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I'm Moving

2010-06-20T15:41:00.001-07:00

Update: I have received the opportunity to manage two other blogs for two different brands, as I result I am bringing this site's topics under the umbrella of my larger brand at kimmybess.com. Click on Discover Your True Calling for career planning related updates!

I have decided to re-brand my site to CareerBling. I have learned so much is the short time I've launched ResumeBling. The new site will focus on:

-Location Independent Work
-Work in Relation to Lifestyle Design
-Career Planning & Development
-And resumes of course!

CareerBling will be launched Sunday, June 26th. Be sure to come and check out my new virtual home and thanks for supporting this site!
Kimmy B.

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Resume Writing Questions?

2010-06-10T21:23:00.000-07:00

You Have Questions. I Have Answers.

I'm preparing for my next free career planning conference call. I want to know what questions you have about resume writing. Is there anything that confuses you or makes you nervous when it comes to resume writing? Do you feel like your resume isn't effective? Ask me your questions by commenting below.

Until Next Time,

Kimmy B.

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The 411 on Location Independent Jobs and Living

2010-06-09T11:06:00.000-07:00

Life is an Open Road, Which Direction Will You Decide to Travel?

For many people, this concept is a dream. With the invention of the internet, we now have a greater opportunity to live and be as we please. Your job isn't just a job, it's a lifestyle choice. Trust me, the stress you experience at work is most definitely affecting your home life. If you choose a job that requires long hours, that is time you are not spending with your loved ones. The good news is, you have a choice.

Location independent living is exactly what it sounds like. You can choose work that comes with you where ever you are. Here are a few examples:

Consultant
Blogger
Affiliate Marketer
Sales

Location independent work is often done virtually. As long as you have an internet connection and perhaps a phone, you're good to go! When I graduated from college I read a book called "The 4 Hour Work Week." This book discusses how to live the location independent lifestyle.

One of the reasons I decided to become a professional resume writer and blogger is because of the flexibility and lifestyle I am able to have. Don't be fooled, it is a process (I'm still putting all the parts and pieces together myself) but it's totally worth it. The great news is that there is a lot of wonderful information about this topic. A great blog post about location independent jobs can be found at Free Pursuits.com. My biggest challenge with this concept has been taking action. Now that I have overcome that, I am able to see the light at the end of the tunnel.
My tagline is "Stop Searching for a Job. Find a Career." Let's face it, we all need money to survive on this planet. I want you to do so happily and really find work that is alignment with your life.

Until Next Time,
Kimmy B. @ResumeBling on Twitter

P.S. I would like to do a series about location independent jobs and living. Respond by posting your questions about this topic below.

HR Bloggers I Like: Penelope Trunk

2010-05-30T05:20:00.000-07:00

HR Bloggers I Like

There's a word wide web of helpful blogs out there I want to start featuring on this site. One of my favorites is Penelope Trunk's. She does a wonderful job of providing advice that is not only useful but necessary and unlike the crap I was fed in high school about going to college and how that impacts your career. She was one of the first people I ever heard indicate the importance of truly evaluating your return on investment in terms of school and career planning. Here's one of my favorite quotes from her blog,

"Colleges, especially the really expensive ones, think of vocational school as pedestrian. So they track how many students go on to get a Ph.D in Russian from Columbia, but not how many students get jobs."

There were a number of reasons why I chose to attend college. Money was definitely at the top of my list. In a previous blog post I stressed the importance of specialization. While this is true, I know I've changed career paths totally since college (and am very happy that I did). College is great because it helps you during this time of personal growth and exploration. That being said, do you really need to go $100,000 in debt for this type of experience? Hell no. Since some of us don't have the luxury of mommy and daddy paying our bills, some sound of advice would be to consider a vocational program at a local junior college. Here are a few benefits to this idea:

1. You get hands on training that will make your more marketable (immediately, not ten years from now).

2. If you choose to get a four year degree, you can transfer and have most of the prerequisites completed at a fraction of the price.

3. You'll be able to do a lot of personal growth and development as well and possibly make a more informed decision when you you get to a four year college.

I'm all for personal growth and planning for the future, but I want you to be able to pay your bills in the here and now as well. Vocational school is absolutely not pedestrian. When making decisions about higher education, don't rule them out. In some ways they might be a better option for you today.

