Tag: Personal Branding

Recruitthebest Daily Digest- Asking For What You Want

by Bright Osadiaye, posted in Health & Well-Being, Improve Academy, Leadership, Management, Personal Development, Workplace Learning Report

‘Hiring managers expect you to negotiate. Done respectfully, it can both increase your earnings and enhance your relationship.’

‘Even if presented with a good offer, sleep on it. Chances are there is something extra- a sign-on bonus, additional vacation time, flextime- that will benefit you.’

‘There are many perks that put money into your pocket at the end of the month in addition to base salary. Understand which are meaningful to you.’

‘As a Switcher, you may need to take a hit on compensation; however, don’t let that one factor override all the positive gains that come with the career change. Money is the only one piece of the larger career-switch puzzle.’

‘Choosing between two solid offers can be difficult. Consider multiple factors such as your direct boss, longer-term opportunities, and company culture when deciding.’

‘Failure is a learning opportunity that is par for the career-switch course! Get up, dust off, and keep on moving forward.’

‘Branding and networking are ongoing activities for professionals. Career management isn’t an occassional event. Find ways to micro-network and make brand deposits to strengthen your reputation in the market.’

‘Take time to slow down and evaluate how your actions are influencing your career goals. There may be things you can start or stop doing that will have a major impact on your success.’

‘Don’t forget how you got where you are. Keep your eyes open for chances to help others attain career success. None of us are successful without the support of others.’

‘Focus on the value you bring to the job rather than the experience you don’t have (yet!).’

‘Clarity comes through action!’

Source:

Dawn Graham (2018). Switchers: How Smart Professionals Change Careers and Seize Success

Recruitthebest Daily Digest- To Find A Great Job, This Is For You (2)

by Bright Osadiaye, posted in Health & Well-Being, Improve Academy, Leadership, Management, Personal Development, Workplace Learning Report

‘Stepping out of the workforce is not unusual. The difficulty of making a switch as you’re reintegrating will depend on the length of time you’ve been away, your profession and skill set, and the strength of your network.’

‘We are always serving our primary goal. If you’re not getting what you want, chances are you are making comfort or short-term gratification your primary goal, and whatever you think is your true goal is your secondary goal.’

‘You’re always communicating your brand, consciously or not. You need to be intentional and cognizant of the messages you’re relaying, so your audience starts to recognize a brand that aligns with your new career path.’

‘A key part of your brand is your USP (Unique Selling Point), which differentiates you from others with similar skills in a way that is of value for audience.’

‘Your BVP (Brand Value Proposition) describes how you solve your audience’s pain points. It’s also your guidepost for how you choose to express your brand.’

‘Every candidate has potential red flags. The trick is not to dwell on these. Instead, focus on your strengths and the value you bring.’

‘Hirers care about three things: abilities, fit, and motivation. While each has its place, Switchers can have the most advantage over traditional candidates on the latter two.’

‘Your Career Story is what will convince the hiring manager to pull the trigger and make the offer. It should be attention-getting, compelling, logical, and genuine.’

‘How you communicate, including the words you choose and the timing of the information, will make a difference to convince the hirer to take a risk. Practice your messages to ensure you connect with the interviewer.’

‘Keep perspective. The job search is an inherently tough process, but that’s what makes landing your switch to awesome!’

‘Your Career Story isn’t just an afterthought; it’s the information that will seal the deal.’

Source:

Dawn Graham (2018). Switchers: How Smart Professionals Change Careers and Seize Success