Are you interested in writing for a strictly digital platform, while creating content that could make a big difference in people's lives? If the answer is yes, then Work It Daily has a great opportunity for you!
We're seeking 10 multimedia journalism interns for a 4 ½ week virtual internship (May 27 2020 - June 26 2020). The lucky 10 will help us create compelling content for our career advice blog, while also helping us with graphics and social posts.
Does this pique your interest? Great! Let's get down to business!
Work It Daily is a subscription-based online career coaching membership program. Professionals and executives ages 22 to 55+ use the site to get help with all aspects of their job search and career development. Members have access to 15+ online courses and 200+ hours of video tutorials on a wide range of career topics.
Additionally, members get to work privately with our career support specialists via an online support desk to get their specific questions and concerns answered so they can stay motivated and on track. Our mantra is: "Career coaching isn't a sign of weakness, it's a path to greatness!"
Our mission is to drop the financial and physical barriers to accessing good career advice from proven experts. Work It Daily offers professionals and executives an affordable way to get the mentoring and support needed to solve their career problems.
Not to mention, as a fully virtual platform, we are the ideal resource to use during the time of social distancing.
Multimedia journalism interns will work 10 hours/week writing articles for Work It Daily's free career advice blog. Interns will work in teams of two and will be responsible for coming up with the topic ideas. The teams of two will be in charge of the social promotion for their article. This includes coming up with thumbnail and social graphic ideas. They will also learn how to optimize their content for search engines (SEO).
Those interested in the internship should send their resume and a disruptive cover letter to support@workitdaily.com NOTE: watch our Youtube tutorial above on the disruptive cover letter technique to guide you!
Once companies start hiring again after COVID-19, there will be a LOT of competition for jobs. There will be people with the same experience, same degrees, and same hard skills competing for the same job. So, how will you stand out from the competition?
"I can sit there and tell you 'technology, big and important', 'being fast on a computer, really important' - but when it comes to getting the job, it will be about the soft skills because there's too much competition and too many people with the same hard skills."
There are 5 key skills that you can develop to stand out from other candidates. In this episode, I break down what those skills are and why they're so important to master if you want to land a job after COVID-19.
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She has more than 15 years of experience in HR, recruiting and career coaching.
"The average American has less than $400 in savings. People are really living paycheck to paycheck, and so they are really concerned. They're thinking, "what am I going to do?" And one of the first things they should do is look at their budget - where are their assets? What are their monthly payments? What's the cashflow that's going out?" - Todd Palmer
In this bonus episode, I talk with mortgage executive and Work It Daily executive member, Todd Palmer, about options for those concerned about their mortgage payment during this crisis. Come join the conversation and learn what you need to know.
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Were you laid off due to the COVID-19 crisis and are now worried about age discrimination? Or, are you concerned about keeping your job while competing against a younger generation?
If so, you're not alone. A question I've gotten a lot in the past couple of weeks is what can the older generation of workers do to protect their career & job search during a time of crisis.
"The truth is, if you're over 50, and you've decided in your mind that it's all age discrimination and there's nothing that you can do, that's a self-fulfilling prophecy. That's exactly what's going to happen. But I know there's lots of you that don't want to believe that, and there's lots of you who don't want to be angry anymore."
In this episode, I talk about how the coronavirus pandemic affects workers over 50 years old, and what you can do about it.
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Not all people tell the truth. Some complaints might be coming from elsewhere without realizing. Great marketing professionals can use their insight and experience to understand where the real issues are coming from to execute and take the company to the next level.
I've been able to find out the real issues/pains/problems within a project by asking questions from different angles. This process was established by getting a lot of complaints and requests during my career. I quickly developed five ways to determine where there were issues.
With my many corporate experiences, I learned it takes time and effort at the beginning, but this strategy ultimately helps to increase sales, expand the distribution channel, and save time and money.
