the career path spiral
© 2009 kadesh
1. consider
2. communicate
3. connect
4. convince
start over
Consider what you want and what you are good at.
Communicate this effectively both on paper and in person. 
Connect with others who have similar interests.
Convince one or more of them that you are the right person for their team.
What are you good at?  Where do you want to go?
Types & Tips  
Principles:
Recognize the power of a positive first impression. 
Echo the language of the ad.
Individualize a separate resume for each specific position. 
Put the most important stuff first. 
Focus on results, not duties.
Communicate your values and personality
NO
errors
cheap tricks
boring summaries
unexplained gaps
If you are unemployed, finding a job is your job.
The majority of jobs available are not widely advertised.
Better jobs are usually the result of networking.
In networking you are not asking for a job, you are asking for the time of people who know about jobs.
Network
create
manage
leverage
Through networking you create a web of interactions that provides knowledge and opportunity related to your interests and abilities.
When you know what you want and what you’re good at, you can learn to convey to others how your ability and passion can meet their needs.
An interview allow you to demonstrate your fit for their team by providing specific examples of your strengths and values.
Prepared.  Professional.  Poised.
Know
about 
yourself
Know
about
them
Respect
policies &
procedures
Present
well
Credible
Confident
data
people
things
Kadesh: the community company— promoting intentional community through effective and ethical practices rooted in traditional values of service and celebration.  
Kadesh was an ancient Hebrew city designated as a city of refuge
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A resume communicates your specific fit for a specific job with a specific company, creating the opportunity for conversation with decision makers.