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Back in the day, people would work for the same company for decades. Those days are now long gone and, as we emerge from COVID, it has become common for people to rethink their future and search for something more from their career. If this sounds like you, then you are likely looking to either switch jobs, careers or change …
Layoff, RIF, merger, acquisition, downsizing – these are the first words that come to mind when we hear the words outplacement. Unfortunately, in today’s fast paced world and ever-changing business environment, many companies find themselves in these situations. Your company may find itself facing massive operation costs, so you have no choice but to terminate employees. Some senior level executives …
Do you struggle to stay in one job for a prolonged period of time? Is your resume dominated with short-term stints? Do you worry that you’ll never find a job that pays a decent wage? You are not alone. Job hopping is on the rise. Survey revealed that roughly a quarter of the American workforce have already had five or …
When it’s taking some time to find that new job, it can wreak havoc on your self-worth and self-esteem. The process can be corrosive. The longer you remain in your search, the more anxious, and less confident you can get, making it even harder to land that new job. Confidence is essential and on your own, difficult to maintain with …
We all encounter some obstacles and challenges along the road to building a career. Perhaps you’re feeling drained both physically and mentally with your day-to-day routine. Or maybe your work doesn’t feel meaningful anymore. When you find yourself facing difficult job-related challenges, hiring a career coach can be hugely beneficial. Professional career coaches are trained and skilled in assisting any …
What Does an Executive Coach Do? An executive coach works with their clients to inspire and encourage their personal and professional growth with an eye on improving their executive potential. Executive coaches often guide their clients into new career opportunities based on their growth and developed potential. The Benefits of Executive Coaching Various organizations appoint executive coaches for employees who …
I personally never thought anyone would actually say, “sell me this pen” in a sales interview. I was wrong. It will happen to you too. And to avoid panic, you should know exactly what to say back. I am going to give you the right sales framework to respond perfectly every time. On a quick side note, did you know …
Some careers seem to maintain a powerful allure Many people fantasizing about leaving their jobs for careers that seem to offer deep meaning, like teaching or non-profit work, or apparent autonomy, like entrepreneurship. Others are attracted by high-status, high-pay occupations such as law and consulting. Still others want to work in broadcasting or publishing, for example, which maintain a glamorous …
Wasted Talent. Sadly, I see it every day. When I hear about how troubling the workplace has become, and specifically the toxic cultures and environments some people work in, I get knots in my stomach. As a resume writer and career counselor, I often find myself serving as a trusted confidante and advisor. Many times that translates to hearing the dirty …
There are two kinds of job searches, proactive and reactive. Most people use reactive job search strategies, which means they look for job openings and then apply to ones that interest them. So, when you send your resume to recruiters and respond to job board postings, you are really at the mercy of what comes up. In a proactive job search, you pick the …
Everyone aspires to have purpose or meaning in their career but how do you actually do that? What practical steps can you take today or this month to make sure you’re not just toiling away at your desk but you’re doing something you genuinely care about? What the Experts Say Unfortunately, most of us don’t know how to make the …
These questions from a career coach can help. Need to find a new job in the new year, or reignite your passion for the one you have? Here we are at the end of 2014. The transition from one year to the next is a great time to reflect on your career to date and what you need to focus …
Ah, the great American dream! Quit your day job, roll up your sleeves and build a multi-million dollar business. Who wouldn’t want that, right? Below, sharks from the ABC hit show, “Shark Tank,” contestants who’ve been there, done that (and lived to tell) as well as a prime-time TV host share their career advice. It turns out their lessons about personal branding ring …
It’s performance review season, and you know the drill. Drag each of your direct reports into a conference room for a one-on-one, hand them an official-looking document, and then start in with the same, tired conversation. Say some positive things about what the employee is good at, then some unpleasant things about what he’s not good at, and end — …
Can you see me? Can you hear me? Does anything I say mean anything to you? Again and again, I hear from professionals who are not being seen, not being heard and, moreover, not being challenged on the job. On top of dealing with feeling invisible, there are large numbers of professionals that lack true validation from their supervisor and/or …
