A research report from Apollo Research Institute gives us a crystal ball for looking towards 2020. “Future Work Skills 2020” I like the way this report takes the major global trends and matches them with the skills workers need to thrive now and going forward. Its very useful for the many people needing to re-skill,Continue reading “A Crystal Ball – Skills for Now and the Future”
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“Future-Proof” Employee
In IBM’s report from interviewing over 1700 CEOs around the world three main themes emerged for the most successful organizations. At the highest level, none are news to us. But going deeper there are some critical nuggets worth exploring. I’m focusing on “Build future-proof employees.” Because emerging capabilities are hard to define, hiring and equippingContinue reading ““Future-Proof” Employee”
Should You Make a Lateral Move?
Its not unusual for us to make horizontal career moves. They may be a good strategy for a variety of reasons, the best of which is to gain knowledge and skills that will lead to your upward goal. If your company is in a slow growth mode and promotions are stagnant, then a lateral moveContinue reading “Should You Make a Lateral Move?”
I Just Want a Job, “Money and benefits; I don’t care about anything else” Part 6 of 6
I just need the money and benefits. I don’t care about anything else. In this series I’ve been addressing some responses I’ve received from people asking for help in their job search. Its beyond frustrating for people in all fields and age groups. For too many it isn’t about furthering a career, they just wantContinue reading “I Just Want a Job, “Money and benefits; I don’t care about anything else” Part 6 of 6″
I just Want a Job, “No One is Hiring” – Part 4 of 6
The companies in my area that would hire me have all gone out of business. While many, many businesses have closed their doors, other doors are opening if you know where and how to look. Are you still looking for jobs using the same job title you’ve had for years? Are you only looking forContinue reading “I just Want a Job, “No One is Hiring” – Part 4 of 6″
I Just Want A Job – Part 3 of 6 – Translation, please
I have experience and skills – why can’t they see that and just hire me? Think of yourself as a shoe. Are you a running shoe, a fashion boot or a rugged sandal? What size are you? Employers see resumes and candidates and they have to have a way to determine if they are theContinue reading “I Just Want A Job – Part 3 of 6 – Translation, please”
I Just Want a Job! Part 2
In this series, I’m tackling some of the frustrations of job seekers I hear. “I don’t want to call strangers and ask for a job.” That’s right. You don’t call strangers. Even effective “cold calling” begins with having something or someone in common with the person you are contacting. When we hear the name ofContinue reading “I Just Want a Job! Part 2”
ISO:Purple Squirrel – Resume Breadth & Depth
Does your resume broadcast breadth or depth of your skills and and experience. Your years of work experience – do you highlight doing the same thing for a long time (stamina and perseverance) or illustrate being able to use your skills and knowledge in a variety of situations and settings? Employers read your work historyContinue reading “ISO:Purple Squirrel – Resume Breadth & Depth”