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Good Morning,
We've had a couple heavy weeks in the US, with two mass shootings. I hope you are taking care of yourself.
When it comes to analogies for career topics and running, I've had a harder time thinking of them this month. Potentially because my thoughts are one some of these hard things happening in the world and our country today. Taking action has been something that helps me to feel like I'm not helpless in a situation. Which is similar to your career, and my running races.
Last weekend, I had the opportunity to run in a 10-mile trail race. I'd been running a decent amount leading up to it, and even had a successful race the weekend prior, but realized leading up to the race I wasn't fully prepared, and then it was also going to be so HOT! So I took action in the week leading up to the race. I drank more water, Nuun, and other rehydration drinks. I took it easy on my runs, I prepared for the almost 2 hours of running in 90+ degree heat (and almost 100% humidity), and I adjusted my goals from a PR to just finishing and not feeling awful.
The same can be done in a job search. When your search is going well, your are getting interviews, and offers you can keep moving along as you had been. But if you are applying (or not finding jobs to apply to), and nothing happens, then it is time to adjust, take action and do something different. In the job search that may be evaluating the type of job you are applying to, adjusting your tailoring of your resume and cover letter, or practicing interviewing to see if there is something to modify. Taking action can help you assess where you are in the process, your goals, and help you get to your next step.
In this Career Digest, I will share a few professional development opportunities, which will include conferences and workshops, upcoming events, and a few resources.
I am always available to discuss your career goals, help with your Professional Development Plan, and/or review your resume/cover letter, help with your job search, and/or help as you negotiate a job offer. Wherever you are in the program or in your professional journey, I'd love to connect and help you develop your plan for next steps!
Lastly, don't forget to connect to the Microsoft Teams Career Services and Professional Development Team - access teams through Heelmail. We encourage you all to engage in the conversation in the teams group, ask questions, answer questions, share resources, etc. In addition to the team group, I am available for individual chat through MS teams - chat me anytime.
Again, take care of yourselves, and have a good Memorial Day Weekend.
Allison
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