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3 tools for career planning
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3 tools for career planning

I often get asked what career planning tools I recommend. The answer is: There is not just one tool, as we are all different people and in different stages of our career. I am sharing the 3 tools that I am using for planning my career steps. Based on my personality I start every year with a vision board. From this vision board I derive 90 day targets. During the year I plan my action steps in a tool called ASANA. Here I can break down my annual goals into quarterly and monthly plans and even more granular levels. The last tool is simple and powerful – it is a focused journaling exercise. I am writing my “BOOK OF SUCCESS”.

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Personal branding as an employee Strategically Visible  in the corporate world
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Personal branding as an employee Strategically Visible in the corporate world

Let me share simple tips on sharpening your image to be successful in your corporate career and answer the question of why you even need to think about it. Your image or let´s call it Personal Brand should highlight your strengths, establish a reputation, build trust, and communicate the unique attributes you bring to your current (or desired) industry. Cultivated well, your personal brand will signal to employers whether or not you’ll be the right fit for an open role.

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5 Reasons to Create Your Vision Board
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5 Reasons to Create Your Vision Board

Vision boards have gained popularity over the years. The idea behind vision boards is that you find visual representation of your goals.
What works for you doesn´t work for all so take control over your life and start envisioning your future as you need to trust your gut.

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Job searching tips - Focus on LinkedIn
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Job searching tips - Focus on LinkedIn

Job Searching? Simple and Quick Tips

Looking for a job can be stressful in your life, but with proper planning, you can prepare yourself to land a job as quickly as possible. It doesn’t really matter what field you’re in, there are universal traits you can develop to make you look attractive to your future employer.

You’ll also benefit from making the whole process easier on yourself. Of course, you want to find a job as quickly as possible, but you also want to avoid stressing yourself out or feeling forced into making rash decisions just because you’re desperate to land a job.

The best is to prepare your LinkedIn Profile already at times where you are not looking for a new job. Keep your profile updated at all times and ensure it is telling your story. Think about you as a brand. Take care of this brand and control the messaging.

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