CAREER RESOURCES

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Job search resources for professionals at all points of the journey.

Whether you decide you are ready to move forward in pursuit of your dream job or hunker down with a placeholder, here are some resources that connect employers with employees who can work in person and remotely. There are many more, but the team at Spearmint has researched these and, or had feedback from clients that they have been useful in their search.

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Recommended Reading:

Chatter by Ethan Kross, PhD

Dr Ethan Kross is a highly regarded researcher and expert on controlling the conscious mind. In Chatter, he uses research studies (his and other scholars’) focusing on the brain and human behavior to weave together a most compelling treatise on how to gain control over that inner voice, turning it from being a negative critic into a helpful coach. 

His forthright tone makes it easy to understand. Just corralling with a technique like mindfulness can turn off the negative thoughts for a while, but nothing really gets resolved. Kross teaches us how to corral AND convert that voice into a valuable constructive ally. The bonus in owning the book are the tools at the end. All the principles, and techniques Kross refers to are listed together in this section- especially like ranking easiest to most difficult to implement.  My favorite is one of the fast ones—turn the chatter into 2nd or 3rd person using one’s name instead of “me” or “I.” It helps you zoom out from your inner voice and think more like a problem-solver not for yourself but for someone else. Purchase

Smart Brevity

Brevity is confidence. Length is fear. That’s the guiding principle of Smart Brevity, a communication formula built by Axios journalists to prioritize essential news and information. We’re all slammed with too many words! Slacked words. Emailed words. Texted words… Concise communication is a key focus for both my leadership and my career transition clients, so I’m super excited to recommend this book, which comes with easy-to-use tools and worksheets! Purchase

18 Minutes: Find Your Focus, Master Distraction and Get the Right Things Done

Frans Note to Reader: Great book for people who have trouble prioritizing, focusing on, and accomplishing goals. 18 Minutes will teach you how to prioritize the important things in life.

Recognized as the #1 executive coach globally by Leading Global Coaches, Peter Bregman shows how busy people can cut through all the daily clutter and distractions and find a way to focus on those key items that are truly the top priorities in our lives. Bregman works from the premise that the best way to combat constant and distracting interruptions is to create productive distractions of one's own. Based upon a series of short bite-sized chapters, his approach allows us to safely navigate through the constant chatter of emails, text messages, phone calls, and endless meetings that prevent us from focusing our time on those things that are truly important to us.  Purchase

Give and Take

Frans Note to Reader: In today’s world, success is highly dependent on interaction with others. Give and Take shows you how to develop your network and connections to reach success.

A top-rated Wharton professor and organizational psychologist, Adam Grant’s terrific book highlight what effective networking, collaboration, influence, negotiation, and leadership skills have in common. This surprising book opens up an approach to success that has the power to transform not just individuals and groups, but entire organizations and communities. Purchase

Build Your Dream Network

Frans Note to Reader: Networking is an art and the digital landscape has changed the way we meet people. Build Your Dream Network is a great book for individuals looking to learn the ins and outs of networking in this digital era.

J Kelley Hoey, writer, investor, connector, and networking expert packs this book with straightforward and encouraging advice. Build Your Dream Network shows how small adjustments in your daily routine, generosity, and goal-focused efforts are all it takes to set you apart and ignite the powerful connections that will lead to major opportunities for success.  Purchase

Just Listen: Discover the Secret to Getting Through to Absolutely Anyone

Frans Note to Reader: This is an evergreen favorite for everyone! Learn how to communicate more successfully and actively listen to others through effective techniques.

Dr. Mark Goulston, psychiatrist, and consultant to major organizations, shows readers the secret to getting through to absolutely anyone through listening. Just Listen is a ground-breaking book, in a useful format to help the reader master the fine but critical art of effective communication and connect with even the most difficult people in their lives. Purchase

The Long Game: How to Be a Long-Term Thinker in a Short-Term World

Frans Note to Reader: A new “Fran-Favorite” book I plan to share with clients and friends. As Dorie points out, “it’s no secret that we’re pushed to the limit. Today’s professionals feel rushed, overwhelmed, and perennially behind. So we keep our heads down, focused on the next thing, and the next, without a moment to breathe. How can we break out of this endless cycle and create the kind of interesting, meaningful lives we all seek?”

The book helps re-frame our hyper “in the moment” thinking, with actionable takeaways that will change the reader’s perspective and highlight the importance of the big picture and the power of small changes that, made today, will have an enormous and disproportionate impact on our future success. We need to start playing The Long Game! Purchase

Designing Your Life: How to Build a Well-Lived, Joyful Life

Frans Note to Reader: I have had clients who have taken the Stamford course this book and process are based on much positive feedback. Readers will learn to use the same design thinking process that has created amazing technology and products in their personal/professional lives. Great for those who feel stuck, and need to create ideas and a path towards new goals.  

Bill Burnett and Dave Evans, the Silicon Valley innovators, and Stanford University design educators have helped thousands change the way they think about their professional journey. The New York Times Bestseller is packed with tools and actionable charts to help along the way. Purchase