Two and a half years ago I knew something was off in my business. I felt bored. Frustrated. Constrained. Like I had more to offer. There was this uncomfortable mis-match between the business I’d created from who I was a decade earlier and who I’d become as a result of building that business. For a […]
“I Hate My Life”
“I hate my life.” During some recent spring cleaning, I was stunned to find a note I’d written over ten years ago. It was a half sheet of paper covered in sentences that all began with the words “I hate”. I hated everything from my job to my commute to my hairstyle to how I […]
A Highlight of My Week
One of the great joys of my week is connecting with my coaching team. I love getting updates on each of our clients and celebrating the opportunity we have to be of service to such amazing people. It looks different in every case. Sometimes we cheer on the fact that a client is showing up […]
Chameleon Money vs. Centered Money
In my decade plus of career coaching experience, I notice that we can go about our careers and our corresponding paychecks in two very different ways. We can go for chameleon money, where we mask who we really are, bend into any shape for a paycheck, and lose track of something precious. This shows up […]
A Career Coaching Lesson on Coping with COVID-19 Uncertainty
As career coaches, my team and I see a lot of people who are wanting that next, great opportunity to land NOW (if not yesterday). They’re in an in-between place and dealing with a lot of unknowns. It’s uncomfortable! We’re all in an in-between place and dealing with a lot of unknowns with COVID-19. So, […]
Finding Your Career Fit Mid-Pandemic
We’re in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. What does that mean for you? Maybe you’re freaking out, nervous, or worried.Maybe you’re holding on tight to that secure job.Maybe you’re flooded with extra responsibilities.Maybe you’re feeling guilty that things are going just fine.Or maybe you’re reveling in your freed up calendar. We’re seeing all of […]
Here’s What’s Weird About Me
Here’s what’s weird about me. 👇 👇 👇 For over ten years I’ve lived my life for maximum fun and fulfillment. Independent of winning or losing. Indifferent to financial success. Following the fun. Creating an experience of joy through this journey of life. In my work as a career coach (during these same ten years), […]
Are You All IN?
The question might seem commonplace or trite. “Of course, I’m in. I’m here, aren’t I?” But, we ask if you’re all in because commitment is key to finally landing in that better career, that better life. Because if you aren’t committed to finding your right career, you might continue this cycle… 11:00pm Another day, another […]
Dreams Do Come True (Here’s How)
We don’t mean to get a little cheesy here, but it’s 100% true that you can turn your dreams into reality. And there isn’t a super secret way to do it either. Now, doesn’t that feel like a relief? First, let’s talk about those life-changing dreams. 6:00pm at work You wish the day was over […]
How to Have More Energy at the End of Your Workday
When was the last time you left work on time? With energy to go to the gym or out for a drink with friends? Has it been that long? Really? Sounds like you’re stuck in an energy-zapping loop, my friend. Like this… 4:00pm In most workplaces, people go home at 5:00pm, so for them the […]