The Talent Trailblazer - March, 2024

Monthly Mindset – Conquer Negative Self-Talk Once and For All

Have you found yourself thinking “I am not good enough to be doing this” or “This is too hard” or “Why would anyone listen to me”?

You could be working for a company, owning your own business, looking for a job, personal life, or relationships, this is relevant for all areas.

Here’s the thing, when we get overwhelmed, feel defeated, or have a bad day we fill our minds with negative self-talk.

Does this sound familiar?

As humans it is natural to have these thoughts, however, there is another way to address this.? We can’t stop the thoughts from happening, but we can control how we think about it.

When you start to have these thoughts, here are some tips to help you.??

• Instead of dwelling on what went wrong or why something is difficult, shift your focus to finding solutions.?
• Break down overwhelming tasks into smaller bite-size steps and take proactive measures to address challenges as they arise.
• Be realistic about what you can achieve within a given timeframe and set proper goals.
• Avoid comparing yourself to others and focus on your progress and growth.
• Celebrate small victories along the way to boost your confidence and motivation.
• Remind yourself that you must “Do the Work” to get the results you want.

Remember, overcoming negative self-talk takes time and effort to cultivate a more positive mindset.

When we practice self-awareness, we can break free from the cycle of negativity and create a more fulfilling and empowered life.

Know you are worthy and can do anything you set your mind to.

How to Land Interviews Fast

Are you tired of feeling like your resume is lost in the abyss every time you hit submit? ? Are you struggling to get a response or land an interview?

You are not alone.

In this current job scape, only sending resumes to job postings is no longer the best way to find a new opportunity.

Why put yourself through this every week, when you can take action and be the driver of your job search?

If what you are currently doing is not working, it is time to try something new.

You have amazing skills and deserve to land the interviews to help you find your next opportunity.

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Why is the Skills Section on LinkedIn Important

Recently LinkedIn updated your skills section so that you can now include up to 100 skills and also the flexibility to put them in the specific order most relevant for the position they are attached to.

Recent reports state that 87% of recruiters use LinkedIn to source and vet job candidates. This leaves tons of room to get noticed for positions you are interested in.

When recruiters search for job candidates on LinkedIn, they typically search for people by location, skills, and other keywords in the role’s description.?

Those skills are pulled directly from a user’s skills section on their profile — so if you have fewer than five skills listed, or haven’t updated that section in several months, you probably won’t appear in the recruiter’s search results.?

Although you can add up to 100 skills to your LinkedIn profile, the first 10 are the most important, as those show up at the top of the skills section of your profile, along with any detailed endorsements you receive for said skills from your connections.?

While skill endorsements aren’t a must-have, they can help you rank higher in LinkedIn search results.?

One way to get endorsements is by endorsing other people for skills you know they possess, as they’ll often reciprocate and add endorsements for you. Or you can ask a co-worker from a previous role, a friend who works in your industry, or a client you have a positive working relationship with for a skills endorsement.?

It’s also important to customize the skills section on your LinkedIn profile to match the skills listed in the job descriptions for the positions you are applying for, as recruiters are more likely to contact you if you have the exact skills they’re hiring for.

To find the skills included in the job description, scroll down to the “Skills associated with the job post” and click the button “SHOW ALL SKILLS” and you will see the top skills associated with this job. You will see green checks that align with the skills on your profile. You can then update your profile to match.

Including and updating the skills on your LinkedIn profile doesn’t just make it easier for recruiters to find you, it gives people a better picture of what, exactly, you can bring to the table, and what your strengths are.

Don’t Let Perfect be the Enemy of Good

I was working for a start-up company where we were going mock-5 with our hair on fire to build, build, build! My CEO had some wise advice and it has stuck with me in so many ways. He said, "Don't let perfect be the enemy of good"!

Are you guilty of waiting for the perfect moment to take action?

Guess what?

Sometimes good is all you need to get started on your journey to success! This does not mean to sacrifice quality, professionalism, fun, or great content. It is about "pulling the trigger" to get stuff done. So many times, things don't need to be perfect.

If we understand that there has to be a first step we can always fine-tune as we go.

Here's why embracing imperfection is crucial:

• Progress over perfection: Waiting for everything to be flawless often leads to missed opportunities. By taking imperfect action, you're already ahead of those waiting for perfection to magically appear!
• Learn and adapt: Every step you take, even if it's not perfect, teaches you valuable lessons. Embrace the journey, learn from your mistakes, and use that knowledge to improve along the way.
• Momentum is key: Taking imperfect action creates momentum. It's like pushing a boulder downhill – once it starts rolling, it's hard to stop!

So, don't wait for perfection; start now and keep that momentum going.

Remember, done is better than perfect! ?

Embrace the journey, celebrate progress, and watch as your efforts lead you to success. Let's ditch perfectionism and make the magic happen!

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