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I found these tips on involving others as references very helpful! I wish I would have this sooner and considered providing people I have used as references with a resume so that they would be more knowledgable about where I am at and my experiences.

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Personally, I have never completely bought in to the whole Linked In thing and I am not convinced that it significantly aids in helping someone get a job. I have had a linked in profile, but I didn't really think that it did much. With that said, I think that this is helpful to provide a concise document of ways to improve the effectiveness of linked in. If a client has linked in, then I would suggest some of these tips to them, but if the client does not already have a linked in, I wouldn't push it.

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I appreciated the LinkedIn tip sheet for it being very straightforward. I found it concise and helpful as a checklist format, including images of what to expect/what the site looks like for better understanding and clarification.

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This is super simple and easy to follow. I love the concise tips and examples. These are things most people may not usually consider when listing references for a resume. This is a short, easily attainable resource that could help a future career counselor help his or her client market to be more professional and efficient in getting the job they desire.

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I have always wondered how exactly to go about getting references, so this is a really great document. I like how it not only includes the format for references, but it also has tips which I found extremely helpful. I will not only save this to use this for myself but I would definitely use this with clients. I don't think there has ever been one go-to guide for including references that I have seen, and I have been unsure about whether to include this in a resume or not, so I am sure that others are also probably not certain about how to go about this correctly. Thank you for sharing this document with us!

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From the title alone, I am hooked because I love gratitude and think it is such an effective tool to use to reframe negative thoughts and change your outlook. I was curious though how it would be relevant for career counseling.

After reading it, some may be skeptical of it for being maybe overly optimistic, but I don’t think so! I think that mindfulness really plays a big part here- accepting each moment as it comes and being grateful for it and not judging it as either positive or negative, but everything being a learning experience. In my first “grown up” job after college, there were days that I was miserable sitting in a cubicle not speaking to anyone for 8 hours a day, however I tried to make a conscious effort to remain grateful that I had a steady income and benefits in order to pay all of the bills, and I knew that it was a learning experience and a stepping stone to where I would eventually end up, and look where it led me! So yes, I would definitely use this for clients.

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I would also use this reference template. The suggestions provided allow the client to understand the value of 1) choosing references, 2) asking people to serve as references, and 3) the importance of forming connections in and out of their career fields.

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As someone who has benefited professionally from LinkedIn, I appreciate this resource as it shows clients a step-by-step model of how to effectively create a profile and gain connections. I have seen many profiles that are more like professional Facebook pages, or digital resumes. This resources shows clients how to market themselves and list their contributions to their field of work.

I would encourage clients to use this resource, but inform them the importance of updating the information if they undergo a career change.

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I really appreciated the intention of this pamphlet and all that it included. I am not entirely big on the definitiveness of the wording and am curious what research all of this information was pulled from.

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I was very confused with this document.

Are the clients grateful for the skills from the previous position? Are they grateful for the opportunity to change jobs?

This is a very optimistic approach that may benefit some clients in the beginning stages of a career change if they experience self-doubt or impostor syndrome, but other than that I would not know when else to use this.

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I am not really familiar with the site LinkedIn, like I know what it is, but have never actually used it. So, this will definitely be a tool for me to use to further navigate the site on top of additional tips to get the most out of its benefits. It also helps to have screenshots and visuals.

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-I appreciate the purpose of this document because not everyone follows the “typical” stages of career development at the ages that are suggested in the career diamond, any many people have several entries into new professions, which can feel overwhelming that you my not be able to compete with others for jobs who may have more experience in the field than you. The document is a bit extensive so can look like a lot to go over at first, but if you go through each “tip” slowly and thoroughly and only cover a few of them each session, rather than all at once, it may be more helpful. I would use the list of the 10 tips as reference for a client but wouldn’t necessarily read the entire document to them.

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Career changes are stressful and often nerve wracking, so I appreciate that this resources provides example with each tips and visuals. The graphics throughout the document make the reader feel move comfortable navigating through the form, reading and processing the information provided.

I also appreciate that the language is simple and easy to read. Clients and counselors would not need a thesaurus to understanding the messaging in the text. I would use this resource with my clients.

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I like how simple this resource was. The information is very important, and even though it may be common sense to a lot of adults, others may not know specific details that are important. I like that they had a template reference page but I actually bypassed it when I first opened it up because it looked like a copyright page or something.

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This resource is really informative and straight forward. I think that it offers good basic information about each section, but I think it could have been a little more specific in certain areas.

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I LOVED this resource. They kept it short and sweet while also including very helpful information about the references you should use and how you should use them and what information you should include about them.

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I cannot deny that this resource provided helpful information for branding yourself and designing a resume. However, I cannot see myself utilizing this resource nor recommending it to a client due to the overwhelming and lengthiness nature of it. It is just a bit too much.

