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"Don't raise your voice, improve your argument." - Desmond Tutu, South African Anglican cleric and human rights activist |
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True confession ... I love office products. I'm always on the search for the best pen and almost never write with black or blue ink. Currently, I using a new Full Focus Planner (thank you Jessica Hernandez for the tip!) and a paper journal for daily notes. Then, of course, you have all the digital tools: a calendar for me, a scheduling system, project management, contact management and beyond ... whew! And still I love learning about others that could be helpful. |
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What are your favorite productivity tools? Please reply to this email and let me know!
This week (tomorrow!), we're doing our second 11 am ET Friday conversation on Clubhouse -- "Bring in the Dough, Career Pro" -- and the topic will be productivity systems and tools. Our handle is @careerleaders. My productivity / project management coach, Emily Allen, will be joining me. I'd love for you to join as well and share what's working for you!
If you're not on Clubhouse, we have colleagues that have invitations and would be happy to help you get started (just on iPhone for the next few weeks). Hit reply to let me know or drop a post into the CTL Facebook group so others can provide an invitation for you!
SAVE THE DATE FOR TECH JAM -- JUNE 7-11!
We have a fun group of tech and productivity speakers lining up and will open registration May 10.
We look forward to interacting with you on Clubhouse (and, of course, on our weekly Live on Facebook and LI)!
Marie Zimenoff
CEO, Career Thought Leaders |
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RESUME & PROFILE STRATEGIES FOR CHALLENGING CAREER SITUATIONS
Help Clients Get Interviews & Get Back to Work! TODAY • 3-5 PM ET |
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CAREER STORYTELLER PROGRAM
Write Stories that Differentiate Your Client
Strategies for Letters, Bios, Resumes, Profiles & More! Starts Thursday, May 27 • 3-4:30 PM ET |
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CTL NEWS & EVENTS
- Resume & Profile Strategies for Challenging Career Situations
- Academy Certified Career Storyteller Training Program
- Join Us at These Upcoming Events
- CTL Associate News & Opportunities
INDUSTRY NEWS & RESOURCES
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Leadership: Look Impressive in Meetings
- Diversity: The Model Minority Myth
- Workforce Trends: Slashies Take on Multiple Careers
- LinkedIn: Changes to Search Feature
- College to Career: Jobs & Competition Await 2021 Grads
- Resumes: Robust, Relevant Resumes ... Faster!
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CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR COLLEAGUES
- Colleagues Earn Prestigious Credential
UPCOMING TRAINING & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
CTL & RWA Events
- Resume & Profile Strategies for Challenging Career Situations
- Trend Tuesday Live
- Academy Certified Career Storyteller
- Tech Jam
PARTNER EVENTS - Asperger’s/Autism Employment Coach Certification
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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! |
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TODAY, MAY 6 | Resume & Profile Strategies for Challenging Career Situations |
Recent research shows that 70% of people who are currently unemployed have been unemployed for 6+ months. If you are working with clients who:
- have been out of work for a long period,
- stayed home to take care of family,
- are transitioning out of the military,
- have been incarcerated,
- or face other significant career challenges, this session is for you!
We’ll go through strategies these clients can use in their resumes and LinkedIn profiles to stand out in a good way and not raise red flags that keep them from getting called in to interviews. |
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MAY 27 | Academy Certified Career Storyteller |
Modern marketing communications have moved away from a pitch to share an engaging plot... stories that pull in a reader and make them want to connect with the brand, product, or person.
If you are ready to write materials that captivate readers, differentiate clients from the competition, and open the door to conversation, this advanced program is for you!
In this program, instructors Louise Kursmark, Deb Dib, and Marie Zimenoff will share a step-by-step process for gathering stories and writing content that connects with your client’s target audience: from resumes and cover letters to profiles, professional introductions, formal bios, and more.
You’ll walk away with:
- an understanding of the neuroscience behind stories so you can strengthen the connection with your reader
- tools to identify client brand attributes and gather stories so you communicate your client’s unique promise of value in their voice (which also means you'll write faster!)
- steps (with examples!) to turn stories into content in a variety of ways so you can write stories for more traditional clients and those who want to be bold with their stories
- confidence based on experience writing storied resumes, profiles, and more, with detailed written feedback from instructors and peer input (structured and instructor-facilitated in class)
- lifetime inclusion in the Academy Certified Career Storyteller directory, RWA community conversations, and other perks offered to RWA graduates (no renewals and no membership required to maintain certification)
If you want to be confident in writing powerfully fresh and compelling client materials – join us for this in-depth training! |
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CTL ASSOCIATE NEWS & OPPORTUNITIES |
Join Us at These Upcoming Events |
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The National Career Development Association Conference has gone virtual again this year! I’ll be doing a presentation on Innovation in Private Practice: Reinvent Your Process, Pricing and Promotion to Succeed in Any Economy during the event that runs from June 29 - July 1. If you plan to attend, let me know!
