5 Simple Steps to Get Clear on your Next Career

5 Simple Steps to Get Clear on your Next Career

Try these 5 simple steps to get clear on your next career move. If you're feeling stuck in a thankless job, or if you've lost your job due to economic downturns, these steps can help you figure out where to go next. Imagine yourself in a new career.

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11 Tips for Helping your Teen Make Career Decisions

11 Tips for Helping your Teen Make Career Decisions

Parents often struggle to guide their teens and young adults in career decision making. Here are some tips for getting out of your own way, assessing your own expectations and assumptions as parents, and helping your teen identify their strengths and interests. I’ve included a strength finder worksheet and other ideas and online resources.

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Discover Your ADHD Career Strengths + 30 Great Jobs for People with ADHD

Discover Your ADHD Career Strengths + 30 Great Jobs for People with ADHD

Discover your ADHD career related strengths plus 30 great job possibilities for people with ADHD. Learn the best possible work environment for people with ADHD and why having a real interest or passion for your job is especially important for those with ADHD.

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Save Money by Asking these 6 Questions Before You Choose a College Major

Save Money by Asking these 6 Questions Before You Choose a College Major

Save Money by Asking these 6 Questions before You Choose a College Major. Choosing a major can be one of the most important decisions you will make in your career. It impacts your job choices, income, lifestyle, family, even your retirement. It’s worth taking the time to figure out your real interests and career possibilities. You’re going to spend thousands of dollars on your education. Save time and money by asking the right questions. What is the best major for you - for your future?

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Book Review: In 'When Breath Becomes Air', Paul Kalanithi Offers Lessons in Life and Vocation

Book Review: When Breath Becomes Air by Paul Kalinithi. It’s not a book most people would reach for when pondering vocational questions. I’m sure it’s not in the career section at the local bookstore. But if you are looking for a book that will help you delve into the deeper questions of work and life, you won’t find anything better.

Paul Kalanithi, on the verge of entering his professional life as a neurosurgeon and beginning a family with his wife Lucy, is diagnosed with inoperable lung cancer. After training for almost a decade, he faces his own terminal illness and a profound identity crisis. Instead of a becoming a practicing doctor, he finds himself instead in the role of a patient.

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10 Do's and Don'ts to Impress a Hiring Manager

10 Do's and Don'ts to Impress a Hiring Manager

I recently spoke with two hiring managers who regularly interview and assess job applicants. One was the communications director and hiring manager for a large international business company. Another was a store manager for a large big box retailer. Both offered insight into what they look for in an applicant.  Every hiring manager is different but here are some of the things that would impress these two managers and help you land the job. 

How to Impress the Hiring Manager and Land a Job


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