You've Been Downsized! Now What?

This is the freedom you have been waiting for! Use this change to determine what direction you want to take. This is a rare opportunity to become introspective and self-determining... don't miss it.

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For many people this is the right time to consider using the services of a professional coach or a career counselor. Experts can help you align your values, skills and ambitions with your job search. Don't just take the "best available option" learn to actively seek meaningful employment.

Transition Counselors can help with:

Job Assessment Testing - Job assessment testing helps you focus on what you like to do, what you do well and your current skill levels. Proper test results reveal the industries and job classifications where others with similar types of personality traits and skills have found occupational success.

Resume Writing - You learn how to write resumes that pinpoint your strengths and achievements helping you open doors for interviews. Some companies also offer cover letter writing.

Identifying Target Employers - You identify companies and the hiring managers that can use your skills.

Networking Skills Training - You learn how to network to reach hiring managers including who to call and what to say. Most reputable firms will help you write phone scripts or role play for these calls.

Interviewing Skills - Generally, this includes role playing, learning to answer difficult questions, improving posture, gestures, eye contact and appropriate verbal responses. Some companies provide facilities to videotape the interview.

Negotiating Job Offers -You learn the art of negotiating salary and benefits. Once a job offer is received, negotiation starts and many companies will help with these details.

The cost for services varies according to the firm and the number and extent of services being offered. Many firms are able to work with you remotely or in-person. In many cases a good firm can help you focus on finding a position suitable for you and get you back to work much sooner than you might on your own.

To learn more contact:
Wayne Mates

General Manager Blueberry Associates
603-553-2265
wmates@blueberryenterprises.com
http://www.blueberryenterprises.com/bba