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STEP 3: HAVE ONE OR TWO ELEVATOR PITCHES READY If you took my course Elevate Your Future With Elevator Pitches you know an elevator pitch is a short sales pitch designed to summarize and convince someone of something. You should memorize it and rehearse it until you can recite it from your heart, or at […]
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STEP 2: MAKE OR UPDATE A TARGETED RESUME. A “targeted resume” is one that is targeted for the specific job you want to apply for. For instance: I have one resume I use to attract consulting clients, and a different resume I use for construction projects. If you have several types of work you can […]
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Coach John Wooden always said, “Failing to Plan is Planning to Fail.” You might be thinking “I never had a job search plan before, why do I need one now?” Your Job Search Plan helps you hit the bullseye and be on target with your job search. My Job Search Plan is simple and only […]
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One of the biggest mistakes people make when applying for jobs is to apply for every job possible. Anyone who knows the difference between target marketing and shotgun marketing knows that approach is a mistake. Aiming at everything frequently gets you nothing. Knowing these three things can empower your job search. 1. WHAT KIND OF […]
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A frequent question I get from people about to be released from jail or prison is if there are any resources available to help them find work. I’ve gotten the question so frequently I decided to roll up my sleeves and make a list of each state’s official employment website. This list also covers Puerto […]
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I personally believe teaching leadership to the incarcerated could be a game changer. It has the potential to greatly reduce recidivism. Let me share why, and how. I’m the youngest, but I was the first in my family to conventionally graduate from high school and the first to graduate college. I was also the first […]
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James B. from Big Springs FCI asked an important question about taking on an investor. Hello Bob, I have a question for you: Assuming I have a good business plan, good product, a good marketing plan, and I need financing, what could I expect for terms, ballpark? Great question James – thanks for asking it! […]
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You never know how much miss access to information until it’s gone. One of the hardest things for me serving time was living without the internet. I was so spoiled by being able to do a Google search on any topic and get instant answers! If you can relate, or want to know a free […]
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I was speaking at a prison recently and fielded this question from the audience. Should I incorporate my new business? if so, which type of corporation should I use? I commend you if you are thinking about starting a business. I’m convinced that’s the best way to go if you are willing to put in […]
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I talk all the time about how information is power! Prepare to put you a step ahead in your job search.