👋 Hey, it’s Jacqueline. Welcome to my weekly newsletter on navigating career transitions with confidence and clarity. If you’re looking for hands-on guidance in your job search, check out my Group Coaching for Career Transition—a step-by-step approach to finding your next great opportunity. Join here!

📊 Power Phrase of the Week

"Your career transition isn't an ending—it's the launch of your next great opportunity."
— Jacqueline Twillie, Chief Leadership Officer, ZeroGap.co

☀ Lanyap Mornings

Unexpected career transitions can feel overwhelming, but instead of casting a wide net and declaring yourself "open to anything," a strategic approach will yield better results.

Key Principles:

• Process of elimination: Identify what you don’t want to refine your focus.

• Transferable skills: Highlight strengths that apply across industries.

• Energy alignment: Seek roles that genuinely excite and motivate you.

🔹 Quick Tip: Before applying, ask yourself: "Would this role energize me long-term?"

🎯 Question of the Week

Which best describes your approach to job searching?
A) I apply to as many jobs as possible, hoping for responses.
B) I focus on a few industries where I have experience.
C) I strategically target roles that align with my skills and passion.
D) I’m unsure where to start and need clarity.

📌 ProTip: Your job search should be intentional. The more focused your approach, the better the results.

💪 Leadership Lab

10-Minute Resume Refresh Challenge

🔹 Step 1: Remove outdated experiences that don't align with your career goals.
🔹 Step 2: Rewrite your summary to reflect what you bring to the table, not just what you've done.
🔹 Step 3: Replace responsibilities with measurable achievements.

🎯 Morning Routine Integration: Spend 10 minutes each morning refining a different section of your resume.

📈 Trend Watch + What I’m Trying in AI

How the Job Market is Shifting in 2024

• Companies value adaptability and problem-solving over rigid experience requirements.

• Skills-based hiring is replacing traditional degree-focused approaches.

• Remote and hybrid roles continue to expand, but competition is high.

How to answer the question: “Walk Me Through Your Resume”Many hiring managers will begin a job interview by asking: “Can you walk me through your resume?” They’re not looking for a laundry list of accomplishments or responsibilities. Instead, they want a focused narrative that highlights why you’re the perfect fit for the new role. read more

Amazon Unveils Alexa+, Powered by Generative A.I.

Amazon is aiming to catch up in generative artificial intelligence and to reboot its virtual assistant, which has been leapfrogged by powerful chatbots. read more

🔍 Action Step: Update your LinkedIn profile to highlight skills over job titles.

💡 Ask Jacqueline

Q: "How do I explain an employment gap without sounding like I’m making excuses?"
A: Reframe it as a period of growth! Example: "During this time, I earned certifications in [X], took on freelance projects in [Y], and deepened my expertise in [Z]." Employers appreciate candidates who show resilience and self-improvement.

💭 Have a leadership question? DM me on LinkedIn!

🏆 Quick Wins Spotlight

🎙 Winning Season Podcast Highlight: "Turning Career Setbacks into Leadership Comebacks."
💡 Key Takeaway: Your job loss doesn’t define you—your response to it does.

🎉 Have a quick win to share? Email us at [email protected]!

🛠 Implementation Corner

Your 3-Day Resume Detox Plan:
✅ Day 1: Brain dump your top 5 career wins from the past 5 years.
✅ Day 2: Match those wins to job descriptions that excite you.
✅ Day 3: Rewrite your summary to highlight your unique value.

✨ Next Week Preview: "Mastering Difficult Conversations as a Leader."

🚀 Your next opportunity isn’t just about finding any job—it’s about finding the right one. Take a breath, trust the process, and step forward with confidence!