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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! |
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VISIT OUR SHOP
Check out our products exclusively for career services professionals on topics like business development, resume- and profile-writing, coaching, and more!
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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! |
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Leadership: Developing These Skills Is the Secret to Looking Impressive in Meetings (The Ladders - Limited Access) We're all talking about how important lighting, look, and sound are for video meetings, but this skill is just as important when leading in the virtual world. Share this with your leadership clients and coach them to improve this skill ... they'll thank you for it! |
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Diversity: How the Model Minority Myth Holds Asian Americans Back at Work (CNBC)
The assumptions made about Asian Americans as the "model minority race" has consequences, and this article talks about the origins and eye-opening facts we need to know when working with Asian American clients.
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Workforce Trends: No Turning Back for These 'Slashies' (CNBC) Move over "portfolio career," there's a new cool phrase on the block! This article talks about the growing trend of 'slashies' (people who take on multiple careers at the same time) and the considerations of those taking this approach. Most of us live it, now there's a new word for it! |
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Resume & Profile Strategies for Challenging Work Situations
Help Clients Overcome Challenges & Get Back to Work
TODAY, May 6 |
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LinkedIn: Discover & Explore More with New Intuitive, Streamlined Search (LinkedIn Blog)
It amuses me when the word "intuitive" is used in a lengthy article that shows you how to use the feature, and this article does give you a thorough look at the changes in LinkedIn's search function.
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College to Career: Lots of Jobs Await the Class of 2021, So Does Plenty of Competition (Wall Street Journal - Limited Access)
The good news for college graduates is the economy is recovering quickly in the US. The challenge? Workers 25 and under were terminated at rates 79% higher than older workers, creating fierce competition for entry-level jobs. This article shares some of the key challenges for this age group. |
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Resume: Write Robust, Relevant Resumes ... Faster (CTL LinkedIn Live)
Looking for ways to streamline your process while making sure you get the best information to differentiate your client? Watch this video for a quick process you can use with every client. |
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Colleagues Earn Prestigious Credential
Congratulations to Brenda Goburn Smith and Anne Grieves who earned the Certified Career Transition Coach credential from Career Thought Leaders. You have demonstrated your commitment to coaching and expanding your knowledge with practical tools to improve outcomes for your clients. Keep up the good work! |
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CTL & RWA EVENTS
May 6, 2021 | 3:00PM-5:00PM US ET
Resume & Profile Strategies for Challenging Career Situations
Recent research shows that 70% of people who are currently unemployed have been unemployed for 6+ months. If you are working with clients who have been out of work for a long period, stayed home to take care of family, are transitioning out of the military, have been incarcerated, or face other significant career challenges, this session is for you! We’ll go through strategies these clients can use in their resumes and LinkedIn profiles to stand out in a good way and not raise red flags that keep them from getting called in to interviews. Learn more and register.
May 11, 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. May 27, 2021 | 3:00PM-4:30PM US ET
Academy Certified Career Storyteller
If you are ready to write materials that captivate readers, differentiate clients from the competition, and open the door to conversation, this advanced program is for you! In this program, instructors Louise Kursmark, Deb Dib, and Marie Zimenoff will share a step-by-step process for gathering stories and writing content that connects with your client’s target audience: from resumes and cover letters to profiles, professional introductions, formal bios, and more. Learn more and register
June 7-11, 2021 | TBD
Tech Jam
Save the dates for a new event bringing you the latest in tech for business management and career services. We’ll be covering using technology in your coaching practice, updating your website to meet the new Google search requirements, and integrating systems to improve your productivity. If you have suggestions for presenters or technology that should be demonstrated during the week, please email marie@careerthoughtleaders.com (and respond to the poll regarding your preferences here).
PARTNER EVENTS
June 17 - August 12, 2021 | 4:00-5:30PM US ET
Asperger’s/Autism Employment Coach Certification Summer 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.
The summer program begins on June 17 with morning sessions. Group size is limited and an application is required. Information is available on the Forward Motion Coaching website. |
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Marie Zimenoff
marie@careerthoughtleaders.com
855-333-5793
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