One toy company I worked for had the development and HQ function in the U.S. One country's marketing team told me that they did not like the global unit packaging which the global brand team developed and requested to develop a completely new 3-in-1 packaging. In that new packaging they wanted to add a book. Furthermore, they requested to launch it one month early.
We showed the development progress to the marketing team many times, and used all of the development budget. During that time, no subsidiaries had anything against the packaging. We had little time left for their ideal launching schedule. The executives rejected the request.
We did a lot of analysis and communications. We were able to increase sales in that market for this item after the analysis and approval from the executives.
How did we do that? I found out where the request came from. The team just wanted the lower unit pricing because they got buyer feedback that the price was too high. And we realized that in their market, their competitor's pricing was lower. If they added a book to the new packaging, it would be an added value and they could hit back-to-school season, too.
Although the price was still challenging, we were able to amortize the extra development cost because of the significant sales increase vs forecast by the 3-in-1 packaging.
There was a lot of work. We double-checked all the people on board to support this plan from different perspectives—production capacity, tooling schedule, logistic schedule, commitment from their buyers, packaging development schedule, book development and assembly process, and so on. In the process, the sales team was able to get the purchasing commitment from new retailers (bookstores) because of the book.
As a result, we were able to have everyone on board not only internally but external buyers as well, and we were able to support their request and had a 250% sales increase.
This experience helped me formulate my five steps that I use to determine where the real issues are coming from based on complaints and requests.
Here's how your marketing team can do the same.
1. Ask "Why?"
If you ask "why?" five times, you'll eventually figure out the essential issues.
2. Determine People & Place
Who is complaining and where are they located? Put yourself in their shoes, and try to understand the challenges or problems they could be facing.
3. Figure Out The Process
How can you help them? Tools, investments, time, or money?
4. Find Numbers To Focus On For Evaluation
You'll know when you've accomplished your goal if you have numbers to strive for.
5. List Who Needs To Get Involved
Think about all the people that need to get involved and make them aware—internally and/or externally.
In marketing, complaints and requests are a great chance to learn and make improvements. There is room for marketing/market share/sales growth if we understand the situation and change our approach.
At the beginning, it might take a long time to understand the situation and plan better strategies, but it will result in increasing sales/market share or cost savings.
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Whether you've been laid off, or are afraid you might be, you need to be prepared.
If you want to find a new job you MUST build a networking strategy.
"It's those meaningful connections, those meaningful conversations that you have with people, that builds the trust, that earns the respect, that gets people to want to mobilize and help you. And same for you - the more you get to talk to people, have meaningful conversations, the more inspired you are to want to find a way to help them so that everybody wins."
So, how do you network during a time of social distancing? What can you do to make a great impression and become a valuable connection?
In this episode, I'll tell you the importance of networking during a crisis like COVID-19, and how to network effectively.
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Once the shock of a layoff begins to wear off, an impacted employee has to make a host of important decisions. One of those decisions may be to find a short-term job in the interim, while working on long-term career goals.
Finding your next dream job doesn't always happen over night, but that doesn't mean you should give up on it. However, to fill the gap of time between a layoff and finding a new full-time job in your desired industry, it may be necessary to work a temporary or part-time job. Some people refer to this as a "gap job."
While working a gap job may not have been part of your ultimate career plan, it will not only help you make ends meet, but there are some benefits that could help in the future.
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When you work in a particular industry for a long period of time, it's easy to become consumed by that world and a particular way of doing things. There's nothing wrong with that if it proves successful in that industry.
However, it's beneficial to get out of your comfort zone sometimes and working a gap job is an opportunity to do that. Those who got laid off from an office job as a result of the coronavirus, may be trying their luck in one of these essential industries, like grocery stores or the shipping industry. Such work brings with it more face-to-face customer interaction, more physicality, and a more frantic pace.
These are all skills that can apply to any industry, and gaining appreciation for other industries helps you grow both personally and professionally.
