Today’s question is an excerpt from Ginny’s interview with lawyer-turned-chef, Andy Broder, highlighted in yesterday’s article. GINNY: Once you decided to build your own studio, was there any point where you had doubts or fears arise? And if so, how did you deal with them? ANDY: Well, I think there are always doubts. I don’t…
Now What? Q & A
Now What? Q &A: Laid off, where to go from here?
Today’s question comes from a member of our community in New Jersey who participated in a recent Community Call, and is answered by:Laura Berman Fortgang. Question: Hi, Laura. Like you, I’m an alumna of Montclair State University. I was the first one in my family to go to college and after I graduated, I realized I had no…
Now What? Q &A: Resume when changing fields
Intro: Today’s question came from a caller from Alabama during a recent Community Call and is answered by: Laura Berman Fortgang. Question: For a person who is totally changing fields and going to school for the new field, how do you recommend changing your resume so you can begin working in your new career even…
Now What? Q &A: Transition, how long?
Today’s question is one we’re often asked and is answered by: Ginny Kravitz, Deputy Editor. Question: How long does it usually take for someone to transition to a new career? Answer: Once you have identified the new direction in which you’d like to take your career, the transition may take anywhere from six months to…
Now What? Q &A: What if I don’t have a purpose?
Today’s question was submitted by a website designer in Randolph, New Jersey and answered by: Ginny Kravitz, Deputy Editor. Question: What if I don’t have a “thing”? What happens if I’m not able to identify my purpose? Answer: The desire to find “your thing” and fulfill your purpose in life can start off well-intended but…
Now What? Q &A: Crazy for wanting more?
Today’s question comes from a Marketing Director in Atlanta, Georgia and is answered by: Ginny Kravitz, Deputy Editor. Question: Am I crazy for wanting more? Shouldn’t I just be grateful for having a job? Answer: No, you’re not crazy. Sometimes no sooner do you follow that inner prodding to dream than you are affronted with…