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Job Interview Mishaps & How to Work Through Them

There are times in the job/career search that circumstances beyond your control takes over from your normal preparation process. Still do your best to prepare. As discussed in the video, you may receive a call for a job interview at the last minute, so you can do your best to take the best actions with a limited timeline.

You can still work through those “mishaps” by checking my audio series here.

Not every situation is perfect, nor will you have control over all the parameters surrounding your next interview but still do your best to prepare with this audio series.

Just wanted to share the excitement!!!!! The new book is going through editing now, you can pre-order my newest work “From Clueless Teenager to Consummate Professional” by going here.

Have career-related topic suggestions? Comment below or go here where you can leave me a voicemail or an email message with I respond within 24 hours.

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Sometimes, They choose another candidate…KEEP GOING!

In your career process, you go through the necessary steps of applying for jobs, getting called or email about the interview #1, then interview #2…then you wait…..and wait…..and wait….only to get the email or the call that they went with another candidate.

It happens to all job seekers and it’s part of the job search process. Not every job you #interview for belongs to you. This is the reason I encourage all of you to treat your job search efforts like entrepreneurs treat their lead generation process….just go through the numbers. Don’t take it personal, it is truly just business.

With the numbers game #mindset…you will have so many applications submitted, interviews being setup to attend, you will not have time to focus on the job you didn’t get. Just keep going and run through the number until you get the career opportunity you truly want.

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Exciting news folks….my new book is about 90% done and you can pre-order it by going to HERE and there’s a special gift for all those who pre-order the book.

If you have suggestions for career-oriented topics, then leave a comment or go here where you can leave me an email or voicemail message which will be returned within 24 hours.

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Life Makes Room for Actionable Career Goals & Dreams

You envision your life a certain way when you’re children by the time you actually get to real adulthood, the reality is sometimes far different.

Life also has a way of making room for goals & dreams you push yourselves to achieve. It’s not just about having #goals and dreams…it’s the #work and sacrifices made to pursue those goals.

Your #career goals & dreams are no different. If you’re ready to take control of your career path but need a specific blueprint for your DREAM, let’s work together to get that done here.

Have suggestions for career oriented show topics? Comment below or go here.

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Ignorance Cost Too Much…

I share my story about my work experience within an organization before starting my college & professional journey in #humanresources. Back then I had no idea how to navigate much less negotiate salaries for any #jobs or #careeropportunities. If you’re looking for help through this process and how it can truly benefit you, go here.

Want to suggest show topics or have general career related questions? Comment below or go here.

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Why Personal Credit is Vital in Your Career

You hear people talk about #personalcredit all the time in books, social media and business environments. Why is credit such a big part of success driven conversations? It affects what type of career & business opportunities you have access to and the ability to live in a decent environment.

If you have a teenager or young adult who you want to start their #careers and #econonic life successfully? Go grab the pre-order of the new book, From Clueless Teenager to Consummate Professional here.

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Have a #jobinterview coming up & need the right tools to prepare, go here

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Second Interview Coaching Tips to Get the Job

You know how nervous you get for the first interview, but your second #interview you must be strategic in your approach when you meet with this employer again.

If you have gone through any of my one-one-one #interviewcoaching sessions, then you will have notes from the first interview to use in the second interview. If you want to work with me one-on-one, then go here to start the process.

There’s some other tips discussed in the video, but ultimately, preparation and research is paramount.

If you have general questions about #careers #jobsearch and other related topics,go here.

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People will be People…Remain Professional

I know it’s hard to keep calm when hypocritical, lying, backstabbing #coworkers seems to be everywhere at work.I encourage you to keep being professional and positive in the face of opposition.

It’s not easy, but those type of coworkers are sowing seeds that comes back to haunt them later.Remain vigilant, remain professional.

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1. For Resume Creation or Reconstruction

2. For Career Tools Review & Proofreading

3. Need help with preparing for your next #job interview? Go here.

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Make Your DREAM Career Happen…No Excuses!

Career dreams don’t happen accidentally…they become reality when you work for it consistently!

Nobody is going to hand it to you on a silver platter…you must fight for our, make sacrifices and #pushpasscomfort when necessary.

Do you want to live your #dreamcareer? Let’s put your #career plan in place by going here.

Want to get started on your career plan first? Grab the FREE DREAM Career Guide, while it’s still FREE by going here.

Want to connect with me or suggest career related show topics? Leave a comment below or go here.

If you have ever been in a business or search for employment, you have heard the word “networking” thrown around as being an important part of your business development and job search. You are encouraged to attend networking events and polish off formulate your “elevator speech” to fire it at any human being within a 3 arms length away from you. The goal is to meet new people you hope are looking for your skills (for a job) or looking to do business with you.

What type of results do you think you will achieve with these events? What is your mental focus when you attend these events..just to place your business card in people’s hands or to truly make an authentic connection that lasts? Do you think the other attendees have the same wants and needs that you do? These are just some of the questions you should ask before even attending.

I recently started reading the book, Networking is Not Working by Derek Coburn which give a completely different perspective on networking in general. I learned that our mindset and intention when going to networking event is extremely vital to the efficiency of networking results. Every deliberate result starts with a thorough plan of action and purposeful execution, so your networking efforts should be no different.

When attending these events, go with the mindset of actually making a genuine connection with a few people and continue to keep in contact for mutually beneficial results. It is not always about what you can get from a person, but it is also what you can give that provides value to them personally and professionally. You must take the time to get to know their basics, by listening. I don’t mean just let people talk, I mean really listen. Listen for wants, needs, desires, wishes, voice tone, how they communicate about specific topics and their non verbal queues. You’d be surprised what people will divulge if you just really listen, then offer support. This is where true networking begins.

Networking can help you cross over into another industry and make connections you wouldn’t make otherwise. If you’re looking to make that transition and still don’t have a concrete plan, check out my FREE Resource while it is still FREE here.

If you want to suggest new career related topics on the blog or have general career related questions, go here.