Working a new job means new co-workers and new managers. This is an opportunity to make some new connections. Even if you're not at this job for a long period of time, as long as you work hard and are professional, you can make a good impression on those around you.
When you're applying for a job in a particular industry, it's naturally important to have references from others who work in the industry. However, it doesn't hurt to have at least one reference from a different industry that you worked in. It shows your range of skills as a professional and an ability to adapt to different workplace surroundings.
Having a large professional network is a good thing and you never know when a particular connection could come in handy down the road.
Sometimes working in a new industry can be an eye-opening experience in more ways than one. There are instances where people love getting out of their comfort zones and fall in love with the jobs that they originally thought would be temporary. There are also instances where the experience leads them to change directions entirely and make a career change.
Beyond working in a different industry, the time after a layoff could also be an opportunity to try out freelance work or build your own job around a hobby that you're passionate about. Instead of looking at the layoff as a setback, use it as an opportunity to evaluate your career and where you want it to go.
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Why do we love Fridays so much? The answer is pretty obvious: in front of us we have a weekend of possibilities, days where we can hang out with friends, do something fun, or enjoy doing nothing at all.
The weekend spells r-e-l-a-x, and for most people that means Monday spells d-r-e-a-d. Fortunately, some simple adjustments to your normal routine can trick your mood into thinking it's the best day of the week.
Here are four ways to make Monday feel like Friday:
Before you leave your desk on Friday afternoon, take the last few minutes of your day to ease the shell shock for your future Monday-self. Jot down a list of loose ends and then prioritize the things that need to be done so that when you get back to work on Monday, you can just dive in.
Also, leave yourself an inspirational note on your desk to greet you when arrive at the beginning of the week. You are awesome at your job; this is going to be a great week! Or, even better, remind yourself why you like this job in the first place. Can you believe you're getting paid to do ___? Be thankful! (Sound cheesy? Try this just once and tell us it didn't brighten your mood…)
Sunday night preparations can make your Mondays better, too. Afford yourself some extra minutes of snooze time by showering the night before and by having your clothes ironed and ready to go. Also, remember that good nutrition is in direct correlation to your energy levels and mood, so prep for a protein-rich breakfast (i.e. a hard-boiled egg or a grab-and-go yogurt).
Having something to look forward to makes getting out of bed on Monday a whole lot easier. There's no rule that states all of your fun has to be saved for the weekends!
Try setting a standing date with friends on Monday nights. To increase your mood even more, incorporate exercise. An evening walk with some local friends can get you feeling great—both mentally and physically.
Can't get anyone else to break out of their Monday routines? You can still have something to look forward to at home. Try turning Monday night into movie night, or DVR your favorite TV show and wait until Monday to watch it.
There's no denying the pick-me-up power of a great outfit!
Looking good boosts our mood and confidence. So much of the Monday blues are mental stipulations we put on ourselves, which means we hold the power to bring about change. Switch things up by wearing your favorite outfit on Monday and give your mood a chance to compete with the other, more popular days of the week.
Does your work wardrobe lack some overall excitement? Your clothes can still have a positive effect based on colors alone. Studies show wearing red or violet boosts energy and green or yellow can put you in a noticeably happier mood.
One of the things that make Fridays so great is that, for the next few days, you are not obligated to do much. Having freedom and flextime are instant mood boosters, but those perks do not need to be held-off for just the weekends.
Afford yourself some of the same luxuries on Mondays by opting out of something you would normally feel obligated to do. Whether it's laundry, cooking dinner, or checking your bank account, give Monday evenings a free pass and indulge in the comfort of knowing your limits.
How do you get through the dreaded Mondays? Try one of these tips if you need some help making Mondays just a little more bearable!
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For many workers being laid off or furloughed is a scary thought, and unfortunately this scary thought is becoming a reality for many as a result of the COVID-19 crisis.
However, for some losing their job is the push they need to change careers.
