Author: © 2010 - All Rights Reserved - Sharon B. Cohen Sharon B. Cohen, MA, Counselling Psychology, CPRP. Member of MBA CSC and NCDA. Sharon is a Career Transition Specialist and Virtual Career Counselor who resides in Atlanta, GA. In her private practice she provides career counseling, testing and education for business professionals. She teaches her clients to leverage S...
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Blue Ocean Strategy - Identify your Niche in Crowded Job Market! by Sharon Cohen - Aug, 2012 Are you using a Red Ocean strategy or a Blue Ocean Strategy? Worried about competing in the current job market? Feel like you're on the edge of a job search cliff? If you are in business school, then this MBA lingo will be commonplace. However, for those of us who aren't business majors it can be both annoying and intriguing. These days, it's common for job seekers to be compared to consumer products. Marke... |
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What Motivates you at Work: Factors for Career Happiness! by Sharon Cohen - Jul, 2012 Your dream job is another person's nightmare. Don't worry about what jobs your classmates are pursueing, you need to chart your own course! When I worked as a Business Career Advisor in Vancouver, BC, Canada I was given a great recruitment project from Starbucks Head Office... Since ten years have passed, I can share this story with you. For those of you who may not know, Starbucks was founded in the Pacific Northwest ... |
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ATS software is screening your resume! 5 resources to get noticed by Sharon Cohen - Jun, 2012 Is your resume getting the attention it deserves? Ever wonder what happens when you apply online? Ever try to apply to a job for which you are qualified, only to be blocked by the software? Wonder if the keywords in your resume are the “hot” keywords for your industry? If you answered yes, to any of these questions, you need to learn about ATS software. Each time you submit a resume online, chances are that A... |
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Fairy Job Mother: Is this the right career for me? by Sharon Cohen - May, 2012 I wish I was a Fairy Job-Mother with magic career powers! I'd like to wave a wand and instantly connect people with their dream jobs. As a Career counselor - I'm frequently asked: What career should I pursue? What will make me happy? How can I be sure? Well, you know what two things everyone can be sure of - and neither are related to career choices! I wish I could guarantee people's career happiness! If only ... |
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Career Confusion: Take a Career Quiz! by Sharon Cohen - May, 2012 • Can't stand your current job, but feel stuck? • Are you overwhelmed with job-search buzz words? • Learn the top 25 activities of succesful job seekers! Take heart, the lack of call backs and interviews may have nothing to do with your education or experience. It could be that you are simply using old, outdated or inefficient job search techniques. It is not your fault. Most people wouldn't hesitate to hire a pers... |
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Be a Career Success, Not a Statistic! Inspirational Stories about Real Job Seekers by Sharon Cohen - Sep, 2011 •Feeling discouraged about the job market? •Frustrated with all of the negative press? •Hear some good news for once! •Read about career success stories. •Get inspired! The best, very best part of my job is when my clients get hired! There is nothing more gratifying!As a career advisor I know that job search is a process, it is not a Starbucks' Drive- Through experience. I wish I could just hand jobs out to my clients.... |
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Is your Resume an old Laundry List? Use KSA's to get noticed! by Sharon Cohen - Sep, 2011 •Is your Resume Good? •Is it really good? •How do you know? •Worried that your resume is just a laundry list of skills? Writing an effective resume is both an art and a science. Many job seekers choose "random" or "free" resume templates as if this was a one size fits all proposition. To create an effective resume, first you must understand how resumes are read. Learn what employers aqnd recruiters are looking fo... |
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Wait - Don't Apply for that Job! Job Task Analysis - Secrets of Recruiters. by Sharon Cohen - Jun, 2011 Don't apply for that job, until you read this post! Make sure that you're REALLY qualified. Let me walk you through a professional, job-task analysis. Understand what the employer really wants in a candidate when they write the job description. As a Career Transition Specialist, I broker between employers and candidates. The Career Advisors support the employers with recruitment, job postings, and even pre-screening can... |
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Are you Unconsciously Incompetent? 25 Essential Job Search Skills for 2011! by Sharon Cohen - Jun, 2011 •Are you a getting multiple job interviews and offers? •Is your Job Search progressing or stalled? •Want to learn new skills? In the 21rst century, employers will no longer take responsibility for their employee's careers and/or career paths. Each of us must do this ourselves. However, people rarely receive formal training in Job- Search strategy. Is it any wonder that job-search, job-loss and/or career change is a so scar... |
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Just Hired? Don't get Fired! What's Hot, What's Not! by Sharon Cohen - Jun, 2011 •Just hired, coast is clear •Just hired, a bit anxious •Just hired, in over my head •Just hired, afraid I'll be fired.... The most dangerous time for a new hire is the first day, first week and then the first month! Many people are on their best behavior during the job search and interview process. Howevever, it's essential to understand the 'cuture' of your new company, the key players and the scope of your new role. If y... |
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