People in Transition

VIRGINIA “GINNY” CLARKE is an executive recruiter with unparalleled skills and insights. Working with some of the world’s leading executive search firms and now one of the world’s leading technology companies, she honors the “art and science” of search and executes meticulously. A systems thinker, Ginny can deconstruct processes and behaviors to carefully assess organizational and individual capability. From there, she provides integrated solutions to affect change.  Ginny is known to be an expert in the area of diversity recruiting, not just because of her vast network of executives around the world, but for her profound understanding of how global talent must be assessed and optimally deployed in varying organizational and national cultures.In this episode, Ginny discusses many topics including”·        Competencies – it is less important about your experiences or pedigree and more on the behaviors/skills you have, just because you have done a role/task in the past does not mean you did it well, what are your aptitudes/abilities and how can you use/transfer them to a new role.·        You can improve any job interview by knowing what you want and why you want the position, help recruiters to connect the dots of your background with the position.·        Competencies level the playing field for all potential candidates.·        Applying for “800 jobs” is just like playing the lottery, you might be in it to win, but your chances are slim; be targeted and laser focus on what competencies are needed for a role and how your capabilities match up to them.·        So, you lost your job, the real story is how you handled it and what you did about it.·        You don’t network when you need something, you need to keep connecting throughout the year and pay-it-forward all the time.·        You need to believe in yourself – you own your future.This is a fun, information filled and useful recording.  I have known Ginny for many years – and I still always learn from her when we are together.  For more information, make sure you pick up her book, “Career Mapping” or her podcast, “Fifth Dimensional Leadership”.Send us a text

Brandon Schaefer is a corporate business strategist who uses data and technology to help entrepreneurs, CEOs, and startup founders, improve their sales processes, improve their client and prospect communications, and improve their lead generation campaigns. Brandon assists his clients in discovering the best ways to effectively manage their business processes, including leveraging employee engagement, social media marketing, content marketing, and network marketing.In this episode, Brandon shared several insights on changing jobs and life in general, including: You can write whatever “life book” for your self you want to – negative or positive – but remember, whatever story you tell yourself is the story you are going to believe. You general come across people when it is the right time to have them in your life. Persistence wears down resistance. If you have lost your job – don’t beat yourself up, don’t give up and don’t drive from the rearview mirror – go forward if even just step by step. You never know who will circle back into your life, some of my worst enemies have later turned into my biggest advocates – don’t burn bridges with anyone. Stop using words like should, would or could – they are not words that give you power.Brandon believes that if you let fear take you over, you will miss out on the magic that presents your next great opportunity.  He lives by the need to be true to yourself, showing up authentically and being  positive.  Enjoy this fast pace, energized and informative interview.Send us a text

This episode features Derek Lundsten.  Derek is an entrepreneurial CEO at LifeGuides, a transformative platform for conscious leaders and values driven cultures, and Executive Chairman of Scrimmage, a modern mobile learning, development and training technology firm with a global footprint. He leads and supports dynamic growth businesses with a focus on serving all stakeholders, using business as a force for good in the world. In this episode, listen to Derek share many useful job (and life) transition ideas:·       Sometimes, the best thing to do is just do something, because that first action leads us to a 2nd step, and then a 3rd step, and that is how you start your journey.·       You need to take charge of what your career is and what it is not, and then create an action plan to get you from where you are to where you want to be.·       Work is only one part of our lives – don’t let it rule you.·       Everyone has weaknesses – own yours and how to improve in that area.·       How you use your time and the focus of your energy in those time windows is a key separator for people.·       Health and well-being are a top priorities, but you must work on it – don’t think you can just let it happen.For me, my key take-away was Derek talking about how we need to be able to sit in those moments of discomfort (during our transitions) for the benefit of our own growth.  I hope you enjoy this episode of Derek Lundsten and share it with others who are going through a job or life transitions. Send us a text

What a great episode with Tim Spiker, leadership advisor and author.  He shared so many great lessons that he has learned through his years of research and his own personal journey.  Some key points from this recording includes:* Practice - plan - get ready - do this over and over - and then deliver* If you have lost your job - a critical first step is to forgive yourself - this is a key to your healing and to get rid of the anger and hurt you might be experiencing* Always remember, you are of value* The person who is responsible for your career is looking back at you in the mirror - by having this responsibility it means we can take action* When we lean into victimhood we also lean into hopelessness* Remember - you are more than your job, nothing last forever and always be authenticI hope you enjoy this episode as much as I did.  Please share with me your thoughts and comments on my LinkedIn site.  Thank you!Send us a text

