If your job search has stalled in today’s competitive, slow market, you’re not alone. Statistics show that 25% of job seekers have spent more than a full year searching for their next opportunity. Even more striking, 73% say they’re so desperate they would sacrifice major benefits just to land an
I work with a lot of companies on how to improve their hiring, onboarding, tenure, and exit processes, because how a company treats people throughout each process goes a long way, especially in the hiring process where first impressions are made. Companies who do this stand out to job candidates
Networking relationships remain very important to your career, and a resume is often necessary when making career pivots. But relying solely on these traditional job search methods will no longer cut it in the current job market. You must be able to provide verified skills data, especially if you’re planning
Career planning in 2026 looks very different than it did just a few years ago. Fewer people are actively looking for a new job. Not because they’re suddenly happy in their career, well-paid, or deeply fulfilled. It’s quite the opposite. Many professionals are staying put because the job market feels
If you’re mid-career and quietly wondering whether it’s too late to change careers, you’re not alone. In fact, many of the people who reach out to me are experienced professionals who’ve done everything “right” and still feel unfulfilled, underutilized, or stuck. Let me say this clearly right from the start:
paNASH has had a great 2025! On November 5th, paNASH celebrated 18 years in service. And once again, for the 9th year in a row, owner Lori Béen was ranked in the top ten of Nashville’s best career coaches, this year at #3. Also in 2025, Lori appeared on several
Job seekers are falling victim to more and more job scams. In fact, in a recent survey, 40% of US adults seeking employment in 2025 admitted to falling for a job scam, with half of those having their personal data or money stolen. These incidences, in addition to encounters with
It used to be, the average job search lasted three to nine months, even in a good job market. But just in the past year, the length has been increasing for several reasons. One, more companies are including additional rounds of interviews and cumbersome assessments in their hiring process, making
Getting rejected after spending time preparing for several rounds of job interviews stings. Especially in mid-career, when you’ve built experience, refined your skills, and maybe even thought a role was perfect for you. But here’s the truth: rejection isn’t a reflection of your worth. If handled correctly, it can be
Artificial intelligence (AI) has become the shiny new tool for everything—from writing emails to building resumes. It’s no surprise job seekers are turning to this latest technology to help them land their next opportunity. And while AI can be a helpful assistant in your job search, relying only on it
For the past few months, I’ve shared a series of blog posts for those struggling in their current job but can’t leave yet for a new one. Now, I want to share how you can quit your job professionally and correctly when the time is right, so you can safeguard
We all have off days. But when every day in your current job starts to feel like drudgery, it’s more than just a rough patch, it’s a red flag. You used to feel some spark for your work. Even if it wasn’t your dream job, it had a sense of
