Pay Forward Coaching

As many of you know, our amazing #careeradvisors can help you with many things with your journey. Including salary negotiation! So if you would like help with any part of your career, for free of course, contact us today! 100% Free, 100% Of The Time ??

We've never fundraised at Pay Forward Coaching. We've held over 4000 free 1:1 coaching sessions with over 1500 individuals in the last two years. We've built a community of 2000+ members. We've assembled a team of over 100 passionate volunteers. All without ever asking for a penny. Everything has been bootstrapped and out of pocket. I'm now asking. My interim CRO role at CarOffer is winding down this quarter. It's been reinvigorating to be back into the daily mix, but I'm excited to get back to being fully immersed in the PFC world. I truly believe we can grow this into a platform that can change so many people's lives. But we need funds to improve our tech stack and advertise our services. If you've been following our journey and want to help, there are three immediate ways to make an impact: 1) Join our free Slack community and share advice wherever you can! Link in comments. 2) Donate funds! None of our volunteers including myself have ever been paid a penny. Our fundraising will support building our platform, services, and brand to help even more people. Link in comments. We are a 501(c)(3) organization and donations are tax-deductible. 3) Donate your technical expertise! We are looking to move our community off free slack, and build a website/platform that incorporates all the matching logic for coaching and host our own community. If you or someone you know can help, we have a volunteer job posting up! Again, link in comments.

Y'all, the October Onslaught has arrived at Zapier. What's the October Onslaught? Oh, it's a phrase I just coined for when we suddenly post a lot of roles in October and need you to apply!! We've added quite a few roles this week, and my team will be posting several additional roles across a range of levels/locations THIS week! Here's some of what you get when you join Zapier: ????100% remote (FOREVER - we have no offices!) ??Competitive compensation with bonuses/equity plans (varies by location - compensation is listed in the job description, and discussed live with your recruiter in your first conversation!) ???Flexible PTO ??Awesome and supportive values and company culture And here are my TOP TIPS to land an interview: ? Emails/DMs are not considered applications. In order to be considered, you must apply directly to the position posted on our jobs page. ?Please take the application seriously. We care more about those responses than we do about your resume. Complete those questions thoroughly. ? While we are remote, we do typically have time zone/location constraints on roles so read the posting for those details. ? We typically see that strong applicants meet most of the descriptors in the "About You" section (and show this on their resume/application). I will share some links around what to expect in the hiring process, as well as some specifics on roles I could use the support of my network in drumming up more applicants! Excited to hire some awesome people to join the team!!!

Thank you, Eric! And great job Neil! This is what its all about! ??

Mark your calendars and see you there!

Interested in a career coach's take on the current job market? ?? As well as his thoughts on common questions from job seekers? ?? We're excited to chat with Mike Connolly on Sept 13. ?? Mike is the Founder of Pay Forward Coaching, a company that provides completely free coaching services to job seekers (+ a great slack community). ?? We'll be touching on the following topics before opening it up to Q&A: ?? How can an applicant stand out from the crowd? ?? What are the best ways to build your personal network? ?? The feelings of isolation and failure during the job search. RSVP today & share with anyone else who might be interested! ?? #linkedinlive #jobsearch #coaching #community #jobseekers #careeradvice #networking #newjob #jobmarket #qanda #live #event

Embrace your gift! Work hard, focus, be determined, and avoid judging your progress based on the progress of others.

Thank you Bonnie Dilber for the shout out! We appreciate you ????

At Pay Forward Coaching we spend a lot of time discussing how to find your next role. I think we spend less on how to transition into that new role. 60 days into my own new role, some personal reflections, learnings, and re-learnings: * Ask a million questions! And then ask some more. This was something I didn't do well in prior roles. This time I'm being intentional about questioning everything, and I feel like it's the fastest I've ever ramped up. * Make quick moves. I see a lot of advice about 30/60/90 plans, where the first 30 is purely observation and learning. There is often low-hanging fruit that you can go after more quickly. Don't be afraid to (thoughtfully) break a few eggs early on. * Get to know everyone. Prioritize 1:1s and small group meetings with not only your team/peers but also as many cross-functional people as possible. For me this means in-person whenever possible - it's just a different level of connection you make when you're physically in the same place. * Draw your own conclusions. Many people in the business will likely share their viewpoints on people, process, strategy, etc. Listen, but don't take what they say as gospel. Instead, investigate and develop your own viewpoints, which could be very different.

Procrastination can be a significant hurdle when searching for a job. Tackling it requires a mix of strategies to stay focused, motivated, and productive. Here are some effective ways to combat procrastination in your job search: 1) Set Clear Goals: Define what you want to achieve each day. Break down your job search into smaller, manageable tasks such as updating your resume, writing a cover letter, or applying to a certain number of jobs. Clear goals provide direction and make the process less overwhelming. 2) Create a Schedule: Allocate specific times of the day for job searching. Treat it like a job with dedicated hours. A consistent routine helps build momentum and reduces the temptation to delay. 3) Eliminate Distractions: Identify what distracts you most and take steps to minimize it. This could mean finding a quiet place to work, turning off notifications, or using apps that block distracting websites. 4) Prioritize Tasks: Use the Eisenhower Matrix to categorize tasks based on urgency and importance. Focus on high-priority tasks first to ensure you’re making meaningful progress. 5) Stay Organized: Keep track of the jobs you’ve applied to, upcoming deadlines, and follow-up actions. Tools like spreadsheets or job search apps can help you stay organized and avoid last-minute scrambles. 6) Seek Support: Share your goals with a friend or join a job search group. Accountability can boost your motivation and provide encouragement when you hit a rough patch. 7) Reward Yourself: Set up a reward system for completing tasks. This could be something simple like a short break, a treat, or an activity you enjoy. Rewards create positive reinforcement and make the process more enjoyable. 8) Practice Self-care: Job searching can be stressful. Make sure to take care of your physical and mental health. Exercise, eat well, and get enough rest to keep your energy levels up. By implementing these strategies, you can combat procrastination and make your job search more efficient and successful. Remember, persistence and consistency are key. Stay focused, and keep moving forward.