More than three-quarters (76 percent) of job seekers need to improve fundamental job search skills, according to a survey by Lee Hecht Harrison. Key areas in need of development include resume preparation, targeting open positions, and conducting a persuasive interview.
http://www.astd.org/Publications/Blogs/Career-Development-Blog/2013/08/Job-Seekers-Feel-Unprepared-for-Job-Search-Success
Playing up is a state of mind that requires one to stretch beyond his or her abilities or circumstances to leverage current skills and past experiences to resolve a particular issue or to capitalize on future opportunities. And playing up is not limited to a profession, age group, or educational level.
http://www.astd.org/Publications/Blogs/Career-Development-Blog/2013/08/How-to-Play-Up-Beyond-Your-Current-Scope
In a workplace that seems to be forever pulling us one way or another, what keeps you moving forward? While it’s probably not the challenge of dealing with employees who cringe at the idea of change—any change—that gets you motivated, it’s quite likely that there are activities you’re involved with that excite you.
http://www.astd.org/Publications/Blogs/Career-Development-Blog/2013/07/What-Makes-Your-Day
Organizations use growth assignments in their leadership development and succession management efforts. Employees should seek out and accept growth assignments for personal and career development.A recent HBR Blog Network post, “Make Time for Growth Assignments in Your Daily Work” offers some advice for seeking out growth assignments that work best for you.
http://www.astd.org/Publications/Blogs/Career-Development-Blog/2013/07/Growth-Assignments
As more jobs come onto the market, it’s important to be ready for the right one. To position yourself for the next opportunity, it’s important to examine your values, grow your contacts, and conduct informational interviews in order to best match yourself with a fulfilling career.
http://www.astd.org/Publications/Blogs/Career-Development-Blog/2013/06/Transitioning-to-a-Job-You-Love
The ASTD Excellence in Practice category recognizes organizations for results achieved through learning and performance solutions. Awards are presented for proven practices that have delivered measurable results, and Citations are presented for practices from which much can be learned. Here are this year's winner and citation in the area of career development.
http://www.astd.org/Publications/Blogs/Career-Development-Blog/2013/05/Career-Development-Excellence-in-Practice-Awards
LinkedIn just turned 10. Part of its staying power has been its use as an effective tool for recruiting talent. Are you using your LinkedIn profile to draw in recruiters—or turn them away. Here are some tips get results from your profile.
http://www.astd.org/Publications/Blogs/Career-Development-Blog/2013/05/How-to-Attract-Recruiters-on-Linkedin
There’s so much truth to the phrase “It’s not what you know or who you know, it’s who knows you!” During my last trip from Atlanta to Chicago for a class weekend, I met an amazing sales executive who works with chemicals—microbials, to be exact.
http://www.astd.org/Publications/Blogs/Higher-Education-Blog/2013/04/What-Number-Are-You-Dialing
Here are some tips for using social media to build a positive brand—not a reputation for negativity.
http://www.astd.org/Publications/Blogs/Higher-Education-Blog/2013/04/Social-Media-Pro-Branding-for-College
I’m going to share a few tips to “keep your eyes on the prize” during your final part of college and first year of your career. Case in point: One volunteer program I participate in helps people thinking about building their future professional brand.
http://www.astd.org/Publications/Blogs/Higher-Education-Blog/2013/04/Dont-Sweat-Small