It's not as crazy as it sounds!
Some people need a change but are too afraid to make one, and losing their job is the push they need to make a career change. In addition, many workers who lost their jobs due to the COVID-19 crisis may find that it will be difficult to get back into the industries they were working in.
Changing careers isn't easy, but with an organized approach, career change can be done successfully. It won't happen overnight, but with patience and commitment, you can ultimately end up in a better place.
Here's what you need to know about the career change process.
Before committing to career change, make sure you're ready to close the door on your current career.
A career change should not be an impulse decision or strictly driven by the trauma of a layoff. So, it's important to take some time to really think things over.
But, if your decision comes from a prolonged period of career unhappiness, then the time may be right.
Identify the new industry that you're looking to get into and narrow down a few companies that you would like to pursue. Take a self-inventory of yourself and identify the transferable skills you possess that would also apply well to this new industry. Identify where you need to upskill.
What skills are you missing for this new position? Come up with a plan for gaining these skills. Attend training courses, workshops, classes, or certification opportunities.
Many sites are offering free courses as a result of the COVID-19 crisis.
Now that you've drafted a career change plan, the real challenge begins: building your network.
When applying to a new industry, it's not enough to just apply online and pray that you'll get an interview. You have to put the work in.
Go to the company's website or LinkedIn account to identify the human resources manager and the company's key players. Try to make an actual connection. Tap into your current network to see if you already know someone working at the company or have a friend who does know a current employee.
Use any connection you make to learn more about the company and to tell your career story, where you've been, and why you are choosing to change careers. Any connection that you make is a foot in the door.
In addition to trying to secure an interview, putting in this work will also help you build networking skills and expand your professional network.
No matter where you are in your career, it always pays to network. This would also be a good time to update your LinkedIn profile, too.
What if you could get a job at the company you want to work for, just not at the position that you wanted?
That would actually be a career victory. When it comes to career changes, very rarely can you just switch lanes and land your new dream job. Sometimes you need to ease your way in.
If you're struggling to get the position you want within a certain company, research other positions inside that company to see if there are any positions that better fit into your current skill sets. If there is, apply for that position. That way you at least get a job at the company.
From there, you can figure out a way to gain the skills that you need, so that you can one day move into your dream position.
This may be hard to believe, but when it comes to career change, sometimes salary is the last thing that you think about.
That's because the career change process is so involved. It takes so much effort to come up with a plan and eventually secure an interview, salary considerations are something that get placed on the temporary back-burner.
But, if you've reached the point in the process where it's time to discuss salary, you've done something right and don't want things to unravel.
Depending on the type of industry you're going into, you'll be looking at either a salary increase, decrease, or match. It's essential that you do your research about the position and the average salary for such a position in your geographical area. Websites such as salary.com and glassdoor.com can be good resources for this information.
Having this information could be helpful in salary negotiations, or at the very least mentally prepare you, particularly if you're facing a salary decrease.
It's also important not to lie when asked about your current salary in order to get a higher salary. It never pays to be dishonest.
Being laid off and then deciding to change careers is a lot to take on. If you're organized and committed, you can do it, but you don't have to do it alone!
Work It Daily has a number of resources that can give you the added edge you need to make a successful career change.
Check out our free masterclass training Laid Off & Looking, and then join our career growth club today and get access to one-on-one career coaching, resume and cover letter reviews, online tutorials, and unlimited networking opportunities!
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Here at Work It Daily, we understand the power of podcasts. We're all about forming good habits, and doing something every day to grow your career.
Listening to podcasts is a fun way to gain perspective, explore ideas, and learn something new. And, believe it or not, podcasts can also help you achieve career growth and success.
Want to build better habits and start "working it daily"? Give these three podcast episodes a listen.
Tim Ferriss interviews Lori Gottlieb, a psychotherapist and author of the New York Times bestseller Maybe You Should Talk to Someone, in this episode of The Tim Ferriss Show. Tune in to hear her insights on wisdom, denial, and her explanation of why we all orchestrate our lives to keep certain storylines going—even when they don't really serve us.
