Kris Randa

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👋 Hey hey! I’m Kris Randa. HR Professional with a real passion for developing others.

💼I’ve supported Corporate America Fortune 200 Companies for over a decade
🏘️I’ve spent the last few years getting to know and grow my community’s small businesses
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How to Prepare for Behavioral-Based Interviews - krisranda.com % % In this article, Career Coach Kris Randa, shares 5 ways to prepare for a Behavioral-Based Interview in Corporate America.

🎒 Baggage vs Luggage 🧳

I was listening to a podcast the other day and first heard the interviewee talk about the concept of “Baggage vs. Luggage”. It's interesting to me because there is an immediate positive / negative association on both words:

🎒Baggage = something that's weighing you down or follows you wherever you go, that you can't seem to shake
🧳Luggage = something you keep close to you, packed with fun items for a trip.

"She's got a lot of baggage" vs. "She's got a lot of luggage" are almost 2 completely different meanings in the American way of speaking.

What if we started thinking about all of our past mistakes and errors as “luggage” instead of “baggage”? What if we were able to wear those lessons learned confidently like a badge of honor instead of hiding them and scared of being "found out" or "a failure"?

This is what I want to teach people. It's ok to be vulnerable. Teach others about your missteps with the intent on showcasing what you've taken from those experiences. No one is perfect so why are we all trying so hard to be? 🤷🏻‍♀️

Grab your "luggage" and get in that next interview. Need help navigating? Send me a note or schedule a call with me. I'll help you craft the perfect message for the hiring team when they interview with you.

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👋 Hey hey! I’m Kris Randa. HR Professional with a real passion for developing others.

💼I’ve supported Corporate America Fortune 200 Companies for over a decade
🏘️I’ve spent the last few years getting to know and grow my community’s small businesses
📄I’ve connected with genuine people looking to get ready for their next big step on their resumes and in their careers

And I’d love to help you too! Want to hear more from me?

🔔 Ring the bell on my profile
🔗 Connect with me
💻 Visit my site (www.KrisRanda.com) for more free resources

💼 Don’t Overlook Soft Skills on Your Resume! 💼

Soft skills — think leadership, adaptability and teamwork — are just as essential as technical skills in today’s workplace. Here’s how to make them shine on your resume:

➡️ Use Concrete Examples: Show, don’t tell. Instead of “I’m adaptable,” try “Led my team through a major company transition, maintaining productivity and morale.”
➡️ Highlight Team Successes: Showcase your collaborative wins, like “Worked cross-functionally to reduce project time by 15%.” This demonstrates both teamwork and results!
➡️ Tailor to the Role: Identify which soft skills are key to the job and integrate examples that highlight those skills. Show that you’re the right fit both technically and personally.

Soft skills are foundational to continued growth for any professional.

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👋 Hey hey! I’m Kris Randa. HR Professional with a real passion for developing others.

💼I’ve supported Corporate America Fortune 200 Companies for over a decade

🏘️I’ve spent the last few years getting to know and grow my community’s small businesses

📄I’ve connected with genuine people looking to get ready for their next big step on their resumes and in their careers

And I’d love to help you too! Want to hear more from me?

🔔 Ring the bell on my profile
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I want you to take a moment today and retrace your career journey so far. 📍

Where did you start and where are you now?

Are there patterns, passions or strengths that could steer your next move? 🧭

What roles have you been drawn to and what are some ways that you can identify what your next career move should be?

This 5-minute reflection practice could be the thing that helps provide you clarity on “what you want to be when you grow up”.

Add your reflections below! What is a surprising pattern you’ve recently noticed about the roles you’ve progressed through over the years?

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📝 Time for a Goal Check-In!

As the year wraps up, it’s the perfect time to revisit those goals you set at the beginning of the year! 🌟 How’s your progress looking?

With performance reviews on the HORIZON, taking a few moments now to assess your achievements can make a huge difference.

Here’s a quick guide to help you prep:

1️⃣ Reflect: What were your top goals for the year? Have you achieved them, or are there areas you still want to focus on?

2️⃣ Document Wins: Make a list of your accomplishments, big and small. Be ready to share concrete examples that showcase your impact.

3️⃣ Identify Growth Opportunities: Think about areas you’d like to develop in the coming year. This shows initiative and forward-thinking.

Taking charge of your year-end review can set you up for a strong start in the new year! 💪

What’s one accomplishment you’re excited to share? Drop it in the comments below! 👇

I’m cheering for ya!

Love,
Your friendly, neighborhood 💞







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👋 Hey hey! I’m Kris Randa. HR Professional with a real passion for developing others.

💼I’ve supported Corporate America Fortune 200 Companies for over a decade

🏘️I’ve spent the last few years getting to know and grow my community’s small businesses

📄I’ve connected with genuine people looking to get ready for their next big step on their resumes and in their careers

And I’d love to help you too! Want to hear more from me?

🔔 Ring the bell on my profile
🔗 Connect with me
💻 Visit my site for more free resources