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Schedule a ConsultationWhile networking is a great way to find a job, you might end up with a career that “just happens” if you aren’t careful.
The Scooby-Doo career
Remember the old hallway gag from Scooby Doo? You know, where the gang is running from the ghost (or zombie, monster, real...
What is a lazy girl job? While the term does apply to men, women, and nonbinary people equally, the #lazygirljob addresses the nature of the job itself. Essentially, it’s a relatively easy white-collar job that pays well, often in the remote category. Coined by TikTok influencer Gabrielle...
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Chances are, you probably have heard the term "personal branding"...
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I admit it. Over the few days leading up to the...
Have you heard of career cushioning yet? If not, get ready for the next career trend of 2023.
A carry-over term from the dating world, cushioning is the process of thinking about or actively testing the waters for a new relationship when the current one looks like it might be in danger of...
Chances are, you have heard the warning signs: Economic experts are predicting a Recession very soon, especially in light of current inflation.
How will this impact your career? And what can you do about it?
1. Watch Your Industry
Depending on your industry, the impact on your...
When is a promotion a bad thing?
When it doesn’t carry any weight with it.
Unfortunately, I hear this exact situation all the time. Someone strives throughout their career to gain a meaningful management position, only to discover that when they finally land the role, it is in...
Beyond the obvious of not shouting “I quit!” in the boss’s face, there are several things to do to leave a job on good terms:
- Make sure everyone knows where your projects stand.
- Leave detailed instructions on how to perform your essential tasks, especially if there are not many...
The corona virus has changed the way that employers are hiring. Maybe for good.
In the days of social distancing to slow down the spread of COVID-19, many employers have switched to online or virtual interviews, especially for early-round interviews. As such, job seekers need to...
Scammers are preying on desperate job seekers. Are you conducting a safe job search?
- Protect Your Information
One of the common tricks is to direct job seekers to an online application. While many legitimate companies use online applications, or Applicant...
Does your career fit neatly into one category, or do you suffer from terminal uniqueness? As a career coach, I am often asked if we have experience with certain industries or roles. Fortunately, with over 15 years of experience in this field, I have literally seen and done it all. Nevertheless,...
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