Digital Butterfly Communications, LLC (Ana Goehner)

There’s plenty of job search advice out there. But this is THE ONE piece of advice I wish everyone knew. If you still think you need to send generic resumes to random roles and see what sticks, you may end up in a job or work environment you dislike. When you are targeting everyone, you are speaking to no one. My best piece of job search advice is this: 💎 Follow a targeted job search! It’s the best way to be in control of your applications. Here's how to build a Targeted Job Search Plan: 🔹Figure out the job you want 🔸Research and learn about the profession 🔹Take classes/courses to upskill or reskill 🔸Connect and chat with people doing those jobs 🔹Make a list of your target companies 🔸Check their websites/LinkedIn pages for openings 🔹Tailor the resume content for the job description 🔸Update your LinkedIn profile for the job you want 🔹Network with people inside those companies A targeted job search helps you: Network with the right people for the right job. Learn about a new career path or company with informational interviews before leaving your current one. Find a job that aligns with your values and uses your skills and strengths. ➡ P.S. If you are a job seeker, I have a Job Search Checklist waiting for you here: https://lnkd.in/eqEZbwQ5 #jobsearch #jobseeker #GetHired #careerbutterfly

3 ways to prepare for a BLANK OUT moment during the interview You prepare for the interview. You know how to answer the most common question. But what happens when you don’t know how to answer a tricky question or don’t understand the question? 💭 Here’s what you can do if you blank out: 1 - Ask a clarifying question. 💡 Do you want me to talk about X project? 2 - Repeat the question. 🔁 So, you asked if I did Z in my previous job, correct? 3 - Request a moment to think about the question. 💭 That’s a great question. Let me think about that for a second. Taking control of the interview shows preparation, confidence, and interest. You want to give the best possible answer at that moment. 👍BONUS: if you lose track, think about how you started your answer. You can say, does that answer your question? -------- P.S. If you're still in the interview process, I've created a complete resource to help you best prepare for your interview. See below. 👇 #jobsearch #interview #interviewtips #careerbutterfly

Overwhelmed by the quest for work-life balance? This week's newsletter focuses on creating harmony between your career and personal life. Here's what you'll learn: 🔹 Assess Your Priorities: Identify what truly matters and align your daily actions with your values and goals. 🔹 Set Boundaries: Learn how to communicate your limits and protect your personal time to reduce stress and increase productivity. 🔹 Master Time Management: Organize your day, avoid multitasking, and embrace time management techniques for a more productive workday. 🔹 Embrace Self-Care Rituals: Create self-care routines to boost energy and mental clarity. 🔹 Seek Flexibility: Explore options like remote work and flexible hours to adapt your schedule to fit your personal needs. 🔹 Reflect Regularly: Make reflection a habit to stay aligned with your goals and maintain harmony. Discover how these strategies can reduce stress, increase satisfaction, boost productivity, enhance relationships, and improve health. Ready to embrace work-life harmony? Sign up for the newsletter to read more tomorrow! 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eE-aFmFy #WorkLifeHarmony #CareerWellbeing #TimeManagement #SelfCare #careerbutterfly #WorkLifeBalance

Tired of work blending with your free time? Here are some interview questions to avoid those environments. Your team texted you at 8:30 PM while you tried to relax and forget about work. You could wait until the next day, but you FEEL obliged to reply. The unnecessary after-hour messages are your team’s communication style. It takes a great deal of courage to follow your values and don’t reply. No reply means you teach people how to communicate with you. But, when you don’t follow the norm, you may face the consequences. 💡 Want to avoid those work environments? 💡 Ask the hiring manager some of these questions in your interview. 🔹 How would you evaluate my performance in this role? 🔸What would you want to see me accomplish in the first six months? 🔹What’s the most challenging part of working for this company? 🔸What does success look like for the person in this position? 🔹What are the expectations about managing my workload? 🔸How do you like to provide feedback? 🔹How do you like to communicate with your team? 🔸What is the communication expectation outside of work hours? 🔹Could you describe the team I’d work with in this role? 🔸Is the work environment more collaborative or independent? 🔹Do I have a trainer during onboarding? How long does training last? 🔸Can you talk about your view on flexibility and work-life balance? How do employees handle healthy lifestyles outside of the office? When you try to fit into the wrong work environment, you feel depleted, overworked, and burned out. 💜 Find a work environment that works for you. ➡ Follow me, Ana Goehner, for tips on work-life harmony, boundaries, flexibility, job search, and career advice. #workenvironment #interviewtips #careerwellbeing #careerbutterfly

Feeling overwhelmed by your workload? You are not alone. In my latest video, I share a few tips to help you manage it effectively and stay on top of your work without feeling swamped. Ready to take control of your workload and reduce stress? Find out how task management boundaries can help you achieve a more balanced work life. ➡️ P.S. Need more tips on how to set boundaries at work?  Get my best-seller e-book, The Boundaries at Work Guide, with 10% off below. ⬇️ #CareerWellbeing #WorkplaceBoundaries #Boundaries #CareerButterfly