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In this episode of Office Baggage, Marcy Twete talks with Leah Marshall, a self-identified "human dynamics junkie" who is a true expert at achieving work-life balance in her day-to-day life. Together, they explore how we can all strive to bring more of our values, passions, and our whole selves to our everyday lives.
The legendary investor, Ray Dalio, is the guest in this episode of Masters of Scale with Reid Hoffman, where he dives into what he believes is the key to success: a team that has a shared goal, whether or not they have differing opinions. Listen as Dalio explains the difference between constructive and destructive conflict. His conclusion? If you want to improve any idea, find someone who disagrees with it.
Looking for another great podcast to listen to? Check out JT Talks Jobs! Join J.T. O'Donnell, Work It Daily's founder and CEO, as she provides industry-leading insights into job search and career growth.
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When times are tough, mass layoffs happen in almost every industry. But, what do you do if you're a recent college graduate looking for your first job? How can you find a job when those around you are getting laid off?
Your first job search after college is hard enough without dealing with hiring freezes and a high unemployment rate. You need to prove your value to an employer with limited to no experience under your belt. Even before that, though, it can be incredibly challenging just trying to get your resume past the ATS and into the hands of the hiring manager.
If you just graduated from college and don't know where or how to start your job search in these trying times, we have some simple, but effective, tips guauranteed to help you land your first job.
Here are three things recent college graduates should do to find a job despite mass layoffs:
At Work It Daily, we firmly believe your network is your net worth. Over 80% of all jobs today are gotten via referral. Utilize the connections you've made in college or in past summer internships to get your foot in the door somewhere. It's always easier to get a job when you've been referred internally by someone who already works at the company.
It's not enough just to ask your connections about any employment opportunities they know about, though. You need to be intentional with your networking, or your job search will feel aimless.
Build a list of companies you'd like to work for so you can focus your efforts in those areas. This is your interview bucket list—all the companies you would love to work for that hire for your skill sets.
Creating this list is going to help focus your job search in terms of who you need to network with, reach out to, and start to connect with in order to find the job opportunities you want.
Remember: You're not asking them for a job—you're asking them for information that could help you land an interview.
The cover letter is the "voice" to your resume. If you want to land yourself an interview while layoffs are happening left and right, the key is to write a disruptive cover letter.
If you're not writing disruptive cover letters in your job search, you're missing out on a huge opportunity to stand out to employers. The ultimate goal of a disruptive cover letter is to tell a story so compelling about why you feel connected to the company that they want to pick up the phone and get to know you a bit more.
What you lack in experience, you can make up for with enthusiasm and a great connection story.
Even when there aren't mass layoffs going on, getting an internship after you graduate from college can be a very strategic move for your career.
If you're struggling to find a job right out of college, consider applying for an internship position. Preferably, you'd want a paid internship, but if a lot of companies are laying off employees, ask if they have an unpaid opportunity available. You won't get paid, but you will gain a lot of experience, and if the internship goes well, they may offer you a full-time position after a few months of hard work and proving yourself as a valuable employee.
At the end of the day, experience is what will set you apart in the current job market, because it gives you the ability to develop your skills and show how you made or saved an organization money—something every employer will want to hear when you interview with them.
School teaches you everything except how to get the job. No matter how competitive or disrupted the job market may be, recent college grads can stand out to employers with these three tips, and find a good job soon after graduation.
If you've recently been laid off, fired, or furloughed, check out our FREE layoff checklist and masterclass to learn what you need to do in order to get back on your feet as soon as possible.
For those of you who love to exercise before starting your workday, this smoothie recipe is for you. It's intended to refuel you after a hard workout, and keep you satisfied until lunch.
