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Jen Warrington, your Career Strategist and host, with experience in career strategy since 2007, is giving you a gift this holiday season to help you navigate your career search!
Jen emphasizes the importance of clarity and confidence in career planning and shares her personal experience of being impacted by a global restructuring in 2020, which led her to start her own business. She introduces a new monthly training series starting in January 2025, focusing on resume optimization. Additionally, she highlights the value of social media for career advice, her Career Accelerator Program, and the Career Fuel Podcast.
Check out these resources at the link below:
https://www.thewarringtongroup.ca/link-in-bio
Register for her monthly live training: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/upgrade-your-resume-for-2025-a-no-bs-bootcamp-tickets-1105672138129?aff=oddtdtcreator
Ask Jen Anything: email [email protected] for quick tips and career advice!
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Jen Warrington is challenging you to start thinking about your 2025 career goals now!
Jen emphasizes that there is no perfect time to start planning. She debunks the myth that December is a slow hiring month and advises you to reflect on your career achievements and start updating resumes and LinkedIn profiles now.
Jen is here to help and is providing you with some amazing resources.
Register here (https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/upgrade-your-resume-for-2025-a-no-bs-bootcamp-tickets-1105672138129?aff=oddtdtcreator) for her live resume event and look out for the reopening of the Career Accelerator program, which offers tools for resume writing, networking, and salary negotiation.Jen encourages early preparation to avoid feeling overwhelmed in January and to stand out in the competitive job market.
Ask Jen Anything! Email [email protected] for quick tips and career advice
Subscribe to the Career Accelerator Program: https://www.thewarringtongroup.ca/career-accelerator-waitlist
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Jen Warrington, your Career Strategist, discusses the role of AI in career development!
Jen emphasizes that while AI can assist with keyword optimization and initial drafts for resumes and cover letters, it should not replace human authenticity. She advises using AI as a tool to generate ideas but stresses the importance of personalizing content and ensuring accuracy. Jen cautions against relying solely on AI, as it cannot guarantee authenticity or accuracy and may lead to generic, overused phrases. Jen urges you to leverage AI for guidance but to not forget the greatest tool for you to stand out on applications, and in the market, is your human input!
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Jen Warrington interviews Mike Z, a former pastor who transitioned to a Director of Support Services role at Salon Resource Group.
Mike, who faced burnout during the COVID-19 pandemic, sought a new career path while maintaining his mission-driven focus. As her client Jen was able to help Mike identify transferable skills from his pastoral work, such as community engagement and leadership. Mike emphasizes the importance of networking, self-awareness, and maintaining confidence while being humble. He aims to strengthen his leadership role in the beauty industry and inspire his team. Mike advises you to focus on your core values and skills rather than specific job titles.
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Jen Warrington, your Career Strategist does not want you to burn out while you are on the job hunt!
In this episode, Jen discusses time management strategies, emphasizing consistency over hours spent. She advises treating the job search as a project, prioritizing tasks like updating resumes, maintaining a LinkedIn profile, and writing customized cover letters. Jen stresses the importance of setting boundaries, being kind to yourself, and using small, consistent efforts. She suggests blocking out time for job search activities and leveraging quiet reflection to identify your career goals. Jen also highlights the value of networking and taking breaks to avoid burnout. If you are currently on the hunt, don't get overwhelmed or discouraged, seek support and stay consistent in your job search efforts. You're only moments away from starting your dream career!
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Today we are joined by yet another special guest with an incredible career progression, Dr. Ashley Margeson, a naturopathic doctor and co-founder of Cornerstone Naturopathic in Halifax!
Jen and Ashley discuss Ashley's career journey, and her mission to lead the self-care revolution. She emphasizes the importance of practical self-care and preventing burnout, which she likens to managing an energy "bank account" with four key cornerstones: sleep, movement, fueling, and connection. Dr. Ashley shares her background in social determinants of health, her time in Ghana, and her unexpected path to naturopathic medicine. She also highlights the need for business skills in healthcare and the value of understanding what one doesn't want in a career.
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Jen Warrington is back with incredible resume advice! This time she discusses how to address work gaps in resumes, cover letters, LinkedIn profiles, and interviews.
Jen notes that in a post-COVID world, gaps are no longer seen as red flags and emphasizes the importance of understanding and reframing the reasons for the gap. Warrington advises you as the job seeker to highlight transferable skills gained during the gap, such as time management, communication, and problem-solving. She stresses the need for honesty and strategic self-reflection, suggesting that you should focus on your strengths and how they can add value to future organizations. Jen also encourages embracing the unknown and using positive feedback to boost confidence.
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On today's episode, Jen Warrington interviews Emily D, a career strategist and consultant based in California who went from waiting on tables to being Vice President of Operations at an industry-leading music label!
