Career Growth Made Easy Craig Ancel

Do You Suffer from Verbal Diarrhea?
Have you ever been told you talk too much? Do you ever see people's eyes start to glaze over when you're sharing too much information? Ouch. You may have a case of...verbal diarrhea. Let's talk (but not too much) about it.

Maybe you've never been directly told you talk too much...but do you? Your audience may be giving you subtle clues that they're not interested. Your time, and their time, is too valuable. Get tips on how to focus on the important items and gain confidence when communicating with today's episode!

Chapters
[02:19]
LIM - Less Is More! It's simple, but true!

[04:01]
The importance of 'inward' communication (our listening skills)

[07:15]
I, myself, am guilty of talking too much. I feel as though it comes from a place of passion, but even so, it's not something that's beneficial to you or others.

[10:51]
When you approach someone to communicate, focus on one or two main points you want to cover, to limit your potential to get sidetracked.

[13:23]
Don't be afraid of silence!

[15:34]
If you find yourself rambling in an interview, just BE HONEST! Tell the interviewer you are nervous, this will be more effective than you think.

How to Set Up Your Resume for Internship Applications
I recently got on TikTok! You can find me @CareerCoachCraig. There, I get comments and messages from those who have burning questions about their resumes, interviews, job challenges, and more!

This week's episode is directly inspired by a college student who reached out to me and asked how to set up their resume for an internship. Internships can play a huge role in helping you grow on your career path, but it can be difficult to secure the position - especially if it's a popular or prestigious field. Today's episode is going to set you up for success by helping you set up your resume for your next internship interview!

Identifying and Overcoming Your Weaknesses
Are there people in your life that you wish you were like? When you pass by a manager or leader, do you recognize certain talents or skills that you wish you had, too?

You're thankful they're in charge of their specific projects, since they do a good job, but you wish you had the ability and opportunity to lead as well? It's time to figure out and overcome your weaknesses!

In today's episode, let's perform a personal SWOT analysis and learn how to identify and overcome struggles at work.

A Lack of Confidence Can Hurt You
Does it feel like others around you are getting chosen or promoted ahead of you? This could be attributed to their confidence. If you struggle with being confident, you could be losing out on opportunities around you - all because you don't show faith in yourself!

In today's episode, we're going to talk about walking the line between uplifting others and uplifting yourself! Allowing those around you to shine, but not outshine you. When you have confidence, your colleagues are confident in you.

Re-entering the Job World? Here's How to Update Your Resume!
If you've been out of work for some time and you're considering going back into the field...the most important thing you can do...is listen to this episode!

If you want to make this transition a lot smoother, let's update your resume! You deserve the best possible chance to get the best possible job. A current resume is the ultimate weapon.

Tune in now!

Chapters
[02:06]
Did you know the content on your resume helps hiring managers determine your value?

[04:20]
Envision what you're doing now, what you've done before, and what you can do in the future

[07:33]
Recruiters have told me: applicants are putting TOO MUCH on their resume!

[09:36]
Make sure your resume is visually appealing

[11:37]
You may have work experience that doesn't align with the position - don't include that, or find a way to make it applicable!

[12:50]
Your resume should be a brief summary of your potential - don't overwhelm them with too much

[17:22]
Update your resume. Learn about the current techniques. ONLY include relevant information about yourself!

[21:01]
Use SMART when building your resume - that includes adding numbers and statistics to help your accomplishments be quantified

[24:06]
Using bullets on your resume is a good way to organize, but be sure not to overdo it

Thinking About Leaving Your Job? Listen To This First!
If you've ever thought about leaving your job  - or you're thinking of leaving right now - this episode is for you! Tune in for a FREE coaching session as we  perform a quick self-check to figure out what to do next! We'll be looking at money, benefits, and environment.

Let's evaluate your situation and conduct an assessment to determine your best move, even if that really means leaving your job...ASAP!

Chapters
[02:04]
We'll cover 3 main topics: money, benefits, and environment

[03:28]
Money is a main motivator

[05:30]
How well are you doing your job? Rate yourself!

[07:18]
When it comes to pay, research what the average income for your position typically is, and use that to gauge your earnings.

[09:37]
Not all jobs offer benefits...does yours?

[12:36]
Do you have coworkers that make your experience negative?

[14:38]
Try and find the root of the issue. Maybe you should speak to their manager, or human resources, for advice if there is trouble with a coworker.

[17:20]
Which of the 3 factors is causing you issues? Is it a combination of all 3? Maybe you are a part of the problem...let's address that!

[19:52]
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Breaking Down Unconscious Bias (#189)