Career Advice Talk

Enhance Your Resume by Going Global

19th May, 2009 - Posted by Robin Ogden -

Guest Post by:  Dr. Debi Yohn –

This is a tough job market but there are jobs. With all the downsizing and layoffs, employers still have specific needs. This article is written for people of all ages who have specific job skills. These may be internet skills, technical skills, writing skills, proofreading, translation, being a virtual assistant, transcriptions, catalog layout, logo creations… I am just pulling these descriptions out of my head but these are jobs that are out there - posted on the web. There are thousands of opportunities. You just need to know how to access them. You need a Treasure Map.

The job market is changing. Optimistically, the shift that is occurring is an evolution. It is not bad but it is different from the work place that we all know. The world is moving very fast. In this technical age the needs in the workplace change faster than employers can adapt. Employers are trying to meet the needs of the market that they service. When you add unions into the mix, it gets very complicated because union rules and contracts are specific and the talents currently needed, require flexibility.

We initially focused on people wanting to live abroad and make a global income. This is appealing to the renegade Baby Boomers who are ready to retire now. This also appeals to the retirees who have seen their retirement portfolios “tank” with the recent economic down turn. I have lived abroad throughout my professional career and I have a very optimistic perspective. I advise people to “Think Globally”.

My husband, Winton Churchill (yes, he is related to Sir Winston), and I have a consulting business that coaches people of all ages to think globally, take control of their destiny and make a global income. Recently, this has gotten the attention of young college graduates that are having a difficult time finding a professional job. Many of our graduates do not have a work history but they have the skills. A college student often has computer skills and technology skills that surpass the baby boomer. Many were almost born with a lap top across their infant seats.

I encourage young adults to use the Internet to develop their global income. It will look better on a resume than working at Starbucks plus this kind of experience will fine tune the technical skills needed in the current business environment. Yes, this gives the “geeks” a clear advantage but we help everyone discover the talents they can put on the global market place to supplement their income or to create an income.

Living outside the borders of the United States is adventurous but not for everyone. If you work in the global market place, you can work anywhere. This removes daily commutes, the need to wear suits and pantyhose, and the need to live in high rent areas. It gives individuals the freedom to live where they want. This can be in another country, on a cruise ship, in an RV, an isolated area or for those happy where they are, at home in their pajamas.

People of all ages can create profiles that attract businesses looking for their specific skills. There are monthly membership programs with weekly assignments with each week building on the week before. For those in the fast lane who need to come up to speed quickly, there are coaching programs with one-on-one coaching. The business environment is changing but there is work out there that needs to get done.

So, put your skills on the global market and take back control of your life and your income. You will no longer be dependent on large corporations and governments. You will be in control of your destiny. Find your serenity and your passion while earning a global income. That may be where your next job is. So get those shoes off and look outside the box.

Dr. Debi Yohn, Co-Founder of BareFoot Consultants and Counseling Psychologist, teaches you how to put your skills on the global market and increase your income 30% to 70%. This reduces your dependence on flaky governments, teetering financial institutions and oppressive employers… all of whom have too much influence on your life today.

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