Career Advice
The Paralyzing Fear of Losing What You Have In Your Executive Career
The Paralyzing Fear of Losing What You Have In Your Executive Career I remember my last year at a job where I had worked 9-1/2 years. I was burnt out on my company. I was burnt out on the recruiting I was doing.
Read MoreTrees & Sewage: A Lesson In Career Planning and Resume Readiness
We have many old, beautiful trees throughout my town. My town is nicknamed “The Borough of Trees” on the welcome sign entering the town since we have so many massive, shade-bearing trees. The long, gnarled tree roots abound. These trees grow in such volume and density that they can puncture pipes and grow within…
Read MoreAre You Outdated, Overqualified or Experiencing Ageism in Your Job Search?
Everyday during our work with clients, my team and I hear the terms outdated, overqualified, and ageism used interchangeably. As if these terms mean the same thing. Well, they are not the same. One is a legitimate reason for not being hired, that you have 100% control over changing to get hired. One is…
Read MoreHow You Handle Career Setbacks Is What Makes You Unique
Experience is not what happens to you; it is what you do with what happens to you. – Aldous Huxley Everyone thinks they are unique. Here are three examples of calls I had this past week with prospects:
Read MoreHow to Protect Your Career & Handle an Executive Layoff with Success
However, small or large, no company is immune to the layoff phenomenon. And no job is immune from the downsizing phenomenon. Your career is in play. Always. Obviously, the impact of any corporate change is bigger than simply your job. Yet, at the end of the day, your job is all that matters…
Read MoreLame-O Excuse Makers Need Not Apply
Lame-O Excuse Makers Need Not Apply I’m pretty easy going. I’m accepting of all kinds of people and walks of life. I’m a “live and let live” kinda girl…
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