Dr. Twanna Carter, ICF/PCC, MTM’s Post

I ❤️ my job. Yesterday, I had the honor of presenting a special session for the ElevateHER Collective by Rebecca M’Marete-Muriuki, and I’m still buzzing from the positive energy. This group of accomplished women brought thoughtful insights and powerful questions to our Advanced Job Search Strategies session. We discussed how there’s no quick fix or AI shortcuts to break through a crowded hiring process. What it really comes down to? Building genuine, human relationships—because humans are in charge of hiring, not ATS systems or AI robots. If “networking” scares you, I get it. But it doesn’t need to be sales-y or pushy whatsoever. It means making an intentional mindset shift from asking for something (a job) to building an authentic relationship (through common points of connection). Instead of a stressful job search filled with nonstop job applications…it can actually be fun! And that’s worth getting excited about. ……………………………………………………………… 🔁 Repost if someone else needs to hear this. Want more real career talk?🔔 Ring my bell, follow my posts & never miss a thing. #careercoach #careeradvice #womenleaders #careerdevelopment #EmpoweredByAnne

The single most important quality that will make or break your chances of a promotion 👇🏼👇🏼 Your executive presence. Your executive presence is the difference between whether you get promoted for your performance or for your potential. Here are 3 things you can do today to start building your executive presence: 1. Stop blending in and wear what makes you feel most powerful. 2. Cut the minimizing language and communicate more assertively. 3. Make tough decisions without seeking permission. What else would you add? #pinkcareers #womenleaders #careeradvice

Starting this zoom session in 5 mins https://lnkd.in/dWTr4fnj

How to Effectively Advocate for Yourself at Work… Self-advocacy in the workplace, it's a topic I am passionate about - so much so that I made it part of Kickass Women’s mission statement. I started Kickass Women with a mission to 𝙚𝙢𝙥𝙤𝙬𝙚𝙧 𝙬𝙤𝙢𝙚𝙣 𝙨𝙥𝙚𝙘𝙞𝙛𝙞𝙘𝙖𝙡𝙡𝙮 𝙩𝙤 𝙗𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙞𝙧 𝙢𝙤𝙨𝙩 𝙖𝙪𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙞𝙘 𝙨𝙚𝙡𝙫𝙚𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙗𝙚𝙨𝙩 𝙖𝙙𝙫𝙤𝙘𝙖𝙩𝙚𝙨 𝙞𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙬𝙤𝙧𝙠𝙥𝙡𝙖𝙘𝙚 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙗𝙚𝙮𝙤𝙣𝙙. I want women to be confident in who they are, to go after their goals and passions, and to speak up for themselves and what they want. I’m happy to share ③ ways you can advocate for yourself at work and grow your career, which are: 𝗧𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗼𝘄𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 What I mean here is taking an active role in your career. No one is going to care more about your career than you will. Reflect, map out, and action on your career goals. Seek out opportunities and resources that align with your goals and serve the career you want. 𝗠𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝘀𝗲𝗹𝗳-𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 Self-promotion is just that, an art. One way to do this effectively is documenting and surfacing your contributions to your manager/leadership and tying them back to impact and results. Be mindful of your audience when self-promoting and focus on the content and data that they will care most about. Self-promotion isn't just about you, it's about the value that you provide. 𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 This means being mindful, strategic, and deliberate in how you boost your personal brand and gain exposure. Look for ways where you can speak up or share your thoughts, at work (company blog, chats, conferences) and online (LinkedIn, personal website). Not only will people get to know you better, but you get a chance to exemplify what you want to be known for and the value that you bring. When you do these three things, self-advocacy can help you to: ✔ Showcase your value and impact ✔ Brand yourself and stand out ✔ Get visible and gain recognition ✔ Set you up for career advancement If you're not already doing these things, what are you waiting for? …🥾🦺👷♀️💫🌸 . . . #careers #weeklytips #feedback #selfadvocate #beyou #iamofvalue #reminders #jobs #development #careeradvice #women #jobtips #leadership

Unveiling the Biggest Career Lies In the maze of our professional journeys, it's all too easy to get entangled in the webs of self-doubt and misconceptions. Let's debunk the biggest lies we tell ourselves in our careers and pave the way for a more empowering mindset with Mad! #DevelopMAD #Beautyindustry #careergrowth #professionaldevelopment #growthmindset #opportunities

