by Now What?® Coaching Founder, Laura Berman Fortgang Surrendering to a process is hard for a lot of people. “What’s the outcome? What can I count on? Am I going to get what I want?” These are the worries that derail process. They disrupt the flow and bring things to an abrupt stop like hitting…
Change
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…
Cooking Up a Change: Lessons from a Lawyer Turned Chef
by Ginny Kravitz, Deputy Editor Pre-Cooking As a kid, Andy Broder spent his Saturday mornings watching Julia Child on TV, but a career in cooking wasn’t even on the radar. It’s hard to imagine now but this was before celebrity chefs and Food Network. Viewing cooking as a hobby, Andy chose the field of law for…
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…
Starting Over Again
Entrepreneurship is sometimes a planned change and other times borne of necessity. This article presents five people who find themselves embarking on new endeavors and joining the nation’s fastest group of entrepreneurs: those age 55 and above. “Starting Over at 55.”
Make Room For Change
Here Amy Bloom describes the natural ambivalence that is common when it comes to change and how we can “make room at the table” for it. “What If You’re Scared of Change?” by: Amy Bloom