Hey Friends,

Over the past few weeks, we’ve talked about setting big goals and making small, consistent steps toward achieving them. Now, let’s take it one step further—how do we turn that momentum into real career opportunities?

Here’s the thing: while you’ve been focusing on growth, companies have been struggling to find the talent they need. The skills gap isn’t just a hiring problem—it’s an opportunity for professionals like you to step in, stand out, and carve a path forward on your own terms.

Today, let’s connect the dots between your personal progress and what the job market actually needs—so you can position yourself as the solution employers are searching for.

1. Forget Job Titles—Focus on Your Unique Value

Companies are rethinking hiring, looking for adaptable, skilled professionals instead of fixating on rigid job titles. That means you have more flexibility than ever to shape your next opportunity.

Your Move

• Instead of trying to fit into predefined roles, identify what you do best. What problems do you solve? What impact have you made? Highlight those strengths in your resume, LinkedIn profile, and interviews. Employers aren’t just looking for people who fit a mold—they want people who bring results.

2. Small Steps, Big Leverage

Last week, we talked about building momentum through consistent action. Now, it’s time to leverage those efforts to make yourself more marketable.

Your Move

• Take stock of what you’ve been learning and doing—whether it’s upskilling, networking, or tackling new challenges. Share those insights! Post about a course you took, a project you contributed to, or a new perspective you gained. The more visible your progress, the more valuable you appear to potential employers.Recent articles

3. Be the Candidate Who Bridges the Gap

The reality? No one is checking every single box on a job description. The key is not having all the skills upfront—it’s showing that you’re adaptable, eager to learn, and capable of growing into a role.

Your Move

• Identify one skill that keeps coming up in roles you’re eyeing. Even if you’re not an expert (yet), start learning. Take a class, join a webinar, or ask someone in your network about it. Then, be upfront about your growth—employers love candidates who take initiative.

4. Tell the Story That Positions You for the Future

Employers aren’t just hiring based on past experience; they’re looking for people who can evolve with them. Your ability to frame your career journey as one of continuous learning and impact makes you a stronger candidate.

Your Move

• When networking or interviewing, don’t just list what you’ve done—talk about why you did it and what it means for where you’re going. How do your experiences, skills, and values align with where industries are headed? Make it clear that you’re not just a fit for today—you’re ready for what’s next.

5. Lead Before You Land the Job

Leadership isn’t just for people with a fancy title. It’s about showing initiative, offering solutions, and making an impact wherever you are—even in transition.

Your Move

• Look for ways to lead right now. Engage in industry discussions, offer insights to peers, or volunteer your expertise. Showing up as a thought leader, even in small ways, makes you stand out and builds credibility before you even step into your next role.

Your Progress Is Your Power

Everything you’ve been working on—your goals, your growth, your learning—it’s not just personal development. It’s career capital. The more intentional you are about connecting what you’re doing now to where you want to go, the more doors you open for yourself.

So, here’s my challenge for you: What’s one step you can take this week to bridge the gap between your growth and your next career move? Hit reply and let me know—I’d love to hear how you’re turning progress into opportunity.

Cheering you on,

Nitza​
Owner | Nitza Rivera Coaching & Consulting

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