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Is Career Nostalgia Holding You Back?
Sometimes if you've liked a job, things may change around you gradually and you may subconsciously wait for the good times to come back. This is career nostalgia and it can stand in the way of your career advancement.
Is your workplace toxic? What to do before you leave
Toxic workplaces are common. If it feels like you're ready to have a breakdown or if you're considering leaving, here are a few things you should consider to preserve your sanity and your career.
Seeking the Holy Grail: Achieving Satisfaction, Balance and Grace at Work
A few years ago I decided to leave my job to do something different. I felt a higher calling. Today through executive and career coaching I help other people find happiness and success in their jobs.
What great opportunities are you overlooking?
Sometimes we miss great opportunities because it shows up looking differently than what we'd imagined. It can be helpful to step back and see the whole picture sometimes so you understand you goals in the larger context.
Overcoming the Superhero syndrome at work
Don't let "superhero syndrome" stand in the way of your career progression. Start valuing yourself and stop over-performing, learn to say no and set boundaries. Move ahead with less stress.
Acceptance in the Time of COVID
Blog post about the decisions and trade-offs that we need to make during the COVID pandemic. It can difficult to deal with the isolation but when put in context it is worth accepting the social distancing.
We Are Our Stories: Andrew’s Career Story
Blog post and chapter from the best-selling career book Winning the Game of Work featuring Andrew Linderman, founder of The Story Source on the importance of storytelling.
Summoning the Courage to Make a Career Pivot
There is no change without risk. When you are considering a job change or career pivot, it can be scary. After all, there's risk involved in leaving a job that you're familiar with. There's also risk in staying. Here are lessons I learned when I left my job.
Should I stay or should I go: Career advice from The Clash
In your career it can be hard to decide sometimes whether to wait out times of disruption or leave to find greener pastures. The Clash song "Should I stay or should I go?" illustrates this quandary very well. Here are some tips on how to deal with the situation.