
Switching Jobs
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- Switching Jobs
- More by Theodore Kingsley
- Copyright
- Table of Contents
- Book 1: How to Change Careers
- Table of Contents
- Introduction
- Chapter 1: Step 1 - Identify Your Skills, Strengths, and Interests
- Important Considerations
- What Is a Skill?
- What Are Your Strengths?
- What Are Your Interests?
- Bringing Skills, Strengths, and Interests Together
- Chapter 2: Step 2 - Consider Career Options
- Do You Need a New Career.? Or a New Job?
- Will You Need a New Education?
- The Top 10 Jobs for a Career Change
- Considering the Right Job for You
- Chapter 3: Step 3 - Spend Time Volunteering or Shadowing
- Research
- Contact the Company
- Prepare Questions
- Talk Logistics
- Start Shadowing
- Chapter 4: Step 4 - Take a Class
- Class Options
- Online Classes
- Choosing a Class
- Chapter 5: Step 5 - Choose What You Want
- Take a Career Test
- Network
- Weigh Your Favorites
- Remember Your Values
- Chapter 6: Step 6 - Get Your Credentials
- Degrees
- Licenses
- Certificates
- Certifications
- Chapter 7: Step 7 - Apply!
- Pay Attention to the Application
- Understand the Role and Apply to the Role - Not the Job Opening
- Speak to People Also Experienced in the Field
- Apply!
- Conclusion
- Book 2: How to Find a Job
- Table of Contents
- Introduction
- Chapter 1: Step 1 - Consider Your Skillset
- What Is a Skillset?
- What Are Your Skillsets?
- Developing Your Skillsets
- Chapter 2: Step 2 - Updating and Preparing Your Resume
- What Goes on a Resume?
- Respond to the Job Application
- Describe and Focus on Accomplishments (Not Responsibilities)
- Emphasizing Transferable Skills
- Focus on Abilities
- Ensure Social Media Matches the Resume
- Chapter 3: Step 3 - Consider the Kinds of Companies You Wish to Work For
- Consider Staff Turnover
- Consider Company Performance
- Consider Work-Life Balance
- Consider Company Culture
- Consider What the Company Offers You
- Consider the Purpose You Wish to Live
- Chapter 4: Step 4 - Start Planning and Make Your List
- Determine Your Career Goals
- List Your Strengths and Skills
- Brainstorm Choices
- Build Your To-Do List with Job Search Activities
- Create Your Job Application Strategy
- Organize Your List and Apply
- Chapter 5: Step 5 - Networking
- Do It in Person
- Offer to Help the Other Person
- Fight off Fear
- Patience is a Virtue
- Build the Relationship Before the Resume
- Don't Forget Online Networking
- Reach Out
- Chapter 6: Step 6 - Identify Your References
- Who Makes a Good Reference?
- Who to Leave Off the Reference List
- Asking Your References for Permission
- What to Do When Covertly Seeking a New Job
- What to Give the References You Choose
- Chapter 7: Step 7 - Apply for the Jobs
- Be Prepared
- Read ALL Instructions Before Beginning
- Be as Neat as Possible
- Be Honest
- Be Thorough
- Focus on What You Offer
- Be Concise and Clear
- Double- and Triple-Check for Errors
- Conclusion
- Book 3: How to Write a Cover Letter
- Table of Contents
- Introduction
- Chapter 1: Step 1 - Learn Cover Letter Basics
- Universal Letter Format
- Chapter 2: Step 2 - Brush Up on Style
- Excitement and Confidence
- Brevity is the Essence of Virtue
- Mission Statement
- Editing Tips
- Chapter 3: Step 3 - Know the Types of Cover Letter
- Network It
- Prospecting
- Inquire
- Value Proposition
- References Available Upon Request
- Safety First
- Front End Content
- Directed Pitch
- Short Emails
- Chapter 4: Step 4 - Find Out More About the Job
- Know Your Role
- Trends and Patterns
- Multifunction Letters
- Know Your Target
- Chapter 5: Step 5 - Polish the Over-all Style
- Always Upbeat
- Confident, Not Arrogant
- Good Weird Not Weird Weird
- Universally Desirable Skills
- You Do You
- Less Is More
- Don't Dream It: Be It
- Chapter 6: Step 6 - What to Avoid
- Ignore the Elephant in the Room
- Don't Overwork It
- Chapter 7: Step 7 - Special Cases
- Lack of Relevant Skill
- Come Clean
- Dream Job & Workplace
- Timing Is Everything
- Over-Qualified
- Is There a Future in It?
- Parenthood
- Conclusion
- More by Theodore Kingsley
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