In a previous post, I outlined the importance of writing your value proposition or “elevator pitch.” To recap, this is a short (30-second), prepared speech that addresses the questions, “Who are you?” and “What do you have to offer?” In Part One, I suggested writing down your top five work and personal accomplishments. Now, think about what you […]
Discovering Your Value Proposition – The Elevator Pitch, Part I
Have you written your elevator pitch? Otherwise known as your value proposition or a personal infomercial, this is a brief (some say 2-minutes, I like 30 seconds) introduction to you with a focus on what you have to offer. Â This technique is used all of the time in sales and marketing, and since your job […]
Enhance Your Linkedin Profile for Job Seeking
In light of the fact that linkedin has become a source of choice for people who love to hire passive job seekers (those who may not actually be seeking a new job), I thought it would be a good idea to remind readers to pay attention to your linkedin profile! First, a note on visibility…. […]
Top 5 Resume Do's and Don'ts
There is a lot to consider when writing your resume. You don’t want to miss an opportunity for an interview by offering a less than stellar result
Lost Your Job? What to Do Next
I’ve written about jobs predicted to have a rosy future in 2008 and offered suggestions of what to do if you think that your job is in jeopardy. But, what approach should you take if you have lost your job and you (and many, many others) are now seeking work in a flat economy? The first […]