Q4 Scaries - And How You Can Avoid The Trap
Laura Bashore
CEO & Franchise Owner - Certified Career Coach | AI Specialist Keynote Speaker & Trainer | Podcast Host | LinkedIn | Networking | Resumes | Interview?? Helping Entrepreneurs, Executives, and Business Owners Scale.
Allow Me to Reintroduce Myself
Que the "How it started" and "How its going" meme! Over the past year I've gone through significant change. Began a new business, TEAM Referral Network San Diego County , became a certified AI Specialist, and began building out my business coaching side of business. I serve on the boards of Classics 4 Kids and North San Diego Business Chamber .
What hasn't changed? I am still a wicked career coach, have two amazing children, and love giving back to clients, business partners, and nonprofits. Oh, and I'm still an avid concertgoer!
With all of these changes, it can be hard to stay grounded. Do you find that is true for you during times of shift as well?
Avoiding Overwhelm During Times of Change
Let’s talk about What you’re doing and Why you’re doing it…
Burnout is what we try to avoid as professionals. Whether you work for someone, are in the middle of a side hustle, or own your own business - you face burnout.
Developing your own set of standards will ensure you avoid this by providing check point or stopping point before you get there.
I’m sharing mine with you. It’s the 3 Ps. When I’m feeling unaligned, I check in with my 3 Ps and adjust from there.This week has been full of - 5 networking events, client projects due, kids sports, podcast developments, and the Eric Clapton concert. But worth every second of my time!Some weeks are more full than others. It’s life. Adjust accordingly ??
What You Can Look Forward to as a Subscriber
Anew Career Take is your number one source on “how-to” build your career while maintaining authenticity, gaining clarity, and increasing your spark to move forward.
Whether you’re an employee, business owner, or contractor, this newsletter is for you!
Each month I’ll share proven methods and actionable tips to support your career momentum.
There are 5 Keys to Career Success:
1. Resume & Cover Letter
2.??????Interview Skillset
3.??????LinkedIn
4.??????Networking
5.??????Career Development
How do I know the 5 Keys stated above are essential? I have used these tools in my own success. Throughout my career, I have made 5 industry changes. I have risen to management and above in every industry by mastering the 5 Keys to Career Success.
As a career coach, I help my clients using the same strategies. And that is where the Anew Career Take newsletter comes in, I want to share what I know.
Career Change: When to Walk Away from a “Good Job.”
One Monday morning, a woman drove into the parking garage of her "Good Job" and began to sob openly. The thought of walking into the building ignited a level of anxiety and sadness, causing her, a grown woman, to cry. But Why? She made great money, was in upper management, career goals she worked hard to achieve. In addition, the woman was getting married in two months. Why was she sad?
That woman was me. I had felt this way about my job for some time and could not figure out how to change my situation until the morning I cried in the garage. And that was it. I went into the building, asked to speak with my Director, and quit that very morning.
In hindsight, I should have left my job three months before I did. Then I could have given two weeks’ notice, and possibly avoided that morning.
I was even offered to give two weeks' notice, but I was so burned out I asked if l could leave. Thankfully, my boss agreed and walked me out with no malice — the joys of having a good boss.
Was it the right time to leave with no employment prospects and a looming wedding?
My answer is YES!
I felt immediate relief. That morning turned into the happiest morning I experienced in months.
My co-workers, friends, and family did not have the same response. But I was not concerned about my future.
And upon reflection, I know why.
I was confident in my TRANSFERABLE SKILLS. I knew my value, and because I had risen to management positions in multiple industries throughout my career, I knew how to highlight my expertise and discuss my attributes in the interview process.
But most professionals, even those in management positions, do not know how to write or discuss their transferable skills. Are you one of these professionals? It is time to start focusing on your career development. Don’t wait for an employer to provide you with your road map? create your own!
Are you a Lifelong Learner? What You Need to Know About Career Pathing
Do you define yourself as a lifelong learner? I hope you do. I believe understanding the need for continued learning is the strongest way to build a successful career path.
Lifelong Learning - the provision or use of both formal and informal learning opportunities throughout people's lives in order to foster the continuous development and improvement of the knowledge and skills needed for employment and personal fulfillment https://www.dictionary.com/browse/lifelong-learning
What does this have to do with your career? Employers often rank innovation, adaptability, and problem solving as the top skills for potential candidates. Lifelong learning encompasses these sought-after qualities/skills.
This is how you stay relevant as an entrepreneur as well. You cannot grow if you are not constantly open to new ideas.
There are so many tools at our disposal to brush up on soft and hard skills. There is Coursera, LinkedIn, Udemy, and many more platforms. Research the top skills for your industry or the industry you are interested in transitioning into and get learning!
Speaking of learning, how often are you reading? Make the time to add reading back into your schedule. Besides the benefit of new information, reading allows you to slow down and focus your mind on engaging with new ideas.
Each month I will share a book here that is worth your time.
As I worked through hiring a new VA and doubling the money I spent monthly, I had to weigh the following factors:
What is my time worth?
Is my current method holding me back from scale?
What is the downside?
I decided to re-read an excellent book for inspiration and guidance. The 4-Hour Workweek: Escape 9-5, Live Anywhere, and Join the New Rich by Timmothy Ferris.