A smoothie should contain all the things you'd want in a healthy, well-balanced meal: protein, fiber, and fat (in a good ratio). So, let's get to making a berrylicious smoothie you can sip on post-workout!
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1. Berries
Add 1/2 cup of frozen mixed berries to the blender. I like cherries, blackberries, blueberries, and raspberries. These berries are very high in antioxidants, which help fight free radicals in the body. They are also high in fiber.
2. Spinach
Next, add a couple handfuls of fresh spinach. You can add any other vegetables that you would like for more fiber and nutrients.
3. Almond Milk (Or Liquid Of Your Choice)
Pour 1/2 cup to one cup of liquid into the blender. I like to add unsweetened almond milk, so it isn't too frothy.
4. Flax, Chia, Or Hemp Seeds
Next, add a tablespoon of flax, chia, or hemp seeds for an excellent source of healthy fat and plant-based protein. They are also high in fiber.
5. Greek Yogurt Or Protein Powder
Finally, we need our primary source of protein. Add either a 1/2 cup of Greek yogurt or one scoop of protein powder.
Blend all of these together, and you've got yourself a tasty post-workout smoothie!
We hope you give this berrylicious smoothie recipe a try after your next killer workout!
Remember: Eating healthy, well-balanced foods is the key to refueling your body and keeping you energized for the workday that lies ahead.
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Note: Individuals should always speak to their physician before making any significant dietary or lifestyle changes.
The coronavirus pandemic has flipped businesses completely upside down in a matter of weeks, and many businesses have had to furlough or layoff employees just to survive.
While sometimes unavoidable, the decision to layoff employees can be one of the toughest decisions a company has to make. These are never easy conversations to have, but it's possible to show both commitment and compassion to impacted employees.
"How?" you ask. By providing them with outplacement services.
Providing outplacement services is an essential step that benefits the impacted employee and the business! Here's why:
Getting laid off is a gut punch and one of the first questions an impacted employee asks is, "What do I do now?" As an employer, you can't answer that question, but one thing you can do is give the employee the resources to help them answer that question.
Outplacement services typically help people with resumes, LinkedIn profiles, cover letters, and job search and networking strategies. These services are particularly beneficial to those impacted employees that have been with the company for a long time. A lot has changed in the job search game, and these employees have a lot of catching up to do.
Nothing is ever guaranteed, but studies have shown people that receive outplacement services get hired two times faster than those that don't. Providing these services shows the impacted employees that even though you are laying them off, you still care about their professional futures.
Ultimately, it's up to the employee to secure their next job, but helping them get the resources they need helps them move through the stages of career grief faster and gets their job search going in the right direction.
When a company goes through layoffs, thoughts are naturally with the impacted employees. However, layoffs impact the entire company.
The workforce just lost trusted colleagues and friends. In addition, some people are about to see their job responsibilities change as a result of the layoffs.
The workforce is shaken, perhaps even scared, about their own futures at the company, and some will have survivor's guilt.
Many of the remaining employees will talk with those who are laid off. If the company showed compassion and offered outplacement services to those impacted employees, this will get communicated to the current workforce.
While it doesn't make the situation any easier, the fact the company did what it could to help the impacted employees can slightly improve the morale of the remaining workforce.
Another thing the company can do to ease the concerns of its workforce after a layoff is to over-communicate. Be as transparent as possible and give them what information you can about the decision and the future of the company.
In order to rally the remaining workforce and move the company forward, these employees need to know the vital role they play in helping the company achieve its goals. These employees need to feel a part of a team.
All of this plays a huge role in the company keeping the trust and respect of their employees.
The company's employer brand and reputation are two things that may get put on the back-burner when a business goes through tough financial times. But, eventually these things will matter again and the way the company navigates the coronavirus pandemic or any other crisis, will impact its reputation.
Just because a company lays off employees, doesn't make it a bad business. The coronavirus pandemic has thrown numerous businesses for a loop, but even in normal conditions, businesses have to make adjustments in staffing based on a number of ever-changing factors.
