Quick, what does the word "Career" mean to you?
You're probably thinking of the "big stuff" (job change, promotion, etc). But we've found that Career is also a lot of the little stuff too (dealing with a crappy manager, lots of org changes, working with difficult co-workers, etc). The equation isn't simply Career = Change. Rather, it's Career = Change + Everyday Experiences.
And this is where a lot of tech organizations and tech managers fall short. They aren't prepared to help tech professionals through these (everyday) experiences, which all contribute (greatly!!) to Career.
That's where Engaged Pursuit comes in...
Founder Tom Perry has created a new framework to help tech professionals maximize both the big Career stuff as well as work through the smaller Career stuff that happens everyday. It's a new spin on the 30-60-90 day plan that many of you are familiar with if you've started a new job.
Tom's developed a 30-60-90 HOUR framework to help tech professionals build a plan to tackle both the big and small Career events. And, for the month of September, he's offering a special promotion to get you ready for the return to work after summer break - a "BOGO" workshop! Schedule a couple hours of time with Tom to work through your Career issue (using the 30-60-90 hour guide) and you'll only be billed for one hour. How's that for a deal!?!?!
Interested in learning more? Listen to this latest podcast and contact Tom either via email (tom@engagedpursuit.com) or text (206.369.3124).
Engaged Pursuit: Career Management Consulting // Story | Strategy | Success
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The July 2022 unemployment numbers were released this morning, and the numbers blew away all expectations. Analysts were predicting just 25,000 additional jobs created during the month. The reality? Over 525,000+ jobs were added to payroll in July. I'd call that a big win!
Now how these numbers affect the biggest economic question right now ("Are we or are we not in a recession??") is yet to be seen. But this is a great sign that one important ingredient (unemployment) is moving in the right direction (and at 50 year lows!).
What's the impact on the tech market specifically? Founder Tom Perry highlights the impact that these numbers are having on the tech sector, from hiring "vibe(s)" to hot segments within the tech industry. Check out the "3-Minute Market Update" to get the latest/greatest!
Thinking it's time to talk about YOUR Engaged Pursuit? Send Tom an email - tom@engagedpursuit.com
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"I need more balance in my life!"
It's something we hear from our tech clients all the time. Especially over the past 2+ years, professionals are constantly looking for ways to feel more in-control of their experience. The issue? Most folks go BIG when creating strategies to create more WLB. Stuff like "exercising more" or "no phone after 7pm" or "Email doesn't exist on the weekend!" And, with most things, it's good for a couple weeks and then ... well, let's just say our behavior mirrors New Years Resolutions...
But what if there was a better, easier way to tackle this balance issue?
Engaged Pursuit founder Tom Perry has found one (easy) way to try to improve balance - and that's to incorporate a little more fun into his daily experience. In this latest episode, Tom talks about the 6 things that he does throughout his (typical) day to bring a little more pep-in-his-step and also feel a better sense of balance (control!!) in his professional (and personal) life.
Have additional ways that you are incorporating more fun in your life? Let Tom know - tom@engagedpursuit.com
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The June 2022 unemployment numbers were released this morning (7/8/22) and Engaged Pursuit founder Tom Perry highlights the headlines from today's report & gives a quick update on the impact on the tech industry. For those currently in tech organizations or for those looking to become the next tech super-star, you won't want to miss these 3 minutes of insights!
Stay tuned for continued 3-Minute Market Updates every month when unemployment numbers are released and also subscribe to get regular tech market insights, interviews, and updates from Founder Tom Perry.
Have an interesting topic you think Tom should cover? Send him an email - tom@engagedpursuit.com
Need to talk about your Engaged Pursuit? Complimentary 30m chats - calendly.com/engagedpursuit/talk-to-tom
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We're back!
It's been a minute, but the Engaged Pursuit Podcast is back and excited to help you navigate your tech professional experience. Our mission is the same - give you quick/easy insights, best practices, interviews, and resources to maximize employee engagement.
In this first episode of Season 3, Engaged Pursuit founder Tom Perry talks about his predictions for Summer 2022 - what tech sectors will see big growth, as well as predictions for the employee experience heading into Q3 (it's actually pretty good news!).
