Who: Adam has been working in a job for a year and a half post-graduation that is not a fit for him and is looking to make a change.
Challenge: Adam has been working as a Business Development Representative at a logistics company for the past year and a half. While he has gained valuable skills, he is unhappy in his role and does not see a long-term future with the company. Despite applying for several jobs, he has received little response.
Next Steps: Jodi worked with Adam to identify roles where he could leverage his transferable skills, develop a resume that accurately represented his experience, and build confidence for interviews.
We coached Adam in the following areas:
Identifying Strengths & Career Direction: We discussed Adam’s strengths and what he enjoys about his current role. Together, we explored new industries where his experience would be relevant, reassuring him that he would not need to take a step back into an entry-level position.
Resume Revamp: Adam independently researched and identified roles that interested him. Jodi then extracted transferable experience from his background and restructured his resume using action-oriented and quantifiable data. Since Adam was still using his college resume, it did not effectively showcase his professional experience and newly acquired skills. We updated it to reflect his growth and make him a stronger candidate.
Optimizing LinkedIn & Networking: We taught Adam how to leverage LinkedIn to connect with professionals at companies he was applying to. He learned that simply submitting applications online was not enough—building relationships and networking would significantly increase his chances of getting his resume reviewed.
Interview Preparation: We practiced interview questions and responses to help Adam articulate how his current job responsibilities aligned with the roles he was pursuing. Additionally, he learned how to stand out by researching companies and preparing insightful questions for the interviewers.
Application Efficiency: We created a tailored cover letter, optimized Adam’s LinkedIn profile, and provided thank-you note templates to help him streamline his application process.
Salary Negotiation: When Adam received an offer, Jodi reviewed the details and guided negotiating a higher salary.
Outcome: Within one week of using his new resume, Adam landed a job in healthcare recruiting. He successfully interviewed for the position and received a job offer, which he accepted.
Adam’s journey is a testament to the power of personalized coaching and strategic career planning. By realigning his skills and enhancing his professional presence, he successfully transitioned into a fulfilling new role in healthcare recruiting.
Inspired by Adam’s success? Schedule a free consultation with us to explore how we can help you achieve your career goals and unlock your potential.
