Top 5 Reasons People Choose
R. L. Stevens & Associates, Inc.

1. "I've managed my career until now on my own, but I'm just not where I want to be."

2. "I can't afford to end up in the wrong position at this point in my career."

3. "I don't know how to take my career to the next level."

4. "I don't have the time to effectively conduct the search that I need."

5. "I haven't had to actually search for a new position in many years."

Top 5 Most Common Mistakes
Made in a Career Search

1. Beginning the search thinking you're prepared without a clear picture of the target audience.

2. Resumes written with a picture of where you have been, not necessarily portraying value for where you're headed.

3. Relying too heavily on the internet, newspaper and recruiters to generate leads.

4. Unprepared to build value in your chosen target markets.

5. Unsure of true value in the current marketplace resulting in money left on the table.

  Top 5 Characteristics Required to Successfully Manage Your Career

1. Balance: Between your career and your personal life.

2. Purpose: A true sense of value in the position you currently hold.

3. Vision: The right next career step and where it's leading.

4. Control: A plan that self-directs your professional development.

5. Knowledge: Why, when and how to execute effective career moves.