Energy Blockers
Good Morning FGB Community.
This morning I am writing about a topic that is hard to discuss because a part of it comes from something we can not completely understand or explain. But I am going to do my best to attempt this discuss, bear with me if you will.
Each morning I spend time on LinkedIn and each day I put up a post of words of wisdom I have found searching the internet. I post these words of wisdom for two reasons, I find motivation in the words myself and I find inspiration in helping others. When I first started putting out these posts on linkedin I felt silly. I thought: Wow, this is cheesy. Who wants to see the memes I think speak to me on that day? Why would anyone care what I have to say? But another part of me, a voice in my head said do it, people have always told you you are good leader, believe them you are, and do it. Take the risk, it's ok to be vulnerable, have faith and you will find you are on the right path for your journey. While I was on linkedin this morning, one of my contacts reached out to me and said thank you for your posts, I really needed that this morning. She and I started a conversation and she is having a really tough time in her life. Feeling as though nothing is working out, she is not getting any opportunities, she has done nothing wrong to deserve this hand in life and feeling like she should give up. I shared with her my thoughts, on trust, people, power in being alone, faith in life. I can only hope that I helped her. For no one should feel alone and to doubt their own amazing uniqueness and abilities to the point that they self sabotage. When we get wrapped up in the negativity we dig our heels in against our journey and things seems to always get worse. If you put your faith into the things we cannot explain the resistance always seems to subside and our journey opens back up to bring us where we are supposed to be. The place we are supposed to be is not typically what we thought. But always better than we imagined. Part of our challenge in our lives and in our careers is to have faith, be vulnerable, challenge yourself and take on your failure as a stepping stone to your successes. On my journey I have found an internal struggle against myself. I struggle with my own inner voice. A year and a half ago, after I left a toxic work environment, I started a new relationship with that inner voice. I stopped arguing with that inner voice so much. I stopped giving that inner voice energy and just let the thoughts come in and pass by. Yoga... The lessons about our mind and what it does to us resonates with me. I started to be present in life instead of trying to control life. When I visualize this concept it is as if I am lifting my feet off the ground and riding a wave of light/energy and letting that guide me through my path for my career and for my life. When I lift up my feet and let this wave guide me then the inner voice is also let go because I am not giving energy to the thoughts but letting them pass by. The path is still not without bumps and bruises when you fall off, but the reward to pick up your feet and stop the resistance is amazing. That is what this ride feels like to me, if you pick up your feet then you are no longer digging in and causing resistance against your journey. Be from a place of love and even during the hard times everything seems to fall into place. Be true to yourself.
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Interviews
If a company called me for an interview today does it look bad if I schedule it on Monday ( is that too far away ? ) not feeling good and need time to prep and availability isn’t great this week . but not sure if setting it too far will show disinterest.
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How long should you stay in a position or company? Do you think there is a standard time?
Curious to know others thoughts on this topic. I've been hearing 2-5 years. I think there are multiple factors that determines the time such as security, money, toxic space, they love the role or company, it's not your career goal, they're bored etc
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Resume Red Flags
Some resume details might seem small, but to employers, they can raise big questions and they may hold back the job seeker. Here is a closer look at the red flags that might be doing more harm than good.
https://www.market-connections.net/blog/resume-red-flags
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Hi,
I wanted to get some other perspectives from anyone that has become a mum and feels like they need to/want to take a step back in their career? I don't know if my experience is unusual or if this is a common thing that happens. I have a very limited village, so any illness or issue means I have to take time off work etc. and progressing in my career in a high stress environment doesn't feel sustainable alongside the home life pressure. Is anyone willing to share their experiences?
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Tired of filling out job application forms? You are not alone!
Job searching can be draining, and one of the biggest hurdles is the sheer volume of applications. Don't let application fatigue slow you down. Here's a simple, step-by-step guide to help you power through:
Step 1: Optimize Your Resume for Each Role, Efficiently!
Instead of rewriting your entire resume for every job, focus on targeted tweaks. Identify 3-5 keywords from the job description and make sure they appear naturally in your resume, especially in your summary and experience sections. Use an AI tool or a word cloud generator to quickly spot these keywords in the job posting. This saves time and significantly increases your chances of passing applicant tracking systems (ATS).
Step 2: Craft a Concise, Impactful Cover Letter Template
Stop writing unique cover letters from scratch. Develop a master template that includes sections for your introduction, your key skills and achievements, and a strong closing. For each application, simply customize the company name, job title, and one or two sentences that specifically highlight why you're a perfect fit for this particular role. Keep it brief – three paragraphs are usually enough.
Step 3: Set Application Limits (and Stick to Them!)
It's tempting to apply for everything, but this often leads to burnout. Decide on a realistic number of applications you'll submit each day or week (e.g., 3-5 quality applications per day). Once you hit that number, stop! Use the extra time to network, learn new skills, or simply recharge. This helps maintain your energy and focus, ensuring each application gets the attention it deserves.
What other job search challenges are you facing?
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Hello everyone, I will be re-entering the job market at the start of next year.
I work in the health insurance industry and my job is suddenly not looking so stable. I've been warned I might get a minor hour/pay reduction next year depending on how many clients we lose, best case is 10% and worst case is 25%. I know I'm 'safe' for this AEP - I'm the only receptionist for a family business with 2K clients. If they let me go they would not be able to function. But next AEP is not as guarenteed depending on how bad it gets this and next year, and I'm not waiting to find out. So after this AEP, I'm going to be looking for a new job.
I have not job hunted in about 2 years. How much different is it? I have solid experience in office work and that's mostly what my education was focused on (that and business). Last time I job hunted is when AI was just starting to make it's way into the job application field, and I loathe to find out how pervasive it is now.
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