In this episode, Jennifer Jeansonne, an experienced recruiter and career coach, discusses career shifts, leveraging educational skills in new fields, and maximizing LinkedIn for career transitions. She offers actionable advice on job applications, resume enhancement, and effective networking for accessing new opportunities, along with a compelling story about her own use of LinkedIn in building connections and opportunities.

00:25 Introduction and Welcome

01:54 Introducing the Guest: Jennifer Jeansonne

02:41 Jennifer's Career Journey and Transition

08:02 Jennifer's Experience in Recruiting and Career Consulting

13:30 Tips for Teachers Considering a Career Shift

19:03 The Importance of Networking and LinkedIn Etiquette

31:03 The Role of Personal Branding in Career Transition

31:29 Finding Your Voice and Authenticity

31:59 Different Ways to Utilize LinkedIn

32:31 The Importance of Personal Branding

33:32 The Journey of Career Transitioning

35:39 The Power of LinkedIn Connections

38:24 The Role of Resumes in Job Applications

39:00 The Impact of AI on Job Applications

41:00 The Importance of Personalizing Your Job Applications

47:48 The Role of LinkedIn in Job Searching

51:52 The Importance of Networking and Community

55:45 Final Thoughts and Advice

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