How to recession-proof YOUR career
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We’re in the midst of a global crisis, and we don’t know where we’re going—or do we?
Having worked and recruited through and post-recession I do have predictions and recommendations and I'm here to help.
COVID-19 is a personal and collective crisis
We are struggling to understand its implications on our lives and future. The news headlines are fear-based and soul-destroying. Every day, we hear of the loss of life. People are grieving.
But the truth is, things haven’t been that rosy for a while.
Maybe this stay-at-home period will help us find a new perspective and give us a fresh start?
Companies will be reviewing their people strategies. They’ll use this situation to reevaluate how things are done, how people work, and, most importantly, who they have onboard. This will be reflected in the recruitment and restructuring processes that will unfold, which means that things can only get tougher on the career ladder.
So, this is the time to clarify your value and expertise, consider your transferrable skills, and polish up your act for what lies ahead.
My career newsletter
I’ve launched a newsletter based on my background and personal experience in headhunting and recruiting. Having worked in highly competitive sectors and through recession – I’m familiar with the way things work.
Job-searching, interviews and recruitment processes are going to get even more competitive and you need to be ultra prepared.
If there was ever a time to work on your professional profile it’s now!
Why listen to me?
In case we haven’t met, I’m Tracy Short, executive search consultant, coach, and wellbeing enthusiast. For more than 20 years, I’ve helped well-known brands and companies recruit their key people. Many of the assignments that I’ve been entrusted to work on have been high-profile and confidential. I’ve worked through a recession, helped businesses build turnaround teams, and created teams from scratch.
Companies need good people like you, but first, you must know how to position yourself and sell yourself. And that's where I come in!
My style
I’m described as straight-talking, challenging and fun. It’s how I get results.
HOW I WORK
How to write a CV that recruiters/headhunters will want to read
How to use LinkedIn to market your professional brand and attract inbound leads
Why you need to stop thinking like a candidate and start thinking like a service provider
The art of career story and how to stop sounding boring
How to use your unique experience to elevate your profile
How to position and sell your expertise with confidence
How to transform your communication skills to inspire confidence in others
How to avoid making the classic ‘candidate’ mistakes
How to think creatively and strategically about your transferrable skills and job search
How to build your personal brand and why you need to
And more!
ABOUT ME
I’m Tracy, a Career Consultant and former Executive Headhunter. Through 1:1 coaching, I help senior executives and leaders land great jobs and be successful at work.
I work with clients around the world from my London-based Zoom office.
If you’re ready for straight talk and career guidance, get in touch – let's start the conversation.
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