Empowerment Foundation

Dreading the new year? Feeling overwhelmed by the thought of facing another 12 months of uncertainty? 😔 As we near the end of 2024, many of us find ourselves reflecting on what we’ve accomplished—and what we haven’t. Often, it can feel like the latter is all we can focus on. Perhaps you feel like you’ve fallen behind, watching others around you achieve the very goals you’ve been working toward, and all you see ahead in the new year is more disappointment. It’s no wonder, then, that the thought of stepping into a new year feels overwhelming. But the start of a new year should feel exciting, not overwhelming. Instead of carrying over feelings of disappointment from the past year, the new year offers a fresh opportunity to turn the page. With the right mindset, you can approach the future with renewed energy and a clear, actionable plan. That’s why we’re organizing a workshop, Master Intentional Planning for a Successful 2025, on 3rd December from 9:30 to 10:45 AM CET: to help you reflect on the past year with a constructive approach and learn the tools you’ll need to set actionable goals for 2025! 🌟 In this session, you’ll work with the guidance of an experienced facilitator to break down your dreams into achievable steps with clear timelines and strategies. And, to keep you on track, we’ll be running a follow-up workshop in early 2025, where you’ll perfect your plan for 2025. There are limited spots available, so don’t miss your chance—register today 👉 https://lnkd.in/eVyG6qWF Have questions or need more details? Reach out to us anytime. Let’s enter the new year with a kick! 🎉 Lucjan Kaliniecki Leena Kela #NewYearsResolutions #NewYearNewMe #CareerHelp #CareerDevelopment #EmpowermentFoundation

It’s that time of year again. The promise of a fresh start, envisioning what you want from the new year. We all do it—set big, bold resolutions for the year ahead: Find the perfect job, get the promotion, start a new career path, improve work-life balance, or even finally tackle that passion project. But let’s be real for a second. By February, most of us have already hit a wall. The excitement fades, and those resolutions start to feel like distant dreams. It’s easy to get swept up in the rush of day-to-day life and watch your goals slip away. Sound familiar? It’s not that we don’t want to succeed, or are big failures; it’s just that we often lack a plan with clear and actionable steps. That’s where our next workshop, Master Intentional Planning for a Successful 2025, comes in. On the 3rd of December, from 9:30 to 10:45 AM CET, we will help you make resolutions that stick. This isn’t your typical New Year’s resolution session. It’s a guided, reflection-based workshop designed to help you review the year that’s passed, identify key lessons, and master the strategy behind creating actionable, achievable goals for 2025 that you can actually stick to—just in time to end the year with a bang and dare to dream big for the year ahead. 🚀 What’s more, we'll be following this session up with a second workshop in 2025, where you’ll refine and polish the plan you create with the tools from this session, ensuring you stay focused and on track in the new year. Sign up to transform that wishful thinking into achievable goals with the help of an experienced facilitator 👉 https://lnkd.in/eVyG6qWF It’s not just about dreaming. It’s about doing. Let’s turn reflection into action! Shea Harty Flor de Maria Paredes Mattos #NewYearsResolutions #NewYearNewMe #CareerHelp #CareerDevelopment #EmpowermentFoundation

Wondering how to make 2025 your best year yet? 🤔 As 2025 approaches, many of us find ourselves reflecting on the year gone by. We remember the promises we made at the beginning of the year—the ones we kept, and the ones that somehow got lost along the way. Reflection can be a powerful tool. In fact, the transition to a new year is the perfect time to reflect on the past, think about what worked and what didn’t, and use that information to plan new resolutions. But reflection alone isn’t enough to guarantee progress. Without a clear strategy and actionable steps, it’s easy to fall into the same patterns. That’s where our latest online workshop comes in! 💡 On the 3rd of December at 9:30 CET, we’re hosting a session designed to equip you with concrete skills to turn dreams into reality. In this interactive workshop, you’ll: 🚀 Reflect on the past year in a supportive environment 🚀 Identify key achievements and areas for development 🚀 Learn the strategy behind setting actionable resolutions for 2025 No more vague resolutions that fizzle out by February. Join us to make the next year your best year! Plus, to help you stay on track with your plan, we’ll also offer a follow-up workshop in 2025 where you can fine-tune and adjust your plan with the help of an experienced coach! Secure your spot by following this link 👉 https://lnkd.in/eVyG6qWF #NewYearsResolutions #NewYearNewMe #CareerHelp #CareerDevelopment #EmpowermentFoundation

🔔 3 days to go until our next online event! 🔔 Do you feel worn down by the treadmill of job applications? We’ve all been there - you find your roles, make your applications - and you hardly hear anything back. It’s tiring, demoralising, and while you might have a lot of self belief, it feels like you’re getting nowhere. If you’re fatigued from the traditional application process, maybe it’s time to switch up your approach and open up a different route to employment. Did you know that 95% of recruiters use LinkedIn to find and vet candidates? This social media platform is the place to get noticed by recruiters, the people who do the majority of the work involved in finding and hiring candidates. So it’s the perfect place to try a different way to get out of unemployment and find your next job! Sure, there’s a bit of skill involved - but it’s a skill that you can learn, and one that might be more suited to you and your personality. Teaching you that skill, from the basics through to the behaviours that will get you noticed as an attractive candidate, is the focus of our next online workshop. Follow the link below to learn more and book your place for this Friday: https://lnkd.in/ebB4wWKY #EmpowermentFoundation #JobSearchSkills #OnlineWorkshop #GetHired

