Is it finally time to discover your superpowers at work? It is, if: You’re no longer sure about the things that make you unique and special. You’re thinking about what’s next for you, but you’re not exactly sure what that looks like. You want to more effectively talk about who you are when you’re at […]Read the full post >>
If your life at work feels unmanageable, then it’s time to take an honest look at what’s in your control to fix it. You may be surprised to find there are more things in your power than you’ve ever realized. In this video short, I share the three things that are always in your control, […]Read the full post >>
During a live webinar for my Insider Community, a viewer asked, “Should I leave my job, even if I’m not clear on my long-term plan?” I’ve answered answers here, sharing guiding principles you can use to make your best career decisions. In the video, I reference both my latest book, “Red Cape Rescue: Save Your […]Read the full post >>
Feeling stuck in your career? You’re not alone. In my line of work as a leadership and career coach, I talk to successful professionals every day who tell me they’re feeling stuck in their career. If you’ve ever been there, it’s a craptastic feeling. And while each person’s specific situation might be slightly different, there’s […]Read the full post >>
When I’m asked for career advice, one of the questions I get often is “how do I figure out what I should do next in my career?” My answer is always to start with getting clear on what you want. In this mini-training (10 min., 43 seconds), I share more about why clarity is often […]Read the full post >>
Laid off, furloughed, or just knowing it’s time to look for what’s next? Just promise me one thing. Don’t update your resume. I know, I know. That’s the FIRST thing most people think they’re supposed to do, right? And unfortunately, it’s still the advice too many well-meaning but out-of-date career counselors offer. But it’s the […]Read the full post >>
If something in your work’s not working for you, listen up. It may have nothing to do with your work. Yes, your actual day-to-day work—the stuff you get done using your superpowers, strengths and skills—might be the perfect work for you. You may be in a great company and work with great people. In fact, […]Read the full post >>
“You read my t-shirt. That’s enough social interaction for one day.” Yup, that’s the shirt I gave my sister a few years ago, as my way of finally showing her I understood and appreciated her need for quiet, for space, and for not sharing every thought she was having every second she has it. Like […]Read the full post >>
Stories, I hear stories. . . Mattie had been working really hard, responsible for several million dollars of business in her company. Her clients loved her, her team respected her, and she enjoyed her work. She expected that her results would earn her the next promotion. The promotion cycle came—and went—without a promotion for Mattie. […]Read the full post >>