The holiday season is upon us, which brings with it a mixed bag of feelings for many folks. There’s a lot of talk about gratitude this week, which is important, of course… But let’s face it, sometimes we’re not exactly in a grateful mood — especially when gathered around the table with people who push…
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How to Create Your Own Luck
Do you ever find yourself thinking, “she’s so lucky”? Maybe you’re scrolling through your socials and see the woman who has it all — a successful career, a beautiful home, a seemingly perfect family, and a timeline full of vacation photos. Or maybe you find yourself scoffing, “she’s just lucky.’ You stumbled across your competition…
Human Beings in the Time of War
I’m covering a touchy subject today – and I’m coming to you as a Jewish person. Yes, I’m going there: war. Specifically, the Israeli and Hamas situation. I’m not a religious person, but I was raised Jewish and identify as Jewish culturally. I believe Israel has a right to exist. That doesn’t mean I agree…
Business Lessons My Latest Hobby Taught Me
Earlier this year, I discovered a new hobby: Furniture Flipping. In case you’ve missed this trend all over social media, it’s when people take tired old vintage, antique, or boring mass-produced furniture and freshen it up with paint, refinishing, and other creative ways to give it some oomph. When I was clearing out some of…
Now What Q & A: No Career Passion… Now What?
Today’s question comes from a community member who e-mailed an inquiry for a recent Community Call. It’s answered by Laura Berman Fortgang. Question: My background is in Psychology, but I’ve never used my degree. I have done work in other fields that I don’t enjoy, and I want out. I want to find work that…
Now What? Q &A – The Golden Thread in your Life Story
Today’s question came from a caller from Philadelphia during a recent Community Call and is answered by: Laura Berman Fortgang. Question: I’ve been working in the HR field since graduating college and have been at my current company for eleven years. Recently a boss whom I considered a toxic influence has moved on and…