Loud Thinking September 24, 2014 at 02:10PM
Show You’ve Changed Even If Your Role Hasn’t
If you’ve been in the same role for a while, looking for a new job can be tough. But even if your resume doesn’t reflect it, you can show that you’ve grown in your career. First, seek new training opportunities and informational interviews to bring your industry knowledge up to date. Explain to recruiters how your role has changed, even though your title hasn’t. Share what you’ve learned from handling projects over the long term. Recount any new skills you’ve learned on the job. Highlight key moments when you pushed back or took control. Make the most of recent successes. And present your situation as a conscious choice: “I wanted to stay in the role to see how I could develop it.” Have an answer for when someone asks you: “Why haven’t you moved on earlier?” Maybe you wanted to see a project through, or maybe you’re loyal to your team. Whatever you do, just don’t blame the economy.
Adapted from “ How to Explain a Career That Looks Stalled” by John Lees.
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