S01 Ep65: Preparing for a Transition

Ever Better Today

English - April 21, 2017 07:00 - 18 minutes - 17.6 MB - ★★★★★ - 65 ratings
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How do you navigate through transitions in your life? If you're like most people, no matter how excited you may be for a change, you also feel a tinge of fear underneath the surface. Taking time to prepare and plan for a transition can ease uncertainty and doubt. In this podcast, I discuss preparing for a job or career change and the steps also apply to other transitions.

PRO stands for Preparing, Researching, and Opportunity seeking. Today’s podcast focuses on the first part of the transition framework, Preparing. Subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss future shows on Researching and Opportunity Seeking. But first - let’s get prepared!

Key Takeaways:

[03:21] 5-Steps to take when you are preparing for a career or job change.

1. Create a separate gmail account.

2. Write a short biography before updating your resume.

3. Check your personal style and make needed updates.

4. Subscribe to daily or weekly job alerts.

5. Do something outside of your comfort zone.

[13:08] Why would someone attend a Toastmasters meeting?

[14:32] Could taking a dance class really change my life?

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