Let’s be honest: being laid off feels like someone pulled the rug out from under your career—and then had the nerve to ask you to still land on your feet. If you’ve recently been laid off, I want you to hear this loud and clear: it’s not the end of your career—it’s a forced pivot … Continue reading Career Planning 101: How to Set Yourself Up for Success Post-Layoff
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DMs That Work: How to Approach Recruiters and Mentors Online
Let’s be honest—sliding into someone’s DMs can feel awkward, especially when it's for professional reasons. But in today’s digital world, a well-crafted message can open doors to job opportunities, mentorship, and career guidance you might not find elsewhere. Whether you’re reaching out to a recruiter for a job or a mentor for guidance, the key … Continue reading DMs That Work: How to Approach Recruiters and Mentors Online
💰 Understanding Severance Pay: What You’re Entitled To & How to Negotiate the Terms
Losing a job—whether expected or not—is tough. But before you walk away from your employer for good, there’s one critical conversation that many professionals skip or feel too afraid to navigate: severance pay. Understanding what you're entitled to and how to negotiate your severance package can mean the difference between a rough transition… and a … Continue reading 💰 Understanding Severance Pay: What You’re Entitled To & How to Negotiate the Terms
The #1 Mistake Laid-Off Professionals Make & How to Avoid It
Let’s just rip the Band-Aid off real quick: the #1 mistake laid-off professionals make is doing absolutely NOTHING. Yep. I said it. After the “We regret to inform you…” email hits your inbox, many folks go into what I call The Layoff Funk™: Sleeping in way too late Binge-watching shows that don’t pay your bills … Continue reading The #1 Mistake Laid-Off Professionals Make & How to Avoid It
Freelance or Full-Time? How to Decide Your Next Career Move After Your Layoff
So… you just got laid off. Fun times, right? Nothing like an unexpected “we appreciate your contributions, but…” email to really boost the self-esteem. Now you’re staring at your computer, wondering whether to jump back into the 9-to-5 grind or finally take the leap into freelancing like you’ve always said you would. Well, before you … Continue reading Freelance or Full-Time? How to Decide Your Next Career Move After Your Layoff
Why Job Boards Are Failing You & What to Do Instead Especially After a Layoff
Job boards like Indeed, LinkedIn Jobs, and ZipRecruiter are often the go-to resources for job seekers. You upload your résumé, hit “Apply” on dozens of job listings, and wait for responses that never seem to come. Sound familiar? If you’ve been relying solely on job boards, you’re likely experiencing frustration, ghosting, and an overwhelming sense … Continue reading Why Job Boards Are Failing You & What to Do Instead Especially After a Layoff
Job Interview Basics for Gen Z: Do’s and Don’ts
Alright, Gen Z, let’s talk about job interviews—because let’s be real, getting ghosted by a recruiter is worse than leaving someone on read. Whether it’s your first job interview or your tenth, you need to walk in (or log in) with confidence and strategy. Employers want to see that you’re prepared, professional, and ready to … Continue reading Job Interview Basics for Gen Z: Do’s and Don’ts
How to Setup Your ZipRecruiter Profile – Job Search
https://youtu.be/36l7W08wlfc In these days of layoffs, career changes and overall economic landscape, use job boards to help your job search. This video is to help you get your #ZipRecruiter profile setup to obtain immediate access to job and career opportunities. If you still need to have your resume reviewed to help it market you better … Continue reading How to Setup Your ZipRecruiter Profile – Job Search
MentorShelly’s Main Focus
https://youtu.be/zhzGQCxtRkk I wanted to make sure the information provided on this channel is helping who it was intended to help and focus on the important aspects of #career development #interview coaching and maintaining your #career journey with a #success mindset. The goal is to help you soar in your career whether you are starting out … Continue reading MentorShelly’s Main Focus