Issue 331 | January 14, 2021

"Sometimes in the winds of change we find our true direction." - Author Unknown

Our clients are dealing with so much today – professionally and personally. Being the helpers that we are, we might forget that WE are dealing with all these things as well ... on top of being the sounding board for our clients (and many others in our lives who value our helping skills).

What are you doing to take care of yourself? Yes, you! I invite you to hit “reply” and share it with me to help remind yourself to do it.

One of our colleagues, Deb Squire, wrote to me and shared how much value she gained from listening to a recent Career Confidante radio episode where Teena Evert shared tools for us to use when working with clients experiencing trauma.

It is a powerful session with tools we need today ... just a “click here” away (free!).

For additional support, I invite you to join our career professionals Facebook group – open to all career services providers – where you can connect with colleagues, share, and ask questions.

If you have other resources for ways to take care of ourselves or resources you guide clients to when they are struggling beyond career work, please reply and share them and we’ll start compiling them on a public page.

Please take a moment to fill your own cup today!

CERTIFIED PERSONAL BRANDING STRATEGIST
Only 2 Spots Remaining
Starts January 21, 2021

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RESUMES & PROFILES FOR THE COVID ERA: GAPS, GIGS & OTHER UNRULY WORK HISTORY
Interactive, Problem-Solving Session!
February 4, 2021

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CTL NEWS & EVENTS 
  • Certified Personal Branding Strategist – Only 2 Spots Left!
  • Resumes & Profiles for the COVID Era
  • CTL Associate News & Opportunities

INDUSTRY NEWS & RESOURCES

      • Job Search: Top 100 Companies to Watch for Remote Jobs in 2021
      • Diversity Hiring: Recruiting’s Response to Inequity
      • Leadership: Good Leadership Is About Asking Good Questions
      • Mindset: Unbreakable Mindset: The Secret to Finally Making Change
      • Work Trends: 2 in 5 Workers Plan to Resign Based on Employer’s Handling of Coronavirus Pandemic

      CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR COLLEAGUES
      • Colleagues Earn Prestigious Credentials

      UPCOMING TRAINING & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

      CTL & RWA Events

      • How to Coach Clients to Confidence, Even in the Face of Barriers
      • Trend Tuesday Live
      • Certified Personal Branding Strategist Class
      • Resumes & Profiles for the COVID Era
      • Academy Certified Resume Writer Course
      • Certified Career Transition Coach

      Partner Events

      • Asperger’s/Autism Employment Coach Certification
      • Virtual Trainer Program
      • Virtual Coach Program
      • Career Ninja

      Help spread the word. Share this with a colleague who is passionate about being up to date on all things career!

      Did you miss an issue of Career Trends Happy Hour?
      Read all past editions online!

      JAN 21 | Certified Personal Branding Strategist Course Begins – Only 2 Spots Left

      Are you ready to finally have the tools and confidence you need to:

      • lead clients through more transformational engagements?
      • articulate a unique value proposition to stand out in a crowded coaching market (and help clients stand out from their peers)?
      • have a repeatable process and structure so you can focus on each client and know every client will get outstanding results
      • attract more ideal clients and make more money with a done-for-you, customizable personal branding strategy business?

      If so, then it’s time to become a Certified Personal Branding Strategist!

      After the CPBS program, you'll sound and feel like an expert, exiting the spiral of constantly hunting new clients at a low price point with your new, long-term value proposition that converts your ideal clients.

      In the Certified Personal Branding Strategist program, you will learn the Reach Personal Branding, a comprehensive, three-step process for uncovering, communicating, and nurturing your personal brand.

      Plus, you’ll earn 11 ICF CCEs, including 5 core competency CCEs!

      FEB 4 | Resumes & Profiles for the COVID Era: Gaps, Gigs & Other Unruly Work History

      We're putting together a session with samples and expertise from our ACRW and MRW community! You'll learn strategies for dealing with gaps due to long-term unemployment, caring for sick family, and more, PLUS samples for gig workers and those who are freelancing during this time.

      If you have other questions or suggestions you'd like us to address, please email marie@resumewritingacademy.com!

      CTL ASSOCIATE NEWS & OPPORTUNITIES

      CTL Associates, be sure to check the Associates area of the website for details on the following opportunities:

      Want to get in on these opportunities? Join as a CTL Associate today!

      Be on the Lookout: Watch for emails from CTL with invitations for various writing, coaching, media, and publishing opportunities. Emails go out to all CTL Associates several times each month, so be sure to check them out!

      VISIT OUR SHOP

      Check out our products exclusively for career services professionals on topics like business development, resume- and profile-writing, coaching, and more!

      Which one is your favorite? Reply and let me know!

      If you share these on your social media, feel free to tag us and we'll help you start the conversation with your network. We're @careerTL or @workwithpurpose on Twitter and you can tag me (Marie Zimenoff) or Career Thought Leaders on LinkedIn!

      Job Search: Top 100 Companies to Watch for Remote Jobs in 2021 (FlexJobs)

      This article shares a list of companies our clients can watch for remote job listings based on 2020 data, plus the top career fields for remote work and fastest growing remote job categories. Also check out this video that walks through a few other ways clients can find remote work and how to stand out!

      Read More

      Diversity Hiring: From D&I Events to Black Instagram Squares: The Good and Bad of Recruiting’s Response to Inequity (ERE)

      This article goes through the changes that recruiting is undergoing to improve their diversity recruitment practices and some of the work left to do. Also check out this article on why too many women’s leadership initiatives fail.

      Read More

      Certified Personal Branding Strategist

      Class Starts January 21, 2021

      Create a New Offering for Your Business 
      Build Client Confidence from the Inside Out!