Need to talk about your Engaged Pursuit? Or know someone in your network who could use a talk? Sign up for 30m complimentary discussion on the Engaged Pursuit calendly site - calendly.com/engagedpursuit.
Questions or concerns? Contact Tom directly at tom@engagedpursuit.com
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It's that time of year again! And no, we're not talking about Peppermint Mocha season or (our favorite!) more Pumpkin Spice! It's time for your 2021 Year in Review!
Most tech professionals only think about the business stuff when they think about the previous 12 months and looking ahead to the next calendar year. Engaged Pursuit founder Tom Perry ADDS to that framework with additional (easy!) stuff to ensure you're thinking about your entire self in this important exercise.
Tom will also highlight his insights for 2021 using the framework so you can get to know him even better heading into the new year.
Have something you'd like to talk about or need a review of your 2021 framework - send Tom an email: tom@engagedpursuit.com
Happy end of 2021!
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It's the first Friday of the month, and you know what that means ... Jobs Report!
The October 2021 data was released and to sum-up the results in one word: Progress.
Strong number of jobs added to the US economy last month & August + September numbers were modified upward. The unemployment rate decreased as well. But there's still work to be done - the economy still has 4M+ jobs to fill to compare to where we were in February 2020.
In this special edition of the Engaged Pursuit podcast, founder Tom Perry highlights the specifics of the October 2021 jobs report and gives his insights into the market - what he's see and how he's responding to the question, "So what's it REALLY like out there??" from clients and organizational leaders.
Have an experience you'd like to discuss or have a question about the market? Send Tom an email: tom@engagedpursuit.com
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2021 is quickly coming to a close. Q4 results are coming in. Performance Reviews are (probably) coming up. A time for reflection around what you've accomplished and what the new year might bring.
For many clients, it's also a time to be thinking about something new. Especially if it's been a rough year and you're feeling "stuck" the last couple months of the calendar year can bring thoughts of exploration, change, and excitement.
But looking for something new goes beyond updating your resume or getting your Linked-In in order. There's much more "art" in this process as compared to "science."
In this latest episode of the Engaged Pursuit podcast, founder Tom Perry highlights his best practices when thinking about something new and how to approach the process from a human, selfish (in a good way) perspective.
Have an issue you're working through or thinking about a change in 2022? Send Tom an email (tom@engagedpursuit.com).
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For most tech organizations, the performance review happens in early Spring. Even though this timeline is usually set-in-stone, employees are often surprised by how quickly important dates (and deliverables) creep-up.
The Fall is a great time to check-in on how you're doing and be more proactive about the crucial parts of the performance process. It's more than just knowing what you did and the impact that you had on the bottom-line. Often, there's a ton of thought, discussion, and presentation of your work to important stakeholders. Stuff you don't want to wait until the last minute to tackle.
In this episode of the Engaged Pursuit Podcast, founder Tom Perry highlights his Top 6 Tips-And-Tricks to implement during the Fall months to ensure your Spring 2022 performance review is seamless (and hopefully spectacular).
Whether you're in tech with tons of process or in a small company with more informal performance conversations, this episode is for you!
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We're hearing it a lot from clients - this time of year sucks!
Whether you're looking for something new, getting ready to close the 4th quarter or starting the process of your 2021 Performance Review (more on this next week...), there's a lot going on!
We could all use a sanity check right about now ... and (more importantly) some stuff to take our minds off things ... in this latest episode, Engaged Pursuit founder Tom Perry highlights his favorite books, podcasts, articles, streaming content, and meditations to keep you smiling (and a little less stressed) moving into the end of the calendar year.
Have something you're digging? Share it with Tom - tom@engagedpursuit.com
Stakeholders play a super important part of the tech professional experience. Especially if you're in a larger, global organization, these folks can make-or-break your projects, initiatives, and (most importantly) your performance review. These are individuals who you don't work directly for, but play a role in your world - think team leaders, important partners, etc.
Partnering with these folks can sometimes be weird - you don't have a formal professional relationship, but you still have to show-up well consistently. A lot harder to do - especially in complex, global organizations.
Founder Tom Perry has worked with stakeholders across the globe and knows a thing-or-two about how these partnerships work. Get his Top 6 Tips-and-Tricks to ensure your relationship(s) with stakeholders start-off well and maintain for the long-term!