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I would definitely use this as a resource for a client. It gets straight to the point and has a template.

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I absolutely ADMIRE this reference. I fully believe in the power of gratitude and reflecting on things to be grateful for!! this can be especially helpful for a client who does not know where to start with this new "attitude of gratitude." I only wonder where the research or reference from this information is so that I have more to back it up with and to potentially gain access to more resources from that reference!

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I like how it went into detail about each section of your profile and told you what to include in it. It also said how much you should say and why it is beneficial to you to be short and sweet sometimes and not go into too much detail. I would definitely use this with a client.

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I really like this resource! It is very easy to understand and I think that many others would appreciate having an example reference page to refer to if needed. In addition, it seems very helpful to have included some additional tips on collecting references, the types of references to use, and other necessary specifics. I would be highly likely to use this resource with future clients.

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I love this because it is so concise and helpful. I do think that all of this information is common sense though. I think I would use this with a client who is fresh out of higschool or new to the task force because they may not be familiar with how to do it. however, it is a great refresher for all clients.

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At first, this resource seemed like it would be an easy and simple activity to give a client. Once I started reading it though, it seemed kinda sketchy. There are several grammatical errors and it just doesn't seem like something I would want to give to my client. Although the thought is there, I think that there should be more to it than just Gratitude. Like some others said, a client may take offensive to it thinking you're assuming they aren't grateful. If I were to ever use this, I may bring it in after exploring some acceptance and stuff first.

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I would not use this with a client. I appreciate what they are trying to say, but there is no evidence to support what they are saying about it and I don’t feel that it really takes into account what a client may be going through at the time.

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10/10 would recommend! The layout is interesting and easy to follow. The information is real life examples of what is expected, what others do, do right or wrong depending on if theirs meets the checks.

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I think the concept of a career change resume is very important, and I would want to address marketing my client with what they have for a new position or career with the transferable skills they already obtain. I think it's a good reference to use as a tool while career counseling a client. I like the idea of using a non-traditional resume format to highlight different aspects of yourself.

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I love how concise this resource is. There's no unnecessary information, it gets straight to the point. The example included is very helpful to get an idea of what a references list should look like. This would be so quick and easy to inform a client about and may even take some pressure off for them if they're concerned about the format and all that goes into a reference list.

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I think people underestimate the value of having good references as well as informing those people that you are using them in your resume or application. This resource is something short and efficient with information that a client and counselor can go through when helping a client create a resume and things they would need to start applying for jobs. I really liked how the tips were straight to the point and they only put six of them down. That was a smart move in keeping it concise.

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This is a great resource and very useful. The tips are perfect when listing references. It also mentions who should be used as a reference which is important because some people may not be sure. I never thought about giving information to a reference just in case so I am glad it mentions that. I would give this to a client.

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I liked how the information was presented in this resource. It seemed to be very thorough but also not too overwhelming with the amount of information given. It is helpful that a picture example was given, to ensure that people know where and how to write their personal information on the website.

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This resource was really helpful. I liked how they explained everything you need to do on LinkedIn and why. I would definitely use this when almost all clients because it is actually helpful to today's technological society. I think I would use this especially with an older client who is not as familiar with how to upload their resume and experience to linkedIn.

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I like that they incorporate pictures to aid in enhancing a LinkedIn profile. It seems very straightforward. I could see myself using this with a client who has little experience with technology but wants to showcase their skills and abilities in a way to reach a lot of potential employers. It may be overwhelming to present though, so I'd be mindful of whether or not the client is ready to take the next step in the process.

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I feel like these are very useful because they include not only what the tips are, but why they are helpful and how to actually apply them as well. However, I do think it’s a lot of information to absorb and can be overwhelming for a new client. I would use it with a client but I would use it in a condensed version so as not to overwhelm them

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I think this resource is laid out find but I do not know what it is for. It seems to be a employee profile and this is instructions on how to create it. If I was a counselor I would go through creating this profile with my client if it was what they were wanting to do. As far as helping a client find careers using this method, I would have to look more into what it is, what it offers, and how successful it is before I go down that path.

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I would not give this resource to a client. I really like the outline but the info might as well be in a different language. There are multiple spelling errors and it seems more like a flyer trying to sell praise.
I wish the first resource on ten tips was organized in this manner without the pushiness.
Also, the top piece looks like an ad for vacation while also being a photographer's sample work

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I am a bit confused to how this is a resource to give to a client. Even though it is a nice message, I am not sure if I would want to use it as an actual resource but I may have a conversation with a client about gratitude if it was necessary. I keep imagining someone in my office because they lost their job and during the rage phase I give them this gratitude worksheet (because that is what it is) and things going wrong. I think if I use this resource, it would depend on the situation and the client.