Redemption is the ultimate career win! 🏆 Here's a powerful reminder: Your past challenges don't define your future. Here's a sneak peek at what you'll learn in tomorrow's newsletter: 🔹 Career Redemption Stories: Be inspired by the incredible journeys of Simone Biles, Rebeca Andrade, and Sunisa Lee, who overcame immense obstacles to achieve greatness. 🔹 Overcoming Layoffs: Transform a layoff into an opportunity for growth and realignment with your true career goals. 🔹 Navigating Performance Improvement Plans: Use this chance to refocus, seek feedback, and show resilience. 🔹 Surviving a Toxic Work Environment: Find the support you need to thrive, even in less-than-ideal conditions. 🔹 Bouncing Back from a Missed Promotion: Turn disappointment into a springboard for new challenges and opportunities. 🔹 Managing Work Overload: Learn strategies to set boundaries and protect your well-being. 🔹 Coping with Job Interview Rejections: Use rejection as a growth tool and keep moving towards the right opportunity. Career redemption is about transforming setbacks into comebacks. ➡ Ready to find your path to triumph? Sign up for the newsletter and get the full story! 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eE-aFmFy #CareerRedemption #Resilience #ProfessionalGrowth #WellBeing #CareerButterfly

How to boost your LinkedIn visibility Despite popular belief, There isn’t just ONE RIGHT WAY to become more visible here. It’s all about trial and learning. There’s no overnight formula to crack the ‘algo’ code and reach many people. If you are here talking about the platform, you are more likely to get views because everyone wants to win on LinkedIn. But, if you are here searching for a job or seeking to make connections, that tactic may not work for your posts. My favorite tip is this one: 💡 Build connections with your comments. Those connections will likely reciprocate your support, and you may even build lasting relationships. I enjoyed collaborating with Featured in this article: “Boost Your LinkedIn Post Visibility With These 17 Effective Strategies” - https://lnkd.in/e9S9wVQf I firmly believe that comments are the best way to build connections here. ➡️ What strategy has worked for your visibility lately? ----- 💜 Every Thursday, I send out my newsletter to professionals like you. Some topics include job search strategies, career advice, work-life balance, flexibility, and boundaries. Want in? Join here: https://lnkd.in/eE-aFmFy #LinkedIn #Comments #Community #CareerWellbeing #CareerButterfly

Most people tell you to network, but they don’t teach you how. Here’s what you can do: 🔹 Quality Over Quantity: Before attending, study the event's attendee list and identify 2-3 people you want to meet. This focused approach can lead to deeper, more meaningful conversations. I’ve recently done this myself at a TED event. 🔹 Adopt a Giving Mindset: Offer to share your expertise or resources. For example, if someone is working on a project you have experience with, volunteer to provide insights or introduce them to someone who can help. This shows you're invested in their success. 🔹 Research Smartly: Look into their recent projects or publications. If your contact has recently published a paper or given a talk, read it and mention specific points you found intriguing or valuable. This demonstrates genuine interest and sets you apart. 🔹 Make the First Move: Send a message acknowledging a challenge they mentioned in a public forum or LinkedIn comment. For example: "Hi [Name], I saw your post about the challenges of remote team management. I've faced similar issues and found that regular virtual coffee breaks helped. Would love to share more if you're interested. Best, [Your Name]" 🔹 Build a Habit: Set a weekly reminder to engage with your network on social media. This could be liking, commenting on, or sharing posts from your contacts. Regular engagement keeps you top of mind and builds a foundation for deeper connections. Tomorrow’s newsletter is packed with actionable insights to turn casual contacts into valuable connections. ➡ Sign up here: https://lnkd.in/eE-aFmFy 💜 Career Well-being is the best work-life newsletter, according to my readers! Join us! #NetworkingTips #CareerDevelopment #ProfessionalGrowth #careerbutterfly #CareerWellbeing

Taking time off is crucial for recharging and maintaining your well-being. But how do you truly disconnect from work and make the most of your downtime? In my latest video, I provide practical tips on how to set boundaries with your work during your time off. Don't let work intrude on your personal time—learn how to disconnect and recharge effectively! ➡️ P.S. Need more tips on how to set boundaries at work?  ⬇️ Get my best-seller e-book, The Boundaries at Work Guide, with 10% off below: https://lnkd.in/eb9dQC7H #CareerWellbeing #WorkplaceBoundaries #Boundaries #CareerButterfly

I used to think more productivity was the answer—until it almost cost me everything. Learn about the 4 Rs that changed my life! 💡 🟣 Wait, the 4 Rs of what? 🙃 Chasing productivity at all costs can often backfire. Why? You become anxious and obsessed with achieving your targets every day, all the time. All of this can lead to deteriorating health. 🟣 How Do I Know This? I chased the next target for most of my career and neglected myself. It all began to change a few years ago when I learned more about employee wellness. As a former career coach, I saw patterns in my clients' issues. They were living my previous experiences with stress and burnout and couldn't see past a life of excessive focus on productivity. They were dealing with mental and physical health issues and thought they had to continue to do more. That's why I created the 4 Rs of Career Well-being! It's a framework to help you transform your work-life and boost career satisfaction. Ready to transform your career well-being? 🌟 Sign up for my newsletter to discover the 4 Rs that will change your career and life! 👉 https://lnkd.in/eE-aFmFy I'll share the 4 Rs in detail in tomorrow's newsletter! #careerwellbeing #careerbutterfly #wellbeing #worklifebalance