Well, 2020 was a bust. Maybe you had some good things happen. (I hope you did!) My guess is that at least one good thing happened to you, and most likely more. But still, it’d be nice to shake off 2020 and create a new start in 2021. So how do we move forward into […]
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Did You Know You Can Prepare for Change?
Changing Careers ConfidenceThe steps for preparing for change—both big change and small change—look remarkably alike. Whether you’re considering New Year’s resolutions, anticipating a sudden dip in employment, or preparing to make a big life change, you can take a few actions to prepare yourself. First, why prepare for change? Change means that something will be different than […]
So You Lost Your Job, Part 3: Where to Go Next
Career Tip Changing Careers Leaving Your JobIn the last two articles, I talked about a few things you should do right after you’re let go, and I shared some tips on how to cope with job loss. And now you have a choice on what to do next. Do you immediately hunt for a new job in your current field? Or […]
The 3 Things to Mention When Asked “Why This Job?”
Changing Careers Interviews Job HuntingThis is easily one of the most important questions you’ll be asked in an interview. An interviewer can read a lot about you and your skills and passion in your answer. They’re already interested in you if you’ve made it this far; now they want to know more about who you are and what you […]
Career Myths #7: How Good Is Having a Backup Plan?
Career Tip Leaving Your JobUnfounded and untrue myths about job searching and careers are a major source of stress for my clients, and it pains me when I see them needlessly struggle. I’ve been spending the last couple of months here trying my best to dispel the lies we’ve been told. I’ve tackled the actual risk of changing careers, […]
How to Jump-Start Your Career Change with Three Emails
Changing Careers NetworkingYou can only contemplate a career change for so long. There comes a point when you must take action, even when you’re feeling uncertain or unclear about your direction. Stop beating yourself up that you’ve let yet another year pass by without making a move. Like they say, there’s no time like the present! If […]