Are you a Baby Boomer looking for a job and just…overwhelmed…by it all? Take heart, my friend; networking can help you get to where you want to be. The job market is not as grim as you might think, regardless of your age. In fact, the employment … [Read more...] about The most important job search tool for Baby Boomers
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The key element your resumé is probably missing
Of all the resumés and LinkedIn profiles I review as a career coach, one thing is glaringly obvious by its absence -- results. Honestly, no one (except your immediate supervisor) really cares about your job duties. What they do care about – and … [Read more...] about The key element your resumé is probably missing
How to get the job you love
If you're looking for a job and have not had much success on your own, it may be time to look into career coaching. What is career coaching? Career coaching is similar to – but different from – career counseling and even career development. Career … [Read more...] about How to get the job you love
What do I get for my money with coaching?
A man I'd sent a coaching proposal wanted to know: "What do I get for my money?" Excellent question! Here’s what I told him. Coaching generally takes place on the phone once a week in increments of 30 minutes, 45 minutes or 55 minutes, three … [Read more...] about What do I get for my money with coaching?
How to uncover your secret talents
Do any of us really know how talented we are? One thing I’ve learned over the years is that we women consistently underestimate our skills and abilities. Take the tech geek who has a unique talent for speaking in plain English in a way that even our … [Read more...] about How to uncover your secret talents
Learn to say ‘no’ to improve career, business
When do you say “yes” – and when do you say “no”? There is a time and place for each. Here are some times to say “yes:” When you get scared (insert a “what the hell – why not?” attitude here) When it’s an investment in your business or … [Read more...] about Learn to say ‘no’ to improve career, business