Beverley Patwell is one of the world's foremost experts on organizational development and leading meaningful change/transition.  She is an author, coach and consultant.   In this episode, Beverley highlights when you are in transition, you need to CARE for yourself:C= be compassionate to yourself and othersA= adapt and figure out what you need to do and then execute the planR= follow a routine to find comfort and structure during this chaotic timeE= exercise, your mind, body and soulBeverley  gives us great advice on how to embrace change/transitions and the importance of being the best self you can.  I know her call to action on what you need to do during a transition will be helpful and even enjoyable.Send us a text

Justin Breen provides some tough, and direct, advice for people in transition today but, as you can hear in the recording, he  has a  great heart (clue of this big heart, his children playing in the background – just like many of us – this work arrangement is our new norm) and understands not everything is within our control, especially right now. Take a listen for solid lessons and takeaways from someone who deals with start-up companies daily and truly knows what it takes to be successful in today’s unique market. Key points include:  * How to find a job =  less talk and more action by the job seeker * If you lose your job - get over it, embrace it, and do something to find your next opportunity * Two keys to success: 1. Have the right mindset 2. Your network is a key to success * As you are using social media, find your tribe; the right people will then find you if you put yourself in the right places * Network = your net worth * Time is the great equalizer * We are always either winning or learningI think you will enjoy Justin’s passion, drive and determination.  Send us a text

This episode features Nita Butler who has personal experiences of transitioning from event planning to brand strategy to going back to school to become an HR professional.  She shared so many great transition ideas:·       Networking (even for introverts) can be made easier if you remember, what is the worst that can happen, the person does not respond – in which case, they are probably the wrong person anyway.·       The value in being a part of organizations to help in your transition.·       Don’t feel pressured to be someone you are not.·       The need to do what is right for you.·       Transitions are tiring – be kind to yourself – treat it like a job – but don’t let it take over your life.·       Getting to know what you don’t like is as important as knowing what you do like. Nita had so many great thoughts and suggestions.  My favorite thought that I wrote down and have it posted on my computer is, “Don’t be afraid to change, it is ok to be uncomfortable, good things can come from that point.” I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I did.Send us a text

This episode features Michelle Smith who has personal experiences of transitioning between jobs and now helps others make this change easier and faster.  Michelle coaches’ people who have lost their job due to COVID to:·       File for unemployment – you have earned it – use it·       Try to stay positive – yes, your life has changed – but you have not, and you will find that next great opportunity·       Give yourself a few weeks to grieve – you need to get this out of your system before you start to interview ·       Start to schedule your day – you need structure and focus so you can be effective in your search.You will learn about “dragon slaying stories” and the importance of them in your search, the importance of volunteer activities in your networking and the need to be a lifelong learner.Michelle is so real and vulnerable in sharing her own journey – I know you will be glad you listened to this episode and will be able to implement techniques she suggests immediately.Send us a text

Jason started out in life wanting to be a truck driver, but several significant trigger points changed his trajectory and today he is a trained psychologist.  Jason gave so many useful tips to deal with these uncertain times:the rule of reciprocity in providing support - sometimes you are going to need to be the speaker and sometimes the listenermaintaining an engaged workforce during these unsettling times - for every negative stimulus, we need to counter it with at least 5 positive inputsif you have lost your job, due to COVID or other reasons, remember it is not your fault, it does provide you with opportunity to reevaluate what your values are and what is important to you and then when you find that next opportunity - find the company that nurtures those valuesthe power of habits in our lives and how we can use them to our advantagethe importance of a constellation of people to help you with your brand managementwhat is an alter ego and how you can use it to bring the best out when you are under stress or your inner dialogue is negative.I think you will enjoy the warmth, wisdom and support Jason provides.  Enjoy!Send us a text

This episode is focused on helping college seniors move into their first job.  Thomas Goonan shares how to use a career center, professors and job boards.  He discusses how to make networking less of a dreadful activity, practicing for your telephone and in-person interview and using the S (situation), T (task), A (action) and R (results) in developing your story tool box to answer answer questions. Thomas shares that these are not normal times and that people are going to be stressed out during their job search - to recognize that this is normal.  But, he stresses, you have skills, character and a lot to offer so stay focused on your search activities.He leaves us with these key reminders:be confident - you are a young professional that employers are looking forbuild honest connections - be real and genuine and you will find your networkok to be stressed - your strengths will help guide you to the opportunities that are out thereI hope you enjoy this episode - please share it with new or soon to be graduates.Send us a text