Avengers Assemble Your Achievements: Cap's Guide to the Ultimate Brag Doc!

From Super Soldier Serum to Super Achievements: Why You Need a Brag Doc

Alright soldiers! Captain America here and I'm always on the lookout for ways to improve ourselves be it through rigorous training or… well documenting our victories. I came across this fascinating idea from Maddie Machado about something called a 'brag doc.' Now I know what you're thinking: 'Cap isn't bragging a bit…un American?' But hear me out! This isn't about being a showoff; it's about knowing your worth and showing it to the world. After all even a super soldier needs to remind himself of his victories sometimes. Remember that time I single handedly took down a Hydra base? Yeah that deserves a spot on the brag doc! It's like Nick Fury always says 'Knowing is half the battle,' and knowing your accomplishments is the first step to landing your dream job!

Unleash Your Corporate Superpowers: Identifying Your Strengths

Machado talks about identifying your 'corporate superpowers.' I like that! It reminds me of how each Avenger brings something unique to the team. Stark's got his genius level intellect and gadgets Thor's got his well thunder and I've got… well I'm a pretty good leader! But seriously think about what you do better than anyone else. What are you constantly complimented on? Is it your uncanny ability to mediate disputes like I do with Stark and Thor? Or perhaps your knack for delivering results like Black Widow on a covert mission? Whatever it is own it! Write it down. Because even Captain America needs to recognize that he is pretty good at throwing his shield!

From 'Avengers Assemble!' to 'Achievements Assembled!': Highlighting Your Impact

Next up: What do you deliver? Machado stresses the importance of highlighting the impact of your skills. It's not enough to say you're good at something; you need to show how it benefits the team. Did you save the day like when I stopped Loki from destroying New York? Or did you simply streamline a process that saved the company time and money? Think about what wouldn't have happened (or wouldn't have happened as well) if you weren't there. This is your chance to shine! And remember even the smallest contribution can make a big difference. Every act of bravery no matter how small matters. As I always say 'I can do this all day!'

The Hall of Fame: What Makes You Proud?

Now let's talk about the stuff you're most proud of. These are the exceptional accomplishments the times you went above and beyond the call of duty. Did you save the company money? Did you make the company money? Did you save the company time? These are all big wins! It's like when I convinced Bucky to come back to the good side; now that's something to be proud of. So don't be shy! Toot your own horn a little. You've earned it. 'Whatever it takes,' right?

Tailoring Your Pitch: Why *They* Should Hire *You*

Alright you've got your brag doc all polished up. Now it's time to tailor it to the specific job you're applying for. Research the company's mission and culture and show how you'd be a good fit. If they're all about moving fast tell them you work best that way too. This is your elevator pitch; your chance to show them not only that you're technically qualified but also that you're a good fit for the team. It's like assembling the Avengers; you need the right mix of skills and personalities to make it work. And remember 'We're in this together to the end of the line.'

Brag Doc > Resume? The Verdict From Your Favorite Shield Slinger

Machado argues that a brag doc is better than a resume or cover letter because 'no one's reading cover letters.' Now I'm not one to dismiss tradition but I see her point. A brag doc allows you to showcase your impact and personality in a way that a resume simply can't. So whether you're attaching it to your application following up with a hiring manager on LinkedIn or just networking a brag doc can give you a serious edge. And who knows it might even get you closer to landing that dream job. Just remember 'If you get hurt hurt 'em back. If you get killed… walk it off!' Just kidding don't get killed. But do make sure that brag doc is strong!