Do you have a hard time finding "all those green jobs" that people are talking about?
When I look out at the green economy, I see green career opportunities at every turn.
Yet, when I talk with job seekers and career counselors I’m often asked “Where are the green jobs? We were told there would be green jobs in abundance. Where are they?”
In this week's tip I show you where the green careers are hiding in plain sight.
Are you looking for a new green job?
Do you have picture of the kind of green job you want?
Are you envisioning yourself in a full time job in a large company that provides full benefits?
Have you considered that this picture might be limiting you in your search for a green career?
Read or listen to this week's tip to learn how you might be limiting yourself, and how to expand your possibilities.
As we watch the Olympic Games, I’m struck once again by the commitment, focus, and dedication of all of the athletes.
Listening to the commentators tell their stories, certain characteristics have caught my attention because these are the same qualities green career seekers must have to succeed.
Do you want to know how an Olympic athlete similar to a green career seeker? I'll show you in this week's Tip of the Week.
This 60+ page report provides a rich, detailed look at how green green businesses are these days.
In today's Tip of the Week I'll be sharing the green career trends I've discovered in this report.
Hint: Things are looking good for green careers!
Read or listen to this article to learn the details yourself.
As Carol's Green Careers for Dummies launches today!
I’m thrilled to announce that Green Careers for Dummies book is available online and in your local bookstore. As part of our book launch, I wanted to give you a sneak peek of what’s inside the book.
So sit back, relax, and enjoy while you read or listen to this week's Tip of the Week.
Expand Your Vision of the Green Economy: Discover Where Your Skills Fit
A Free Teleclass
Wednesday, January 13th
6 pm Pacific/9 pm Eastern
Are you wondering what industries are part of the new green economy? Do you worry that your limited knowledge is keeping you from finding your best green career? In this free teleclass, Carol gives you a simple yet in depth Green Economy Map that gives you an overview of the new economy. Whether you are ready to begin your quest for a green career, or you are exploring your options for a future career transition, this call is the perfect starting point.
In a recent article in the LA Times, it was pointed out how major corporations are adding a the title of Sustainability Officer to their upper levels of management. In March of last year the NY Times Blog, Green Inc., had a similar story.
While the motives for adding these positions are wide and varied, it gives green career seekers an indication of the burgeoning possibilities that are coming to exist among corporations. It also gives seekers a way to separate companies according to their commitment to green/sustainable ideals.
As you talk to your network contacts about your target organizations, confirm that the companies philosophy and values are authentic and ripple through the entire organization.
Pay attention to the companies sustainability initiatives to understand the kinds of knowledge, skills and talents they need and how you can fill those needs.
Although you might be tempted to put your green career search on the back burner during the holidays, there is one aspect of your search that can actually be enhanced in the next few weeks: your green network.
Before you unplug, read or listen to this week’s short article to discover how you can strengthen your green network at holiday gatherings.
Have a lovely holiday!
Dr. Kevin Danaher is co-founder of Global Exchange (1988), founder and Executive Co-Producer of the Green Festivals (2001), and Executive Director of the Global Citizen Center (2004). Dr. Danaher has spoken and written extensively about the green economy and the need for change.
Join him December 17th at 12 Noon (PST) for this 60 minute webinar that will cover:
On a recent Green Career Central membership survey we asked members what obstacles they are experiencing in their search for a green career.
One common obstacle people identified was themselves.
In my two decades of helping people change careers, I’ve learned that career changers experience certain blocks that impact their ability to move forward toward their goal.
Sometimes the biggest obstacle in our green career journey is ourselves. Read or listen to this week's tip to see if you're getting in your own way, and how to clear your path.
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