As a writer, career coach and an adjunct professor at Indiana University teaching two career success preparation courses, I get asked several excellent career-related questions all the time. You may have some of the very same questions as the ones I get from clients, students and readers, so I'll start sharing them regularly on my... Continue Reading →
Back in January I surveyed 250 professionals. The focus was — no surprise coming from me — the scope of their 2017 career plans. The 72 percent interested in pursuing a new professional direction in 2017 were given several choices to complete this sentence: “I’d like to make a career change, but …” The number... Continue Reading →
When new acquaintances learn I am a career coach, very often they launch right in to their worst work experience. Or how stupid their boss is. Or how irritating their chatty coworker is. Or how they live for weekends. Or how they really wish they had the guts to make a change. It's a similar... Continue Reading →
Let’s face it. Work can be stressful, and a job search or career transformation can be nerve-racking to the extreme. Thoughts and self-doubts tumble around our brain, impacting our focus, confidence and clarity. Should I risk the comfort of my current job for the unknown? Am I qualified for the job I really want? How... Continue Reading →
When people hear I am a career coach who helps college students and professionals identify, prepare for and thrive in successful careers, invariably I’ll hear, “Oh, I would love to have a career I love. Can you help me with my resume?” Now, yes, of course I can! I am obsessed with creating resumes that... Continue Reading →
The window's cracked open just enough to invite a gentle breeze and a sliver of sunlight into your softly dim bedroom. As you ever so slightly stir in your sleep and snuggle even more contentedly into your silky sheets, your dog rearranges herself in the crook of your knee. You are one with your eiderdown... Continue Reading →
Ed's been a city planner for 12 and a half years. He's weathered the whims and demands of 14 different city council members, 23 different plan commission members and two mayors. He loves the team he leads and the idea of shaping the look and feel of the place he's called home for 20 years.... Continue Reading →
We know that loving our work makes us happier, which of course is a significant personal benefit. There's a less obvious side effect that's of extra importance right now, too. When we love what we do and are happier, studies show we also are kinder and more generous. In turn, compassion and giving boost our... Continue Reading →
I may love Monday now, but I didn't always burst out of bed with enthusiasm to get my workweek started. In fact, there was a time when I'd be settling in for some fun or relaxation on the weekend and the thought of Monday stopped me cold. Dread draped over me. My muscles tensed up.... Continue Reading →
