Leaving the 9 to 5 hustle behind and becoming your own boss is an appealing idea to many, but few consider the implications of being an entrepreneur. Like any job, being an entrepreneur comes with its ups and downs and there will be problems you must overcome. What’s more, just like certain occupations aren’t suited […]
Continue readingThe Strong, a comprehensive tool to help you identify what you need to find in a job in order to reach fulfillment. You chose a career because you had to. You were 15, 18 or 20 years old and you didn’t really know what you wanted to do for the rest of your life. The […]
Continue readingHave you made the decision that you’re tired of your current career and you’re ready for something new? The truth is that people change careers for a variety of different reasons. Perhaps your career goals or values have changed. Then again, maybe you’ve discovered something new that you’re interested in and you’d like to somehow […]
Continue readingCareer-related questions are annoying to answer when you haven’t nailed down a career that you love or if you have no idea which career path is right for you. I am sure most of you are having a tricky time choosing a right career. We’ve all been there. Let me tell you that choosing a […]
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 […]
Continue readingNearly 10 years ago, I quit my job and started a business. That business ultimately became the coaching and consulting practice I run today. It’s evolved over time. It’s moved from one side of the country to the other, and even overseas. Working for myself is something I always knew I would do, and I’ve […]
Continue readingAs a rising star in your organization, you feel that you owe a great deal to your manager. After all, they’re the one who’s believed in you and have helped pave your way so far. Rightly so, you see one of the most important career goals for managers as helping to make your boss look […]
Continue readingHow can you tell if you have a career or if you simply have a job? The first time this question really stuck with me was when a famous comedian joked about it. American actor/comedian Kevin Hart said he feels sorry for the pot washers, the McDonald’s workers and the office runners because they do […]
Continue readingYour references can make or break if you get the job! Have you ever felt that you landed all the interviews, were asked for references and then…. No job offer. It may have come down to your references. Here are 6 pitfalls that may be getting in the way of your dream job. 1. Forgetting […]
Continue readingIf your bad days at work far outnumber the good ones, then chances are you’re probably one of the millions of people who hate their jobs. For most professionals however, coming to the recognition that they’re dissatisfied with their jobs doesn’t always come with the decision to do something about it! And that is understandable, […]
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