With any process of change, a little stress is normal. That’s especially true of the job search, where you are constantly putting yourself out there for evaluation, organizing a lot of moving parts and waiting, waiting and waiting some more. From the day you start networking to the day you sign the offer, the typical […]
Continue readingCreative networking, an outstanding resume and smart personal branding might get you in the door. Performing consistently high-quality work and contributing to your organization’s strategic goals will help you move up the ladder. But building a fulfilling and sustainable career is just as much—and perhaps more so— about the life skills you bring to everything that […]
Continue readingMany important factors come into play when choosing your next job – whether you are looking to take the next natural step up the career ladder, open yourself up to new challenges at a larger organization, make a career transition into a new industry or find a higher paying position. But increasingly, it is the workplace itself—its culture, practices […]
Continue readingWhether you’re starting a new job search or just keeping your eyes open for that next-level position, spending the time to identify—and fully understand—your personal strengths can be a game changer. Strengths are the patterns of thinking, feeling and acting that come naturally to you, energize you and help you perform well, both at work […]
Continue readingWhen starting a new job search, it can be tempting to cast a wide net. In practice, though, being open to every possibility that comes your way can be a recipe for overwhelm, indecision and a search that may not give you the result you’re after. If you are intent on landing the right position—one […]
Continue readingThe offer letter has been signed and your start date is set. A new job offers opportunities to grow personally and professionally, but it can also come with the anxiety of change. Whether you’re starting with a new company or moving into a new role within your organization, your first few weeks on the job […]
Continue readingAs a life coach and a career coach, I’ve worked with many clients who’ve achieved their professional goals or won the coveted job, only to find themselves feeling restless and unfulfilled. Lacking purpose or meaning. Feeling a bit stuck. It’s all too easy to trudge up the ladder, chase the promotion or hastily take a […]
Continue readingNot feeling it at work? Itching for new challenges? Or maybe you’ve hit a plateau? If you’re ready to have a standout year and push your career to its next level, the good news is that you don’t need to wait on anyone to breathe new life into your work. By focusing your attention and […]
Continue readingOne big concern for many of us today is how to balance, or integrate, our personal and work lives—whether we’re running a business, creating a business or working in a demanding job. We tell some fascinating stories around this particular topic. Small business owners and solopreneurs tell me they need to hustle all the time […]
Continue readingFeeling unsatisfied at work? You’re not alone. Worldwide, just 13% of employees report feeling fully engaged at work, according to research by Gallup. But that doesn’t mean you can’t be one of them. While taking the leap to leave your unfulfilling job can be a difficult decision, it may be the best move you can […]
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