Where is everyone at in their careers at the moment? - Where you want to be? - Not where you want to be? I've had so much change go on this past year (well 2-3 years really), but a ton over the past 2-3 months my head is still spinning 🚣♀️ The market is looking tough out there at the moment. There appears to be a lot of jobs, but also seeing an increase in redundancies .. What's your thoughts? your plans? I currently have a limited number of weekly free 15 minute 121's available throughout the remainder of this year (Nov & Dec). I'm looking to help as many people as possible whether you need some guidance on a specific topic (cv, job searching, interviews etc) or you just need a ear to vent. Here is my calender if you would like to book in one day next week (available by telephone, zoom or a coffee if your local) : https://lnkd.in/eFvZ2CD3

Here I share a high-level overview of a widely used interviewing method - Behavioral Event Interview! #interviewingskills

📢 Check out this fascinating interview on digital organizing with the experts at We & Goliath! Learn about cutting-edge methods to maximize your impact online: https://lnkd.in/guJxKJQP @WeandGoliath

🔹 Times have changed - here are a 4 quick tips on how to best be prepared for VIDEO MEETINGS during this time.. 1. Prepare as you normally would ie. thoroughly! 2. Practice speaking “to the camera” - this allows you to connect properly with your audience 3. Pay attention to lighting! This is often overlooked with people often appearing dark in the foreground and bright in the background (back-lit). Purchase a cheap ring light to place on the side of your monitor that lights up your face evenly. Alternatively use a desk lamp or move to a spot in your house where you are more evenly lit. 4. Test your technology setup a few times before you start! There is nothing worse than technical glitches that slow down the momentum and detract from your perceived professionalism and capability!

We are thrilled to announce the launch of our new website section dedicated to the 30th CIBP CONGRESS! This informative website showcases the invaluable insights and key moments of the event providing a comprehensive database of the recorded sessions, presentations, photos, etc. The intention is to offer a virtual journey through the knowledge we were grateful to share all together. Key features of the website: ·        Topics: Explore the video presentations on the four topics that defined the Congress. ·        Speakers: Discover all the contributors who participated in the various sessions. ·        Presentations: Explore the presentations that enriched the interventions. ·        Photos: Take a look into the vibrant moments captured at our event. ·        Highlights: Access key insightful interventions referenced by brief summaries and a detailed glossary. ·        Videos: Check out the recorded sessions of the 1,5 days. ·        Interviews: Discover what our guests had to say in short conducted interviews. ·        Polls: Dive into the different Mentimeter polls results of the 1,5 days of the Congress. https://lnkd.in/eUjBJDz9

📢 Check out this fascinating interview on digital organizing with the experts at We & Goliath! Learn about cutting-edge methods to maximize your impact online: @WeandGoliath

I've been working with a client who is currently looking to transition into a different industry.   He has experience working in this industry, but his most recent few experiences do not necessarily align well with the roles he's interested in. I've been meeting so many of you who are going through a similar career transition, so here's what we did to help him land interviews and an upcoming final round:   👉 Built out his vision for the type of work he wants to do and set guardrails for the total package he wants (role, company, industry, salary, etc.) 👉 Tailored his resume and cover letter to these specific roles and built out his interview story to help explain his transition 👉 Prepared for key behavioral and technical questions then practiced with mock interviews and tweaked his skills as needed   I saw a HUGE improvement in his ability to tell his own story throughout this process making his transition extremely clear.   His confidence and calmness while interviewing improved greatly as we attacked his limiting beliefs and fears as he hadn't interviewed in a while.   By the end of our preparation sessions, he was interviewing beautifully and could answer without any sign of nerves or lack of confidence.   I was excited to hear that in his most recent interview for his ideal role, he excelled and they invited him onsite for a final round.   It has been a pleasure to see this client's transformation in such a short period and I can't wait to hear back when he has his official offer in hand.   If you're looking for a new role and haven't been successfully getting interviews or securing offers, or if you're trying to transition into something different and don't know where to start, book a discovery call with me to discuss where you're at and where you'd like to go: https://lnkd.in/g5r4yTVB

Thinking of speaking at a #tech conference? That's what Kirstine Boyd had in mind at last year's workshop! (spoiler: she did 😉) Join us TOMORROW evening for a (completely free) workshop at Rapid7 to learn about a great application, and (of course) have a bit of fun doing it. Here's what we've got on the agenda.... - How to come up with things to talk about. 💭 - How to pick a conference that suits your topic, and a topic that suits your conference. 🎯 - How to structure your proposal to convince people it's worth coming to see. 🏗️ - How to write a bio that's more than just your CV. 📝 https://lnkd.in/empAccxE #CFP #CallForPapers #Conference #NIDC #BSides #ServerlessDay

Job searching sucks... There, I said it. 🎤 Drop. Ever felt like your job search is a full-time job with zero pay, questionable benefits, and an HR department that never calls you back? 😅 Swipe right on resumes. Left on rejection emails. Repeat. Oh, the joy of crafting yet another cover letter. Just once, I’d love to write one that says, “Hi, I’m amazing. Hire me. Let’s get on with it.” ☕️ 😡 Workday 😡 Interviews? It’s like dating but worse. “Tell me about a time you handled a difficult situation.” Uhh, you mean like hunting for a job in this market? You mean like cramming some inane story into how I saved the world? 😬 And the questions they ask! “Where do you see yourself in 5 years?” Hopefully, not still looking for this job. 😂 But here’s the kicker: despite the grind, the rejections, and the awkward Zoom calls, there’s hope. 🌟 I’m here to remind you that you’re more than just a list of skills and experiences. You’re a powerhouse of potential waiting to be discovered. Sometimes, all you need is a little push, a sprinkle of guidance, and a lot of laughs along the way. Ready to transform this tedious process into a journey of self-discovery and career triumph? Let’s make it happen together. Book a complimentary 30-minute session with me. Trust me, it’ll be way more fun than writing another cover letter. 😉 https://lnkd.in/eKxjf3ry #JobSearch #CareerCoach #LetsDoThis

I cannot stress the importance of these tips enough! Don't take virtual interviews for granted or treat them "less formal" than an onsite interview. Here are 14 videoconference etiquette tips to help you make the most of them.