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Most people have heard of S.T.A.R. (Situation, Task, Action, Result) when it comes to writing, particularly for how to write resume bullets. You may also have heard of the C.A.R. (Challenge, Action, Result) style, which is very similar. Whichever one you choose, the main goal is to use a style that
In this episode, Ann and Marcelle welcome guest Jasmine Escalera to talk about how to tap into self and figure out what we want. Some highlights: Breaking out of cultural expectations for women Who we are and what do we need in the workplace When is it time to burn it all down Listen
If you’re not using job alerts to send jobs directly to your inbox, you should be! Why? It saves a lot of time and headaches. You can easily scroll through an email that sends you a set of aggregated job postings versus scrolling endlessly through postings on different job sites. The sites we mo
In this episode, Ann and Marcelle welcome guest Ryan Klang to talk about his journey from foreign service family member to civil service employee. Some highlights: How to process constant change Learn how to pivot in career and accept risk Be open to new opportunities
Do you know those conversations you have where you come away feeling super energized? That's how I felt after talking with Christina Van Houten , co-founder and CEO of Equity Quotient . It turns out we both went to Georgetown University, but the real reason I reached
In this episode, we welcome returning guest Naomi Hattaway to talk about why succession planning is part of a healthy organization. Some highlights: 🧷 People leave jobs - you should be planning for it 🧷 Stay interviews help teams identify strengths 🧷 Communication is everything Listen on
In this episode, Ann and Marcelle welcome returning guest Danielle Droitsch to talk about how to empower your career path. Some highlights: 🙃 Up to 70% of folks feel disengaged at work 🌍 You can change your world 📣 The stories we tell about ourselves Listen on your favorite podcast app -
Here's how a client went from getting no hits from recruiters on LinkedIn to many. ✅ Fill out your profile as completely as possible. Do not ignore the About section and maximize your Headline. ✅ If you're not currently employed, create a dummy job listing because recruiters search for people wit
In this episode, Ann and Marcelle welcome a mystery guest to talk about the hard reality of a layoff. Some highlights: It's normal to grieve after you've been let go from a job How to take back your power Build a schedule for yourself and include fun stuff Listen on your favorite podcas
I see a lot of mid- to senior-level resumes. My most common takeaway: “Your resume doesn’t show the strength of your background.” Even though you’re often not applying through regular online channels, you must make it clear that you have the skills required for the level you’re targeting. I’ve w
In this episode, Ann and Marcelle welcome former client Susannah Fox to talk about leaning on your network for help in the search process. Some highlights: Building relationships is part of your job Let your network help Take a hard look at what you're unwilling to compromise on and stick
People are talking about how the job market isn't great these days, but here is some good news. "The U.S. added 254,000 jobs last month, according to nonfarm payrolls data released Friday morning by the Labor Department, the biggest month for jobs growth since March. That smashed average eco
Career B*tches is BACK!!! In the first episode of season 5, Ann and Marcelle talked with new UMBC grad and job seeker Katherine Brungard . While she's starting out in her career, so many of these tips apply to EVERYONE, no matter what career stage you're in. Some highlights: 📌 The job search pr
This is an old video but it still applies today. I'm hearing from so many people who are disappointed with their job search. Have you taken a close look at what you're doing? If you're sitting behind the computer shooting off application after application, there
When interviewing, how many examples do you give in answer to a question? I coached a client for an interview for her ideal job. She got the job offer and is still there today. Here's how she did it and how you can too! Listen here Photo credit: Christina, wocientechchat
With the dynamics of the workforce rapidly shifting, companies need to consider modifying their practices to reflect different work arrangements. Development plans. As an organization, you need to ensure your managers are establishing clear development plans for their employees – remote or not. W
If you're making a pivot in your career, consider your tradeoffs. What is most important to you? job fulfillment salary level flexibility Listen to career success coach Danielle Droitsch's advice on how to think about your tradeoffs.
My family of 5 and dog (not the one pictured above!) departed Lithuania after 3 years and will soon head to our next assignment in Panama. The feeling is bittersweet. The hardest part of this lifestyle is leaving good friends and familiarity behind, and starting over in a new country with a differe
If you're struggling to figure out what's next for you in your career or job, here are some questions to ask yourself. This may help you figure out not only what you enjoy doing, but the skills you like to use and want to keep using. From there, you can figure out types of jobs and companies to ex
Here's some great news! "You don’t always need a bachelor’s degree to find a great career that’s also flexible. A growing number of companies accept skills and experience in place of a traditional degree for a variety of jobs across many career categories." Read the full article Pho
What's the deal with AI-generated resumes? Should you use AI to build your resume or not? According to a 2024 Resume Genius survey , AI-generated resumes top the list as the number one red flag when it comes to screening candidates. 53% of hiring managers have r
I took a chance. When my husband was offered a position with the Foreign Service over a decade ago and we said yes to moving around the world every few years , despite our first child having just been born. When I launched Career Valet the following year from Uzbekistan to continue my
When it comes time to apply to schools, write your resume, or a performance appraisal, what should you include? It's not so easy to figure out what matters or to remember to write these things down, but regularly tracking your successes will save you TONS of time later. Your fut
"Job descriptions are vague. How do I know if the job title and job itself are a good match for me?" Here are two things to be aware of and one tip that could be a game changer for you when it comes to knowing what's worth applying to and not. Listen here Photo credit: Andre
“When 625 hiring managers were asked to identify the biggest red flags in job candidates in a poll this year by Resume Genius, AI-generated résumés topped the list—higher than long employment gaps and having no measurable achievements." Read The Wall Street Journal article Photo credit: Ale
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to live and work in another country? More people than ever are living and working outside the country where they were born. For many, the move to a new country is permanent; for others, it may be a temporary stay for a year or two. Listen here Photo