Have a stakeholder partnership you're nervous about? Or new to an organization and not sure where to start? Reach out directly to Tom via email (tom@engagedpursuit.com).
Engaged Pursuit: Your Story. Your Career.
Tons of tech organizations identify three ingredients to a successful professional experience: 1. Have impact 2. Have a Career Plan (easier said than done for the majority of folks) and 3. Have a good relationship with your boss.
But what about those co-workers who you're working with day-in-and-day-out? Those individuals, in our experience, can make-or-break unity and/or engagement in the organization.
Today, founder Tom Perry talks about his Top 6 ways to ensure these crucial relationships start (and stay!) on track ... even when disagreements in style (or personality) come-up. You won't want to miss this episode of the Engaged Pursuit podcast!
Have a sticky co-worker situation you're working through? Get on Tom's calendar for a quick 20 min (complimentary) chat - calendly.com/engagedpursuit.
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Relationships are key to the Professional Experience . Especially in tech, where the environment is intense, performance metrics are high, and options for future success (or failure) can shift from one day to the next.
The most important relationship is that between the employee and the (direct) manager. Whether you're early in your career or reporting directly to the CEO, this partnership can make-or-break your career. Not to be too dramatic - it's true!
And, unfortunately, this is a relationship that most professionals don't think about enough. They assume good intent, they let the manager lead, and leave the rest to fate. Not a good way to manage a career or ensure professional engagement.
In this latest "Fall Re-Boot" episode, Engaged Pursuit founder Tom Perry highlights his Top 6 tips-and-tricks to ensure this super important partnership starts-off on the right foot, continues to work for YOU, and discusses tactics if/when this relationship goes off-track.
Have a sticky manager relationship you're working through? Send Tom an email (tom@engagedpursuit.com) or text (206.369.3124) to discuss options to get in a better place.
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You've heard of Spring Cleaning ... what about Fall Organization?? Could we make that a new thing for tech professionals?
It's funny - tech folks are either HIGHLY organized (filed every email from 2004) or INCREDIBLY unorganized (can't find any emails from 2021). The solution is probably somewhere in between ...
But how do you stay mentally organized to ensure professional success and engagement? There's lots of ways to optimize your inbox or create a folder system, but how do you ensure you're showing-up and staying organized as a HUMAN each day? Glad you asked...
In this latest episode of the Engaged Pursuit podcast, Founder Tom Perry highlights his Top 6 ways of getting (& staying!) organized mentally each day. You'll hear some stuff he loves (get up early!!) as well as some new stuff - all with the intention to get you feeling better about the work you're doing each-and-every-day.
Have a best practice that you'd like to share around how YOU stay organized? Send Tom an email (tom@engagedpursuit.com) or text (206.369.3124).
Engaged Pursuit: Your Story. Your Career.
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September ... Ugh!
It's the month EVERYONE is back in the (virtual) office. Summer breaks are over. Kids are headed back to school. Third quarter results are close. The Fourth Quarter is right around the corner. The theme for the month: T - U - R - B - O.
Staying engaged professionally is tough during this time of year. Especially in 2021. Having a check-list of the realities of this month, what to do to prepare for the ups-and-downs, and how to think about the future is crucial to success this month (and the rest of the year).
In this latest episode, Engaged Pursuit founder Tom Perry shares his Top 6 Tips-and-Tricks for getting through these challenging weeks (especially the week after Labor Day!) and feeling strong about your professional experience.
We're continuing these best practices each week for the next couple months. In a shorter, easier to consume format, we'll be talking about the stuff that's important this time of year: staying organized, getting ready for your performance review, getting better balance approaching the holidays, and making sure your professional relationships are on-point.
Working through something sticky professionally and want to talk to Tom? Send him an email: tom@engagedpursuit.com or sign-up for a complimentary 30min chat: calendly.com/engagedpursuit.
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It seems like everyone is asking the same question - when are tech employees headed back to the office??
Some companies have already started the process (10% here, 15% there...), and most are giving employees a "Fall 2021" return date (fingers crossed).
Most professionals are both nervous and excited about a potential return to a formal office environment. Excited to see everyone, but nervous about falling into the same routine and/or showing-up in the same way...
