Comments on: Are you a career coward? Your guide to changing careers!

By: Miriam Salpeter

Miriam Salpeter — Mon, 08 Jun 2009 18:15:05 +0000

Keith, Jennifer and Brea - Thanks for your comments! I am a bit biased, but consider hiring a job search professional to help you make those connections and get over the fear that is so pervasive with job hunters! Just think - for a few hundred dollars, you may be able to get to work weeks or months sooner than without help! That sounds like a terrific investment to me! Shawn - Thanks so much for your great ideas and advice! Readers should be sure to take a look at Shawn's book, Courting Your Career. I reviewed it HERE.

By: Shawn

Shawn — Mon, 08 Jun 2009 17:24:22 +0000

@Keith: it’s always hard to convince companies that you’re able to make a career switch–in fact, that’s why many people decide to pursue an MBA. However, your “link” reference is spot on. Start by looking at the job description. Then pull examples from your background that speak to the skills they’re looking for.

@Jennifer: one thing I suggest in my book, Courting Your Career, is to create a contact management spreadsheet. It’s a small thing, but it’s a great way to build structure around your job search while also allowing you to track the status of your applications and time your follow up.

@Brea: the best advice when relocating is to identify professional associations or networking groups in your new city. You can also check your college alumni database for fellow graduates who are in a specific geographic area.

By: Brea

Brea — Mon, 08 Jun 2009 14:23:19 +0000

This sounds like a book I could use right now as I’m actively looking for a new job opportunity since I’ve recently relocated. I want to make the right move and be sure that the next step I take is in the right direction.

By: Jennifer M-I

Jennifer M-I — Mon, 08 Jun 2009 13:58:13 +0000

As someone who was recently laid off, I could definately use this book!

By: Keith M.

Keith M. — Mon, 08 Jun 2009 13:29:50 +0000

This is a very timely blog post and I am very interested in reading the book.

What I find to be a major barrier in a career chang is finding the right vocabulary to make the “link” in people’s mind why my past experience and transferable skills make a compelling reason for my entry into a new career path.

I hope this book will provide a solution.