There are
brave moves you can take to change the landscape of how you are conducting your career search. You'll be taking steps you may have been avoiding, but I assure you that they will become natural with practice.
Reaching out to your network and new connections may be a new routine for you, then navigating communication to build relationships that will matter may be new challenges, but they are necessary for your future career.
Think about it, if you're applying online, dependent on recruiting systems, and finally get an interview, you're already at a disadvantage compared to candidates being considered from a referral or introduction.
They have an endorsement, you made it through an ATS.
They showed that they're connected and know how to leverage their professional relationships, and taking the lead in their job
search.
It's time for you to leverage new skills that will generate the career activity you need.
DEMONSTRATE THAT YOU ARE AN OUTSTANDING LEADER
Although it appears easier to send in applications, you will be more effective in finding your next position by communicating your value and making your expertise known to your network. That's called positioning.
And, the best way to demonstrate why a company should invest in you is by meeting with decision makers who understand the value you bring to the table. You meet them through networking and asking for conversations.
Reaching out to your network and new connections may be a new routine for you, then navigating communication to build relationships that will matter may be new challenges, but they
are necessary for your future
career.
THIS IS HOW YOU LAND MEETINGS WITH HIRING MANAGERS
Strategic Research: Focus first on your current network and who can introduce you to the companies, industries, and roles where your expertise creates measurable impact. Research the specific challenges at the company and the trends---how can you impact them? Here's a tool that will help you navigate conversations.
Identify your Value
Proposition clearly and confidently. Can you explain what you do to make an impact and what 's you're exceptional at? Use this VALUE PROPOSITION WORKSHEET. You need to know this, be convinced of the value you offer and positioning your expertise to be the right resource. Knowing your value is key to finding hidden opportunities that are not even posted.
Build Your Network Intentionally: Connect and have conversations with decision makers, peers, and influencers in your target space. Connections are the first step, but conversations
lead to referrals and introductions.
Know Your ROI: Quantify your impact with data and outcomes. Leaders who can demonstrate their
return on investment stand out from those who simply list capabilities. Use this HOW TO PRESENT YOUR ROI TOOL to make it easy to justify why hiring you is a good investment.
Take Strategic Action: Every conversation, connection, and outreach should result in actions by you and your connection. What are the next steps for each of you as resources for each other? Who else in their
network can they introduce you to?
Leadership in your job search means taking ownership of the process, not waiting for
systems to work in your favor.
Schedule a complementary call with me and you'll see—it will have an impact on what your next career steps can be that you have control over to create new opportunities. Don't wait for them to show up.
On our call, don't expect high pressure, expect a relationship-building conversation with immediate actionable steps that will help your career.
