When I wanted to change my career, I did a lot of experimentation.

In no particular order, here are some of the ways.

I volunteered with a food van to feed people experiencing hardship. I taught asylum seekers how to use computers. I wrote submissions to the government so some could stay in Australia. I helped asylum seekers find jobs. I wrote a couple of articles for industry magazines. I conducted research for an association for office professionals.  I coached friends on job interviews.  I chaired charity committees. I wrote promotional material for a literacy program.

And that’s just the unpaid stuff.

I didn’t even think I could ask other people who’d gone before me for help.

Looking back I could have saved myself a lot of pain.

If you’re confused about what to do – we have someone interesting for you to meet.

On today’s show we’re grilling Sharn Bedi.

Sharn has reinvented her career from sales and marketing, to TV hosting to coaching.

We’re going to get her to share exactly how she did it.

HOW TO WATCH AND ASK QUESTIONS.

Click on this link @3pm Melbourne time. It’s Naishadh Gadani’s activity feed on LinkedIn. The show will pop up. If it doesn’t wait a minute and hit refresh.

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Have you ever wondered why people are not connecting with you on LinkedIn or in interview?

My guess is that you’re hiding behind a mask of your experience and skills when you show up in the recruitment process.

Yet what people are really looking for is to better understand you.

Let me give a little example to explain what I mean.

“As Founder of InterviewIQ Karalyn has spent the last 10 years helping people find jobs.”

Even I’m a bit “meh” when I read something like that.

What about this, then?

“As a young girl, I always had an idea that there was more going on in the world, than what others around me accepted as normal. I sensed my family was thought of as a little odd in our neighbourhood as we didn’t have carpet in our house, and only one car.

I found it weird that nobody thought to ask questions about why. I think I have been asking them ever since. 

I suspect that makes me a good writer.”

I realise my story speaks to a very middle class and suburban upbringing – but which statement do you connect with more?

This is what we’re talking about today on Career Care Package.

How sharing your story can make the biggest and most powerful difference to your career success.

We’re excited to be joined by Founder of Mpowrd – Natasha Margaritis.

Natasha has a great career backstory story herself and will talk us through how storytelling can shape your success.

HOW TO WATCH AND ASK  QUESTIONS>>

Visit Naishadh Gadani’s activity tab on LinkedIn at 3pm or, click on this link here at 3pm>>> GO TO LINKEDIN LIVE.

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Have you noticed how some people seem to be hitting the shops more than ever during this crisis, and others go into lockdown mode?

I’m in the latter camp – but, ironically that does not make me a better money manager.

Today we have a very special guest – Money Coach, Matt Hern

We’re talking about how to manage your money if you’re worried about your job and finances during Covid-19.

Matt goes beyond the standard tips about budgeting.

We’re also digging into creating the mindset that will help you be more effective.

How to watch and ask questions 

Visit Naishadh Gadani’s activity tab on LinkedIn at 3pm or, click on this link here at 3pm>>> GO TO LINKEDIN LIVE.

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Yes, you read that correctly.

As part of our #CareerCarePackage, Naish and I are throwing the next LinkedIn Live session over to you.

This is a tough time to find a job.

We’ve been speaking to a lot of people in recruitment and talent acquisition who tell us that instead of getting 60 applications for a role, they’re now receiving 500+.

What that means for you, is that you need to be more creative in getting noticed, and in the way you look for a job.

So if you’ve got questions, about anything at all related to your job search, join us today at 3pm Melbourne time.

We’ll have  red hot go at helping you put your best foot forward.

To watch, simply click on this link, to Naishadh Gadani’s activity tab on LinkedIn, just after 3 pm.

If the session does not come up, refresh your screen until it does.

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I can’t believe we’re up to episode 42 of #CareerCarePackage – but here we are.

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Each weekday, rain, hail and shine Naishadh Gadani from Your Career Downunder and I pop up on his activity feed on LinkedIn at 3pm with LinkedIn Live and a special guest to give you guidance and support through this uncertain time.

Join us live tomorrow 27/5 @3pm Melbourne time where Naisahadh and I are chatting to the Founder of Project Displaced – Anthony Cohen.

What’s this all about I hear you ask?

Well, it’s another one of those initiatives that restores your faith in human kindness.

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