It’s the start of a new year. I want to put the focus on self-promotion because that’s truly what a job search is all about. Whether it’s interviewing or networking, sending in a […]
Healthy Narcissism: are you practicing it?
What’s the first step in a job search? Knowing that you have value. Knowing what you offer. Healthy Narcissism. Yes, the starting place is YOU. You, puffed up and proud. […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
Writing for Work
Here’s the truth. Writing for work is Marketing and Self-promotion. For an audience. For an outcome. Stop making it hard on yourself by worrying over being sales-y, getting it just right or […]
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 […]
How to look before you leap!
Recruiters know a lot of about looking and leaping to new jobs, and doing so successfully. In honor of Leap Day, here’s sage advice from fabulous nonprofit recruiter Leyna Bernstein […]
Career search wisdom
Welcome! The starting place of this blog—and of your career search—is abundance—the recognition that each of us has a unique mix of skills, experience and interests that makes a difference […]