I stretched myself today. I gave a speech. I spoke out loud. I stood in front of people. I got evaluated. I had to document and support my points. I […]
Golden Handcuffs
You hate your job. You’re afraid to leave. You say it’s the money, you know it’s the security. The familiar unsatisfying, sometimes toxic environment. Not your life purpose. Soul-less and […]
All eyes are on YOU!
Getting visible. Up close and personal. That’s the best way to get hired. Networking. Events. Informational interviews. Coffee dates. It feels like all eyes are on you. Which is why […]
The three best ways to brag in an interview
When you’re interviewing, YOU have to be visible. It’s up to you to speak on your own behalf, to take credit for your skills and talents and accomplishments. As they say, […]
The road to freedom: how to quit your job skillfully
When done well, quitting a job is a smart step in your career development process. There is no shame in quitting a job. Not if you do it well. Many smart […]
Career Exorcism – Clean house!
It’s springtime. Time to clean house and let go of old ghosts. Ghosts that darken your spirits and cast gloom and doom over your sense of self-worth and your career […]
My Commitment to You
I want you to succeed. Yes, I am a career coach and I want you to do your good work in the world. I want you to be excited by […]
What’s good for your posture is good for your pitch
Pitching yourself or your services is a physical act. So, how about making a warm-up of talking to someone else part of your preparation?! … candidates who are confident and enthusiastic […]
Ten Reasons you MUST practice in front of someone before a job interview
A job interview is not a dress rehearsal. Here are ten reasons that you MUST practice in front of someone else first. To get out of your head. To find […]
If you’re afraid to brag, read this!
Every step of a job search calls for bragging. Let me repeat that: every major piece of a job search – from cover letters and resumes to Linkedin profiles, interviews […]