These are strange times. Even if you feel secure in your job, it could go away. For no logical reason, and no fault of your own. I know. My husband lost his job 3 weeks and 4 days ago. He was well respected. He was “one of” in his organization, doing what he thought was […]
My clients who are in career transition often find that life naturally fills up with personal activities. Whether it’s coaching a soccer team, serving on the church board, or building a new deck, these activities can present a giant distraction from the WORK of job seeking. But, how do you say “NO?” After all, you […]
Every morning, my husband and I start the day with our favorite protein shake. It’s a perfect 150-calorie breakfast that lasts until lunch time. On Tuesdays and Thursdays, I pack the shake with 2 scoops of protein powder, to help my husband power through 2 hours of racquetball that afternoon. He is planning to expend […]
I used to belong to a church whose pastor had the same sermon at the first of each year: “You CAN Begin Again.” I never tired of hearing the message. It’s the ultimate motivation: Everything is renewed again and again. Any mistakes and shortcomings you have had can be overcome. You are in a constant […]
I have a new respect for the expression “he’s a pain in the neck.” Since an auto accident 10 months ago, I have suffered continually with neck pain. Believe me, it’s hard to forget a pain so close to your brain! After trying everything else, I had surgery to fuse C4-5 and C5-6 cervical vertebrae. […]
My husband and I just downsized from a 4-bedroom, 1-guest house, 3400-square-foot, 2-acre property to a single-story, 3-bedroom house, with a standard size lawn. AHHH! The changes are remarkable: Easier to live on one-story, lower maintenance, lower utility bills. Getting there is the problem. The packing, move and unpacking are a tremendous effort, both intellectually […]
“Offer me something I’m passionate about and I’ll show up with all my energy, effort and care.” Seth Godin says that’s a great way to hide. It’s also a great way to waste time during your job search and prevent yourself from experiencing the realopportunities waiting for you in the job market. There is no ONE passion that is […]
How do you revitalize a Job Search that feels tired, old and full of frustration? Hey, it happens – for some after 3 weeks, for some after 6 months. Of course you feel anxious, afraid and alone. We’re talking about your livelihood, and in most cases, your very identity. Let’s unpack the sources of your […]
There’s a huge uptick in hiring – my clients are getting more interviews, and more intense interviews than ever before. Yes, the basic questions are still asked, but in addition job applicants have to prove their capabilities with stories of real-life work successes. That means preparation. And, the magic is practicing your conversation with a […]
I used to belong to a church whose pastor had the same sermon at the first of each year: “You CAN Begin Again”. I never tired of hearing the message. It’s the ultimate motivation: Everything is renewed again and again. Any mistakes and shortcomings you have had can be overcome. You are in a constant […]