Career change and job search advice often goes like this: “Figure out what you want to do. Identify titles of jobs that might be a good fit. Apply for those jobs.” That advice might have made sense in the Mad Men era. Today when you follow that advice you’re more likely to be dead in […]
Career Change
[VIDEO] Midiife Career Strategy Tip #5: Careers Come In Five Flavors
Career change often calls for taking some intermediate steps along the way. During a job search it’s tempting to look for “just a job,” but the truth is the flavor of your job will influence whether it’s right for you at this time. At some point in your job search or career change, any of […]
Career Change: Are you truly eager to escape the corporate cubicle?
Nearly every week I talk to someone who is REALLY eager to get the hell out of Dodge. They’re usually experienced senior executives. They want to become self-employed, and sometimes they NEED to take action because they anticipate layoffs, downsizing and their own daily frustration. So why haven’t you escaped yet? You need your benefits […]
Video: Career Advice getting you down? Here’s why …
During a career change or job search, you’ll get LOTS of advice – often discouraging, frustrating and just plain bad. At the same time, you need information. Every career consultant will encourage you to network and talk to lots of people, including people you meet at parties. So how do you sort this out? How […]
Midlife Career Strategy Tip #2: Why Job Titles DON’T Matter
Whether you’re experiencing a career change or a job search, you’ll find yourself considering job titles. Careers operate differently than in the “Mad Men” era. Job titles don’t serve the same function, which is why career tests often can be extremely misleading. Watch this video and don’t forget to leave a comment:
Career Change Is A Family Affair (Especially When You’re Moving)
Q: “I’m really eager to move from my midwestern town to a major city on the East Coast. The problem is my elderly mother. She doesn’t want to move. I want to spend time with her but I really need to move or resign myself to limit career options later.” A. This one’s tough. I […]