The document provides career navigation strategies and advice from Yvette Lincoln of High Tide Empowerment, LLC. It outlines tips for evaluating career options, expanding skills and experience through additional education, internships, volunteering and networking. Specific strategies include researching industries, geographic flexibility, asking questions during interviews, comparing multiple offers, and considering options like graduate school or continuing education. The overall message is the importance of being relentless and taking charge of your career path.

1. Relentless Recession
Strategies
February 11, 2009
Yvette Lincoln
High Tide Empowerment, LLC

2. Dynamic Economies
When the Going Gets Tough, the Tough Gets
Going!
What Direction Are You Going Toward?
How Relentless Are You About Getting There?
Navigate Your Career!!
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3. Self Assessment & Evaluation
Starting Salary
Signing Bonus
Relocation
Vacation
Healthcare Benefits
Retirement Benefits
Business Travel
Job Demands
Discounts/ Perks
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4. Strategy & Knowledge
Carpe Diem- Seize the Day!!
– Start Your Career Search As Early As Possible
Envision Your Ideal Position
– What, Where, Why and How
Become Versed in Current Events
– Newspapers, Hoovers, Money Magazines, Stock Markets
Politics
– Economic Stimulus, Tax Programs, Government Funding
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5. Strategy & Knowledge
Emerging Technologies
– Cell Phones, Video Games and Defense Weapons
Consumer Spending
– Disposable Income and Layoffs
Target Stable Industries
– Healthcare, Food and Infrastructure
Networking
– Gather Industry Information and Connections
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6. Expand Your Toolkit
Double Major in your Academic Studies
– Engineering and Business
Add a Minor to your Studies
– Mathematics, Statistics, Finance
Become Fluent in a Foreign Language
– Spanish, Mandarin, German
Join a Professional Organization/Certification
– NSBE, SWE, APICS
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7. Experience Is Valuable
Internships
– 3 Month Interview With Real World Experience
Co-ops
– 6 Month Interview With Real World Experience
Student Research
– Valuable Experience in an Academic Environment
Volunteer Opportunities
– Giving Back to the Community/ Industry
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8. Broaden Your Horizon
Explore Related Industries
– Pharmaceutical to Food
Cross Functional Skills
– Leadership, Multitasking, Expert Computer Skills
Business Sectors
– Corporate, Private, Non Profit
Entrepreneurial
– Lay The Foundation For Your Dream Career
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9. Out of the Box Thinking
Geographical Limitations
– East , West, North or South Can Be Industry Dependent
International Experience
– Global Powerhouse or Emerging Markets
Rotational Programs
– 2-3 Year Programs With 6-8 Month Assignments
Accommodating Is Attractive
– Remain As Flexible As Possible
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10. Career Options Pro & Cons
Fulltime Employment
– Stable Environment and Consistent Experience
Consulting
– Flexible Positions With Various Exposure
Temporary Positions
– Possibility of Fulltime Employment/ Reassignment
Part Time Employment
– Less Than Standard Work Week
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11. Securing The Offer
Ask Specific Questions
– Recruiters and Interviewers
Investigate The Fine Details
– Contractual Obligations and Non Compete Clause
Termination Conditions
– “For Any or No Reason”
Establish Relationship
– Contact With HR, Manager or Associate
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12. Conquer Mission Impossible
Continue Your Job Search
– Internet, Career Fairs, Conferences
Multiple Interviews
– Every Experience Is Opportunity to Practice
Offer Comparison
– Leverage to Negotiate and Compare
Rescinding an Acceptance
– Professional Etiquette
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13. Continuing Education
Graduate School
– Master’s Degree
– PhD Program
Business School
– MBA
Professional Degrees
– Juris Doctorate
– Medical Doctorate
Parallel Path Your Options
Navigate Your Career!!
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14. Dynamic Economies
When the Going Gets Tough, the Tough Get
Going!
What Direction Are You Going Toward?
How Relentless Are You About Getting There?
Navigate Your Career!!
www.HighTideEmpowerment.com

15. Thank You!!
Yvette Lincoln, Certified Career Coach
High Tide Empowerment, LLC
www.HighTideEmpowerment.com
YvetteLincoln@phoenixmoon.net