In the past, hiring a career coach meant that your performance was deficient and needed some improvement. Over time, hiring an executive coach became a "velvet rope" experience, meaning only...
There was a time when career paths were clearly defined. If lucky, you'd be hired on with a good company and progress to higher levels at the appropriate times. Ultimately, you'd retire having...
During the last week of the year, many people gather together with family and friends to celebrate Kwanzaa.
Kwanzaa is a weeklong celebration honoring African beliefs and traditions. It starts the...
For many people across the globe, the past year has been filled with challenges both personally and professionally. Women, especially, have borne the burden of burnout and stress, with about one in...
From long days at the office to anxiety induced by an upcoming presentation, every career woman knows what it’s like to feel stress. While some stress can be a good (and even motivating)...
According to the U.S. Labor Department, 4 million people quit their jobs in April alone. In addition, a record 95% of employees are considering changing jobs, according to Monster.com, and 92% are...
After years of running a successful coaching and consulting company focused on helping women at midlife step into the life and work they're meant to do in the world, many of the women I work with...
Over the last 18 months, many of us have engaged in some deep soul-searching. We’ve been examining what matters to us, including the work we’re doing in the world. At times like this,...
What you wear affects how others see, respond, and interact with you. It can also profoundly alter your mood, stimulate your mind, enhance your self-worth, and make you feel more confident and...
Ok, so last week, I talked about needing a NEW definition of "career." If we redefine the idea of a career, we have to expand how we talk about a career coach.
While I'm a certified senior...
Feeling like it's time to make that move? Whether you've had this feeling for the last month or the last year, you must consider a few things before you actually walk away from your current job.
I...
It's not uncommon to work through career issues or challenges on your own or with the support of a colleague or friend and not seek the advice of a career coach. But, in fact, some issues can be...