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As an executive resume writer, I get a lot of calls from eager job seekers with job postings in their hands, asking if I’ll write them a resume in 24 hours because they ‘need it right away.’ There are resume writing services that do, but I am not one of them. The reason I do... Read more »
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I recently joined a running group who meet up twice a week to develop our running strategies, increase endurance and improve our personal times. 10 minutes into our long run one Sunday morning my coach, Duncan told me to slow down.“Wait, what? Slow down? Why?” The more I thought about it the more I realized... Read more »
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900+ delegates from associations, private practice, government funded programs and academia came together to learn from one another and share best practices at Cannexus, Canada’s largest professional conference for career practitioners. Cannexus17, for me, was all about collaboration; sharing and learning about the latest innovations in our industry so we can take top strategies back... Read more »
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It is a busy time of year at ProMotion Career Solutions. We are seeing more and more resumes in need of our expertise. Here are a few missed opportunities we have noticed in some of the resumes sent our way. These simple tips may help you with one of your upcoming applications. 1. Don’t be... Read more »
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My husband John was through most of his deployment in Afghanistan in 2007 when we met in Rome for an unforgettable holiday together. It was during that time that we jokingly decided we were going to sail the Mediterranean in retirement. Not long after this, I sat beside a civilian colleague at a military function (Let’s... Read more »
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If the thought of returning to a mediocre job after an amazing summer adventure is keeping you up at night, you’re not alone. Our phone has been ringing off the hook with calls from people interested in finally getting serious about leaving their unfulfilling job. There are just a few things you’ll want to take... Read more »
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Last summer, after returning to Canada from a four-year overseas posting to Belgium I reached out to my network from the NATO community to examine the challenges they faced as they began to consider transitioning from a military to a civilian career. The survey was originally conducted to help gain specific insight into their needs. I... Read more »
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A week. It takes me a week to write a robust resume tailored to you. Every client project I take on takes 40 hours of my attention to complete. Let me tell you why… What is taking so long? Before we begin working together, I have my work cut out for me. Nobody knows you... Read more »
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I hand out a lot of free advice. Why? I have studied career development strategies for 15+ years! I know this stuff inside out. I also know many people struggle to make basic career decisions. So if I can help, I will. Today’s tip comes from an application a friend asked me to review. Before... Read more »
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A person I don’t know recently asked a question in an online group. He asked about different ideas or suggestions on how to find work. Here’s what I recommended: Question Hi, I am a Veteran (Naval Electronics Technician) from the Royal Canadian Navy. I specialized in internal and external communication systems and fluent in repairing... Read more »
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According to a recent Globe and Mail article “58% of Canadians believe that advances in technology will create mass unemployment.” You know what contributes to mass unemployment? People who do not or will not adapt to an ever-evolving economy. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is not going to steal your job. You’re going to let it take your job.... Read more »
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OODA Loop A few years ago I had the pleasure of working with a fighter pilot. He introduced me to the concept of the OODA loop. I really like this acronym because it’s directly applicable to career development and how to be successful in career transition OODA stands for Observe. Orient. Decide. Act. The fighter... Read more »
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