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How to Make a Career Pivot (or Left Turn)
Created 10 years ago in Business / Getting Started

It's one thing to realize, "Oh hey, I don't want to do this thing that I do professionally." But how do you make the pivot? Let's roll up our sleeves and get down with some ideas on how you can figure out WHY you want to do this, WHAT that next thing looks like, and (so importantly)... WHAT'S IT GONNA TAKE to get there?
Some people get lucky. The rest of us? We make our own luck.
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Jenny Foss
Portland, Oregon
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Career strategist and the voice of the popular career blog JobJenny.com. I also operate a Portland, OR-based recruiting agency and am the author of the Ridiculously Awesome Resume Kit and the Ridiculously Awesome LinkedIn Kit. (And, let's be frank -- I make a mean margarita, and I'll beat you at Scrabble. Every time.) I’m a full-on believer that, if you can blast away some of the fear, confusion and overwhelm that always seems to accompany change, you’ll be much more equipped to move toward the job of your dreams, build your entrepreneurial empire, or grow your career like you mean business. Serious business. Not monkey business.
Reviews (32)
Jenny is incredible. Working with her has been an awesome investment in my career. She is a great person to collaborate with and handled my many queries with patience and ease.
With Jenny's help and guidance, I was able to land interviews, network more efficiently, feel extremely confident with my portfolio, and get job offers with fantastic companies.
If you are a job seeker, you absolutely must download her e-books!
Source: LinkedIn Hassan Mirza Jan 25, 2015My first impression of Jenny Foss a/k/a JobJenny was very positive. Why? Because from her blogging, her website, and our initial meeting, her likability, expertise, and unique style was readily apparent. She not only became a valued counselor but also a friend.
By using her easy-to-read and aptly titled manuals like Ridiculously Awesome Resume Kit and her high value consulting packages, I became aware of her skills, knowledge and talents. Do you want advice and service in finding the best position available? Do you wish to partner with a successful businesswoman? Do you want the pleasure of associating with a witty yet focused and professional career coach? Jenny Foss is the person you've been looking for.
I can't say enough about Jenny but space here is limited. So I will say this last point: I value her as a trusted friend and advisor, and strongly recommend her business and expertise to anyone who is considering working with her.
Please feel free to contact me with additional inquiries.
William (Bill) Cohen
Source: LinkedIn private private Jan 25, 2015Jennifer Foss and her associates are tremendous resources when it comes to uncovering and delivering exceptional talent. The team at Ladder Recruiting Group not only has deep knowledge of automation and manufacturing -- and what it takes to excel in these fields -- but they also have an incredibly valuable, enduring network of trusted allies and contacts, within our industry. We have had great success with each of the candidates Jennifer has sourced and delivered, and truly value our working relationship with her.
Source: LinkedIn Edward Minch Jan 25, 2015Jennifer makes it look easy. She has the rare ability to see the big picture while sweating the tiniest detail; to find humor in every experience; to communicate the essence of an initiative with the utmost brevity and the greatest emotion. She understands how to make the audience care. She is the consummate professional: on time, on point and on course. She is the total package: brains, beauty, wit and a heart of gold.
Jennifer is extremely creative, perceptive and has an uncanny ability to "connect the dots" (even when the "dots" aren't readily visible). Jennifer is one of the best writers - best thinkers - I have worked with. Jennifer is an invaluable asset to have on one's team.
Source: LinkedIn Norman Fletcher Jan 25, 2015Your resume writing and career services are AMAZING. What you DO is THAT effective. You provide only well thought out, relevant information not the same generic clique suggestions used by hundreds. This is epic and life changing career advice!!!!. You catered specifically to me by understanding who I am, what I want to be and where I want to go. Thank you, thank you, Thank....You...:)
Source: LinkedIn Vincent West Jan 25, 2015I worked with Jenny to help prepare for a large group interview. She provided constructive feedback about the strategies I was using to prepare, and gave me several new tips on anticipating questions and perspectives from the different interview committee members. She was also super nice and easy to work with. And, I got the job! I would highly recommend working with Jenny.
Source: LinkedIn Ann Mestrovich Jan 25, 2015I'd read through Jenny's blog and figured she had the smarts & bird's-eye view to help me take my resume to the next level. I'm a professional writer myself, but I was too close to my own experiences to be able to summarize them effectively. Even while chatting over skype before working on my resume, Jenny gave me a way of looking at my contracting career that helped me set off in a better direction. Then she and her helper Karen rewrote my resume and organized my experiences in a way that made my life make sense. Jenny's super friendly and willing to put in extra effort to make sure you're happy with the final result. Her services are worth every penny.
Source: LinkedIn Kim Linekin Jan 25, 2015What I needed was an outside perspective on my resume and cover letter. I knew I possessed the skills and the attitude to do the jobs I wanted, but I didn't think that my application materials reflected that. What I got was something far more amazing. Jenny took my old resumes, a consultation, and a questionnaire and provided me with a personal marketing document of the highest caliber. I cannot express how impressive her Ridiculously Awesome Resume Service is. You will just have to try it and see for yourself.
Source: LinkedIn Patri Ann Thompson Jan 25, 2015Thanks Jennifer for the fantastic help. You retooled my resume totally upgraded my approach to networking and have been a lot of fun to work with. I'm grateful. Best John.
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