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Stop Comparing Yourself to Everyone Else

Stop Comparing Yourself to Everyone Else
If you are reading this, you are probably contemplating a career change. There is a strong possibility you have been thinking about switching careers or finding a new job for a long time. One thing that all people who are considering making a career transition have in common are different psychological barriers. These psychological barriers are a part of what is preventing you from moving forward. One such psychological barrier is feeling as though you are not good enough or feeling as though you cannot perform as well as your peers. Let’s take some time to deconstruct this psychological barrier so that you can get one step closer to having the dream job you’ve always wanted! Career Change Question #1 What is it that you admire about the person you are comparing yourself to? It’s crazy how something as wonderful as admiration can turn into a roadblock

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5 Resume Writing Tips They Don’t Want You To Know About

5 Resume Writing Tips They Don’t Want You To Know About
So you are looking for a job and competing with hundreds of other job candidates for that coveted position. You have your interview outfit ready and you’ve practiced what you will say during your interview a hundred times. You have experience, education, know-how, and absolutely no callbacks even though you have literally sent out over a dozen resumes. What is it? Is it your age? Is it your gender? Is it because you lack experience? The truth of the matter is, it could be a number of things. One thing for sure is that unless your resume stands out from everyone else, your chances of getting a callback are going to be slim. There are a few resume writing tips you can use to combat this issue and get more job interviews. Write About Your Accomplishments not Your Job Function Many people make the mistake of simply listing what

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