We all have off days. But when every day in your current job starts to feel like drudgery, it’s more than just a rough patch, it’s a red flag. You used to feel some spark for your work. Even if it wasn’t your dream job, it had a sense of
Feeling stuck in your career is one of the most frustrating places to be. You’re not necessarily miserable, but you’re definitely not fulfilled. You’re not moving forward, but you don’t know how to start. And quitting your job without a plan is not an option. So what do you do
We’ve all been there, myself included. You tell yourself, “Just hang in there a little longer.” You grit your teeth, keep your head down, and push through. Because that’s what responsible adults do, right? They make the best of a bad job situation. But what happens when the situation drags
It stings, doesn’t it? You’ve been showing up, taking on extra responsibilities, and maybe even mentoring others, only to find out the promotion you were hoping for went to someone else, again. It’s easy to feel discouraged or even question your own worth when this happens. But let’s take a
If your annual performance review is looming and all you can feel is dread, you’re not alone. Even a lot of high-performing professionals cringe at the idea of being judged for an entire year’s worth of work in a 30-minute meeting. Maybe you’re unsure of what to say. Or you
If your workdays are starting to feel like you’re stuck on cruise control, it might be time to check the dashboard. Coasting isn’t always a bad thing. It can be a breather after a long season of hustle. But when you find yourself in a stagnant role, it’s a sign
Let me guess, you’ve tried every time management hack in the book. Color-coded calendars. Productivity apps. Early wake-ups. Late nights. And still, your to-do list somehow gets longer by the hour. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. One of the biggest red flags in a struggling career isn’t a
Let’s be honest, most people don’t have the luxury of just walking away from a job that’s not working for them. Bills still have to be paid, family responsibilities don’t disappear, and opportunities for a career change don’t always show up overnight. But this doesn’t mean you have to stay
Let’s be honest: searching for a job is difficult enough without accidentally making it even harder. In the 25 years I’ve been a career coach, I’ve seen job seekers unintentionally sabotage their own search—not because they’re lazy or unqualified, but simply because they don’t know what they don’t know, resulting
With any career change or job search, there’s risk involved. There’s the emotional risk of rejection, and the financial risk of going too long between jobs without a paycheck. And, if you’re still in your current job, there’s the risk of your boss finding out you’re seeking something new. Another
Imposter syndrome, the nagging feeling you’re not as capable at what you do (or hope to do) as others may think, can be debilitating. Just reading a job ad or looking at the to-do list of starting your own business can trigger it. Of course there are some ways to
In recent news, many workers are getting laid off from large companies headquartered here in Nashville, and also from government jobs in Washington, DC and around the country. Losing a job can feel like a punch in the gut, whether you saw it coming or not. It can be a
