by Angela Copeland | Apr 21, 2015 | Advice, Podcast
Episode 48 of the Copeland Coaching Podcast is now live!
This week we talk with Alex Malley in Sydney, Australia. Alex is the Chief Executive of CPA Australia, hosts the Nine Network television series The Bottom Line and is the Author of the best-selling book, The Naked CEO. Alex is also a regular contributor to The Huffington Post and he is a regular business commentator on the nationally syndicated programs The Money News on 2GB and Sky News Business. As Chief Executive of CPA Australia, Alex is responsible for 19 offices globally and more than 155,000 CPA Australia members in 127 countries.
On today’s podcast, Alex shares his advice on being a better leader, the importance of mentoring, and how to move abroad.
Listen and learn more! You can play the podcast here, or download it for free on Apple Podcasts. If you enjoy the program, subscribe today to the Copeland Coaching Podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher to ensure you don’t miss an episode!
To learn more about Alex and The Naked CEO, visit www.thenakedceo.com.
by Angela Copeland | Apr 17, 2015 | Advice, Media
My latest Memphis Daily News column is out, “The Power of the Follow-Up.”
As I reflect back on the past week, I’m reminded of the Multicultural Career Expo. Nearly 1,400 job seekers had the opportunity to connect with more than 50 employers.
Before the event, many people asked me what to do during the event. Oftentimes though, the most important work comes later. Whether you’re attending a job fair, interviewing for a job or networking, the rules are the same.
To prepare, you’ll need your own business cards. Even if you’re currently unemployed, there are many websites where you can order simple cards. You’ll want to include at least your name, phone number and e-mail address.
Keep your business cards with you everywhere: in your wallet, your bag, your desk and your car. The worst thing is to meet a great contact and then have to apologize for not having a card. Even worse is missing out on getting their contact information.
To find out what to do next, and learn all my follow up tips, check out my entire Memphis Daily News column here.
by Angela Copeland | Apr 14, 2015 | Advice, Podcast
Episode 47 of the Copeland Coaching Podcast is live!
This week we talk with Nicole Erwin from NPR affiliate WKMS Radio in Murray, KY.
Nicole is both a journalist, and a sustainable development professional. She has lived and worked all over the world, including in South Korea, Melbourne Australia, Fiji, Memphis, TN and Washington D.C.
On today’s podcast, Nicole shares how she got started in journalism, what took her around the world and back, and how you can make an international move.
Listen and learn more! You can play the podcast here, or download it for free on Apple Podcasts. If you enjoy the program, subscribe today to the Copeland Coaching Podcast on Apple Podcasts to ensure you don’t miss an episode!
To listen to WKMS Radio, visit their website at www.wkms.org.
by Angela Copeland | Apr 13, 2015 | Advice, Newsletter
One of the most stressful times in a romantic relationship can often be when one partner is looking for a new job. This is particularly true if the job seeking spouse is unemployed. Whether they were laid off, fired, or quit their previous job, the entire situation can be tense. Especially if the pair depends on the unemployed partner’s income to pay the bills.
This week, I received a question about how to be a supportive spouse. After all, being the spouse of an unemployed person is not a situation we’ve all been in before. There’s always a first time.
Over the years, I have worked with many married job seekers. Surprisingly, one of the biggest stressors can often be their spouse, and not the actual job search.
Fear of Failure
The job seeker is worried about disappointing their spouse by selecting the “wrong” position. Because they feel like they’ve failed at their last workplace, the job seeker may be especially open to negative criticism at this time. And, those around them may want to give feedback about what they might not be good at in the future. People often say things like, “I would like to be a salesperson, but my wife says I’d be bad at it. I’m not sure what to do.” As you can imagine, this can put unnecessary pressure on the job seeker.
Recommendation: Step back and allow the job seeker to pursue their own path to success. Realize that there may be twists and turns along the way.
Conflicting Agendas
Some spouses also pressure their partner with their own goals and agenda, leaving the job seeker wondering if they’re doing the right thing. For example, the job seeker may want to take a part time job, so they can spend time with their family. At the same time, their spouse may prefer they find a high paying job that might pay for lavish vacations or a summer home.
Recommendation: Try to keep an open line of communication with your partner. Do your best to be supportive and understanding of your partner’s personal career goals, even if they are not the same as yours.
Speed and Timing
Moving through unemployment and into a new job is a process. It can take time to process what happened at the previous job, start to network again for the first time in years, and then land a job. The employed spouse is often under the impression that getting a job should be no big deal. It should be quick and painless. In reality, getting over losing your job takes time. And, the economy has struggled for years.
Recommendation: Have an open and honest conversation with your spouse about goals and timing. Establish expectations together for how long job seeking should take, on both an aggressive and conservative timeframe.
Emotional Support
More important than any other part of the process, the job seeker needs to know they have your support. Looking for a job involves an unusually high level of rejection and self-doubt. If you’re the spouse of a job seeker, the best first step is to be a good listener. Job seekers often need someone to bounce their ideas and concerns of off in a supportive, private environment.
Recommendation: Take the time to listen to your spouse’s worries. Do your best to be supportive and leave your judgement at the door.
Simply put, job seeking is a stressful process for both the job seeker and the spouse. Do your best to be supportive and to not discourage your spouse from their dreams. Job seeking is such a private endeavor that the spouse may be the only sounding board the job seeker has. Remember: the less stressful a job search is, the faster your unemployed spouse will find a new career.
I hope these tips have helped you. Visit CopelandCoaching.com to find more tips to improve your job search. If I can be of assistance to you, don’t hesitate to reach out to me here.
Also, be sure to subscribe to my Copeland Coaching Podcast on Apple Podcasts and Stitcher where I discuss career advice every Tuesday! If you’ve already heard the podcast and enjoy it, please consider leaving a review in Apple Podcasts or Stitcher.
Happy hunting!
Angela Copeland
@CopelandCoach
by Angela Copeland | Apr 10, 2015 | Advice, Media
My latest Memphis Daily News column is out, “Updating Your Strategy.” In it, I discuss the importance of bringing your job search up to speed with the times.
When it comes to job searching, one thing’s for sure. Times have changed. Over the past 20 years, the process for getting a job has been transformed. Most companies require you to apply online, and some even interview you via video chat.
This process can be one of the most maddening things job seekers experience, especially if they haven’t looked for a job for many years. It can be both discouraging and disheartening. I empathize that this process has become increasingly difficult and often inefficient.
Since you can’t change the process, what can you do to influence your results? The best place to start is by updating your strategy.
To get all my tips on updating your strategy, read my entire Memphis Daily News column here.
by Angela Copeland | Apr 7, 2015 | Advice, Podcast
Episode 46 of the Copeland Coaching Podcast is live!
This week we talk with Brooks Bell, Founder and CEO of interactive firm Brooks Bell in Raleigh, NY.
They are the leading optimization firm focused exclusively on enterprise-level A/B split testing, targeting and optimization services. In addition to her firm, Brooks is a Director at the Raleigh Chamber of Commerce and a Director of the Digital Analytics Association.
On today’s podcast, Brooks shares her secrets on being an entrepreneur, designing an awesome corporate culture, and creative job seeking.
Listen and learn more! You can play the podcast here, or download it for free on Apple Podcasts. If you enjoy the program, subscribe today to the Copeland Coaching Podcast on Apple Podcasts to ensure you don’t miss an episode!
To learn more about Brooks Bell, visit her website at www.brooksbell.com.
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