Penelope Trunk has a fabulous social networking site called The Brazen Careerist. It's a great place to seek out career related advice and should definitely be added to your career development and job hunting tool box.

How has your opinion about vocational training changed since graduating from college? If you haven't gone to college yet, what are your views about vocational training?

Stop Searching For a Job. Find a Career,
Kimmy B.

P.S. This blog post is written by someone who is only two years removed from college and definitely feeling the need for both personal growth in the future and practicality for today.

What to Do When You've Been Fired

2010-05-23T11:07:00.000-07:00

So You've Been Fired. Now What? This is Part II In The New Work-Life Revolution series. It answers this question in detail. Take a look at Part I here.

WorkLife Revolution Part II: What to Do When You've Been Fired

What questions or fears come up for you about this topic? If you've been fired before, how did you feel at the time and what did you do to overcome your challenges?

Until Next Time,
Kimmy B. @resumebling on Twitter

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Does Having a College Degree Mean You'll Have a Better Job or Job at All?

2010-05-14T08:31:00.000-07:00

Is a Degree Worth What You Pay for It?

Hell no. I can honestly say that financially speaking, my college education has given me the worst return on investment. I've invested in myself in other ways for a lot less money and headache and seen greater results. My writing skills have improved drastically and that is great for me as a professional resume writer now but what about the years spent prior to finding my calling (I've only recently reached the other side of the rainbow by the way)? When you have bills in your face today, you don't have time to wait to qualify for a job. You need a job NOW and one that pays. With student loan and credit card debt, this is even more true for most recent college grads.

Technical school is the way to go. I even ended up at multiple specialized schools before discovering human resources and security. My professional background is in both of these fields and I currently work in both of them. Employers don't give a rats bottom about a degree. They care about training/education and experience that is specific to the job you are applying for. I remember being fed crap in high school about a college education leading to more money over time. Based on personal experience, industry specific education is more important and will help you get a job a faster.

I'm not discouraging those who decided to attend a four year university, especially if this is your dream. It was mine too. Just be smart about it. You don't have to go into obscene amounts of debt. Think about what's going to happen after graduation. Pick a speciality. Get as many internships and jobs as you possibly can (have them be in a concentrated field if possible) to list on your resume.

If you are like me and majored in something general (I was an English Major) figure out how to take those skills and apply them to something specific. Security officers have to be good writers because they have to be able to effectively report incidents. Resume writers are specialized writers. These two career paths have been excellent choices for me because of these characteristics (among others). Specialize, specialize, specialize.

That's It for Now,
Kimmy B.

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Happy Mother's Day!

2010-05-09T22:17:00.001-07:00

Happy mother's day. See you next week.

Kimmy B.

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Doing What You Have to & Paying the Bills

2010-05-02T22:21:00.000-07:00

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All this talk about finding your "dream job" is great but what about what happens on the road to finding the perfect career? Sometimes you just have to pay the bills. This is a situation I am very familiar with. Here are some questions I've asked myself in this situation:

What do I need to launch my career? Are there any certifications or trainings I need?

Who can I talk to? Find a mentor. Ask them every question about your desired profession under the sun.

How long is this going to take? Plan your exit strategy. Create clear doable action steps that will allow you pay your bills and transition into your ideal career.

Stop Searching For a Job. Find a Career.
Kimmy B.

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Jobless/Hate Your Job? Here's What to Do. Part One

2010-04-25T18:18:00.000-07:00

This is part one in a series of presentations I'm doing to help you think out side of the box and develop a new career mindset:

Jobless/Hate Your Job? Here's What to Do. Part I

Figuring Out How to Get a Job Becomes Easier Once You Determine Your True Calling. Figuring that Out is Half the Battle. What Ideas Do You Have About Your True Calling? Comment Below.

To Your Work-Life Success,
Kimmy B.
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Career Advice For College Students: Stop Planning & Follow Your Own Unique Path

2010-04-18T19:37:00.000-07:00

Career Advice 08

Lessons Learned:

This is a great presentation. When I graduated from college I had it all "planned," needless to say nothing turned out the way I thought it would. It can be a little scary but I just want to assure you that sticking to your own unique path will lead you to the discovery of your wildest dreams. When I graduated from college I thought I was going to be a lawyer and now I'm a career coach.

There Is No Plan. It was very scary for me when I realized this. Consider what you are currently learning from your current experience. How does this make you stand out as a perspective employee or service provider?

