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February 1, 2016

Published by Laura Labovich on February 1, 2016

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10 Sleuthing Strategies for Researching Your Target Company

Back when I was recruiting for AOL, I would routinely ask prospective job seekers about their pre-interview research process. “What do you know about America Online?” I […]

January 25, 2016

Published by Laura Labovich on January 25, 2016

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10 Ways to Rock Your Next Conference

If you are granted an opportunity by your employer to attend a conference, congratulations! It’s a gift, and you’ll want to make the most of it. (If you […]

March 13, 2014

Published by Laura Labovich on March 13, 2014

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Did you see us in Washingtonian Magazine?

If you didn’t pick up the December 2013 issue of Washingtonian Magazine’s “Best Places to Work” Issue, you can now find our “Building the Right Resume” […]

March 5, 2014

Published by Laura Labovich on March 5, 2014

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Tap into the Hidden Job Market in 3 Easy Steps!

My recent post in the LinkedIn Premium Job Seekers’ Group is all about the hidden job market. If you still feel fuzzy on what that means or […]

December 18, 2012

Published by Laura Labovich on December 18, 2012

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Track Your Job Search Progress with JibberJobber

When you are in a job search, it’s critical to monitor, track, and manage your contacts, conversations and relationships. I am asked frequently my advice on […]

December 14, 2012

Published by Laura Labovich on December 14, 2012

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3 Way to Improve your Resume (Before You Go and Ask For Advice)

Today I received an email from a friend asking for help with her friend’s resume. It went something like this: “Do you think you can take […]

December 5, 2012

Published by Laura Labovich on December 5, 2012

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Top 3 Reasons to Press “Go” on Your Holiday Job Search!

Many job seekers are convinced that December is a good time to take a break from an active job search, but all signs say otherwise! This […]

September 19, 2012

Published by Laura Labovich on September 19, 2012

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New Name; Same Great Commitment to DC Job Seekers

Effective September 10th, 2012, Aspire! Empower! Career Strategy Group will be called The Career Strategy Group. This announcement comes at an exciting time for the company, […]

Career Transition Coaching	Receive 1:1 coaching with an experienced career coach. Not sure what the right career path is for you? Want some advice around career options or identifying a target that feels good for your personality and motivated skills? Whatever you need, talk to an experienced career coach to ensure you are on the right path.
Career and Life Wellness Assessment + Debrief	Take the Career and Happiness Inventory Assessment and work with one of our career coaches to debrief it. Your follow up coaching is based around how you scored, identifying what is fulfilling and what is not, and coming up with an action plan to increase your overall wellness and happiness.
Job Search Strategy	Every effective job search starts with a well-designed strategy. Learn how to tap into the hidden job market by completing a personal marketing plan (PMP), an essential tool in any job seeker’s arsenal. Use it to help others help you better by giving them very clear instructions about what you need in your job search. Get better quality leads. Land more opportunities. Understand how and with whom to network with the help of a clear strategy.
1:1 LinkedIn Profile Review	Whether you are trying to find your next role or position yourself as a thought leader in your field, having a strong LinkedIn profile is an essential career tool in the 21st century. Our career experts will review your profile and provide advice on changes you can make that will help you stand out.
Managing Change & Developing Career Resilience	Losing a job is an event for which most people have little preparation. It can seem overwhelming with so much to do; telling friends and family, taking care of finances, making new plans for benefits, and starting a job search. In this workshop you will learn how to: Manage the emotions of change Create a positive exit statement Build resilience and take the positive steps forward necessary to land your next role
Communicating Your Authentic You – A Branding Conversation	Having a well-developed value proposition enables you to convey your professional identity, values, attributes, skills, and achievements you bring to employers and members of your network. During this session you will learn: The value of a “value proposition” The 3 key elements of your value proposition How to incorporate these elements and write a powerful statement How to utilize your value proposition in networking and job search
Effective Networking	Building connections and developing your network is essential to your job search. In this session you will learn: How to build your professional community to advance your job search campaign The art of effective networking as a life-long career management skill How to build a powerful LinkedIn profile and optimize your visibility to your target audience
Working with Recruiters	Your resume is market-ready and your Interview skills are sharp. So, it’s time to start your search, but where do you begin? In this workshop, you will learn how to approach and establish a relationship with recruiters and placement agencies.
B.A.N.K. Networking & Career Assessment + Debrief	B.A.N.K. is the world’s only methodology scientifically validated to accurately predict buying behavior in real time. The simple, personality-based B.A.N.K. system can pinpoint anyone’s personality in nanoseconds and can give you real-time intelligence on how to communicate, network, and negotiate easily with anyone using their own values. Knowing the language of B.A.N.K. can help you increase your job satisfaction and optimize your future career prospects.
Self-Employment Coaching	Work with an executive coach to determine if self-employment is for you by clarifying your goals, unlocking your potential, and more.