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People Strategy ForumTom Powner - Personal Branding for Leadership RolesDiscover the secrets to standing out in a crowded job market with the power of personal branding. In this episode, Tom Powner, the visionary Founder and CEO of Career Thinker, shares his inspiring journey from corporate America to entrepreneurship, driven by personal challenges and a passion for helping others find fulfilling careers. He dives deep into the critical role of personal branding in today's competitive job market, emphasizing the power of authenticity and value-driven content across all platforms, especially LinkedIn. Tom provides actionable strategies for crafting a compelling online presence that resonates with recruiters and hiring managers, ultimately leading...2024-12-3142 min
The Riderflex Podcast: Inspiring & HiringRiderflex Podcast - Guest Interview #453 - Thomas Powner
Thomas Powner, founder and CEO of Career Thinker, established the company in 2011 after decades of driving growth across various industries, aiming to help others achieve career success through his expertise in coaching and leadership. Starting in New York City and expanding nationwide, Career Thinker now serves major cities like Boston, Chicago, and San Francisco. A thought leader in the career services industry, Tom holds several certifications, including Certified Professional Resume Writer (CPRW) and Nationally Certified Online Profile Expert (NCOPE), and was awarded LinkedIn Profinder’s "Best of 2017" for resume writing. He is a strong advocate for utilizing LinkedIn to co...2024-10-0844 min
The Power of Owning Your Career PodcastS13 Episode 5 - Navigating Career Transitions with Tom PownerIn this episode, host Simone Morris welcomes Tom Powner, the founder of CareerThinker.com to the podcast. Tom has established himself as an industry leader in career education and mentorship, delivering over 300 workshops, seminars, and webinars since 2011. Known as a LinkedIn power user and a nationally certified online profile expert, Tom shared his wealth of knowledge on leveraging LinkedIn, upskilling for career success, and transitioning from corporate life to entrepreneurship. Tom delved into his journey, the pivotal moments in his career, his formula for success, and invaluable tips for enhancing your LinkedIn presence. Get your notepads ready, as this...2024-10-0728 min
The Curtis McCullom ShowMeet Tom Powner: Career Thinker Inc. Founder & LinkedIn ArtistTom Powner is a Certified Professional Resume Writer (CPRW), Certified Employment Interview Professional (CEIP), Certified Career Management Coach (CCMC), Certified Business and Behavioral Strategist Coach (CBBSC), and LinkedIn Artist. A career changer himself, Tom pivoted from a 25-year career in business development, operations, and sales leadership to founding Career Thinker Inc. after seeing thousands of poorly crafted resumes and interviewing over 2,500 unprepared applicants.Driven by a desire to make a difference, Tom now provides career services, coaching, and technology to empower clients and help them achieve career success. Specializing in preparing...2024-08-1626 min
People in Transition108. Tom Powner - Executive Resume Writer ➜ Recruiter ● LinkedIn Trainer/StrategistIn this episode, we feature a remarkable career transformation story that exemplifies the power of reinvention. After a successful 25-year career in business development, human resources, operations, and sales leadership, Tom Powner took a bold leap and founded Career Thinker Inc. His journey was fueled by years of encountering poorly written resumes, interviewing unprepared candidates, and hiring over 1,500 employees. With a passion for helping others, Tom now offers career services, coaching, technology insights, and confidence-building strategies to inspire individuals to take charge of their careers. Tom is a recognized leader in the industry, known for educating and me...2024-06-2331 min
The Career Refresh with Jill Griffin: Career Reinvention, Leadership Coaching, and Professional BrandYour Resume is a Marketing Tool with Tom Powner, CEO of Career ThinkerTom Powner, CEO of Career Thinker, an executive resume-writing and boutique recruiting firm, shares his insight on leadership, resume essentials, and navigating the recruiting landscape. In this episode, we discuss: Early leadership mistakes and lessons learnedKey players in the job search: job seeker, recruiter, companyViewing your resume as a Career Marketing campaignCommon resume mistakes to avoidEssential components for different resume sectionsCrafting your value story effectivelyThree-pronged approach to grabbing recruiters' attentionAI's impact on recruiting: short-term and long-term effectsCaution against using generative AI for resume writingImportance of maintaining a human voice in cover lettersShow Guest: 2024-04-0938 min