Thread by @swemyada

The end of the year is a great time & opportunity for reflection & introspection, as well as for planning & decision-making.

Take advantage of this period to create your CAREER ACTION PLAN.

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.@julietkego
.@segalink
.@MKabrik
.@johnonyeukwu
.@LNCtoday
.@MyadaEEC

1. Decide & write down your CAREER GOALS:
Make your goals S.M.A.R.T.
SPECIFIC - What do you want to do? What skills/qualifications do you require? What jobs/positions do you desire? Specialist, Manager, Executive or Entrepreneur?

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MEASURABLE - How will you know when you achieve it? Is it a promotion to a new position?

ACHIEVABLE - Is it in your power to accomplish it? Does it rely entirely on others?

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REALISTIC - Can you realistically achieve it? Do you have or are you making efforts to meet requirements?

TIMELY - When exactly do you want to accomplish it? 3 years? 5 years?

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2. Set up your RESEARCH:
- Define your desired position(s)
- Identify company name(s) & business sectors - create keywords e.g. finance, healthcare, energy, manager, officer etc
- Select locations

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3. Know the COMPANY:
- What is their governance structure?
- What job titles are used?
- Check available career paths
- Check the profiles of HR & Recruiters
- Follow their company page to get latest news & info
- Explore networking opportunities with current & past employees

4. Create a TARGET MAP:
- Define geographical area(s)
- Match with sector & company names
- Use selected keywords & job titles
- Select seniority level/salary

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5. Get ideas & inspiration from NETWORKS:
- Register & use professional networks effectively e.g. LinkedIn, Glassdoor, Workmaze etc
- Update your CV/Profile regularly - every 3 months, to improve your performance on the ATS

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- Take advantage of network & opportunities on other platforms e.g. Twitter, Facebook

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6. Your APPLICATION:
- Check any keywords in the Job Description & capture in your application
- Align your application with the company value & messages
- Get inspired. Focus on your WHY - WHY YOU?
- Use your networks

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7. APPLY!
- If you are seriously searching try to send average of 10-15 CVs per week
- Use an analysis tool to keep track of all your applications. You can use an Excel spreadsheet

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- Follow-up on your applications in a professional manner. Send a short e-mail asking if they have received your application or require additional info. Say thank you after the interview.
- Stay positive. DON'T GIVE UP!

8. Stay AHEAD:
- Always be prepared to share your ELEVATOR PITCH in 30 seconds, 1-2 minutes or 5-7 minutes.
- GOOGLE YOURSELF. Do you like what you see? Others can see it too.

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- Check coherence & consistency across various platforms & in your CVs
- Use privacy filters
- Be a smart follower
- Join more networks
- Always have a plan B (C,D....)

Wish you a fruitful & rewarding #2020!

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