Find Your Dream Job: Insider Tips for Finding Work, Advancing your Career, and Loving Your Job Overcoming Obstacles with Optimism: Rikki Thompson’s Job Search Success Story
May 5, 2025
Rikki Thompson, People and Development Manager for Soho House Portland, shares her inspiring journey after being unemployed for seven months. She discusses the importance of maintaining optimism and creating a supportive network in a new city. Rikki explores unique job-hunting strategies, including positive affirmations and engaging with mentorship. She emphasizes resilience during challenging times, illustrating how authentic relationships and community involvement can lead to successful job placements.
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Rikki's 7-Month Job Search Story
- Rikki Thompson shared her journey of being out of work for seven months while relocating to Portland and finding a creative, people-centric job.
- She found Soho House by networking and staying true to her career and personal values, leading to a successful interview and job offer.
Power of Networking in Job Search
- Networking in a new city is crucial; building genuine relationships opens doors to job opportunities.
- Use introductions from trusted contacts and reach out proactively to meet like-minded professionals.
Build Relationships, Not Just Jobs
- View meetings with industry contacts as relationship-building rather than immediate job offers.
- Cultivate ongoing connections with people, recruiters, and contacts to increase hiring chances.