JOBS with Mike Dunn and Katie Mills, SHRM-SCP, is a dedicated column on LKNConnect designed to support job seekers. With a focus on practical tools, local job leads, and expert advice, Mike and Katie help readers stay informed, prepared, and confident as they pursue new career opportunities. Whether you’re actively searching or simply exploring what’s next, this column offers a trusted source of guidance to help you take the next step (See Mike and Katie’s qualifying experience below)
Believe me, I know what it’s like to be on the hunt for a new job! Lots of competition! Lots of rejections! Lots of hurry up and wait! Well, do not be discouraged as everything happens in due time.
A good strategy would be to prioritize networking and building relationships, tailoring your resume and cover letter, using social media/job search websites, and polishing up your LinkedIn profile.
– Get out there and strategically network! Connect with people in your field or industry in which you wish to be, attend as many industry events as you can, and post and engage on social media daily.
– Ask for introductions, referrals, and recommendations from your contacts.
– Use keywords from the job description to help your resume pass through ATS’s. (Applicant Tracking System)
– Enhance your skills! Take courses or workshops as an investment in your professional development.
– Seek out a professional mentor. COnnect with seasoned professionals who can provide support and guidance in your career journey.
– Stay positive! The job process can take time so be sure to be maintaining a healthy lifestyle to help manage your stress levels. Engage in hobbies. Do things that make you happy
Mike Dunn
Mike spent 24 years as a Major Accounts Manager for a Fortune 50 IT company before launching three businesses that focus on job creation, workforce development, and customer service:
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Katie Mills, SHRM–SCP
Katie is a passionate HR professional with deep involvement at both the local and national levels of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). She brings real-time insight into hiring trends, workplace culture, and the evolving expectations of employers in today’s labor market.
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