Brain Foods to Eat (And Avoid) Before An Interview
"To keep the body in good health is a duty, otherwise we shall not be able to keep our mind strong and clear." ― Buddha Just this week, I coached a client on landing his dream job. To get there…
Tips to Love Your Career This Valentine’s Day (Or Anytime)
Recently I was asked to weigh in on an article about what to do after a break-up. It got me thinking that showing your career some love is a great idea any time. If you're not in love with your…
Unique Holiday Gift Ideas for Job Seekers, Career Changers and More
Recently I heard from a client that working with me was the "best money she ever spent." Take care of your loved ones this holiday season with career-inspired gift ideas that truly are an investment in their future. Gifts for…
How To Ace Your Phone Interview
I recently spoke with a job seeker who was having trouble getting beyond initial phone interviews and thought it would be helpful to share strategies. Read more below... Phone interviews may be difficult from the point of view of the…
Career How To: Insights from a successful career changer
One of the best ways to succeed at something new is to learn from someone who's already done it. I'm excited to share the career change success story of a young woman who moved into a new field within her…
A Story of Successful Career Change
If you want to make a successful career change, learn from successful career changers. That why I'm excited to feature the story of my client Jeff. When I first met Maggie three years ago I was stuck in my professional…
Your Genius is Always Transferable
Jobs, industries, companies, economies are subject to change but there's one thing that doesn't change and it's the fact that you are a genius. Yes a genius and you've been using that genius your whole life. In fact, it's what…
3 Tips To Start Working Smarter Now
Are you working smarter or harder? I asked this question recently on Facebook and several people responded with specific ways they're eliminating or automating tasks, making checklists for routine activities so they don't miss anything, and letting go of being…
Is the world getting a second-rate version of you?
“Always be a first rate version of yourself and not a second rate version of someone else.” - Judy Garland You are a genius. How often do you say that yourself? Well, I'm here to tell you that every single…
Why It Pays to Make the Career Change You Seek
With the Easter holiday, I decided to take some time off and explore Oxford, London and Amsterdam. (You can follow the highlights of my travels on Facebook and Twitter.) On the plane ride across the pond, I picked up a…