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So far this is my favorite resource. Linkedin is a great tool when looking for a job. I really like how it explains what happens in each section of your profile and the best way to fill out your profile. I also think it is great that they give examples on the side of what a profile looks like. I would definitely give this to my client because it is very resourceful as well as a simple and organized read.

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I think that this could be a really helpful activity and resource to use with future clients. It was useful to include the benefits of gratitude, in order to inspire a person incorporate this perspective into their life. I find that using gratitude as a practice can deeply influence and impact your experience.  However, this resource seems a little bit TOO short and concise. It would be more interesting if there was more creativity in the action part of the activity.

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This resource has a lot of great details but it is SUPER long! Like 26 pages long which can be a LOT for a client. I think it is a good resource for me to use with a client so I can walk them along and explain what is written, but unless they REALLy like to read and want to know a lot of details, I would not hand it to them.

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I enjoy the positive intentions behind this resource. It's short and sweet. I think it's cool that they have an "action" section where you can write down things you are grateful for and begin practicing being mindful of that. The only thing that stands out to me (coming from a non-directive play perspective after this summer lol) is where it says, "Praise is THE way to motivate others." Praise is helpful but it is also good to come from within. Encouragement may have been a better term. Besides that, I enjoy this resource and its focus on gratitude. This could be helpful for a client who struggles with taking note of the little things and enjoying them without stressing about the future.

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This one was more pleasing than the first one. It is simple and easy plus not long. I like that it is trying to get others to realize what they are grateful for. Even though I like it i would not be comfortable giving this to my client. In my opinion, it seems like the counselor is trying to tell the client they are not grateful. It might offend the client.

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I think learning the concept of gratitude is something that everyone should do. Being grateful makes you humble. This resource is short and sweet. It reminds me of a creative intervention that a counselor could use if the client was coming to the counselor with issues of not being grateful. However, I do not think a counselor should offer this straight up because it has the potential to offend a client and create tension in the therapeutic alliance.

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I think that this resource would be very helpful with a client that is struggling to create a strong resume. It is pretty lengthy, but the information is pertinent. I remember having to write my first resume and I was super overwhelmed, so I got help from my uncle who is a recruiter. His job is literally to look at resumes and decide who the best candidate is. He helped me realize that there is a LOT that employers look for in resumes and that it is important to spend time and effort to make it stand out. While I probably wouldn't just give my client this resource to read on their own, I may use it to pick out some key areas that I've noticed they struggle with on their resume and help them enhance those.

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I do not think I would give this as a resource for my client. Not because it isn't helpful, it is just too much information for someone coming in for guidance. It is interesting and helpful to me a student but I can see how much of an overload it can be for someone.
If I were to use this resource, it would be used as a take home assignment to browse and talk about next time.

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The resource is very well done and professional. I myself can read it but I would not give it to a client. It is too long and they would not want to read all of that. You can compare it to having to read a chapter for a class which is not what the client would want.

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I feel that this resource has a lot of good information that would be useful for a client who is a little lost on how to successfully write a resume. I like that there are explanations and definitions to make what they're talking about clearer. However, there were some points where I felt they could have focused more such as the "Things to Avoid" section. That deserves more detail in order to emphasize and clarify what's considered to be "right," in my opinion. The resource is pretty lengthy so with a client I would probably point them in the direction of the pages that best match their needs instead of expecting them to sort through all of that information.

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I found this resource to have helpful aspects such as including relevant keywords and that it provides  general types of information that is optimal for a resume. However, I would personally not use this resource with clients because it is entirely too long for them to stay interested to read it. It would be better for the career counselor to use this as a resource, synthesize the information in a concise way, and then share that information with the client.

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When I went through reading the ten tips to branding you resume, I thought about my own resume in regards to how I made it. If i were to work with a client who is having trouble landing the career they want, this seems like a great resource to help them stick out among other interviewees. The tips they suggest seem to be modern and going in a direction of creativity. Maybe a few decades ago, everyone wanted the most professional and sleek resume because it meant they were classy and top of the food chain. Now employers want creativity and people that stand out among a crowd. I especially thing the things to avoid sections was primarily important. Writing a resume is pretty simple since the information is readily available but knowing what not to do is something many of us do not take into consideration. I appreciate the tips and would most definitely use it with a client if they were interested.

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Ten Tips to Brand Your Career Change Resume

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Ten Tips to Brand Your Career Change Resume

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Go to www.aspireforsuccess.com.  On this website, there is an “about” link.  Click it and then click “free resources.”  There are four free downloadable resources.  Imagining for a moment that you are graduated, and working with an adult client who comes to you for career counseling, click on each of the four resources and post a critique of each one, focusing especially on whether or not you would want to use any or all of these resources with your client.

Double click on the four topics above to type your critiques.