Job Search Advice
Your job search needs focus, strategy and consistency.
I coach my clients to follow a focused job search approach and take consistent action to increase their chances of getting the job they want faster with less frustration. This article outlines the strategy I use with my clients. READ NOW 
While most people know that networking is an effective job search technique and in many cases have benefited from networking, there is still a fear associated with doing so. For several reasons, people are reluctant to step out of their comfort zone and connect with people in their job search.
In this article I show you some ways you can overcome those barriers while networking, especially when requesting informational interviews. READ NOW 
Is your dream so big, you don't know how to go after it?
Often our goals and aspirations seem too big to realize. There are so many steps, a lot of moving pieces, and it seems like it will take so long, maybe a lifetime to achieve. Our big dreams can cause us to doubt that we have what it takes and stops us before we even start. In this article I outline the small steps you can take to go after your dreams. READ NOW 
Everything changes when you start focusing on your career vision. You get energized. You get creative. You get bold. You start noticing opportunities. Most importantly, you start taking action.
This article outlines the 4 simple actions you can take to start creating your career vision. READ NOW |
The interview is your opportunity to sell yourself and qualifications for the job you want. Employers are looking for people who can the get the job done. To be successful in the interview and all other aspects of the job search, you must be able to communicate your value to an employer. In this article I show you the tips and tricks you need to take control of the interview!
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There’s a better approach - prepare a simple, yet powerful 30-second introduction that opens up the conversation rather than shuts it down.
This article shows you how to adjust your 30-second introduction to be a conversation starter. READ NOW 
Do you want to know why most job seekers fail to connect to the job of their dreams?
The biggest mistake I see most job seekers make is lack of focus. Here are 4 actions you can take to get focused in your job search. READ NOW 
How do you overcome fear and disappointment so you can move forward in your job search?
In this article I encourage you to take action and let the success motivate you to keep working toward achieving your goals. READ NOW |
Have you been job searching for months and struggling to connect with the job you want? If you’ve been actively in the job search for longer than expected and aren’t getting offers, you may need to change your job search strategy.
This article has tips for how to get through some common pitfalls where job seekers get off track. READ NOW 
Connecting with people is the most important thing you can do in the job search and especially during the holidays. Your job search activities should include those that connect you to hiring managers and those who can give you good leads. You also need to be prepared to make your pitch and present your qualifications should the opportunity arise.
The tips in this article will help you continue or begin a job search during the holidays. READ NOW 
When you're going after a big goal, it's easy to get bogged down in planning and premature problem-solving. It's frustrating and holds you back from making progress. In this article I encourage you to take action today- Trust that you already have enough knowledge and skill to figure things out along the way and take action! READ NOW |
Markell R. Morris is an international speaker, career counselor and job search coach based in Long Beach, CA. Her mission is to help frustrated career changers get excited about their life and career after loss and personal challenges. She has created career programs and resources that help her clients gain a sense of direction and hope, so they can go after their goals with confidence. Download her free ebook, Create a Career You Love to get career advice to discover your meaningful career path.
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