Job loss or job opportunity?

Being separated from one’s job is extremely challenging because many of us closely identify by what we “do” for a living.

When the job is taken away, we can lose track of who we are and even why we are,  Emotional issues aside, many of us are able to identify the practical issues, from determining how long our financial resources will sustain, to deciding if a career change was in order. In other words, practical planning for the future.

Eather Recruitment conduct Outplacement Services, and through guided facilitation, many came to terms with important emotional and practical issues, and also come to terms with ( I use the old term “moving on”) and   “Where to go from here?” .

Most importantly, consider why you lost your job – often the Company downsized, so, it was not your fault. Determine if this was an industry trend  and if there still is a future within the same field. Career change  is always a serious consideration, and if not a possibility for you, maybe this difficult stage can be a good opportunity to spruce up some skills in order to increase marketability within the current and future job market.

Rather than looking at a job loss as a horrible thing, (for too long) many consider the possible positive implications of this situation. Taking the time to make some positive changes — like switching careers or industries; or learning some new skills and improving upon existing ones; or perhaps consider relocating. The outplacement services help to identify transferable skills and possible links to other industries and jobs. There is nothing like an objective and evaluative view of your skills, knowledge and experience and how these can be best utilized in the current job market. It’s very empowering to hear a recruitment professional provide you with positive and affirming evaluation, constructive criticism that is meaningful and useful. Add the knowledge of the job market and the advice on a great resume, and you have the ingredients for a great future.

Are you looking forward to your next opportunity? Because you never know what doors this turn of events may open for you. I steal a quote from Mark Twain, ” you have to go out on a limb to grab the fruit” risk is what life is all about!

Many are very receptive during the outplacement sessions, and post sessions, Eather Recruitment are always here to provide further Job assistance or support.

The support on offer can range from simply forging a new resume, to regular sessions that help to flesh out career and personal goals. Job search and job applications are also an area of assistance.

Whatever your needs, whatever your direction we are here to assist you to achieve your goals sooner rather than later!

Outplacement Services are available

Ivana Agapiou – outplacement consultant and resume writer

Eather Recruitment 0404 056 278 – Here are some further links that may assist

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The difference between winning or losing that job..

“OMG! Did I really say that?” How many times have  you heard yourself say this, after a job interview? That play back “cringe” that you experience and that after-shock while you rewind your performance at the interview and worry yourself sick over what you said, how you said it, or didn’t say, or could’ve said .. coulda-woulda-shouda

All I can say is that experience is a damn fine thing, so keep applying for roles and keep attending as many interviews as you can. When you are rewinding and reliving your interview experience, try to remember the great and the good things you did too!  Many interviewees suffer the after-shame, and many get better the next time round! Just in case you don’t already know, here are  13 tips on what you must NEVER say or do! Memorize these mandatory rules …  here are the DON’Ts

1. Bag or bad mouth past or current employers, claiming a negative experience – wrong! Stay positive and sound grateful!
2. Over-talk and bang on and on…just answer the question your were asked succinctly and precisely
3. Avoid eye contact – make sure you connect with the interviewer/s with good eye contact and SMILE
4. Turn up ill prepared and without researching the company before the interview
5. Turn up late or not at all!
6. Mumble – practice speaking clearly
7. Dress inappropriately – dress to impress always
8. Act shy and say “I’m not used to Interviews”. Or  “I am nervous”.
9. Respond with a “NO” ….  and say nothing else… always commence and couch responses positively
10. Behave disinterested and bored
11. Claim you want the job because of the easy hours and its close proximity to your home address!
12. Have NO questions prepared to ask the interviewer at the end of the interview
13. Have a resume filled with fake assertions- present with an authentic resume!

Hope this helps you in your next interview!

Ivana Agapiou career advisor and resume writer

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