Today’s post includes perspective from people of various ages and backgrounds, as they reflect on their career transitions. Despite some sacrifices and unknowns, most say they will not regret trying something new. Imagine yourself at some point in the future, having taken a chance with a new direction. What is it that you can picture…
Inspiration to Follow Your Blueprint
Don’t Be Afraid of Long Term Goals
Here is a short interview with Darcy Camden, as she reflects on her path to becoming a professional wardrobe stylist. Citing “learning to listen” as one of her biggest lessons, she advises those who want to build a lasting career to focus on long-term goals. While it’s human nature to want to snap your fingers…
Ideas for Identifying Your Passion
Finding your passion can feel like an overwhelming goal but it often starts by simply engaging in food-for-thought activities such as these. “Do What You Love! How to Identify and Pursue Your Passions.”
Five Women, Five Wake-Up Calls, Five Dreams Pursued
An attorney who tapped her childhood roots to incorporate more creativity. A reporter who learned how to say “no thank you” and returned to school for a degree in social work. A publicist who decided it was time to start taking risks in her life. A food editor who was drawn to the field of…
How Good Are You At Asking For Help?
By Ginny Kravitz, Deputy Editor 72 Thank-You Notes After months of networking and doing all the right things that a professional does when laid off from a 30-year career, Genevieve hit a low point. During two painfully quiet weeks waiting for the phone to ring, all she felt was discouraged. Then it happened. In a…
Have You Found The Entry Point?
by Ginny Kravitz, Deputy Editor Clarity Takes You There “If this isn’t it, I trust it will lead there.” I smile when I hear someone I’m coaching say those words. Brenda is at the point of trusting the clarity she has received enough to move forward. This is especially significant as she’s been at the same…