In the challenging world of job searching, we've all experienced those moments of doubt and uncertainty. You know the feeling - sending out countless resumes, attending networking events, and wondering if you're making any progress at all. But here's the good news: you're not alone in this journey, and there's a powerful tool at your fingertips that can make a world of difference - LinkedIn. As you navigate this exciting path towards your next career opportunity, let's explore how to harness the potential of LinkedIn to strengthen your personal brand and create valuable connections. Leveraging ..read more

In your career, you’ve heard all sorts of ~buzz words~ ROI  Deep dive  KPI Circle back  Bottom line  Leverage  And, Growth Mindset.  But, what exactly is a growth mindset?  Let’s start at the beginning. Dr. Carol Dweck, a professor of psychology whose research specializes in motivation, found two mindsets: the fixed mindset and the growth mindset. People with fixed mindsets believe that their talents, abilities, and qualities are carved in stone, whereas people with growth mindsets believe that their basic qualities such as talents and intelligence can be ..read more

So, you’re on the job hunt, pouring over job post after job post. And there it is - you found what seems like the *perfect* job…or so you think. But, could it be too good to be true? If it seems fishy, there may be cautionary signs in the posting that could confirm your suspicion.  Here are the job listing red flags to watch out for:  When the job listing says, “We’re like family here” but doesn’t list PTO. Job Listing Red Flags to Watch For The job was posted months ago or is constantly reposted. This may be fine as a company may have many jobs or positions to fill, especially i ..read more

How many times have you heard about the importance of networking? For us - it’s countless. And we totally get it - it’s important to build up your network of colleagues, friends, referrals, and more. But, let’s not sugar coat it - traditional networking sucks.  At least once, you’ve likely attended a networking event where you didn’t know anybody, right? There were likely name tags involved, probably a weird icebreaker activity, and you may have been awkwardly standing by a wall trying to blend in while simultaneously hoping someone would pull the fire alarm and rescue you from your pligh ..read more

We spend the majority of the first 20 years of our lives in a constant state of learning - all in an effort to get *THE* job.  But, once you’ve landed that role, you’re pushed to focus on your output - build that marketing campaign, analyze the data, code that program. With only so many hours in the day, your own learning & development can quickly fall to the wayside. Not only is it important for your own satisfaction and development, proactive and adaptive learners are assets for companies. Plus, by investing in your own learning, you are investing in your long-term career goals.&n ..read more

We often hear, “People don’t leave jobs, they leave bad bosses.” While we don’t dispute that is the a major cause  people quitting, what if there’s something deeper…  What if you’ve outgrown your job?  Yep, you read that right.  Perhaps, a position you once enjoyed doesn’t feel the same anymore. Your career goals have changed. Your passions may have shifted. Maybe company leadership changes have altered your perception of your role. 3 Signs You’ve Outgrown Your Job There’s No Room (or no more room) for Growth When you started, you saw the potential in the company and y ..read more

Not everyone dislikes their job or organization, and not everyone is dissatisfied in their career path - sometimes you just need some guidance with career goals and how to make and achieve the next step in your career.   When you’ve been in a role or at a company for an extended period of time, you may feel a little stagnant or unsure of how to approach your boss to discuss what’s next in your career. So, what do you do?  Enter MRM Career Coaching! How a Career Coach Can Help You Land a Promotion Whether you are looking for a new career, a resume polish, or want to advance in ..read more

Back in the day, LinkedIn was primarily used and seen as an online resume, but over the years LinkedIn has evolved into so much more! Now, it is seen as a way to network, build a personal brand, and find talent. It is also where you can showcase your expertise, close deals, and grow your professional brand.  The truth is, a generic profile won’t do anything for you on LinkedIn these days! You need to be strategic and think of how you want people to perceive you. Your LinkedIn profile is like a trailer to the big summer blockbuster - want it to be engaging and appealing to lead people to ..read more

While we here at MRM Career Coaching are all about helping you navigate your way through a job or career change, we recognize that sometimes, you really do love your company and your job - but that doesn’t mean there isn’t room for improvement on your team. We’re sharing five ways that you can lead up to improve your boss. Five Tips to Build a Better Boss Embrace that one of your roles is to make your leader or team wildly successful. Don’t fall into the trap of thinking that this is kissing up to your boss or team leaders. Think about this more wholistically - if your boss or team is succee ..read more

New York City used to be known as “the city that never sleeps,” but in today’s digital age it seems that that can ring true no matter where you live. While the internet is great (yay memes!), it has blurred the lines between work and personal life. It may seem impossible to disconnect from work, set healthy boundaries to maintain a healthy work-life balance, and avoid burnout.  With more than 40% of American workers working remotely, setting boundaries at work is critical to ensure that earning your livelihood won’t negatively impact your life. Easier said than done, right? Here are our ..read more