Career Hacking 101: Enjoy the free advice :)

Are you tired of watching someone not qualified getting another promotion…while you are…you know…still existing?

Let me help.

Welcome to Career Hacking 101 😂 - where we bend the rules, play the system, and supercharge your career.

First, forget what your college career center told you.

It’s not about who has the best resume or who nailed down their strengths and weaknesses question.

Load up your career aresenal

Use LinkedIn: This is better than a resume

I know you are lazy so I won’t tell you to post every day. But you should pick 5 people you want to connect with and comment on their posts. Be the name they start to recognize.

Coffee Chats: Best type of interview you want

Don’t ask for a job - ask for 15 minutes of their time to learn about their career path. At the end, ask who else they recommend you speak with. Now, you just hacked your way into an ever-expanding network.

Become the Go-To Person: Even if it’s not your job…or above your pay grade

People are lazy. So if you see a problem, go fix it. See an opportunity? Seize it.

Don’t wait for permission. Document all this down and add it to your repo for raise, promo, and resume.

Be Strategically Visible

You need to be seen as indispensable. Volunteer for high-visibility projects. Document all your wins and craft compelling stories for interviews, negotiations, and networking.

Get a Board of Directors

Identify 3 to 5 mentors who can guide different aspects of your career. Don’t just take though - give back. Offer your skills, make introductions, be a resource for them. The more you give, the more doors open.

The Full-Stack Employee Advantage

Remember our 3 F's? Let's apply them to your career hacking strategy:

1. Focus: Zero in on where you want to be. Every hack, every connection, every project should align with your ultimate career goal.

2. Foster: Cultivate relationships and skills that serve your vision. Your network is your net worth.

3. Fulfill: Ensure your career moves fulfill you financially, mentally, and emotionally. All the hacks in the world won't matter if you're miserable.

Here’s your challenge:
Pick one of these hacks and implement it this week. Not next week, not when you “have time” - this week!

It's time to make your move.

You got this,

Mary

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