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An Academic, Job Searching
VII. An Academic, Job Searching: Reflecting on the Process and the Outcome
Jan 08, 2015 Lee Skallerup Bessette
My coach helped me articulate my brand and convey it throughout all of my communications, be it a job letter, my blog, or other forms of engagement.
VI. An Academic, Job Searching: Dealing With Setbacks
Jan 01, 2015 Lee Skallerup Bessette
Being on the job market, I've had to deal with some serious setbacks. My coach taught me how to bounce back.
V. An Academic, Job Searching: Embracing My Own Personality Traits
Dec 25, 2014 Lee Skallerup Bessette
I struggle with recognizing and embracing those elements of my personality that make me unique and valuable.
IV. An Academic, Job Searching: Learning to Read the Job Ad and Write the Alt-Ac Cover Letter
Dec 18, 2014 Lee Skallerup Bessette
One of the things I've been struggling with during my transition into an alt-ac career is how to read a job ad and write an appropriate cover letter in…
III. An Academic, Job Searching: Transitioning From Instructor To My Own Brand
Dec 11, 2014 Lee Skallerup Bessette
Through the branding process, I began to identify as an educator. As part of being a passionate educator, what strengths did I have to offer?
II. An Academic, Job Searching: Letting Go of the Academic Dream
Dec 04, 2014 Lee Skallerup Bessette
My first coaching challenge was letting go of thinking I was a failed academic. I felt trapped as an instructor of Freshman English.
I. An Academic, Job Searching: Getting Started With an Academic Career Coach
Nov 24, 2014 Lee Skallerup Bessette
I sought coaching to help me focus, find my brand, and create a coherent narrative about myself.