Engaged Pursuit founder Tom Perry highlights his take on this huge opportunity. Being away for the past 16+ months has been tough and coming back presents a big opportunity to re-invent (or double-down on) your Career Path.
Headed back to the office and feeling scared? Have back-to-the-office stories of your own? Give Tom a shout at tom@engagedpursuit.com
Engaged Pursuit: Your Story. Your Career.
The first few months in a new job are crucial - whether you're a recent grad and starting in your first gig, or a long-time professional who's transitioning into a new organization. Folks often don't think (enough) about how to nail these first 60 and/or 90 days. My learnings: The relationships you build in those first few months are crucial to long-term success.
Engaged Pursuit founder Tom Perry highlights his thinking on the most important things to do and the most important communities to consider during your first couple months on the job. Remember - you own this experience!
About to start a new job or struggling in your first few months? Reach out to Tom directly at tom@engagedpursuit.com or sign-up for a complimentary 30m 1:1 at calendly.com/engagedpursuit.
Engaged Pursuit: Your Story. Your Career.
Of course, you're preparing for al the tough interview questions that might come your way as you get ready for your Zoom or Teams experience. All your results, all your impact ... but what about the HUMAN on the other side of that question? How should you think about preparing for the potential focus areas and (more importantly) the connection that you have to make in order for the person (or persons) to say "yes" to a hiring decision??
In this third episode on our series of important Communities, Engaged Pursuit founder Tom Perry will discuss his tips/tricks for preparing for the human side of the interviewer community - those individuals who you're going to be talking with throughout your interview (from recruiters to hiring managers to partner teams).
Know a recent grad or someone who could use a little help thinking about (or preparing for) an important interview? Tom is still offering complimentary 30 min discussions ... sign-up at calendly.com/engagedpursuit
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Big episode this week!
Starting out by highlighting the May 2021 job numbers just released this morning. Main take-away: The overall unemployment number decreased to 5.8% (yay!), but the recovery continues to take longer than expected and we have millions of jobs to go (not so yay!). Subscribe to the Engaged Pursuit newsletter to get Tom's latest (and deeper) analysis of these numbers (and what he's seeing in the market) next week!
The second part of the podcast is all about the graduating senior getting ready to hit the "real world" - specifically how to think about your family (& other folks in your network) who are looking to help. How do you manage this important (& sometimes annoying!) community? Tom will highlight his foundational take-away as well as his tips-and-tricks to ensure you're feeling good as those close to you ask a bunch of questions.
Next up - How to think about (and manage) the Employer community - those who you will be talking to and interviewing with as your job search intensifies over the summer.
Engaged Pursuit is everywhere - check us out on Linked In and Twitter (@engagedpursuit).
Want to talk to Tom? Check out calendly.com/engagedpursuit.com to sign-up for a complimentary 30m discussion.
Engaged Pursuit: Your Story. Your Career.
Ahhhhh graduation season! Finals week is over, hats are decorated, socially-distanced audience tickets are ordered and the real-world awaits ... gulp!
I remember my graduation month being filled with both excitement and fear. Lots of relief that college was completed, and lots of fear that I HAD NO IDEA WHAT I WANTED TO DO FOR THE REST OF MY LIFE. Sound familiar??
I got a ton of advice around updating my resume and getting my networking skills polished. But nothing existed (and frankly still doesn't exist) to help the HUMAN-side of the search for something after walking across the stage. Nothing to manage that fear, that excitement ... until now!
For the next four weeks, the Engage Pursuit podcast will talk about managing that human side of graduation. This week, we're talking about managing yourself through this really exciting really scary time. Founder Tom Perry will walk through his advice to ensure you're staying sane as you think about what's next.
In the coming weeks, Tom will also talk about ways to manage your NETWORK effectively (including family members), ways to think about showing-up with future EMPLOYERS who are interviewing you, and ways to nail your first interactions with your new CO-WORKERS who you will quickly become close with during your first gig.
Know someone who could use a little love during this scary time? Reach out to Tom to learn about on-demand, virtual 1:1 coaching (tom@engagedpursuit.com) or schedule a complimentary 30m at calendly.com/engagedpursuit.
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Engaged Pursuit: Your Story. Your Career.
