What does it take to get hired in today's broken career marketplace?

Just a few updated skills to stay a few steps ahead of the recruiters and hiring managers...  

Re-focus your strategy and check out a few of these processes and procedures to level the playing field, get more traction, and  get more offers.

You need a quiver full of arrows.

Whether  you're going for a full-time W2 position, or launching a consulting practice, going freelance, or starting a traditional or digital business, it's tough to get traction these days.

Define Your Value Proposition

Get really clear on the pain you alleviate and the problems you solve.

Draft a Compelling Message

Capture the enthusiasm, the passion, and the commitment you feel for what you do.

Network Network Network

Now more than ever, it's a numbers game. The more people you meet, the more referrals you'll get.

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