Coach Dave March

Are you a job seeker who has had the concern: “Recruiters just don’t get our technical needs”? I am here to make a stand for recruiters and help jobseekers know the difference between them and career coaches. Here's the truth: while generalist recruiters might miss the nitty-gritty, the best ones work closely with hiring managers to truly understand the role. They’re like a vibe check for your career—they may not be experts in C++ or JavaScript, but they know how to spot top talent when they see it. So instead of pulling up concerns and complaints about recruiters go with the flow, use the river’s power as your own. Key Takeaways - ? Dedicated Recruiters Make a Difference - ?They invest their time and energy into understanding the technical nuances of the role and they become the critical line of defense for hiring managers — don’t discredit or disparage them it’s only hurting to do so. ? Strong Relationships Matter - ?Building a good relationship with your recruiter is essential. They’re here to help you shine by matching your skills to the right role, not to hold you back. ? Hiring managers are busy on projects - ?The recruiter is there because the hiring manager is busy making progress on projects plus, they could be short-staffed. Recruiters are often working with hiring managers to bridge that gap. Respect your recruiter and leverage their expertise to get your foot in the door. Remember, in today's competitive market, your recruiter can be your secret weapon. Trust the process, build that connection, and watch your opportunities multiply. ?? For more insights on career growth and hiring strategies, subscribe to the Growth Mindset Podcast on YouTube: https://lnkd.in/e5MqQ_cx Want to advance in your career? Be our guest on the growth mindset podcast! ?https://bit.ly/40T13X0

I’ve noticed through my years of putting out content, what people related the most with were my articles on old-school leadership styles vs new school leadership. We will be going over this in - ??? The Growth Mindset Podcast! Does fear-based management crush innovation instead of fostering it? ?? It’s time to shift the narrative. ?? On the Growth Mindset Podcast, we’ll explore how new-school leadership inspires people, builds trust, and creates high-performing teams. The podcast will be more than audio, they will have Video + audio elements making them more like episodes featuring: ? Deep dives into trending articles (like “Old-School vs. New-School Leadership”) ? Expert guest speakers sharing actionable insights ? Real strategies to help leaders thrive ?? Episode 1 tackles fear-based leadership—its pitfalls and how trust-based inspiration creates sustainable success. The first episode is set to release on 1.21.24 - on YouTube. Ready to join the movement toward people-centered leadership? Follow us for updates and catch the launch episode! ??

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??Maximize Your LinkedIn Profile: Expert Tips from Coach Dave March?? Your LinkedIn profile is more than just a digital resume—it's your personal billboard on the internet highway! ?? In this video, I break down actionable tips to help you stand out, attract attention, and optimize your LinkedIn presence for success. Key Takeaways: ? Headline & Banner Image: These are the first things people see. Make sure your banner image reflects your personality and make sure your headline gives context on who you are, not just your job title. ? Highlight Your Skills: Add your top skills to the About section for maximum visibility. Don’t bury them at the bottom! ? Featured Section: Use it to showcase standout projects, articles, or anything that highlights your expertise. ? Networking Matters: LinkedIn is unmatched for B2B connections—engage, message, and build relationships, linkedin is the best tool for this. ? Job Recommendations—I have used LinkedIn extensively and its job recommendation engine is not good. However, Jobright.ai gives great job recommendations. ?? Want a LinkedIn profile review and a list of the best job boards tailored to your needs? Simply send me a message with the word CAREER and we can discuss. To your success! Coach Dave #LinkedInTips #PersonalBranding #Networking #CareerSuccess #CoachDaveMarch

All I can do is send my resume and wait... This is how most job seekers feel. They hire a resume writer, or they do it themselves and spend many hours, updating it, changing it for every single application. They believe that resume writing is the end all be all and there is nothing else that can be done. As a resume writer for many years, I felt the same way, I would pour my heart and soul into the resumes I wrote for my clients, thinking that the resume will by-it-self do all the heavy lifting, and all they had to do was apply and boom they would have a position. When they didn't get interviews with the resume they worked so hard on, guess what people said... "It's the ATS's fault and it's A.I.'s fault that I am not getting interviews" THESE ARE ALL THE WRONG BELIEFS What I realized over time is that there is a much better way and my clients needed a change of mindset. Most were coming from the mindset of... I don't want to bother them, OR No one will help me, they are too busy doing their own thing, OR I am not important to them... Again, they had the wrong belief. The correct belief is Self-advocacy, determination, and grit. Self-advocacy - Speaking up, and telling your story of success (This is what I do during my resume-building coaching calls with clients) Determination - Sending out messages in every channel possible, taking an omni-channel approach, which means cold calls, emails, and LinkedIn messages. (This is what I do with my clients in the networking accelerator) Grit - Getting out there going to networking events and building your personal brand. (Providing you with accountability and encouragement to fight forward even after rejection letters) This is how you market yourself, it's more than a resume, you are more than your resume. To your success, Coach Dave

New Article Alert! - There are so many career coaches out in the marketplace today, so how do you decide? and what does a career coach do? I answer these and many other questions in my latest article - Career Coaching: Savior or Scam? A Guide to Finding Your True North Find the article below.

Is career coaching worth it or is it a scam? What exactly do career coaches do? I explore these topics and many more in my latest article - Career Coaching: Savior or Scam? A Guide to Finding Your True North The article will be released by Thursday

Want to know how to make your candidacy stand out for that role you love? In this video, Alex and I give you the insider secrets! We discuss, how AI is being used, how to rise above the competition and much more!

Here is a short 90-second clip on the career landscape for spring 2024. It features my friend and fellow recruiter / sourcer Alex Trusty. We talked about what makes your resume stand out!