Can you relate? You’re right out of high school or college, you’ve got the whole world ahead of you, you’re daydreaming about your new career and feel like you have a myriad of career choices in front of you. It feels all lined up, everything is in place, there’s a plan. And then life happens and time passes, and you wake up one day and you find yourself saying “How did I get here?” and “I don’t know what career I want anymore.” Maybe life got so busy, you forgot to pay attention to what you needed, what your interests were, or what you were passionate about. Or maybe yet, you’ve only been out ..read more

Where do you want to be in 5 years? What’s your career plan? If you are like many people, these questions may make you cringe. For people that are lucky enough to be in a role that they enjoy, making a career plan may not always be top of mind. Why change things when they seem good? However, for people who are unhappy with their current situation, or considering a change in their career, they may think A LOT about what’s next. It can be difficult to imagine beyond the very next role, let alone a longer term plan. “It takes as much energy to wish as it does to plan.” Eleanor Roosevelt What ..read more

As a Leadership, Life and Career Coach, I’ve coached hundreds of leaders and individuals around the world. Regardless of who you are and what level of success you’ve achieved, I have found most of us struggle with Imposter Syndrome at some point in our lives. My experience has shown me that high achievers struggle with this phenomenon the most, often stating that they “feel like a fraud,” or that they somehow happened to get where they are in life by luck. Imposter Syndrome impacts our confidence and self-esteem. I have made it my mission to understand why capable people struggle with imposter ..read more

The old adage of “it’s all about who you know” was thrown out the window a while ago. Now, it’s all about “who you can GET to know,” which means you have control over opening up doors for yourself. Work trends right now are telling us people are yearning for connection and real human interaction. In fact, according to SHRM, “about 8 out of 10 employees (82 percent) say they have felt lonely at work.” As work-from-home continues to remain a trend, it is increasingly important to seek out ways to authentically build relationships with others. This isn’t just professional networking tips and tric ..read more

Creating a fulfilling career requires more than just a day-to-day approach. In this blog post, we’ll dive into the practical aspects of crafting a clear career plan. By envisioning where you want to be in five years and establishing long-term goals, career planning becomes a tool that directs your path to professional fulfillment. What is a career plan? A career plan is a strategic roadmap that guides your professional journey from aspirations to reality. Think of it as a practical approach to understanding yourself and the opportunities around you. Why do I need a career plan? As we delve in ..read more

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Becoming a leader reminds me of bringing your first baby home from the hospital. You can’t help but think, “Shouldn’t there have been more training for this? You’re trusting me with the well-being of this other human?” And even once you get your feet under you, leadership is not for the faint of heart. You are endlessly wedged between seemingly contradictory forces pushing you to drive performance while also supporting each individual’s unique needs. It can be confusing. It can be exhausting. And it can also be so meaningful and rewarding. If you’re lucky, you can think of that great boss you ..read more

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As you think about your personal and professional growth, you need to think about how to invest time and funding into your career development. There’s a misconception that professional development tools or resources require a hefty budget, and it can keep many people from taking advantage of the incredible benefits they offer. In this post, we’ll explore how you can support your own career goals, no matter your budget. Let’s talk about professional development funding Before we go too far into options and costs, we would be remiss if we didn’t let you in on a secret: most companies have budge ..read more