Ultimately, it's the way the business handles the layoffs that will impact its reputation.
Employees who feel that they were mistreated, or shown a lack of compassion during the layoff process, will post a review on job review sites like Glassdoor and Indeed.
Job seekers use these sites to research your company's employee experience, and negative reviews about employees not being treated well during layoffs could cost the company talent in the future.
Giving outplacement will lessen the odds of a former employee writing a negative review about the company. It may even lead to some positive reviews.
Being able to say you made sure every single person got one-on-one job search coaching will show just how much you care for your employees and reflect well on the company's reputation.
Cost has always been a point of contention for companies considering whether or not to use outplacement services. However, over the last few years technology has made outplacement services more efficient—and cheaper.
Many essential outplacement services such as resume reviews, LinkedIn and cover letter advice, and professional networking, are now built into virtual platforms that eliminate the need for in-person services.
That's good news! And, Work It Daily has even better news!
We offer outplacement services. At Work It Daily, employees get a full 12 months of job search coaching, which includes a phone app they can use to message the coaches for private one-on-one help for only $199/employee.
Learn more about Work It Daily's outplacement services and give impacted employees a fighting chance to find work faster when this is over.
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There is a good chance you're reading this from the safety of your home. If you're like us, you've been practicing social distancing and have been stuck inside the four walls of your house for over a week now. There is also a good chance that you're incredibly bored.
What if I told you there was a way to get feedback on how you answer job interview questions by certified career coaches for FREE without ever having to leave your home?
Due to COVID-19 almost all job interviews will become virtual so you need to be prepared not only to answer questions virtually, but also make sure you're answering them correctly.
We get the need, which is why we are giving away FREE job interview answer critiques...
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To make sure we see your video to give you feedback be sure to use the hashtags #WorkItDaily & #MockInterviewMarch
Every month we are going to unveil a new 'trend' for you to follow and participate in. This month we are going to be doing #MockInterviewMarch
What this means that any one of our TikTok followers can film themselves answering our interview questions and one of our career coaches will duet with your video to give you feedback on how you can improve!
Work It Daily Career Coach Ariella Coombs gave feedback to this video sent in by a viewer!
TikTok is the next big social media platform, but what if I told you that it can also be where you can grow your career?
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When you think of Tiktok you probably envision someone lip syncing to a popular song or attempting to dance to the newest trend. But what if we told you that we will help you prepare for your next job interview for FREE?
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Plus, you want to make sure you're following us for our trends!
What this means that any one of our TikTok followers can film themselves answering our interview questions and one of our career coaches will duet with your video to give you feedback on how you can improve! (Here is an example of what a duet looks like if you've never seen one before!)
If you want to participate, please film yourself on TikTok answering our weekly #MockInterviewMarch Question. You also MUST use our custom sound asking you these questions (just like a real interview!)
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You asked, she answered! J.T. took your toughest career questions and answered them in real-time! Didn't make it for the live show? No worries, you can still join the conversation and learn what you can do to grow your career in 2020!
JeNelle asks: "How do you apply for work Of state? CA to AZ!"
Marcella says:
"How to land a job in this competitive market. I send a lot of resumes and go to many job interviews and nothing? Please HELP!"
Daniel asks:
"How do you think recruiters can help motivate unemployed jobseekers?"
Mike asks:
"How do you handle overcoming a felony on your record that's over 10 years old?"
Badr asks:
'I am switching fields. How can I sell my story during an interview? I am completely convinced about my story and career path but the most important thing is convincing the recruiter."
Rosa asks:
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I'm going to talk about a subject that's a little hard to discuss, but I'm asking you to power through and really listen to me. We're going to talk about the fact that a recession is coming. It's on the horizon.
It's not a question of "if", it's a question of "when." As a career coach, I get really, really worried about everybody in times like these. I've been through three market corrections in my lifetime.