Think Strengths, Not Weaknesses. Explore your strengths and weaknesses. Focus on developing and strengthening your strengths.

It's Not About You. Constantly make sure your talents are on display for the world to see. Offer the world and get the world back in return. This gives you a competitive edge.

Persistence Trumps Talent. Read this again.

Make Excellent Mistakes. If you've never made a mistake, raise your hand. What have you learned from your mistakes? How can you use those lessons to your benefit.

Leave an Imprint. What's Your Mission In Life? How Will Choosing the Right Career Help You Accomplish that Mission?

Daniel Pink Is Amazing, Click Here to Check Him Out.

Remember to Rate This Post. Comment and Question Below: How's Your Career Path Taking Shape? How Are You Feeling During this Time in Your Life?

Until Next Time, What Do You Want to Be When You Grow Up?
Kimmy B. | Lead Career Coach
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3 Quick Tips to Help You Get a Job

2010-04-11T22:30:00.000-07:00

Today We are Discussing three tips to Get a Job (Click the Play Button to Watch the Video Below):

3 Quick Tips to Help You Get a Job-

Tip#1: Do Some Self Exploration.
Tip#2: Determine Your Professional Brand.
Tip#3: Network and Check in With Perspective Employers.

Note: I emphasize how important it is to get a career instead of a job in our Career Discovery Course. I want to you to find work that's lasting and fulfilling. Remember, a job is simply a means to an end.

Remember to Rate This Post. Comment and Question Below: What Questions do You Have About Job Hunting?  

Until Next Time, What Do You Want to Be When You Grow Up?
Kimmy B. | Lead Career Coach
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How to Have a Successful Job Interview

2010-04-11T18:44:00.000-07:00

Today We're Going to Discuss How to Have a Successful Job Interview (Click the Play Button to Watch the Video Below):

How to Have a Successful Job Interview-

Tip #1- Etiquette and Demeanor is Important. As the presenter noted, your posture and general appearance is VERY important. One thing that always amazes me is seeing people who show up in jeans to a job interview! It makes no sense. Please, dress professionally. I don't care if the work environment is relaxed or laid back. You can wear jeans all you want (if that's the office dress code) after you get the job.

Tip #2- Take Notes. Taking notes will make you appear more intelligent and astute. As she stated in the video, make sure you're making eye contact as well. It's important to be listening and engaged during an interview as well.

Tip #3- Make Sure You Ask at Least One Question after the Interview. When asked if you have any questions, always say YES. So many people don't have questions and this will make you stand out as well. A great question to ask the interviewer is, "What do you love most about working for this company?"

Remember to Rate This Post. Comment and Question Below: What Questions do You Have About Job Interviews?

Until Next Time, What Do You Want to Be When You Grow Up?
Kimmy B. | Lead Career Coach
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How to Submit Your Resume to get a Job Interview

2010-04-11T17:23:00.000-07:00

Today We're Going to Discuss How to Submit Your Resume to get a Job Interview (Click the Play Button to Watch the Video Below):

How to Submit Your Resume to get a Job Interview:

This video is fun and humorous. That being said, I want to elaborate on the more serious points that you should consider from this video.

Tip #1- Drop Your Resume off in Person to Make a Positive First Impression. This is extremely important. Every time you have the option of dropping off a resume to an actual person, you should do it. Make sure you are dressed professionally. Make sure you are pleasant when you arrive at the business location. Submitting resumes online is fine if that's your only option but it's important to go the extra mile. Allowing some one to see you in person may work for your benefit.

Tip #2- Find Out the Hiring Manager's Name. You not only want to find out the hiring managers name, you want to give them your resume if at all possible. It's important to make contact with the person who is actually making the hiring decisions. Get their name and their contact information (if possible). You may want to follow up with them the following week to see about your candidacy status (note: DO NOT pester the hiring manager, but definitely make your presence known).

Tip #3- Always Include a Cover Letter with Your Resume. Make yourself stand out on paper by noting your qualifications, unique attributes, and experiences on your cover letter.

Remember to Rate This Post. Comment and Question Below: What Questions do You Have About Writing a Cover Letter?

Until Next Time, What Do You Want to Be When You Grow Up?
Kimmy B. | Lead Career Coach
@resumebling on Twitter

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