If you’re mid-career and quietly wondering whether it’s too late to change careers, you’re not alone. In fact, many of the people who reach out to me are experienced professionals who’ve done everything “right” and still feel unfulfilled, underutilized, or stuck. Let me say this clearly right from the start:
Getting rejected after spending time preparing for several rounds of job interviews stings. Especially in mid-career, when you’ve built experience, refined your skills, and maybe even thought a role was perfect for you. But here’s the truth: rejection isn’t a reflection of your worth. If handled correctly, it can be
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
It’s a tricky spot to be in: you’ve been doing solid work, maybe even going above and beyond, but you haven’t received a pay raise in what feels like forever. You keep hoping your boss will notice and your loyalty or performance will speak for itself. But the months (and
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
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
In a previous post, I shared how the 2025 job market will be competitive, with six in ten workers expected to be looking for a new job. If you’re part of the 60% of workers seeking a new career in the new year, then you need to learn how to
Many of my clients love to read as much as I do. And nearly every summer, I provide a reading list of books I’ve read the previous year. While I can’t list all the books I’ve read in the past 12 months, I will share with you the ones that
When faced with a career decision, it’s important avoid the common mistakes most people make. What are those mistakes? Let’s take a look. Mistake #1: Assuming there’s such a thing as a perfect job Recently, a former client contacted me to help him again with another job search. When I
Excessive job hopping can raise red flags for employers. Some people believe it always signals career instability or a lack of commitment. But this is a myth. I remember two years prior to the pandemic, I spoke with a recruiter who said she and her colleagues had been told not
Finding your best job ever isn’t always a straight shot or a linear path. There are often several stepping stones to get from your nightmare job to your dream job. This has been the path for one of my clients I’ve highlighted several times in the past few years. You
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