I've been an HR executive for the past 20+ years.

4 Comments

1. Gretchen SkalkaOctober 12,2022 at 3:17PM UTC

   Start with where you are - what is the driving force behind your decision to move into a support position?

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   Is this a career pivot?

   Is this to create more time for you to pursue a passion or goal?

   To support something else?

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   Getting clear on what's driving your decision will also help you clarify the go/no-go areas for the opportunities you're considering.

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   This will help you articulate why you're excited about the roles you're applying for. They'll give you time to focus on a passion or that the company and position align better with your personal vision and values or that you are simply at a stage in your life where you feel your experience can be redirected to add more value in another capacity.

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   Now get strategic.

   You do NOT have to do an apples to apples mapping of job title on your resume.

   Remember, this is YOUR personal marketing document.

   If you're last role was HR Director, you can have your title as HR Leader, Organizational Strategist, etc.

   Because you are optimizing your resume for each opportunity, this can be exceptionally effective.

   ProTip - make sure your LinkedIn profile is also optimized for your new direction.

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   You CAN do this.

   Start by asking yourself what you want and need from your next role - and why - and you'll be on your way!

2. AnonymousOctober 12,2022 at 9:20PM UTC

   Thank you for your reply. It makes a log of sense. The reason I want to move into a support position is because I don't want the responsibility I had previously. I would rather report to a Director than be one. My biggest challenge is putting it all into words. I like the title you suggested and yes, I need to update my LinkedIn. It really boggles my mind that I've been coaching others on the strategies to put in place to find the job they're looking for and guidance on writing their resume so that it reflects their goal position, but i cannot do this for myself.

3. Gretchen SkalkaOctober 13,2022 at 10:16PM UTC

   Don't feel bad - MOST people can't do it for themselves because talking about ourselves feels forced, odd and cringy when we're talking about our own accomplishments.

   But you can do it! You got this!!!

4. AnonymousOctober 12,2022 at 3:51PM UTC

   Also consider putting that knowledge to use as a consultant or contractor. Many young and small companies need that expertise but just not as a W2 employee.

   You can bill at a significant level and work 1/2 as much.