Well, you can't say that I don't like a challenge in my career. Been through the dot bomb looking for a job, been through a number of recessions over the years and I have the bright idea to move to a region of the country that has one of the highest unemployment rates. And how does it feel? Sometimes a little scary, yet also hopeful. One thing that I've been lucky in looking for new jobs is that the general good nature of people always seems to come out. The trick is asking for help and letting people know that you are out there looking for a new opportunity to make a difference.
Last week I met an icon in the adventure travel business. Eddie Frank, the owner of Tusker Trails (www.tusker.com), has been leading treks to Kilimanjaro for over 30 years. The business has also recently added packaged trips to the base camp at Mt. Everest and to Mongolia. He has dedicated his adult life to showing his clients some of the truly epic destinations on the planet. If you have any inclination to take a true trip of a lifetime, check out their website and read about the collective expertise that his company has amassed, then sign up for a true adventure. A big thanks to an old friend, Pam, for helping me with the introduction.
And yesterday I met with an organization in Reno called ProNet. This member-based organization is one of the most unique job search preparation companies that I have ever seen. Entirely free to the job searcher and the employer, this federally funded group looks to help its members find positions in the hidden job market through networking and being properly prepared. It's the only place I have ever seen that works with professionals looking for management level positions that doesn't charge for their services. All they ask is that you participate in workshops to prepare you and to spend time volunteering in the office. I am eagerly anticipating the support that ProNet and its members will provide. And I'll keep in touch here and elsewhere. Wish me luck!
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