Dream Job Blog
Our insights, advice and best practices on job search strategies, professional development and growth mindset.
4 steps to kick off your job search
Did you make resolutions or set goals for 2020? Was one of them to get a new job? If so, you’re not alone. According to a recent survey by CareerBuilder, more than 30% of employees plan to change jobs this year.
5 telltale signs to know when it’s time to leave your job
Do you remember when you first started your job? You were probably excited and a bit nervous — wondering if you could even do the job. It probably feels like a lifetime ago. And you’ve not only learned how to do the job, but also mastered it.
Networking is more than a skill — it’s a practice
I’m reading “Give and Take” by Adam Grant — I’m only 20% into it, but am already loving it. The premise is that we’re takers, matchers or givers and what that means in terms of building a successful career. It turns the idea of “nice guys finish last” upside down. Adam pioneered research on leaders across a wide range of research that shows extraordinary results from givers.
How Carrie landed her dream job and upleveled her career
Ten years ago, Carrie was in a group online chat hosted by the Vice President of a Fortune 50 tech company. The VP asked her 200+ colleagues, “If you could do anything you want, what would it be?” While most of her colleagues focused on a new process or program within the department, Carrie wrote that “I would work in the gaming division and create educational games that help accelerate learning for children with special needs.” The VP immediately engaged with Carrie and encouraged her to follow her dreams.
Set yourself up for success in 2020!
“Most people overestimate what they can do in one year and underestimate what they can do in ten years.” — Bill Gates
New dreams for the new decade
I just attended a Full Moon Blessing event — which did not involve any levitation or sacrifices : ) — but rather focused on closing out the decade and setting intentions for the experiences we’d like to have in the next decade: 2020 – 2030.
Success starts with gratitude
One of the most common questions we get is how long will it take to land a dream job. It’s a difficult one to answer because our clients typically fall into one of two paths when it comes to their job search journey: the relatively linear one and the one filled with twists and turns. I recently took stock of our clients from the first group and noticed commonalities that contributed to their speedy success.
The write way to landing your dream job
One of my childhood heros was Laura Ingalls Wilder. She’s the author of the series “Little House on the Prairie.” I read all her books and watched all the TV shows — multiple times. I was in awe of the adventures and tragedies of a young girl growing up in the Wild West. She inspired me to write — starting my first journal when I was six.
5 tips for hiring a great resume writer
After reviewing thousands and writing hundreds of resumes, I’ve come to this profound conclusion: it’s freakin hard to create a good resume. While I don’t believe the resume is the most important piece to a job search, it is often the asset that makes the first impression. So it’s critical to have one that captures and highlights your key responsibilities, accomplishments, strengths and skills.
Make your dream job come true
I’m thrilled to announce the release of The Dream Job Catcher Course!
Until now, our course has only been available to clients in our coaching program. Based on their feedback on how essential the course has been to their job search AND the hundreds of requests we’ve received—we decided to share it with the world.
Midyear review of resolutions
2019 resolutions in review JULIE CHASE | JULY 11, 2019 Happy midyear! It doesn’t sound as festive as “Happy New Year, but it should be celebrated. It’s a milestone to reflect on what you’ve learned and accomplished this year. It’s also a perfect time to assess your...
Turn fear into excitement!
Most of our clients dread networking. They build it up as a daunting and uncomfortable activity—that is a means to an end. Some of them admit they get anxious when meeting new people or when asking for help. And this is when I get excited…because I get to teach them something new—something that will change their life!
Take the first step to landing your dream job
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