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Diversitas Newsletter May 2021 - What Is Your Networking Mindset?, Your Why In Difficult Times, Complimentary Career Support

Published almost 3 years ago • 3 min read

Welcome to the Diversitas May Newsletter. What a wonderful season autumn has been to date, particularly in Melbourne. The changing of the leaves brings such beauty and inspiration to the city. It is a time for re-generation and change. This can also be seen in our job market thankfully with unemployed going down and an upturn in hiring occurring. While job sites are certainly worth including as a part of your job search strategy, as always, I caution against them as the default. For professionals and executives looking to transition, the best and most effective way is through networking. It is a slower process however one that brings a positive return and helps with your career longer term. It is an investment in you and your career.

Give Me a Moment to Change Your Mindset Towards Networking More!

We all make excuses about why we do not network – from I don’t have time to, it seems inauthentic, it just feels dirty, or I just don’t have anything to say. I challenge you to re-define your mindset towards networking and learn to incorporate it into your career management strategy.

If you approach networking with a genuine interest in learning about people and their career stories and about new companies, organisations and the market then you will probably really enjoy it. Approach it with a sense of curiosity and openness. That said, do so professionally. Have questions prepared, send well written communications, stick to meeting times and don’t waste people’s time. Go in having done your research and having a purpose or desired outcome you are seeking from the meeting. While the long term goal maybe a job, networking is about building trust to the point that jobs and referrals will eventually come organically once you have built the trust. It takes time, which is what can also put people off networking. Particularly given the society we live in today with the expectation that things will happen NOW. If you don’t invest the time, then don’t expect a good return. It is as simple as that. If you do however, you will have a prosperous and personally rewarding and fulfilling career. To read more visit the Diversitas Blog

How to Discover Your “Why” In Difficult Times.

Simon Sinek: How to discover your "why" in difficult times | TED Talk

What has the coronavirus pandemic taught us about ourselves and our relationships? In a deeply personal and wide-ranging conversation, leadership expert Simon Sinek shares his own experience caring for his mental health as the world shut down. He discusses why we need to nurture friendships (in both good times and bad), explains why anyone can be a leader -- and reveals the secret to discovering your "why" in life.

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What does a successful career look like to you? Is your career on the right path?

With the pandemic, many people are stopping to reflect on how they want the next stage of their career to look. And while status and a well-paying job (being paid your worth) remain important, there are many more elements that professionals and executives are wanting from a job and an employer. Our time on this earth is limited, and our time spent at work occupies about 1/3 of our lives. So having a job and career path aligned with your values and sense of purpose, experiencing a positive workplace, and working with good people really do matter to most.

If you are at the stage where you are questioning what is next, and considering a career or job change, please reach out for a confidential discussion with our experience Career & Executive Coaches.

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• Leadership Development

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• MBA Career Transitions

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If you are feeling unsure about your work right now, feel free to reach out to us and book your 30minute complimentary coaching call. It may be to discuss your boss and their approach, your fears about job security and what’s next, challenges around communication within your team etc. We are here to listen and help where we can or refer you to someone who can. It is confidential. Calendly - Diversitas Coaching

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