Thursday Thought November 29, 2012

READ SOMETHING IN YOUR INDUSTRY

Articles that may be of interest:

Job Seach Tip Read Something in Your Industry.wmv

Jul 31, 2012

Reading about your own industry or one that you might like to transition into can keep you abreast of needs or opportunities that you might be able to fill. It can keep you one step ahead of your colleagues (or boss). This can ...

http://www.jobsearchfortherestofus.com/

Job Search for the Rest of Us!: Job search tip of the day: Cold call ...

Aug 23, 2012

You might go so far as to seek out a mentor with a company near you that is in an industry for which you would like to work. 3. To hone your communication skills and increase your self confidence in interacting with others in a ...

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Job Search for the Rest of Us!: Job Search Tip of the Day Follow up

Aug 03, 2012

Employers, regardless of industry, are looking for eager, proactive workers who go the extra mile. Follow up is a simple way to show you meet this expectation. 4. Information. Following up by phone or in person may allow you ...

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Job Search for the Rest of Us!: Guest Post 15 Famous Companies ...

Jun 01, 2012

The company remained in textiles until 1967, when Buffett expanded investments into the insurance industry, a reach that now includes utilities, railroads, and newspapers. The last of the textile operations were shut down in ...

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Job Seach Tip Read Something in Your Industry.wmv

One of the reasons I love being a Career Expert and truly believe that everyone working should be more planful about their careers, whether they are a laborer, a waitress, or a manager.


What will you do if you are injured at work or in an accident? Or, if you are doing hard physical work - what will you do when your body can no longer keep up?


Reading about your own industry or one that you might like to transition into can keep you abreast of needs or opportunities that you might be able to fill.  It can keep you one step ahead of your colleagues (or boss).  This can really give you an edge over another candidate, even if you are making a lateral change.


If you are not working or making a career change, this can be crucial!  By reading about your chosen industry on a regular basis you will keep your knowledge current and be prepared for any opportunities that might present themselves.  


Not only that (as if it weren't enough!) it can make you feel connected and confident - something you miss when you aren't working or facing a career change.


In addition to reading something about your industry I also recommend that you read about job searching or career planning.  If you are unemployed, set aside an hour a day for reading career planning or industry-related information. 


There are plenty of free resources on the internet, but don't forget about your local library for books and trade magazines.  

I'd love to hear from you! Comment below...

Mary Sherwood, MS, CDMS, CCM

lifeworks@mail.com

Professional, Rehab, &; Occupational Services, LLC

http://www.life-works.info

http://www.injuredworkerhelpdesk.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/marysevinsky

Landline 302.644.1827 | Mobile: 410.444.1989 | Skype Mary E. Sherwood

I'd love to hear from you! Comment below...

Mary Sherwood, MS, CDMS, CCM

lifeworks@mail.com

Professional, Rehab, &; Occupational Services, LLC

http://www.life-works.info

http://www.injuredworkerhelpdesk.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/marysevinsky

Landline 302.644.1827 | Mobile: 410.444.1989 | Skype Mary E. Sherwood

Read another great article: Injured Worker Help Desk: Volunteer to Work

You may not be current with the current computer software, techniques, or theories being used in your targeted industry(ies). You may never have had the opportunity to use or practice skills employers are looking for.

http://www.injuredworkerhelpdesk.com/