by Ginny Kravitz, Deputy Editor Bird in the Hand After a 22-year career with the company, Rose became part of a downsizing. Though her severance package was fairly generous, she was very anxious about finding a job, as she was a single mother with the pressures of a high mortgage in California. After two months, Rose…
Inspiration to Follow Your Blueprint
Becoming a Franchisee
Here are three people who opted to buy franchises in order to do something entrepreneurial but with the support of a proven model. Also of note is that there are services that match clients with franchises. While it’s not for everyone, it could be an interesting formula to consider. “Having your own biz, but not…
Leap of Faith
Jeanne Cole’s visit to a monastery was to help her rest and recover from the profound grief of losing her young son. What she found there was not only the grace to heal but also the inspiration for a new business. Here she describes her huge leap of faith out of a dream job in…
Right Under His Feet
After Wall Street laid him off, Richard Kadlub decided to create a business based on his love for his home town. A Tour Grows in Brooklyn turned out to be the career transition that was right under his nose… or shall we say, right under his feet! “Give up? Fuhgeddaboudit! Laid-off Wall St. worker turns…
Staying Motivated: Tips You Can Use
Here is an article that first ran in January, with some great ideas for staying motivated. They’re just as good in June, a perfect time to check in with your intentions for the year. Keep moving toward your goal! “9 Secrets of Motivated People.”
Job Hunting Resources and Advice from Veteran Career Guide, Dick Bolles
You are most likely familiar with the classic career handbook, What Color Is Your Parachute?, written by author, Dick Bolles. Updated every year, its insights and exercises are as relevant as ever. The companion website, JobHuntersBible.com, is full of excellent resources for conducting research, creating resumes and cover letters, and effectively using the Internet. We…