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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.
More work, no raise? Strategies to come out ahead
In times of crisis or transition you may hear someone say, "Keeping your job is the new raise." While you may be grateful to be employed, it still doesn't feel good to work harder for the same or less money. Here are some strategies for coming out on top when this happens to you.
I hate my job and I can’t find the corkscrew!
Sometimes when we are stressed at work, we may resort to less than healthy coping mechanisms. It's important to recognize when you need to take productive action to change your situation and look for a new job or career to manage your health and stress.
3 Big Lies That Hold You Back
Blog post about three mental obstacles that can hold you back from the things you want out of your career and life. Getting beyond limiting beliefs and shifting into a mindset of possibility can help you achieve your goals.
Colette’s Career Story: My Time in the Old Boys’ Club
Colette's career story of surviving divorce, raising five kids, getting a second degree, working as a woman in male-dominated construction industry, facing gender discrimination and ultimately starting her own construction company.
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.
Career Curb-Appeal: Job Search Lessons from HGTV
Job search can be difficult and competitive. Your chances of landing a job more quickly can be increased greatly if you pay attention to your "career curb appeal." I share job search tips in this article.
Can a lowly tomato really make you productive?
The pomodoro is a time management technique that can help you be more productive in 25-minute sprints. It's great for shiny object people or those who are easily distracted to maintain focus and get things done.
3 Stubborn Career Myths That Block Your Success
There are myths that can keep you from enjoying the success that you work so hard for. This article helps to bust the myths and gets you on the right track to bolstering your confidence for career success.