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Sometimes you don’t need a brand new career — you just need a career reset. This edition is all about cutting through the noise, making smart, focused changes, and setting yourself up for serious momentum in the next 90 days.

As always, I’m coming at this from my perspective as a recruiter and career coach with over 14 years of experience, including in cybersecurity — so you’re getting both hiring insights and future-proof strategies.

Career Action of the Week – The 90-Day Career Reset Plan

Pick one high-impact change from this list and do it today:

1. Audit Your LinkedIn – Is your headline recruiter-friendly or just your job title?

2. Find 5 Hidden Jobs – Search via LinkedIn’s “Jobs” tab filters, then message the recruiter directly.

3. Practice Your Power Intro – A 20–30 second “about me” that blends your skills and goals.

4. List Your 5 Career Wins – Use them for interview prep, networking, and resume updates.

Pro Tip:Set a 90-day milestone now. Ask: “What do I want my career situation to look like by [date]?”

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Career Coach’s Corner – The Hidden Power of the Follow-Up
A well-crafted follow-up can tip the scales in your favour.

Quick template:
Hi [Name],
Thank you again for the opportunity to interview for the [Position] role. Our discussion about [specific topic] really reinforced my enthusiasm for the position and my ability to contribute to [specific company goal].
I look forward to the possibility of joining your team and contributing to [company’s mission/project].
Best regards,
[Your Name]

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Stop wasting hours sending out job applications that go nowhere. Learn how to turn your LinkedIn profile into an interview-generating machine so recruiters come to YOU.

✅ Optimise your LinkedIn profile
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✅ Follow up without feeling awkward
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Fast-Track Tip – How to Make Recruiters Come to You

One of the easiest ways to boost your job search is to make your profile visible to recruiters — even when you’re not actively applying.

Here’s how to do it:

1. Turn on “Open to Work” in LinkedIn Settings

Go to your profile → Click “Open to” → “Finding a new job.”

• Select the job titles, locations, and work types you want.

• Choose “Recruiters only” to keep it private from your current employer.

2. Add Keywords Recruiters Search For

• Scan 5–10 job ads you’re interested in.

• Identify recurring keywords in required skills.

• Sprinkle them naturally into your headline, about section, and job descriptions.

3. Share Something Once a Week

• It could be an industry insight, a project win, or a career lesson.

• Consistent posting keeps you visible in recruiter searches and feeds.

Remember: Visibility creates opportunity. If recruiters can’t find you, they can’t hire you.

Cybersecurity Career Insight – Why Cyber Skills Are Becoming “The New Excel”

Even if you’re not going into cybersecurity, basic cyber awareness is fast becoming a universal skill employers value.

3 Easy Ways to Add Cyber Credibility Without a Degree:

• Take the Google Cybersecurity Certificate on Coursera.

• Get Network+ and Security+ certified for broad recognition.

• Complete free labs on TryHackMe or Hack The Box and list them on LinkedIn.

Expert Spotlight – 3 Questions on Cybersecurity!

Q1: What’s the biggest mistake job seekers make in cyber?

A: Not showing proof of skills — even a small project can show you’re serious.

Q2: What’s one underrated skill recruiters love?

A: Communication — the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical people.

Q3: What’s your best piece of advice for someone wanting a cyber career in 2025?

A: Start now. The perfect time doesn’t exist — employers hire doers, not dreamers.

Coaching Spotlight

Need help landing interviews, acing them, or negotiating your salary?

I offer 1:1 coaching sessions covering:

• Mock interviews and preparation

• Resume & LinkedIn optimisation

• Career transitions

• Salary negotiation

• General career advice

🎯 Book your free 15-minute exploratory call here: https://lukegough.as.me/ 

Thanks for reading, and as always, keep levelling up your career.

Best wishes
Luke Gough
Recruiter / Career Coach / Founder of The Career Compass

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