Episode 50 – Marc works with Tim (not his real name) and takes him through the CareerPivot evaluation process, based on the Birkman Assessment. Description: In this episode, Marc shares Part 3 of 4 parts of the CareerPivot evaluation process. This is the Preferred Workstyles session, where Marc helps Tim understand his natural management style, […]
You’re Hired! Now What? – Targeted Job Search [Updated]
You’re Hired! Now What? You have just been hired for your dream job! Well, maybe not your dream job, but the next step in your career. You have followed all of the steps in the targeted job search. Before you read on, this is the sixth in this series on the Targeted Job Search. If […]
How to Move Abroad and Take Your Job With You – Part II
How to Move Abroad – Part II This is a follow-up post to the article I wrote for Flexjobs.com, How to Move Abroad and Take Your Job With You. I am writing this post from the patio of the Casita I am renting with my wife in Ajijic Mexico. Why are we doing this? The cost […]
Can Tim Repurpose His Career? Part 2 of 4 [Podcast]
Episode 49 – Marc works with Tim (not his real name) and takes him through the CareerPivot evaluation process, based on the Birkman Assessment. Description: In this episode, Marc shares Part 2 of 4 parts of the CareerPivot evaluation process. This is the second half of the feedback session, where Marc helps Tim understand his […]
Build Your Referral Network – The Targeted Job Search (Updated)
Your Referral Network About 85% of all jobs are filled through employee referrals. Therefore, it makes sense to build a referral network at every company where you might like to work in the future. Before you read on, this is the fourth in this series on the Targeted Job Search. If you have not read […]
Connecting with Recruiters – The Targeted Job Search [Updated]
Connecting with Recruiters is Vital In this social media connected world, recruiters have become the mesh that holds things together. Connecting and cultivating relationships with recruiters and other HR professionals is critical. Before you read on, this is the fourth in this series on the Targeted Job Search. If you have not read the previous […]
Can Tim Repurpose His Career? Part 1 of 4 [Podcast]
Episode 48 – Marc works with Tim (not his real name) and takes him through the CareerPivot evaluation process, based on the Birkman Assessment. Description: In this episode, Marc shares Part 1 of 4 parts of the CareerPivot evaluation process. This is the first half of the feedback session, where Marc helps Tim understand his […]
Research Your Target List – The Targeted Job Search [Updated]
Research Your Target List You need to research your target list and do not rely on assumptions, beliefs or rumors. You need to get the facts. This is the third in the series on the Targeted Job Search. To read the rest of the Targeted Job Search series click here. Step #2 in this process […]
Freelance, PMP, and Non-Profit Job Search Questions [Podcast]
Episode 47 – Marc and Elizabeth answer some of your career questions about finding freelance opportunities, degree and certificate requirements, and looking for employment at a not-for-profit organization. Description: In this episode, Marc answers questions with his trusty sidekick, Elizabeth Rabaey. You can learn about her career pivots in Episode 020. Listen in to this […]