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I’m sure we’ve all seen the same news headlines about organizations conducting layoffs. Or noticed people on social media channels saying that they’re looking for a new opportunity. I don’t want to say that a job search is a regular activity, but people do look for jobs.
Whether you’re currently employed and considering a move or unemployed and definitely looking, being a job seeker is tough work. So, I wanted to share some resources that might help. I’ve known all of them for years and admired their work as being very relevant for today’s job seeker.
The Job Hopper is a substack written by Alison Doyle and Jen Luckwaldt. The site includes career advice, job search tips, and FREE career tools. Some of the topics discussed include “Where to Get Financial Help When You’re Unemployed” and “The Benefits of a Quiet Job Search on LinkedIn”.
Office Latte Podcast hosted by Erin Kennedy talks about new ways to navigate your career. Episodes include topics like skills-based hiring (from a job seeker perspective) and dealing with toxic people at work. Kennedy is a certified executive resume writer and career consultant.
HR Meg is Meg Martin SHRM-SCP, a human resources practitioner turned career strategist. Human resources professionals know what hiring managers are looking for and Martin uses her expertise to help people get jobs. Her blog tackles conversations like how to control the narrative that you’re overqualified and understanding your job offer letter.
Hannah Morgan is the Career Sherpa, a nationally recognized author and speaker on job search strategies. She is the author of the book, “The Infographic Resume: How to Create a Visual Portfolio that Showcases Your Skills and Lands the Job”. And her blog includes topics like using artificial intelligence in job search. Oh, and be sure to check out my podcast episode with Hannah where we talk about managing your career.
Lisa Rangel’s Chameleon Resumes site includes FREE classes on job search and updating your LinkedIn profile to get more attention during your job search. Rangel is regarded as a top executive resume expert and has shared her knowledge on Forbes, CNBC, Business Insider, and Fortune (just to name a few).
Miriam Salpeter is a social media strategist and consultant for job seekers and entrepreneurs. She has appeared on such major media outlets as CNN, The New York Times, ABC News and NBC News (to name just a few). Also, she is the author of six books including “Social Networking for Career Success” and the “Vault Guide to Networking”.
I believe each one of these resources has something unique to offer. You can bookmark this article and their websites to help you with your job search now … or possibly later. Maybe even share it with a friend or colleague that’s currently a job seeker.
Looking for a new opportunity is hard. A few years ago, I wrote an article about the “7 Skills You Need to Conduct an Effective Job Search”. The skills are still necessary today. Knowing your goals and staying focused are key.
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