Emily shares her truly inspiring and unconventional career journey, starting as a waitress and surf shop employee, shortly after her move to California, and then becoming an executive assistant and social media manager. She transitioned to the music industry, becoming VP of Operations. In 2019, she launched her own business, focusing on creative direction, branding, social media, and online courses. Emily emphasizes the importance of solving specific problems, being adaptable, and leveraging LinkedIn for career success. She advises finding work that energizes and aligns with personal values and emphasizes the value of maintaining relationships and being resourceful.
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Your host, Jen Warrington discusses the impact of mindset and limiting beliefs on career satisfaction.
In this episode, Jen emphasizes the importance of shifting negative patterns like the "Sunday scaries" and "Monday dread." She highlights the detrimental effects of toxic work environments and the necessity of aligning your career with personal values. Jen shares her experiences and strategies for overcoming career dissatisfaction, including journaling, questioning limiting beliefs, and planning for career changes. She encourages you to reassess your career goals, address negative perceptions, and take proactive steps to improve your job satisfaction and overall well-being.
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We all spend tons of time on our social media constantly consuming influencer content and choosing branding that reflects our values. Have you given enough thought to one of your most important socials? LinkedIn is the most important platform for leveraging career advancement, and Jen is back in this episode to talk you through it.
Jen advises creating a professional LinkedIn profile, starting with a clear headshot and industry-related banner photo. The headline should not just list job titles but highlight unique skills and personal branding. Jen gives a ton of tips including engaging daily by liking, sharing, and commenting on content, and considering LinkedIn Premium for enhanced visibility. She also suggests using the "About" section to tell a career story and emphasizes the potential of LinkedIn as a future primary resume. Jen offers resources and encourages you to optimize your LinkedIn presence for better career opportunities.
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Today Jen sits down with guest and client Darren B, who has 24 years of experience in the automotive industry and shares how he used that experience and existing skills to journey from sales to management.
Darren chats with Jen about his transition to a new role servicing dealers for a trusted brand, leveraging his extensive experience and the support of his wife and career strategist, you guessed it, your host, Jen Warrington! Darren emphasizes the importance of not taking rejections personally, being patient, and learning basic personal finance. He was promoted to director after two years, showcasing his rapid growth and success. This conversation underscored the value of support systems and the power of self-belief in career advancement.
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Jen Warrington is back this week on Career Fuel to discuss Resumes!
The history and evolution of resumes, trace their origin to Leonardo da Vinci in 1482. Jen emphasizes that resumes are no longer standalone documents; they must be accompanied by a cover letter, a LinkedIn profile, and a network. Recruiters spend only 6-10 seconds reviewing resumes, so they must be clear, concise, and impactful. Key elements include a profile section, quantifiable achievements, and transferable skills. Jen not only gives you some "to do's" in this episode but also gives some "don't do's." Give this a listen if you are ready to apply for your dream job, but not quite sure where to start!
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Joining us today is the exceptional Jen Harper, founder of Cheekbone Beauty!
In this episode, Jen shares her journey from a $500 startup to a globally recognized brand. Inspired by a dream in 2015, she launched the company to represent indigenous people in the beauty industry. Cheekbone Beauty, available in Sephora and JCPenney, has earned numerous accolades, including the Social Enterprise Award and the Indigenous Entrepreneur of the Year Award. Jen emphasizes the importance of sustainability, transparency, and community support, highlighting their $300,000 donation to Indigenous youth and sustainability initiatives in 2023. She also discussed the challenges of scaling, the impact of her sobriety journey, and the importance of authenticity and resilience in entrepreneurship.
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If you are ready to switch jobs, but you don't know what you don't know about how to make a change - your host, Jen Warrington, a career strategist since 2007, is back! This time Jen is doing a deep dive into the things she wants you to know while you're on the job hunt!
Jen emphasizes the importance of curiosity + clear communication in career searches. She advises keeping resumes concise, recommending no more than two pages and avoiding graphics + colours, which can corrupt files when submitted through applicant tracking systems. Jen stresses the importance of quantifying achievements + using professional email addresses. She highlights LinkedIn as a powerful tool for career advancement, urging users to build engaging profiles and networks. Jen wants you to know that strategic job applications instead of mass submissions, + focusing on roles that align with your skills + values is the most effective way to land your dream career!
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Jen wants you to know that leveraging your current skills + abilities, is all you need to succeed, even without a university degree!
In the very first episode of Career Fuel, Jen Warrington of The Warrington Group shares her personal experiences and insights on navigating career changes + pivots, as she highlights the value of trusting recruiters, being open to new opportunities, + adapting to changing circumstances. Tune in to this episode if you want to learn more about how to take control of your career path + embrace change as an opportunity for growth + self-discovery.
Subscribe to the Career Accelerator Program: https://thwarringtongroup.ck.page/b6ba6dba83
Learn more + find resources: https://www.thewarringtongroup.ca/
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