Whether you’re a consultant, small business owner, or an employed service provider I can’t think of a reason for not using LinkedIn as a channel to market and promote your expertise and brand.
For a start it’s free.
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I’m not breaking any secrets when I say that people generally find talking about redundancy quite difficult. The same applies to jobs that didn’t quite work out.
It’s not so much that it ‘looks bad on the CV’. It’s more of a problem when it comes to talking about it at interviews and meetings.
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Recruiters aren’t just for Christmas, or Valentine’s Day, or when you’re looking for a job.
Perhaps you feel the same. Getting a bit fed up with recruiters only speaking to you when they want something?
Trouble is we’re all time poor and trying our best.
Let’s forget about that and spread a bit of love today – just for fun!
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Pancakes are simple and satisfying and that’s just how you should feel about creating your CV.
Trouble is they get overly complicated or overlooked and they end up with too much information or not enough.
I've created a simple recipe for you to follow so that your CV doesn't end up as flat as a pancake!
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In fact, that’s the very last thing you should do.
Yes, seriously!
Speaking to a recruiter to find out ‘What’s out there?’ might whet your appetite, but it should only play a small part in your career campaign.
Whether you’re between roles or you’ve outgrown your current one, try leaving the recruiter bit until later.
You've got work to do first.
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Are you thinking about rebooting or upgrading your career this year?
Maybe it’s been on your mind for a while – you’re just waiting for the right thing to come along. Problem is the opportunities at your level are few and far between and it seems that other people are getting the roles that have ‘got your name on’.
You know there are factors out of your control but surely there’s something you can do to improve your luck?
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Have you ever considered working with a career coach?
How about if I put it a different way?
Have you ever considered working with someone that will help you to shape your career and who knows the ins and outs of the recruitment industry and your sector? Someone who will help you create an eye-catching CV and teach you how to improve your pitch to recruiters and companies?
Chances are you haven’t and I think you could be missing a trick.
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When you’re thinking about your career and considering your next move how do you go about finding the best company for you – and what do you base that decision on?
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There are so many recruiters and executive search consultants out there it’s no wonder people get confused. Who to trust?
There are loads of great consultants out there – it’s just a case of finding them amongst the masses.
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Candidates are often disappointed by the service they receive from the executive search and recruitment industry. And when service doesn't meet expectations, the complaints begin.
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When I asked style and confidence coach Loulou Storey for her tips on how to create a great work wardrobe, where to shop, and how to put together a great look for an interview, she said to start with the clothes that you already own.
She's down-to-earth and practical. I like her type of advice.
“Start with your knicker drawer.”
“Get rid of three things a day.”
“Go shopping with a list.”
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The recruitment industry is saturated. And with the huge rise in competition has come the race to deliver candidates faster and cheaper.
Even firms specialising in quick-fire placements are under pressure to deliver shortlists faster to compete. It's hit the search firms too. But whilst competition is obviously healthy, it should never come at the expense of good recruitment.
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