Career Coaching Articles - Alexandra Cordes

The heart and soul of the business analysis community

August 17, 2018

Have you noticed lately that many forums are full of links to blogs and websites promoting products and services? That in these forums there is no real discussion, sharing of knowledge or collegial support for each other? Where are people actually talking about stuff?

Do you fit the stereotype?

August 7, 2018

Most likely not. We are individuals with unique experiences and understanding of the world. Our work experience is valuable but varied and our skillset is wide-ranging. However, this can make it difficult to fit the cookie cutter language of human resource departments – and the process of finding your next career prospect challenging.

One day left! Transform your BA career

July 30, 2018

Just a quick reminder that there is one more day to enrol in the Career Advancement Program and take advantage of the discounted price. Normally AUD $2,000, you can get full access to the program for only $1,500.

Do you know your own potential?

July 27, 2018

You may not realise this, but your capabilities go way beyond what you learned in university or in your last few jobs. It doesn’t help that most recruiters think in fairly uninspired terms about job qualifications.

What does it take to be a great business analyst?

July 23, 2018

There are number of skills and qualities that I believe you, the Business Analyst, must have to be competent in your role. This includes the ability to gather, analyse and model requirements using various techniques and tools, and produce documentation that clearly communicates change. You typically like to help solve problems, you have an inquiring mind and you are comfortable asking questions. Many questions.

You don't really know what you want

July 23, 2018

Do you know what you want? Most people think they do, but career goals are not always about making more money or attaining higher social status. There are many unhappy people that are considered successful in their careers.

You are worthy and amazing! (for business analysts)

July 20, 2018

In my career transformation program, I help you tap in to the worthy and amazing qualities that you have. We look at your skills, abilities and attributes that you bring to the table and we package them in to you, the business analyst.

Not everything comes in the one neat package

July 17, 2018

In my conversations it is more and more apparent that we find it very difficult to recognise the amazing gifts that we have. How to recognise these gifts is one of the things I address in my career advancement program. To learn more, you are very welcome to book a free call with me to talk about your current career challenges and goals.

Tools versus experience

July 3, 2018

In my opinion, there can be a tendency to over rely on having a swag of tools to give you confidence. It is like if you are good at the tools then you are a good business analyst, but this is not true. Tools are only as good as the problem you are solving. Of course, they are important, but they are not the place to start.

Do you need a resume review?

June 28, 2018

Asking for a resume review often means that you also need help with clarity around your career goals. If this is you, book a free call with me.

How to be an impactful business analyst

June 14, 2018

To be impactful in your business analysis career, sometimes some extra help to get all of those pieces helps. Find out how you can be an impactful business analyst and boost your career.

Articles

The heart and soul of the business analysis community

Do you fit the stereotype?

One day left! Transform your BA career

Do you know your own potential?

What does it take to be a great business analyst?

You don't really know what you want

You are worthy and amazing! (for business analysts)

Not everything comes in the one neat package

Tools versus experience

Do you need a resume review?

How to be an impactful business analyst

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