No role models. No expectation to even go to college. A dream beaten out of him. And yet, this dream did not entirely disappear, and now this man is able to say, “Finally, I am free of this, and I can go after something I’ve always wanted.” Car mechanic shifts gears, becomes a doctor at…
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Trust Your Gut!
When making key decisions (like what job is the “right” one for you), it’s great to know that one of our strongest guides lives within us – our intuition. Rather than taking a bunch of assessments or seeking outside counsel, when we learn to tune in and trust the guidance that comes from our gut…
Fumbling at Forty?
It happens . . . things go along well for a couple of decades, and suddenly you find life has happened in unexpected ways, and you’re not sure how to enter a new career path. Be gentle with yourself as you begin moving forward. Here are some things to consider to support you along the…
Might it be Time for a Change?
Sometimes we have an inkling that it’s time to look for a new career, but we don’t quite trust it. Here are some clues that it might be time to pay attention and take some steps toward exploring “now what?” 5 Reasons to Consider Changing Careers
Trapped With No Way Out
When all you can see is what’s right in front of you, it’s very hard to be creative. You may be painfully aware that you can’t stand what you are doing for work right now and still be utterly unable to see any other options. It’s a phenomenon that I see over and over again…
Relationships Matter!
Sure, technical skills matter, but no matter what field you’re in, how you relate with people and the diversity of life experiences you bring into your circle matters. “…building relationships is important because you just never know where the next opportunity is going to come from.” One Engineer Explains How Relationships Can Have a Big…