In this episode, Alisha discusses critical strategies for federal employees who may be facing job uncertainty. With years of experience navigating the unique dynamics of federal employment, Alisha offers clear and practical advice for anyone considering a transition to the private sector.

💡 What You'll Learn:

• Why your EOPF (Electronic Official Personnel Folder) is more valuable than you think — and how to safely download and store it
• The importance of saving comprehensive benefit information, including retirement and insurance details
• How your past performance ratings can strengthen your resume and future applications

Whether you're proactively planning a career shift or reacting to potential downsizing, these steps are essential for protecting your professional history and future options.

🔐 Don’t wait until it’s too late—take control of your documentation now.

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If you found this episode helpful, be sure to subscribe and share it with fellow federal employees who might benefit from Alisha’s expert guidance.

In this episode, Alisha returns with expert guidance tailored for federal employees navigating career transitions during changing administrative landscapes. She shares four essential tips to help streamline and strengthen federal resumes, making them not only competitive within the government sector but also marketable to private employers.

What You’ll Learn:

✅ Why a Master of Experience document is a game-changer

✅ The benefits of using a chronological resume format

✅ How to align your resume with specific vacancy announcements

✅ The power of showcasing your problem-solving achievements

Alisha’s insights offer actionable strategies that will help you modernize your resume and position yourself for new opportunities—whether you're staying in government or exploring the private sector.

🎧 Tune in now for resume strategies that work!

In this episode of Career Compass, host Alisha Brown—widely known as the Workplace Doctor—delivers powerful guidance for federal employees considering a leap into the private sector. Drawing from her extensive experience, Alisha highlights the critical role of mindset in making a successful transition and shares three essential tips to consider before hitting "apply."

Listeners will learn how to:

✅ Align career moves with core values

✅ Weigh work-life balance expectations

✅ Evaluate total compensation beyond salary

Whether you're actively job hunting or just exploring possibilities, this episode is packed with insight to help you make intentional, informed decisions. Tune in and walk away with clarity, confidence, and a renewed sense of direction.

In this timely episode Alisha offers expert guidance on how to create a compelling private sector resume—especially for those impacted by recent federal government transitions.

Whether you're preparing to pivot or already navigating the job market, Alisha provides practical steps to help you translate your federal experience into a powerful, marketable resume that speaks the language of private employers.

What You'll Learn:

• 📝 How to identify and integrate keywords and action verbs from job announcements
• ⭐ The STAR method for crafting strong, results-oriented resume bullet points
• 🔄 Tips for transforming a federal-style resume into one that’s private-sector ready
• 💼 How to make your government experience resonate with corporate recruiters

Why You Should Tune In:

This episode is a must-listen for federal employees, veterans, or anyone in transition looking to make a confident, strategic move into the private sector. Alisha’s insights will help you build a resume that truly reflects your value.

🎧 Listen now and start crafting the resume that gets you hired!

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In this episode, Alisha delivers expert guidance for professionals making the leap from federal employment to the private sector.

If you’re feeling overwhelmed by the transition, don’t worry, Alisha breaks it all down with practical, actionable advice.

What You’ll Learn:

• 📝 How to tailor your resume for private sector roles
• 🔑 The power of keywords and action verbs in getting past applicant tracking systems
• ⭐ How to use the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) to showcase your accomplishments
• 💡 Strategies to stay competitive in a shifting job market

Why Listen:

Whether you're currently transitioning or just starting to explore new opportunities, this episode is packed with resume tips and career insights to help you stand out and succeed.

🎧 Tune in and start building a resume that opens doors!

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In this powerful and timely episode of Career Compass, host Alisha Brown tackles the difficult topic of abrupt federal terminations and the critical next steps toward private sector employment. With compassion and clarity, Alisha draws on her personal journey and extensive HR background to offer support and strategy for federal employees, especially veterans, facing unexpected career changes.

What You'll Learn:

• ✅ How to begin planning your next move after an unexpected job loss
• ✍️ Resume writing tips that help translate federal experience into private sector language
• 🎯 Career planning strategies to help you regain focus and confidence
• 🧠 The mindset and resilience needed to push through career transitions
• 📚 Resources and support systems available to federal workers and veterans

Why It Matters:

In today’s uncertain job climate, no one is immune to change. This episode is a must-listen for anyone in the federal space who wants to prepare, pivot, and thrive in the private sector.

Resources Mentioned:

• LinkedIn Networking
• Private Sector Resume Templates
• Veteran Career Transition Resources

🎧 Tune in now to gain strength, direction, and tools to take the next step in your career with confidence.

In this episode of Career Compass, host Alisha D. Brown guides listeners through the often challenging transition from federal employment to the private sector. Drawing on her expertise, Alicia dives into the essential strategies for success in this career shift.

Key Takeaways:

• ✍️ Resume Refresh: Learn how to transform your federal resume into a private sector-ready document by focusing on results, brevity, and relevance.
• 🔍 Key Differences: Understand what sets federal and private sector resumes apart — from format to language to expectations.
• 🤝 Power of Networking: Discover how to leverage LinkedIn to build meaningful professional connections and open new doors.
• 📧 Professional Presence: Why your email address matters more than you think — and how to present yourself with polish.
• 🎯 Tailored Applications: Get tips on how to align your resume with specific job postings for maximum impact.

Why Listen:

Whether you’re planning a career move or actively job hunting, this episode is packed with practical advice to help you stand out in the private sector job market.

Listen now for the tools you need to confidently navigate your next career chapter!

Join Alicia D. Brown in the season finale of Career Compass as she shares her personal journey of transitioning from the military to a successful career in federal government and beyond. Alicia opens up about the challenges and triumphs of her involuntary transition, the importance of networking, mentorship, and the core values that guided her path. Discover how her military training and personal determination led to unexpected opportunities, including launching her own consulting business, AD Brown Consults. This episode is packed with insights and encouragement for veterans navigating their own career transitions. Don't miss Alicia's inspiring story and practical advice for crafting effective resumes and achieving professional success.