Edit

I am in the process of writing my first book and I am currently in the “editing” phase. According to dictionary.com, the word Edit means to “prepare (written material) for publication by correcting, condensing, or otherwise modifying it.” Let’s say editing is NOT fun. You realize how much you suck at writing (joking). Seriously, editing makes you examine what are you trying to relay to your audience. You truly do find your voice. What do you need to condense, correct, or modify in your life? What do you need to do to bring out your voice? You may not be in the process of writing your first book however, you are in the process of writing your life story which includes your career. Examine where you are in life and career and make the changes you need to make today. It will not be as fun as you may want but it is necessary so you can truly find your voice. 

 

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Live in the Now and Be Grateful

My first blog post nearly 3 years ago was about being thankful for traffic. As we approach the Thanksgiving Holiday I reflect on the last couple years of my life and he many changes I have been through. I must say to myself I am grateful. I am grateful for the hardships and the victories. I have learned that everything happens for a reason and we must use those hardships as stepping stones for the next level in our lives. If are thinking you are not where you want to be in your career, that is okay. Simply, stop and think about the present and where you are now. I am learning to live in the now. Be grateful for the job you have now and it is okay to prepare for the next career but, don’t forget to live now.

 

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Priority

Priority

 

I have a question for you: What is important to you? Sounds like a simple question but, I want you to take your time and think about this question. I believe many people are not happy in their careers because they haven’t prioritized what is important in their lives. For example, I recently withdrew my application for a training management position. Why you may ask? I had to have a “come to Jesus” meeting with myself and ask myself was managing a team priority in my life or doing the best at my current job so I can focus on my degree and my business? Sure, the management position can be great for my career and there is more money involved, however, there would have been more stress and less time to focus on my main priorities which are myself and well-being, my degree, and my business. If we make our decisions based on priorities I believe life will flow easier and we will be able to focus on the bigger picture, whatever that may be for each of us. 

 

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Are you ready?

Are you ready?

 

One mistake I often notice with my clients is their resume is never up to date hence, why they need me. Here are a few tips to make sure you are ready at the moment opportunity knocks: 1). Update your resume with the position you hold currently. 2). Review your resume every 6 months, is everything current? Anything you need to delete? 3). Make sure to add new skills as I recommend learning a new skill every 6-12 months 4). Add updated education/certifications as you earn them. These are just a few tips to help you stay abreast on your career. Remember you are creating your career every day. Make sure you are ready.

 

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