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What's the best advice a recruiter can give, in terms of being perpetually well-prepared for future job searches? For me, it's two-fold, though they work hand-in-hand. I. Nurture your name. II. Nurture your network. If you build a good reputation for the work you do, and you're always growing the sphere of individuals that know you, it'll exponentially increase your ability to recover during lean economic times and leverage your position during an active search moving forward. It doesn't even matter your profession. Whether you're in construction, finance, IT, et al, etc., the above applies. Nurture your name. Nurture your network...

Claim Your Free LinkedIn Profile Audit (Expires in 8 hours) Everyone tells you that you should optimize your profile. They tell you it is even more important than your CV. Your profile acts like a Sales Rep always on duty. All the free guides out there are good but they are very general. The only way to go about it, is to hire a specialist. But they can charge you anywhere between $200 to $5000. But I know that not all of you can afford it. So for the next 8 hours (premium service for first 60 mins) I'll give you a free profile Audit. Here's how to get yours: + Repost this post. + Comment "Profile Audit". + Comment anything specific you need opinion on. I will then tell you: + 1 good thing about your profile. + 1 thing that needs immediate changing. + 1 unique point that you can use to identify yourself. I did this 3 weeks ago and the response was overwhelming. Many people couldn't get the chance to get the Audit. So this is because of their requests. Remember, I won't be making your entire profile. Just giving you some solid actionable advice. P.S. What do you struggle with the most right now?

Arrogance is the silent killer to winning. You: “They don’t really know what they need – we’re the experts, so we know better.” You: “We’ll shower them with our credentials and examples of our work.” You: "Our company will stand out because we're different. We have great customer service, computers, good reports, etc." Yes, you may be proud of your credentials. And yes of course! 一Expertise is key 一Experience is key 一Good reputation is key But the big question is: 一What does the client want and need? 一What’s important to them? 一What do they expect to see in our bid response? Your bid or proposal response is like a job interview. The job posting says to submit a resume and cover letter in person with no calls please. And you email and call them, repeatedly. Guess whose application is going at least to the bottom of the pile? It’s the same thing with your bid or proposal response.   If you focus on talking about yourself, ignoring client’s instructions then you lose it.  Because the ultimate yardstick is the RFP or tender document. It’s not about being fancy and sophisticated. It’s about meeting client needs as well as RFP requirements and instructions. -------------- ➕ Follow Claris Zimbiti for more content like this. 🔔 Ring the bell at the top right of my profile so you don't miss out on new posts

How to Professionally Say I Totally Forgot About Your Email Forgetting to respond to an email can happen to anyone, but it's important to handle the situation professionally and maintain credibility in your relationships. Here are 37 Alternative ways to Professionally Say I Totally Forgot About https://lnkd.in/dqpcNmq9

Your role and mine In my consultancy/professional work, I usually propose something based on what I hear from you regarding your issues and concerns, requirements, needs, challenges, pain and gain, ... etc. etc. So, this step is usually based on your inputs, and the resulting proposal from my side will be composed accordingly. I will explain in my proposal the "WHAT & WHY" aspects of what I am proposing; what it is exactly and why it should be interesting, relevant and beneficial to you. Ask me anything about the 'what and why' and I will do my best to answer your question, cover the details as much as possible and clarify any doubts/mysteries you may have There remains one big question that I will not answer, so it is better not to ask it anyway, and this big question is regarding the "KNOW-HOW" associated with what I am proposing. How will you do it ? is kind of a forbidden question and will not be answered anyway, simply because of 2 reasons:- 1- The "how-to" is the core of the proposed consultancy/professional service, and cannot be given away for free 2- The "how-to" is where details lie, and as we know "devil lies in the details. What really counts more is the outcome/deliverables/results you will get from executing the proposal, more than how this will be done. It is your right however to learn about the overall methodology that will be adopted, your role, duties and responsibilities, and level of engagement expected from. Along with other execution details, it is expected that you will acquire the necessary trust level that we both need to establish in order to proceed with the consultancy/professional service we are proposing. Next, in a subsequent posting, I will address the remaining elements necessary for successful execution of the proposal. Stay tuned !

