Monica K. Brante - KEYCARD: How to open doors and get the jobs you want

KEYCARD How to open doors and get the job you want

By Monica K. Brante

Published by the Brante AS, President Harbitz gate 19B, Oslo, Norway

Copyright 2021 by Monica K. Brante

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Cover and layout by Katarzyna Gob

First edition May 2021

E-book ISBN : 978-82-692452-1-9

I dedicate this book to my son, Christopher,
who challenges me to do more. Please never stop holding
yourself or others accountable! This book is because of you.
I love you, and I am immensely proud of you!

This book is meant as a general resource book. It is not meant to provide individualized advice tailored to any specific job searching or career development process, career, or to any individuals particular needs. It is sold with the understanding that neither the author nor the publishers are offering or rendering individualized job search or career advice or any other professional services advice. The author and the publisher disclaim any responsibility for any liability, loss, or personal or otherwise adverse effects resulting from using the tips, exercises, and information found within this book. If needing expert assistance in any career choice, career development, financial, legal, medical-, health-, or fitness-related questions, one should seek advice from a competent professional service.

Although the publisher and the author have made every effort to ensure that the information in this book was correct at press time and while this publication is designed to provide accurate information in regard to the subject matter covered, the publisher and the author assume no responsibility for errors, inaccuracies, omissions, or any other inconsistencies herein and hereby disclaim any liability to any party for any loss, damage, or disruption caused by errors or omissions, whether such errors or omissions result from negligence, accident, or any other cause.

The publisher and the author make no guarantees concerning the level of success you may experience by following the advice and strategies contained in this book, and you accept the risk that results will differ for each individual. The testimonials and examples provided in this book show exceptional results, which may not apply to the average reader, and are not intended to represent or guarantee that you will achieve the same or similar results.

Unless otherwise indicated, all the names, characters, businesses, places, events, and incidents in this book are either the product of the authors imagination or used in a fictitious manner. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, or actual events is purely coincidental.

How great would it be to get up in the morning, eager to get to work?

Since you have picked up this book, you are probably about to make some changes in your career. Whether you are a full-time job seeker, looking for new, exciting job opportunities, or dreaming of new and better employment, this book is for you.

KEYCARD is a practical step-by-step job searcher playbook that provides all the tools necessary to meet your career aspirations and goals. I have shared all my best principles and strategies collected throughout my 30 year+ career to ensure you succeed in job hunting.

You will find research-verified techniques and advice for every stage in your job search. Whether you need a job immediately, want to transform your career, or double your salary, there is information in this book that may be critical to your success.

KEYCARD can be read from beginning to end or used as a handy reference tool throughout your job search process. I have included numerous tips, and some repetitions may occur where I think they may be helpful. However, I have tried to keep my writing to the point, my examples short, and the techniques in steps that are easy to follow.

Though this book will provide you with easy-to-use tactics on what to do if you need a job immediately, its mission is not to give you a quick fix. You will have to put in some time and effort to reap the long-term career benefits.

To those who had a rough exit from a previous employer or feel drained by the battle and defeated by the lack of support, I will quote Vanessa Williams: Success is the sweetest revenge. I have countless clients that are proud and living profs of this quote coming true.

We all have fears and stepping out of our comfort zone can be challenging. Do not worry. I have designed this book to help you build confidence as you go. I will work on your self-image and help you believe in yourself so you can show up as the best version of yourself when you need to.

There is a job and maybe your self-esteem too to reclaim, so let us get started. Trust the process. Ive got you, and youve got this!

Warm regards,

Monica K. Brante

SECTION 1
YOU and YOUR life

Having a job you love is vital for several reasons. You will feel more fulfilled, be more productive, and be more successful when you love what you do. You will also leave work feeling energized and be able to enjoy the other aspects of your life. Having a job you love makes you a better person for yourself and those around you.

If you look at your life, you will see certain work situations you like better than others. You may feel intrigued by several new things, and it might be hard to stake out the right course, career-wise. Rather than jumping from one job opportunity to the next on impulse, you should pursue the types of jobs that you will thrive in and where you will be happy.

Before actively searching for a job, we want to make sure that you have the right targets and that what you go after will give you overall life fulfillment and success long term. Your incoming opportunities must be compatible with the lifestyle you want now and in the future. The following exercises are designed to ensure that you go after goals aligned with your purpose, lifestyle, and natural strengths.

Although we may have goals, we might not always be fully aware of what drives us, as Claire found out:

Claire is a self-proclaimed high achiever with a Type A personality, always busy while having her eye on the next big thing. In addition to her job, family, and rich social life, she had several business sidelines, always thinking ahead to the next thing to accomplish.

She came into my office one day. She seemed unhappy and stressed. Her body language was tense, and she had a hard time sitting still in her chair.

I am so stressed all the time. I get a lot done, but there is so much to do, and I get so frustrated with myself and my family when things are not happening according to plan. Accomplishing things makes me feel great, but I am in a constant state of stress to get it all done, and it hurts everyone.