What’s Inside This Edition?
Recruiter Tip: The One Trait That Gets You Shortlisted
Career Moves: 4 Signs It’s Time to Rethink Your Role at Work
Career Hack of the Month: The 'Value Add' Message
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Recruiter Tip: The One Trait That Gets You Shortlisted
Across all roles - maritime, finance, or logistics - there’s one thing we consistently look for: Clarity of Value.
Can you clearly explain what you do and how it helps the business?
Does your resume talk about outcomes, not just tasks?
Can you confidently connect your skills to the company's goals?
Tip: Before applying, read the job description and ask:
“What problem are they trying to solve by hiring this person?”
Then tailor your CV and LinkedIn summary to reflect how you’re the solution.
Career Moves: 4 Signs It’s Time to Rethink Your Role at Work
Not every career move needs to be external - sometimes the smartest next step is within your current organization.
You’re No Longer Learning Anything New: If every week feels like a copy-paste of the last, you may need a role that pushes your boundaries and encourages growth.
You’ve Outgrown the Role - But No One’s Noticing: You’re operating at a higher level, taking on more responsibility - but your title and recognition haven’t caught up.
You’re Doing More, But Earning the Same: If your impact has grown but your compensation hasn’t, it may be time to explore a promotion or internal move.
You Dread Mondays (More Than Usual): If your motivation’s low and the spark is missing, it’s a sign to re-evaluate how aligned your role is with your goals.
Takeaway: Career growth isn’t just about moving companies - it’s about making sure your current role still moves you forward.
Career Hack of the Month: The ‘Value Add’ Message
Want to reach out to a hiring manager but don’t want to sound like just another applicant? Try this instead:
“Hi [Name], I’ve followed your work on [Company/Project]. Based on what I’ve seen, I’d love to contribute [specific strength or idea]. Happy to chat if there's a potential fit down the line.”
Short, thoughtful, and focused on what you bring to the table.
Works great as a LinkedIn DM or cold email.
Helps you stand out as a problem-solver - not just a job seeker.
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