Your role and mine In my consultancy/professional work, I usually propose something based on what I hear from you regarding your issues and concerns, requirements, needs, challenges, pain and gain, ... etc. etc. So, this step is usually based on your inputs, and the resulting proposal from my side will be composed accordingly. I will explain in my proposal the "WHAT & WHY" aspects of what I am proposing; what it is exactly and why it should be interesting, relevant and beneficial to you. Ask me anything about the 'what and why' and I will do my best to answer your question, cover the details as much as possible and clarify any doubts/mysteries you may have There remains one big question that I will not answer, so it is better not to ask it anyway, and this big question is regarding the "KNOW-HOW" associated with what I am proposing. How will you do it ? is kind of a forbidden question and will not be answered anyway, simply because of 2 reasons:- 1- The "how-to" is the core of the proposed consultancy/professional service, and cannot be given away for free 2- The "how-to" is where details lie, and as we know "devil lies in the details. What really counts more is the outcome/deliverables/results you will get from executing the proposal, more than how this will be done. It is your right however to learn about the overall methodology that will be adopted, your role, duties and responsibilities, and level of engagement expected from. Along with other execution details, it is expected that you will acquire the necessary trust level that we both need to establish in order to proceed with the consultancy/professional service we are proposing. Next, in a subsequent posting, I will address the remaining elements necessary for successful execution of the proposal. Stay tuned !

Overcome your resistance to ask for help. ❌ Pride ❌ Feeling needy ❌ Feeling awkward ❌ Making others feel awkward ❌ Don’t want to take advantage of others When I was unemployed in 2015, my network was in sad shape. I didn’t ask for help. It took me six months to find my next role. By isolating myself, I was only applying on line. Rejections lowered my self-confidence. Here’s how you can gain comfort with asking for help. 1. Build the relationship. ✅ Discover other’s goals and interests ✅ Ask what they are excited about ✅ Ask when it will happen. ✅ Follow up By showing you want to learn about the other person, they will be more open to helping you. 2. Use this template to discover how others can help Situation + Interests + Open ended question Here’s an example. I’m considering leaving education and interested in meeting former teachers to learn what worked for them. Who do you recommend I connect with? By asking the open ended question, the person will give your question more thought. They will offer what they feel comfortable sharing. When will you set up a call so you can work toward your goals? ________________ Want to use your networking time more effectively? Develop your networking strategy. Join me on December 1st, 12pm Eastern. After completing this workshop, you'll: ✅ Create your career mission statement ✅ Identify where your target audience is ✅ Develop your request for help Sign up using the link in the comments.

I have seen a lot of #transitioningservicemembers posting lately about being "open for work" or "looking for their next opportunity", but they only have 65 contacts, 115 contacts, 368 contacts... "Low first-degree connection counts" is the number one reason that you're not getting traction on your job search. (see the comments for some research in this area) Gus Lawson is offering to help you overcome that. In addition to the great advice in this post, he's also offering a workshop to help you move forward on your networking journey. Expanding your professional network is an active process - one that requires thought and energy. Overcoming inertia during your transition can be a difficult and daunting task. As for help and seek out those who are helping. I highly recommend Gus as one of those people. #veteranshelpingveterans #veteranjobs #militarytransition #militaryspouseemployment

When is the best time to jot down your job and career achievements? Precisely when they occur. What’s the best approach for jotting them down? A win log. Here’s one to get you started. Creating a "Win Log" is not just about recording successes; it's a strategic tool for self-advocacy during job reviews and discussions about career advancement. By detailing your achievements and their impact, you're not merely boasting—it's about ensuring your contributions are recognized and accurately assessed. This proactive approach prevents the oversight of your hard work and underscores the value you bring to the team and the organization. It empowers you with tangible evidence of your professional growth, making it easier to articulate your value during negotiations, whether for a raise, promotion, or new job opportunity. Ensure your win log is detailed, quantifying the impact of your achievements where possible to strengthen your case for career advancement. Here’s a link; just copy the doc and start tracking! https://vist.ly/verp