It’s the day after halloween - and a ghoul still walks among us! 😱 It’s name… LinkedIn networking! 🧟 Does the thought of using LinkedIn as a job searching tool fill you with dread? It's understandable - putting yourself out there is hard, and it's difficult to know where to start. But don't worry - you don’t need to become an influencer or a ‘power user’ - you just need to know where to focus your attention! 🔦 Join us for a special workshop next Friday to learn how to make your social media profiles an asset in your job search... Follow the link below to learn more or register👇 https://lnkd.in/equAXV6y #JobSearchAdvice #EmpowermentFoundation #LinkedInSkills #Networking #NetherlandsJobSearch Shea Harty Lucjan Kaliniecki Pamela Cepeda

Ready to make LinkedIn work for you in your job search? Whether you're just starting on LinkedIn or have been trying to crack the code without much success, our next online workshop is here to help! Join us for a 90-minute, hands-on session where you'll learn how to turn your LinkedIn profile into a powerful job search tool. In this session for professional tips on how to: ✨ Build a LinkedIn profile that stands out from the crowd ✨ Craft a summary that highlights your unique strengths ✨ Network confidently and make the right connections ✨ Frame your current experience (employed or not!) in the best light 📅 Date: 8th November ⏰ Time: 9:30 - 11:00 AM CET 📍 Location: Online, join from anywhere! This session is for all experience levels and anyone who feels stuck in their job search. As a nonprofit, we charge a small fee to cover our costs, and we’re here to make sure it’s worth every cent. Why attend? This isn’t just another LinkedIn tutorial. It’s an opportunity to work directly with a supportive community of job seekers and our expert host, Shea Harty, co-founder of the Empowerment Foundation. Shea brings her expertise as a business coach to help you find and showcase your personal brand. Don’t miss your chance to boost your LinkedIn game! 👉 Register now and take that first step toward landing the job that’s right for you! https://lnkd.in/equAXV6y #JobSearch #JobApplications #LinkedInForJobSeekers #EmpowermentFoundation #LinkedInProfile Pamela Cepeda Lucjan Kaliniecki

Did you know that 95% of recruiters use LinkedIn to find and select candidates for jobs? 🔭👨💻 And it’s normal for hiring decision-makers to look at your LinkedIn profile as well as your resume to better understand who you are. So why do most job searchers neglect their online presence? 🔇 Most don't know where to focus to get the essentials right - how they should write and present their profiles, reach out to new contacts, or tell their stories effectively. They don't teach you this in school (yet) - but mastering these skills can take a lot of frustration out of your job search! 😤 That's why the focus of our next online workshop is how to use LinkedIn to get your next job. This session is aimed at people who are ready to tap into the opportunities presented by LinkedIn - but require a little direction to figure everything out. Follow the link to see what's on the agenda and book your place! 👉 https://lnkd.in/equAXV6y #LinkedInWorkshop #JobSearch #JobHunting #EmpowermentFoundation Shea Harty Lucjan Kaliniecki

Question: When is standing out from the crowd an advantage❓🤔 Answer: Almost always when it comes to finding a job! 🕵️ Applicants need to make themselves known amid a sea of other jobseekers - and one of the most impactful ways to do this is to carefully prepare your online profiles to support your applications. We’re not suggesting that you should rewrite your Facebook or Insta to reflect what’s written in your resume - clearly, LinkedIn is the platform to focus on here. Even if you only make a little more effort than your peers when preparing your online profile - it will make a difference. Because a little effort is enough to make you stand out! 🐧 You just need to know where to start. 📍 That’s why our next online workshop, taking place from 9.30-11am CET on the 8th of November, is a deep-dive into using LinkedIn to Elevate your Job Search! Follow the link to find out more: 👉 https://lnkd.in/ebB4wWKY #JobSearch #JobApplications #LinkedInForJobseekers #EmpowermentFoundation #LinkedInProfile

Are you overlooking LinkedIn in your job search? It could be costing you opportunities! 🚫💼 Many job seekers find LinkedIn overwhelming and feel like it’s "not for them." Maybe you’ve thought, “I’ll focus on LinkedIn later” or “I’m not ready to put myself out there yet.” The truth is, this mindset might be holding you back more than you realize. LinkedIn is the world’s largest professional network, used by recruiters, employers, and professionals every single day. But it’s also misunderstood and underutilized by many people actively looking for jobs. You might not realise that... 🔍 LinkedIn isn’t as competitive as you think. While it’s easy to feel intimidated, the reality is that most people are in the same boat, unsure of how to use it to their advantage. This means the opportunity is there for those who can navigate it smartly – and we’re here to show you how! 👥 The people on LinkedIn are more supportive than you expect. Everyone has been in your shoes at one point. Professionals and recruiters often want to help and connect, but they can’t find you if you’re not visible or active on the platform. Our latest workshop is all about using LinkedIn effectively to elevate and accelerate your job search! Head over to our EventBrite page to learn more and secure your spot: 👉 https://lnkd.in/ev6PmAsw Don’t let the LinkedIn opportunity pass you by. It could be the key to transforming your job search! 💡 Shea Harty Pamela Cepeda Flor de Maria Paredes Mattos #LinkedInForJobSeekers #JobSearchHelp #CareerDevelopment #EmpowermentFoundation

If you’re facing the dual challenge of struggling to find work after immigrating to the Netherlands, we know how tough it can be. What if we could make it a little easier for you? If you’d like to learn more about our ‘career coaching’ service, provided by professional coaches and suited to non-Dutch individuals, join us in Amsterdam on the 17th of September! We've already helped over 1000 immigrants to get on the career path they want - and you could be one of the next. So what are you waiting for? We’re here to help you! Follow the link below to see what's in store, and grab a ticket for the 17th! https://lnkd.in/esKP8UZP  #EmpowermentFoundation #CareerCoaching #Unemployment #JobSearch #JobSeeker