      Learn More & Join

      Leadership: Good Leadership Is About Asking Good Questions (Harvard Business Review – Limited Free Articles)

      While this article is about leadership – and a great resource to share with leader clients – we also know that good coaching is about good questions and this article poses some powerful ones!

      Read More

      Mindset: Unbreakable Mindset: The Secret to Finally Making Change (Career Confidante Radio)

      Our clients have likely heard that their mindset is critical in achieving their career and life goals. What is more rarely shared are practical tips for changing mindset. Listen in as Edward Gobis shares neuroscience-based actions you and your clients can take today to start seeing the changes you want to see in your life and career.

      Listen In

      Work Trends: 2 in 5 Workers Plan to Resign Based on Employer’s Handling of Coronavirus Pandemic (ValuePenguin)

      This article shares why many workers are looking to make a move in the near future and interesting statistics about executive perspectives on COVID reactions and 2021 priorities.

      Read More

      CTL & RWA EVENTS

      January 14, 2021 | 3:00PM-4:30PM US ET
      How to Coach Clients to Confidence, Even in the Face of Barriers

      Join branding and LinkedIn expert Marietta Gentles Crawford and CTL CEO Marie Zimenoff for an action-packed session that will help you coach your clients to be more confident despite new obstacles job seekers face. You'll learn key questions to ask your clients that will uncover their most competitive skills and how to identify the barriers they face, whether self-imposed or external, so they can adjust their mindsets. Get the recording!

      January 19, 2021 | 4:00PM-4:30PM US ET
      Trend Tuesday Live

      Join us Live every Tuesday at 4 pm ET to talk about the latest trends in career services, leadership development, and all things career. We’ll be sharing some of the insights from the latest trends white paper based on our annual Career Jam event. You’ll also get updated on the very latest in the industry and trends in job search, LinkedIn, branding, resume writing, coaching, business development, and more. RSVP to get weekly reminders.

      January 21, 2021 | 11:00AM-12:30PM US ET
      Certified Personal Branding Strategist Class

      Get the tools 1000s of coaches in 40+ countries are using to stand out in a crowded market... and guide clients to do the same. Learn the Reach Personal Branding methodology, a comprehensive, 3-step process for uncovering, communicating, and nurturing your personal brand. This methodology is the future of career management and the foundation for expanding professional and personal success. Learn more and register.

      February 4, 2021 | 11:00AM-1:00PM US ET
      Resumes & Profiles for the COVID Era: Gigs, Gaps & Other Unruly Work History

      We're putting together a session with samples and expertise from our ACRW and MRW community! You'll learn strategies for dealing with gaps due to long-term unemployment, caring for sick family, and more PLUS samples for gig workers and those who are freelancing during this time. If you have other questions or suggestions you'd like us to address, please email marie@resumewritingacademy.com! Learn more and register today.

      February 11, 2021 | 3:00PM-4:30PM US ET
      Academy Certified Resume Writer Course

      Increase your confidence, help candidates stand out, open doors to opportunities for yourself, and make more money! The Resume Writing Academy comprehensive resume writing training and certification program is celebrating its 32nd class of teaching strategy, modern formatting in Word, and much more through training and personalized feedback! The program includes 5 classes, personalized feedback on 5 writing assignments, and the opportunity to join an elite list of writers. Learn more and register.

      March 10, 2021 | 3:00PM-4:30PM US ET
      Certified Career Transition Coach

      Do you wish you had proven processes to walk candidates through career exploration and transition? Join us for the Certified Career Transition Coach program. This training used by practitioners in university, community college, workforce, and private practice settings provides resources and processes and leads you through integrating them into your work so you can coach with more confidence and achieve better outcomes for candidates. Approved for 12 ICF CCEs (7.5 Core Competency)!! Learn more and register.

      PARTNER EVENTS

      March 11 & 23, 2021 | 4-5:30PM & 10-11:30AM US ET
      Asperger’s/Autism Employment Coach Certification Spring 2021

      The Asperger’s/Autism Employment Coach Certification is an 8-week program that features live instruction and mentoring. It focuses on how to assist individuals to choose the right career, find a job, and stay hired. Weekly sessions are live over the internet, and feature discussions, interactive exercises and case studies. Assignments include readings, short answer questions, and case study reviews. Participants gain hands-on experience during a 6-week supervised practicum.

      There are two groups for Spring 2021: The first begins on March 11 with afternoon sessions; the second begins on March 23 with morning sessions. Group size is limited and an application is required. Information is available on the Forward Motion Coaching website.

      February 1, 8 & 15, 2021 | 2:00PM-5:00PM US ET
      Virtual TRAINER - An Applied Intensive

      Virtual training is on the rise. Add this offering to help your clients and build your business. Our 3-session series equips seasoned and new trainers to design and deliver stellar virtual training, and fast! You learn and apply current, practical approaches. As a result, you can immediately and confidently train your learners on your content... virtually. Learn more and register.

      February 22, 2021 | 2:00PM-5:00PM US ET
      Virtual COACH

      This 3-hour L.I.V.E. live-facilitated, interactive, virtual, experiential session trains new and veteran coaches to confidently and competently coach individuals and small groups virtually. You will learn and apply lessons on crafting the content of coaching interactions, facilitating meaningful conversation and forward movement, and managing Zoom technology to make it work smoothly. Learn more and register.

      February-March, 2021 | Wednesdays, 2:00PM-5:00PM US ET
      Career Ninja

      The job search, career management, and world of work are shifting. As a result, many people are struggling to find their place, tell their story, get hired and thrive. Developed and delivered by careers thought leader and author of "No One Is Unemployable" and more, this intense, 5-session course and applied fieldwork equips you to help anyone begin a career now. Learn more and register.

      Marie Zimenoff
      marie@careerthoughtleaders.com
      855-333-5793

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