of each day Accountability partner Set aside time - focused, uninterrupted time Implement a daily activity to keep you positive To support the show: Paypal: paypal.me/stephdennis13 Anchor: https://anchor.fm/careertalk For

It's probably going to be fine. However, if it's not, accept that as a lesson learned. Tips: Ask good questions Take 2-3 minutes and read the company's about page If asked a question you can't answer because you didn't prep, own it Send a thorough follow up that shows you did your homework after the interview Stay confident Be early to your interview Build rapport with who you are interviewing with Be genuine and authentic To support the show: Paypal: paypal.me/stephdennis13 Anchor: https://anchor.fm/careertalk For show notes go to: http://stephdennis13.com/category/careertalk/ To work together: listentocareertalk.com For the Google Survey: https://goo.gl/forms/PToleX38QgQ4EPaz1 To connect: Instagram: @stephdennis13 @careertalkpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/stephdennis13 We are written, produced, hosted and edited by Stephanie Dennis You’re awesome!! Go be your amazing self today!!! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/careertalk/message

Constant change is not easy. Can feel like a rollercoaster ride. Sometimes we will feel like we want to tap out and get off the ride. I get it!! Change can come in many ways: Corporate transformations Acquisitions Mergers Re-structure Re-org Layoffs Hiring freezes New leadership Pay increase freezes Opening and closing offices Hyper growth Lack of structures / systems Tips: Deep breath Re-focus Set up ways to remind yourself of #2 Try to understand why all the changes are happening Make your skillset known Stay the course Offer to help Be genuine and authentic Pause, slow down, reflect Evaluate - with all the changes, is this still a good fit for you? Keep positive / upbeat / optimistic Take the opportunity to learn new things Determine if you want to or need to set up new goals / change course Talk through and resolve any issues or struggles Understand if what you are measured on, your KPIs, are changing or staying the same Recognize when you've hit

It is not cool. Been there. There was a guy who made more than me, which made it feel worse. Tips: Take a deep breath Decide, we have 3 options Leave it alone Ask for more Leave for a better paying job Do your research Create a plan to stay engaged and motivated Figure out if you want to approach your boss or your HR team Decide what range you'll be happy with Take time to feel the feels During your conversations: Focus on you, your qualifications and what you bring to the table Keep it positive and upbeat Know your stuff Be confident Don't: bring up specifics about your colleagues What you need to know: You are amazing You deserve to be compensated fairly You are worth it To support the show: Paypal: paypal.me/stephdennis13 Anchor: https://anchor.fm/careertalk For show notes go to: http://stephdennis13.com/category/careertalk/ To work together: listentocareertalk.com For the Google Survey: https://goo.gl/forms/PToleX38QgQ4EPaz

We are going to be talking about my story and what I've been doing since I learned my contract was unexpectedly ending early. First 24 hours: Got news Within 1 hour, on a team call to make the announcement Processed Cried Wine and pizza with a friend HTGAWM Downloaded job search apps on my phone Updated resume Created UpWork profile LinkedIn - turned on 'open to new opportunities' Wine and chill Weekend: Relax Process Research job openings Research UpWork Set up job alerts Monday: Work Network Ask people if they know of any opportunities Email the team I support to let them know Started transitioning work to the new person Told friends Applied to roles Starting rowing Tuesday: Told more friends Applications UpWork proposals Website recommendations Phone apps Posted podcast to LinkedIn Wednesday: Asked LinkedIn network if they had any leads We Work Remotely website Applications Rest of the week: Applying To support the show: P

Landing your first job can be exciting and also stressful! Key points: Know what you're looking for Create a great resume Awesome cover letter Prepare for every interview Crush your interviews Amazing follow up Good to know: Should have some sort of experience Any classes that you did what job you want to have are relevant Use LinkedIn - episode on 9/25/2017 can you help you here You will have an entry level job Manage your expectations around compensation Resume episodes: 9/29/2019 8/21/2017 5/8/2017 3/13/2017 2/20/2017 11/14/2016 Applications: 3/7/2019 6/26/2017 Cover letter: 10/2/2017 Interviewing episodes: 10/3/2019 9/19/2019 8/6/2019 4/25/2019 2/28/2019 8/28/2017 7/24/2017 5/22/2017 3/27/2017 1/30/2017 To support the show: Paypal: paypal.me/stephdennis13 Anchor: https://anchor.fm/careertalk For show notes go to: http://stephdennis13.com/category/careertalk/ To work together: listentocareertalk.com For the Google Surve

How to grow your career Know where you want to go Explore Talk to your manager Talk to others Raise your hand to take on more responsibility Learn new skills Make a change Can you teach someone / something? Network / ask around Find a mentor Get cozy with being uncomfortable Can you take on a part time gig or contract? Be smart with your spare time Follow your intuition Be ok with taking risks To support the show: Paypal: paypal.me/stephdennis13 Anchor: https://anchor.fm/careertalk For show notes go to: http://stephdennis13.com/category/careertalk/ To work together: listentocareertalk.com For the Google Survey: https://goo.gl/forms/PToleX38QgQ4EPaz1 To connect: Instagram: @stephdennis13 @careertalkpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/stephdennis13 We are written, produced, hosted and edited by Stephanie Dennis You’re awesome!! Go be your amazing self today!!! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/careertalk/message

