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Certified Professional Career Coach helping individuals through Career Transitions at all levels. CEO and Founder of Futurity. Completed a 28-year career as a senior leader in the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA)’s Directorate of Operations. Transitioned to a second career as a corporate executive in the defense contracting industry. Made the successful pivot to Career Coaching in 2018. Author of the 2020 book: MISSION: CAREER TRANSITION – A Career Change Guide for Intelligence, Military, Foreign Affairs, National Security and Other Government Professionals.
Area of knowledge and what I know well:
Career Transition Coaching. For additional information, see: www.futurityservices.com or email alison@futurityservices.com
Certificates/Awards
Certified Professional Career Coach - Professional Association of Resume Writers and Career Coaches
2018
Career Intelligence Medal 2012
National Intelligence Certificate of Distinction
2008
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Hello Lynne.  Thank you for the great question.  LinkedIn is a very powerful tool which enables recruiters to identify talent. When recruiters use LinkedIn, they generally conduct key word searches based upon the skills needed for the specific job th...
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Hello there, @gmdgibbons. It sounds like you are beginning to formulate a plan for your next stage of life. Smart!  I hope you will enjoy North Carolina. I grew up there myself, and love all the changes of seasons.If you are interested in the investm...
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Hi there, @2Papa. There’s no question that you are in a situation that almost everyone aspires to. Congratulations!For various reasons, some people choose to continue to work after a typical retirement age, whether it is for intellectual stimulation,...
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Hi @GinaB566599. It seems as though you were given a great opportunity to learn about working in an office at a fairly young age. Even now, when we are older, there are opportunities to learn about office skills through your local community college. ...
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Hi Lynne.  Particularly for more mature job-seekers, your personal and professional network can be key to finding your next opportunity.  There is data that shows that between 50-75% of jobs are obtained through networking.   It can be awkward to ask...
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Hello Lynne.  Thank you for the great question.  LinkedIn is a very powerful tool which enables recruiters to identify talent. When recruiters use LinkedIn, they generally conduct key word searches based upon the skills needed for the specific job th...
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Hello there, @gmdgibbons. It sounds like you are beginning to formulate a plan for your next stage of life. Smart!  I hope you will enjoy North Carolina. I grew up there myself, and love all the changes of seasons.If you are interested in the investm...
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Hi there, @2Papa. There’s no question that you are in a situation that almost everyone aspires to. Congratulations!For various reasons, some people choose to continue to work after a typical retirement age, whether it is for intellectual stimulation,...
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Hi @GinaB566599. It seems as though you were given a great opportunity to learn about working in an office at a fairly young age. Even now, when we are older, there are opportunities to learn about office skills through your local community college. ...
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Hi Lynne.  Particularly for more mature job-seekers, your personal and professional network can be key to finding your next opportunity.  There is data that shows that between 50-75% of jobs are obtained through networking.   It can be awkward to ask...
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Hello Lynne.  Thank you for the great question.  LinkedIn is a very powerful tool which enables recruiters to identify talent. When recruiters use LinkedIn, they generally conduct key word searches based upon the skills needed for the specific job th...
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Hello there, @gmdgibbons. It sounds like you are beginning to formulate a plan for your next stage of life. Smart!  I hope you will enjoy North Carolina. I grew up there myself, and love all the changes of seasons.If you are interested in the investm...
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Hi there, @2Papa. There’s no question that you are in a situation that almost everyone aspires to. Congratulations!For various reasons, some people choose to continue to work after a typical retirement age, whether it is for intellectual stimulation,...
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Hi @GinaB566599. It seems as though you were given a great opportunity to learn about working in an office at a fairly young age. Even now, when we are older, there are opportunities to learn about office skills through your local community college. ...
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Hi Lynne.  Particularly for more mature job-seekers, your personal and professional network can be key to finding your next opportunity.  There is data that shows that between 50-75% of jobs are obtained through networking.   It can be awkward to ask...
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