If you’re in a career search, then you are taking aim. You are poised with a bow and arrow looking out at your target. Ready, steady, aim and fire! When […]
Career transitions that work
How did three 50+ year old women make successful career transitions to jobs THEY LOVE? Courage, conviction and creativity … paying attention to their values and organizations that align […]
Interviews ARE getting harder!
If you’re up for a professional job, you have to show that you can think and anticipate. Think about what it takes to be successful and integrate into the culture, […]
Job Interview Secret: Believing people like you!
People hire people they like, right? Truth be told, I believe that most people I meet will like me. And, yes, I’ve had lots of great job interviews and great […]
Best Coaching Advice of 2016
Yes, “be a big dog” makes the top ten list! Is it time for a shift or re-set? As a coach, I look for are patterns and ways to help […]
Your perfect elevator pitch
With everyone working on branding, you likely have plenty of material for a great elevator pitch. Here are my top twelve “do’s” for a successful elevator pitch, based on years […]
Do you hate branding?
I hate branding. I am not a cow, I do not want a label or a universal price code emblazoned on my body. No one is going to remember me […]
Have you missed the mark?
Thoughts about rigorous honesty and reaching your goals Every fall, I get honest with myself about patterns and behaviors that are in my way. I put pen to paper (the old […]
It’s time for you to go!
Make the decision before the decision is made for you. As a career coach, I can tell you that people who stay in unfulfilling jobs often get a rude awakening […]
May Day! What do you want to demand in the workplace?
A good coach gives her clients assignments. In honor of May Day, I’ve got one for you. Sit down and write a letter to your boss with your demands. I’m […]