It's fascinating to observe how Gen Z is navigating the job market with their unique set of challenges and strengths. They're facing stiff competition, grappling with experience gaps, dealing with AI mopping up entry-level positions, and confronting perceptions about their work ethic. Yet, they're not backing down. Instead, they're leveraging their distinct values and skills to make a mark. This begs the question - are employers doing enough to adapt to Gen Z's needs? Are we, as leaders, creating an environment that not only accommodates but also celebrates their unique perspectives and abilities? We need to foster a culture that transcends traditional work paradigms, one that is inclusive, flexible, and values-driven. It's time to rethink our strategies, to not just attract but also retain this dynamic generation. What are your thoughts on how we can better adapt to meet the needs of Gen Z and unlock their potential? Are there any innovative practices your organization is implementing to engage with Gen Z? Would love to hear your insights. #GenZ #JobMarket #FutureOfWork #LdrX

If you feel stuck or overlooked at work, it can feel like 'where on earth do I start to change things? Where do i even begin?' I'm not one for inspo memes of waterfalls with motivating slogans. I'm a bit more pragmatic and specific than that. Here's where you begin. Find someone you trust at work. Could be your manager. Could be a peer. Could be someone else. Ask them one question: *What do you appreciate about working with me?* And let them tell you. Don't interrupt. Just listen and make notes and BELIEVE THEM. Because they will be telling you a whole lot of your strengths that you probably take for granted. And you need to hear that not everyone takes those things for granted. It was a conversation like that which moved me to what I do now. It felt very good to hear a list of strengths. It will feel good for you too. And with that boost, you will feel more able to ask more people and build and even better understanding of your strengths and where you could go next in your career. #professionalwomen #pharma #gendergap #genderequity

🔥3 Key Habits of Highly Successful Career Women 🔥 1️⃣ They Don’t Wait For Permission: They decide to be the leader and strategist they want to be and don’t wait for the job title or their boss to give them the responsibilities. 2️⃣ They Spend Time On Leaders Work: Women who spend their day doing low level admin and operational work feel like a low level admin and operational person. They also create an unhelpful personal brand as everyone else sees them as a low level and operational person. Then they get sidelined for leaders jobs. 3️⃣ They Sell Themselves The Right Way: Big jobs with big money are available and someone gets them. Women who don’t know how to sell themselves always undersell themselves. Selling yourself the right way is the fastest route to climb the career ladder and make more money. Master these 3 habits and see how fast you elevate your career 🚀🚀🚀

Looking to excel in today's dynamic work landscape? Turbocharge your career trajectory using this simple formulae.   Purpose-Driven Success: Discover the game-changing impact of aligning your work with your passions.   Adaptability Mastery: Thrive amidst workplace changes with strategies tailored for the modern era.   Strategic Networking: Uncover the secrets of expanding your network strategically in the digital age.   Skill Supremacy: Equip yourself with a dynamic skill set to stay ahead in the ever-evolving job market.   Change as an Asset: Learn to turn workplace changes into opportunities for personal and professional growth.   Ready to be a career catalyst? 🔗 Let's connect on this special FB: https://lnkd.in/gKQ6Y6Jx   #CareerSuccess #ModernWorkplace #CareerCatalyst #ProfessionalDevelopment #BlueprintForSuccess #CareerExcellence #SkillSpecialization #ProfessionalGrowth #SuccessJourney #CareerMotivation #careeradvancement #careerdevelopment #careerboost #ppmm #barajbhushan

Experiencing Career Roadblocks? What's Real and What's in Your Head? We have all had times when we have felt like we were banging our heads against a brick wall. It's interesting to look back at those times and reflect...Were those barriers of my own making or were there truly barriers impeding my career progress? The answer probably lies somewhere in between... In this episode, Judith Beck and I  are joined by the incredible Denise Garth, Chief Strategy Officer at Majesco.  Denise is one of the Top 50 women in SaaS in 2020 and one of the 10 women in Fintech to watch in 2022. Who better to talk about smashing through career barriers? Here is the ground we cover: 🔴 Barriers – Real or Imagined? What kinds of roadblocks have you encountered in your career, and more importantly, were they legit or just mind games? 🔴 Inner Grit - We'll explain how to muster that inner strength when you find yourself in a situation that calls for serious barrier-busting. 🔴 Head Games - Ever wonder if the biggest hurdle is the endless chatter inside your head? We'll get into the nitty-gritty of that. 🔴 Off the Beaten Path - Exploring the idea that sometimes the path less taken can lead to some amazing places in your career journey. #breakingbarriers #career #gettingahead #everysteppodcast