Here’s a quick review of the first 10 editions of The Career Compass, with short summaries for each.
Today’s issue takes about 2 minutes to read. Enjoy.
How to... #001 - Discover what is important in your new role
Get suggestions from your existing colleagues
Review and implement the best ideas
Repeat the exercise with your new colleagues
#002 - Zoom your way to new career opportunities
Prepare properly
Build connections at scale
Use the tools available to you
Take the opportunity to contribute
#003 - Take your first steps toward writing on LinkedIn
Keep a journal
Capture your thoughts
Road-tested your ideas with a friend
Practice writing on the platform by commenting
#004: Build your own professional community
Choose an interesting topic
Find members in the right places
Connect with experts who want to share
Set the ambition for the group at the start
#005: Create your first website
Research before starting
Start for free using Carrd.co
Buy a website address (domain) from GoDaddy
Build and iterate your website on a design platform like Wix
#006: Get professional coaching for free
Find a business school with new trainees
Join a taster programme run by a coaching organisation
Have your session recorded in exchange for a free session
Ask your company to provide an internal coach or pay for a professional
#007: Host your own LinkedIn Live
Partner up with someone else
Create your event and add a cover image
Promote the event to your network and friends
Download streaming software, practice, and go live!
#008: Start your own podcast
Select your podcast style + theme
Invest in a good quality microphone
Test the quality and make adjustments
Record your first episode and make small edits
Upload to a hosting platform and publish to the world!
#009: Build your team for promotion
Team up with your competition
Find a short-term mentor to help guide you
Get sponsorship from a senior leader to unlock opportunities
Work with a professional coach to create your own path to success
#010: Start your first newsletter
Select your (high-level) theme
Utilise an emailing platform such as MailChimp
Use writing templates to make the whole process easier
Publish your newsletter and repurpose it for your social media channels
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Thanks, Jamie