Job Search Strategy Compass Mini Course
This mini-course gives you a clear map so you finally know where to focus and what to change in your search.
Stop Guessing. Start Aiming: Use the Job Seeker Compass to Target What Really Needs to Change in Your Job Search.
Most job seekers are working hard...but on the wrong things. This mini-course gives you a clear map so you finally know where to focus and what to change in your search.
Why this mini-course
- Identify which part of your job search is actually broken, instead of guessing or trying to fix everything at once.
- Use the Job Seeker Compass to see, in one visual snapshot, where you’re strong, where you’re stuck, and where a small shift can unlock better results.
- Clarify your Job Search Values so you know exactly what you want from company culture, leadership style, ethics, flexibility, and growth.
- Learn how to weave those values into your resume, LinkedIn profile, and job search approach, so you attract roles that truly fit you.
- Submit your completed Compass and reflections to get targeted feedback on your results and guidance on your next steps.
Enroll now to get your Job Seeker Compass, complete the three short lessons, and turn a scattered search into a targeted, confident plan.
Course Summary
Lesson 1 – Start Here: Navigate Your Job Seeker Compass
In the first short lesson, you will learn exactly how to use your Job Seeker Compass and Job Search Values battery. You will walk through each part of the tool so you understand:
- The 8 core areas of a modern job search (clarity, personal brand, networking, applications, interview readiness, skills/marketability, mindset, and life/logistics) and why all of them matter.
- How to score yourself honestly, without shame, so your map reflects what is really happening, not what you wish were true.
- How to read the visual “shape” of your compass so you can instantly see where your search is breaking down and where you are already doing well.
By the end of Lesson 1, you will know exactly how to navigate the compass and how to interpret what it is telling you about your job search.
Lesson 2 – Download, Complete, and Decode Your Compass
In Lesson 2, you will download your Job Seeker Compass workbook and complete it step by step. This is where the insight really starts.
- You will complete the Job Search Values battery, selecting the values that matter most for your next role.
- You will focus on values like your desired leadership style, company ethics, work–life balance, inclusion, recognition, growth, flexibility, and more.
- You will use those values to pinpoint the kind of companies, cultures, and managers you are actually looking for, so you stop chasing roles that were never going to be a fit.
- You will complete the Job Seeker Compass map to score eight key areas of your job search, from clarity and personal brand to networking and interview readiness.
- You will be able to use the results to connect your values and your map to your practical tools: your resume, LinkedIn profile, and day-to-day job search strategy.
You will be able to use this clarity to:
- Reflect your values in your resume narrative and accomplishments, so you attract roles aligned with how you want to work, not just what you can do.
- Weave your values into your LinkedIn About section, headline, and content so recruiters and hiring managers immediately understand what you stand for.
- Use your values as a “filter” when you read job descriptions, research companies, and prepare interview questions, so you can screen out misaligned opportunities earlier.
- Outline areas where you can improve your job search results, enabling you to move forward faster and with more confidence.
This is about more than “finding a job.” It is about aligning your search with who you are, how you work best, and what you will and will not compromise on.
Lesson 3 - Next Steps: Upload Your Results and Get Targeted Feedback
In the final lesson, you will upload your completed Job Seeker Compass along with your reflections. You will not be left to figure out the next steps alone. You will be guided to:
- Share a screenshot of your compass results, your Job Search Values, and what surprised you about your results.
- Identify 1–2 priority areas that will give you the biggest return if you improve them first (for example, networking vs. clarity vs. interview prep).
- Receive feedback on your compass so you know where to focus next and what kind of actions will actually move the needle for you.
Instead of generic advice, your feedback is anchored in your unique map. That means your next moves (whether updating your LinkedIn, tightening your resume, building a networking routine, or changing your target roles) are based on data about your search, not random tips.
Course Pricing
Angela Roberts
“As a recruiting company owner, I wish I could find everyone a job. Since that isn’t always possible, I’ve created this space to help job seekers navigate the tough market and emerge confident, competitive, and ready for their next career step.”
Angela Roberts is an experienced career strategist, recruiting leader, and dedicated community builder whose mission is to empower job seekers through today's challenging market. As Co-Founder and Managing Partner at craresources, Angela has matched top candidates with leading organizations for over a decade, drawing on her more than 30 years as a hiring manager for high-performing teams, including 16 years in leadership roles and a decade with IBM. At IBM, Angela led global transformation initiatives—with programs exceeding 17,000 team members—and was recognized as one of four Senior Transformation Executives managing large-scale international projects.
Angela holds a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification from the Project Management Institute and is certified in LEAN and Six Sigma methodologies. Her extensive background spans operations, project management, and account management, with a proven record of driving results for both clients and candidates. Widely published and a sought-after speaker, Angela has contributed thought leadership for ACRP, The Clinical Leader, Life Science Connect, Applied Clinical Trials, CenterWatch, Xtalks, Recruiting Blogs, IAOCR, and DIA, and she has presented at major events, including the Global ACRP Conference.
Seeing firsthand how today’s job search landscape can be brutal—especially for those reentering the market—Angela built this coaching and community platform to provide the personalized guidance, expert insight, and actionable support her candidates and connections need to thrive.
