If you wake up one day wondering what you want to do for a living, you’re not alone. As a career coach, I meet people every day that are what […]
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 […]
The most dreaded interview questions: tips to win them over without lying
Which interview questions do you dread the most: why did you leave your last job? Tell me about yourself (e.g., is there a logical thread in your work history?). What […]
Tired of looking at job listings? Rx for when you’re stuck
Here’s what doesn’t work when you’re in transition: spending time thinking and thinking and listening to yourself too much. Face it. You can become your own worst enemy if left […]
Poetry for the Pitch
Crafting a good pitch can be a bitch. It can also be a creative act. By approaching it as poetry you could find your voice, gather material that’s unique and […]
Stand your ground!
What would it mean to stand your ground? Would it help you set healthy boundaries? feel respected? know what’s important to you? If you’re someone who gets knocked off balance […]
The practice of presenting
Effective communication is 20% what you know and 80% how you feel about what you know. Reflect on what happens when you are speaking and there is something at stake, […]