A few tips: Don't overthink this too much Look professional, put together and feel confident Ask the person helping scheduling the interview (coordinator, recruiter, hiring manager, etc) Good hygiene Let your personality shine! Ladies: Closed toed shoes Dress pants / skirt / professional dress Blouse Blazer if you'd like (professional) Hair  done Gentlemen: Closed toed shoes Dress pants Shirt tucked in Belt Tie (if appropriate - professional) Blazer (if appropriate - professional) Belt and shoes match Hair done What to bring to your interview: Notebook / portfolio Resume - several copies Pen To support the show: Paypal: paypal.me/stephdennis13 Anchor: https://anchor.fm/careertalk For show notes go to: http://stephdennis13.com/category/careertalk/ To work together: listentocareertalk.com For the Google Survey: https://goo.gl/forms/PToleX38QgQ4EPaz1 To connect: Instagram: @stephdennis13 @careertalkpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/

We have all made mistakes! Own it Is an apology necessary? Fix it Communication Course correct Re-group Don't beat yourself up Accept consequences Ask for feedback Reflect Share what you have learned To support the show: Paypal: paypal.me/stephdennis13 Anchor: https://anchor.fm/careertalk For show notes go to: http://stephdennis13.com/category/careertalk/ To work together: listentocareertalk.com For the Google Survey: https://goo.gl/forms/PToleX38QgQ4EPaz1 To connect: Instagram: @stephdennis13 @careertalkpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/stephdennis13 We are written, produced, hosted and edited by Stephanie Dennis You’re awesome!! Go be your amazing self today!!! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/careertalk/message

This episode is inspired by an article I submitted for on rewire.org, here is a link: https://www.rewire.org/work/turn-down-accepted-job-offer/ What to do when you have an accepted an offer but you just  got a call from another company that you were really interested in interviewing with. Were you already in process with this company? Comparing opportunities - what are the pros / cons? Can you rank them? Top choice? Why did they call? Interview? Offer? Follow up? Was there a delay? Was there a reason for that delay? Have you started the new job? Like it? Not yet? What role will be the better long term best career choice? Some people may ask, can this be avoided? To support the show: Paypal: paypal.me/stephdennis13 Anchor: https://anchor.fm/careertalk For show notes go to: http://stephdennis13.com/category/careertalk/ To work together: listentocareertalk.com For the Google Survey: https://goo.gl/forms/PToleX38QgQ4EPaz1 To connect: Instagram: @stephdennis13 @careertalkpodcast Facebook:

To do: Evaluate  Don't want to make a move to another dud  What do you like to do? And why? What do you dislike doing? And why? What have you loved about your past roles? What have you hated about past roles?  What kind of leaders do you like to work for? What kind of leader do you not want to work for? What type of team do you want to be a part of? What type of work are you looking to do? What sort of office environment do you want? What kind of corporate culture are you looking for?  How will you know you are happy? How do you want to feel in your new career? What do you need to know before you can determine something is a good fit? Income differential? Pros Cons  Risks  Research Are you qualified for this new role? What do you need to do to become qualified  What experience / skills do you need to get or acquire  Make a plan, a specific plan to close the gap  Network / ask questions  Make it happen  Be happ

It's hard to say for sure whether or not someone will get a job. However we can chat about the signs your interview went well! Positive signals the interview went well (should have multiple of these)  Recruiter or hiring manager re-aligns compensation with you The company follows up with you before you follow up with them  Asking when you'd be available to start  The team (usually recruiting) genuinely wants to hear your feedback  Company is trying to get you in for next steps ASAP  Asking for references  Explaining the offer approval process or background check details  Asked about your interest in the job  Asked if you have any other interviews or offers  Team gives clarity of role, responsibilities and day to day  You feel you're being sold to (company or role)  Your interview runs late  The person you followed up with actually responds to your email  Basic wording (you will vs you would)  Body language 

Consistent formatting (font, spacing, dates, titles, abbreviations, use of capital letters, city, state, headers, etc) Keyword brainstorm - ensure the right words are on your resume  Tools used - be specific (software, technology, methodologies, applications)  Rules / laws / guidelines - be specific and consistent  If with the same company, tuck all the jobs under the company name  Heading are consistent and make senes  No references  Specific numbers (sold X, saved X, increased productivity by X) Words you're using (manager vs leader; led a team vs subordinates)  Education - remove dates and GPA  Clients / customers / industries  If a contract role, list that  Contact info at the top - email and phone  Work experience is relevant and/or last ~10-15 years  Be honest  What's the goal of your resume  Who can review your resume and give you feedback? Resume matches LinkedIn Bullet points over paragraphs&nbs

To support the show:  Paypal:  paypal.me/stephdennis13 Anchor:  https://anchor.fm/careertalk For show notes go to: http://stephdennis13.com/category/careertalk/ To work together:  listentocareertalk.com  For the Google Survey:  https://goo.gl/forms/PToleX38QgQ4EPaz1 To connect:  Instagram:  @stephdennis13  @careertalkpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/stephdennis13 You’re awesome!!  Go be your amazing self today!!!  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/careertalk/message