As a career coach, I’m always responding to career-related questions. I recently received a question on Quora asking, “What are a few unique pieces of career advice that nobody ever mentions?” This is a good one because there are a lot of possible answers to it, but I chose two
I’m an avid reader, but I’m also very selective in the books I recommend to others, especially to my clients. I only recommend books that provide something tangible. Like advice that can yield actual results when appropriately applied. Below I’m sharing with you my list of must-reads I’ve shared with
I’ve viewed this YouTube video numerous times! I find it both fascinating and funny. It’s fascinating because of just how much the human body can be pushed beyond what we originally thought was its limits. And it’s funny to see how much what was once considered excellent has now become
This post is taken from my answer on Quora to the question “What are the small things you can do to have a good life?” One: Know What Energizes You and What Drains You Pay attention to the daily things that energize you and the daily things that drain you.
When I decided to focus my career coaching skills on helping people pursue their passions, it was with the belief that passion yields purpose. The passions divinely instilled in each of us give us the ability to carry out our unique purpose on this earth, despite the challenges that come
A Common Question This is a common job search question and one I recently answered on Quora. I have several clients who think if they don’t check off all the boxes of requirements on a job ad, they can’t apply for the job. But let me tell you a little
Many of my clients come to me facing the daunting task of conducting a job search for the first time in nearly 20 years. A lot has changed in 20 years. But most of the job search advice floating around is outdated, especially interview advice. In fact, while recently helping
In a few days we’ll begin the last half of 2017. Can you believe we’re already halfway through the year?! For me, 2017 has already been filled with ups and downs, as I’m sure it has also been for you. The mid-point of the year is always a good time
“Tell me about a time when…” UGH! Behavioral interview questions. No job seeker enjoys answering these questions. Myself included. They’re just as dreaded as the “What’s your greatest weakness?” question. I can remember back in grad school doing my first mock interview with the career center on campus. It was
Most people, especially introverts, find networking to be very awkward. Here are 7 tips to make networking a little easier and more comfortable. #1. Start with who you know Start with the people you already know and feel comfortable with. Invite them to go with you to events and ask
At the start of 2017, I challenged my readers to begin a passion project. I encouraged them to take the ideas they’ve had burning inside them for some time now, and start implementing them. The new year was a good time to add their passion project to their goals for
Does your current resume get you as many interviews as you’d like? Or does it just seem to end up in a black hole in cyber space? I have a lot of clients updating their resumes right now. Their reasons for doing so vary. Some are leaving their current company
