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Suzanne Kaplan Hi. Looking for advice on how to rebrand myself. I'm an unemployed high school English teacher who is getting experience in fundraising, social media (via blogging), and careerism (via blogging). Interested in the intersection of education and nonprofits, yet am open to other possibilities. Any advice for rebranding? No idea how to change my resume, and even what types of jobs I'm qualified for. Learn more about me at jobtalknj.com (blog). Or through here. Thanks in advance! Suzanne

19 weeks ago from Personal Branding

Eric B. Horn: Suzanne,

Since you have experience as a teacher have you ever thought about teaching a class on Fundraising? That would be a good way to ...MoreSuzanne,

Since you have experience as a teacher have you ever thought about teaching a class on Fundraising? That would be a good way to interact with people and continue branding yourself as an industry expert. Thoughts?
19 weeks ago

Suzanne Kaplan: Thanks for the response. The idea never even came to me! I'll keep it in the back of my mind. Not sure I have enough experience to do it now, ...MoreThanks for the response. The idea never even came to me! I'll keep it in the back of my mind. Not sure I have enough experience to do it now, but down the road, it may be a possibility, especially just trying to do it as a workshop locally. Suzanne
19 weeks ago

Eric B. Horn: Suzanne, Not a problem. I'm curious to know why don't you think you have enough experience right now to conduct a workshop on Fundraising?
19 weeks ago

Suzanne Kaplan: I just started learning about it. My main fundraising experience actually comes from the research end (researching prospective donors). I'm taking ...MoreI just started learning about it. My main fundraising experience actually comes from the research end (researching prospective donors). I'm taking a 10 week class through NYU's Continuing and Professional Studies in February.
19 weeks ago

Mike Ambassador Bruny: Hey Suzanne, I wouldn't rush to rebrand, until you have a bit of clarity what direction you are looking to go. The rebranding, may quickly lead ...MoreHey Suzanne, I wouldn't rush to rebrand, until you have a bit of clarity what direction you are looking to go. The rebranding, may quickly lead to rebranding again. You could of course always brand yourself as someone who is searching.

My humble advice would be to check out a book like "What Color is Your Parachute?" by Richard Bolles which does a great job of helping to align what you are go at with potential opportunities.

Your Ambassador,
Mike Bruny
19 weeks ago

Kate Davids: I agree with Mike. Branding is good when you have a solid message, but if you are searching, your message will be that you are searching, which ...MoreI agree with Mike. Branding is good when you have a solid message, but if you are searching, your message will be that you are searching, which does have a place too, but will require changing once you've "found" what you'd like to do next.

I do think that being a teacher is a great springboard into just about any leadership role because of your ability to public speak and direct large groups.
19 weeks ago

Noel Rozny: Volunteering is a great way to start building the kind of new experience you'll need to add to your resume. If you're looking to start a social ...MoreVolunteering is a great way to start building the kind of new experience you'll need to add to your resume. If you're looking to start a social media career, the best thing you can do is grow your own online presence. Good luck! :)
19 weeks ago

Michael O'Mahony: Hi Suzanne,

I agree with the previous comments on rebranding and also volunteering. Volunteering is way to get that start-up experience and you ...MoreHi Suzanne,

I agree with the previous comments on rebranding and also volunteering. Volunteering is way to get that start-up experience and you can also request people's comments / feedback / recommendations which you can put on your website (with their permission of course). Why not just market yourself and just add to your profile as you develop new skills?
Regards,
Michael.
18 weeks ago

Suzanne Kaplan: Thank you all for taking the time to respond - all very helpful. Suzanne
18 weeks ago

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