Biggest takeaway - I am a control freak! No really, I am. And if I want to stay in control I will spend the rest of my time (the one resource we can't recharge) working in my business instead of on my business.
So, I've taken the plunge and will begin working with my new VA on Friday. It will be a learning curve for both, but having a dedicated professional for 20 hrs a week versus what I have now (4-5 hours without a schedule) is exciting. I can't wait to see where I will be with my business by the end of this quarter.
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Are You Planning Your Next Career Move?
Put First Things First
The first item on the checklist for a professional interested in making a career move is having an updated resume, right?
– WRONG –
But WHY?
While I agree with the premise of having a great resume, if this is your first item, you are behind! A great resume has high-impact data and accomplishments relevant to the next position of interest. What happens if a job opportunity presents itself tomorrow? Are you ready?
Too often we are caught off guard by a layoff, restructuring, or closing of a company. Don't worry, I have a remedy.
Instead of waiting for the next opportunity, plan your next career move!
It starts by preparing for your next move from Day One.
On the first day of a new job/position CREATE an E-Folder in your personal email account. Anytime you have a work-related accomplishment add it to this new E-Folder.
Let me share a recent example – I have a client who surpassed 2020 Industry fundraising by 28% - during COVID! What a huge accomplishment. This one statement shows three key factors every employer is looking for…
1.??????Adaptability
2.??????Surpassing Company Goals
3.??????Commitment to an Organization
My client is not currently looking for a change, but I advised her to put this into her E-Folder. Now if any opportunity arises within or outside her organization, she is ready!
Most clients do not have an E-Folder when they first use my services. Beginning to create or update can feel overwhelming. Wouldn’t it be nice to open a folder and see your accomplishments at a glance?
Another reason for the folder is to remember the NUMBERS!
Ask any tech nut and they’ll tell you it’s all about the numbers – and they are right! Even in a non-profit, there are numbers to be met and goals to achieve. What if you had a major accomplishment a few years back, but did not keep any documentation? What is more impactful, vague recollection or concrete evidence?
Figure out what numbers drive your industry, organization, and role. Then add your accomplishments to your newly created E-Folder as you go.
What if you haven’t started an E-Folder?
DON’T WAIT! START NOW!
You cannot move forward if you don’t take steps to effect change. Begin from where you are today and MOVE FORWARD
Trust me, you will thank me later ??
Scale Up Strategies: The Business Growth Podcast For Coaches, Consultants and Speakers
My co-host, Mary Fain Brandt, and I began this show as a passion project in March 2022. But I must confess, I love it more than I could have imagined.
Do you like Podcasts? Wells that's what this turned into. We are revamped and ready to help you soar as a business owner!
New episodes drop every Tuesday. Check out a few of my faves below including a great episode with special guest Stefan Van Der Heyden . This week we all about taking back our time and thanks to his amazing VA company - Virtue Staff, I am well on my way!
Catch Me @ Events
My fabulous partner in crime MARY BRANDT and I are joining up to bring you some clarity around your goals for 2025.
A long list you refer to as "GOALS", is not how you create your goals. You need a strategy and we have one that is proven to work and won't stress you out. It's not about doing more, it's about being more strategic with your planning and execution.
Who is this good for?
???? Business Owners ???? Entrepreneurs ???? Coaches ???? Consultants ???? Managers ???? Sales
Grab your spot. Mark your calendar. Remove the distractions. and get ready to Crush your goals in 2025!
Does your business have a give-back component?
If you don't have anything on your calendar for Thursday, November, 7th - come to my company's charitable event.
We are set for a night of fun, prizes, food, Live entertainment, and connecting. All that's missing is you!
Get your ticket today and feel good about networking!!
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About The Author
Laura Bashore is the founder of Anew Resume and Career Services. A sought-after career coach, certified AI specialist, and public speaker, Laura provides valuable tools and professional insight to help aspiring managers and executives take their careers to the next level.
A proud small business owner, Laura and her husband own a 6-figure e-Commerce business, Classic Transmission Solutions.
As the Franchise owner for TEAM Referral Network San Diego County– a category-exclusive professional networking organization, Laura helps small business owners and entrepreneurs build valuable relationships to strengthen their businesses and communities.
She’s the co-host of a weekly podcast – Scale Up Strategies: The Business Growth Podcast for Coaches, Consultants, and Speakers.
Laura is an active member of the National Resume Writers’ Association, Board of Director for the North San Diego Business Chamber, Board of Director for Classics 4 Kids, Cal State San Marcos Mentor and contributor to local non-profits.
Her family consists of husband of 12+ years, two boys under the age of 10, and a dog Misty.
In her spare time, she attends concerts, music festivals, art exhibitions, likes to travel, practices yoga, and enjoys reading.
Coach Laura B. believes the key to success is setting high objectives and achieving them through the strategic execution of smaller goals.
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1 个月All good things! I love how multi-faceted you are but everything is centered around what is important to you.
Transforming Business Growth with AI & LinkedIn Optimization | Certified AI Consultant | Podcast Host, Speaker & Corporate Trainer | Elevating Brands with Content & LinkedIn Mgmt | Fueled Daily by Coffee
1 个月Laura Bashore I love our Podcast too! I actually enjoy collaborating with you on many things and this goal-setting workshop is going to help so many business owners!