First, when I was graduating from college, so I was a job seeker.
Second, I was in HR and recruiting back in the .com bust. I watched all that happen in Silicon Valley and beyond.
And then third, the big recession of 2008. This was when I started my career coaching practice and started this website because I was so worried about people and what I saw.
I know it's coming and I'm worried for two particular groups of people. The first are the millennials. The millennials have never worked through a recession. They grew up experiencing one, they saw their parents get stressed out, and maybe lose their jobs. However, they've never lived through a recession where a lot of their friends and maybe themselves are going to lose jobs.
It's not just a question of people losing jobs. There will be survivor's guilt as well. You feel that when you realize you kept your job and somebody else didn't. It's horrifying. Some of them are managers and it's going to be the first time they've had to let people go.
It's a very stressful thing, especially because we know millennials are super sensitive, super team-based. Those are wonderful qualities to have. But, it means the stress level and the emotional reaction to it is going to be even higher and that concerns me a lot.
I'm also worried about all of the more seasoned workers. Baby boomers and some of the older Gen Xers because we have so many people in the workforce right now. Over half of them are millennials who are younger and less expensive.
There's this kind of bell curve that you hit in your career and a lot of older workers are going to be pushed off the cliff of work relevance. This means they probably won't ever get another job that pays as much or as well.
It's just the law of supply and demand. When we have more people in the workforce who cost less, it drives the price down.
It's very concerning to me that this is going to happen. I can't stop it from happening, but what I can do is coach people right now on the two things you need to be thinking about with respect to your presence in the workplace.
It's not just about your experience. The most senior person does not stay, the most experienced person does not stay in these situations. Trust me, I was in HR and recruiting. I have been through many reorganizations. I understand what goes on behind those closed doors; they're looking at two additional things about you as a professional.
They're looking at your personality, meaning, what are you like to work with? In times of stress, what is your personality? What gets revealed about you and how are you to collaborate with?
And finally, they look at your aptitude. What's your ability to adapt to change? How good are you at just rolling with it and making things happen and shifting gears? And, on top of all that, being experienced.
Companies are saying, "Okay, I have to build this new team. This new team is going to be made of the survivors. I need them to be able to get positive and motivated and be productive at the highest level. I'm going to need them to get along in these tough times."
That's why companies pay a lot of attention to your personality and your aptitude.
So what does that mean for you right now? Well, you need to do a gut check.
How has your attitude been in the workplace?
Those are the things you need to get honest about because a lot of times people forget, they just work in their job. "I don't have to have friends at the office, I just need to do my work." It's not enough. In times of change, you also need to be seen as somebody that they're going to want to work through the tough times with.
Make sure you're working on your career right now, not just in your job. If you aren't, and you get blindsided, it's going to be so hard emotionally to rebound.
Most importantly, if that does happen for you, please get support, get help immediately. Do not try to go it alone. We're all businesses-of-one.
We're in business for ourselves, but we shouldn't be by ourselves. That's why when sudden career curve balls happen, you need mentors, you need support, you need a community. Make sure you get that, too.
My advice to you is to do that gut check. Maybe sit down with your boss and talk a little bit about your contributions and what you can do to improve. Are you a good team player? What else can you do to add value?
If you're walking in with an attitude, you're frustrated. "They don't respect me. They don't recognize me enough." If you think you're hiding that attitude, you're not! That's mentally-noted for when times get tough.
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So, do a reality check, attitude check, gut check, and get in the game. Bring your best personality to work every day. Bring your best aptitude, your ability to change every day, and keep working on your experience. Make sure you're staying relevant!
I know this is a hard conversation to have, but it's important that you don't shy away from it! You've got to understand and know what to do because knowledge is power.
We have some great career quizzes here on discovering your workplace persona and your communication style! Learning how you add value to the workplace is crucial during this time.
We're all in this together. And, as we always say, if you want to win, you've got to Work It Daily!