I don’t have to tell you we’ve all been through a tough few years. Collectively. Like me, you’ve probably had some personal things going on individually too. But the shared experience of a global pandemic, political unrest, economic uncertainty, and more is clearly taking its toll on us. The zeitgeist is groaning about BURNOUT, and…
Job Satisfaction
Career Change in the Land of Possibility
I was working with a client recently who had 23 years of experience in the mortgage industry. She didn’t think she could do anything else because her resume said she was a professional lender. This client honestly couldn’t imagine any other possibilities. I had my work cut out for me, but I knew my methods…
Seeking Answers? Look in the Mirror.
Have you ever been stuck in a rut, wondering what you’re doing wrong or what you could do better? You look everywhere for answers — books, blogs, seminars, friends, therapists, coaches, turning over rocks, praying to god, chatting with complete strangers online. And you just can’t figure out how to get unstuck. You think to…
How to Make a Tough Career Decision
Figuring out where to go next on your career path is rarely an easy decision. It often keeps people up at night, tossing and turning, wondering what their next best move might be. When considering an opportunity, sometimes it’s a clear “hell no!” or “heck yeah!” But more often than not, folks find themselves grappling…
Career Lessons Learned from the Royal Family
We just witnessed the end of an era. After a lifetime of service to her country, the reign of Queen Elizabeth II came to an end — a sad day for so many worldwide. We also witnessed a new beginning, as the man we’ve always known as Prince Charles transitioned into his role as King…
Do You Want to Do More Meaningful Work?
If you’re anything like most people, you want the work you do to be meaningful. Because, hey, if you’re going to spend a good chunk of your day doing something, it may as well be a thing that feels worthwhile. Yes, the purpose of your job is to pay the bills. But most of us…