Perhaps you or someone you know is looking for a job or making a career transition right now, and maybe I can help. I have 20 years experience as a Certified Career Specialist and Business Coach, with a record of helping more than 1,000 people find jobs. These have included people facing every conceivable kind of barrier to employment, from out-placed executives to people with disabilities.

If you have spent any time looking for a job, you may be thinking, “There must be a better way.” In fact, there are many “better ways,” and it is up to you to find your way. Most successful job seekers do follow some common practices to progress in their careers. Use this checklist to measure your progress. See my full article on “A Career Planning Checklist for Your Job Search” at EzineArticles.com.