Career planning in 2026 looks very different than it did just a few years ago. Fewer people are actively looking for a new job. Not because they’re suddenly happy in their career, well-paid, or deeply fulfilled. It’s quite the opposite. Many professionals are staying put because the job market feels
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:
paNASH has had a great 2025! On November 5th, paNASH celebrated 18 years in service. And once again, for the 9th year in a row, owner Lori Béen was ranked in the top ten of Nashville’s best career coaches, this year at #3. Also in 2025, Lori appeared on several
Job seekers are falling victim to more and more job scams. In fact, in a recent survey, 40% of US adults seeking employment in 2025 admitted to falling for a job scam, with half of those having their personal data or money stolen. These incidences, in addition to encounters with
It used to be, the average job search lasted three to nine months, even in a good job market. But just in the past year, the length has been increasing for several reasons. One, more companies are including additional rounds of interviews and cumbersome assessments in their hiring process, making
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
Artificial intelligence (AI) has become the shiny new tool for everything—from writing emails to building resumes. It’s no surprise job seekers are turning to this latest technology to help them land their next opportunity. And while AI can be a helpful assistant in your job search, relying only on it
For the past few months, I’ve shared a series of blog posts for those struggling in their current job but can’t leave yet for a new one. Now, I want to share how you can quit your job professionally and correctly when the time is right, so you can safeguard
It happens so gradually, you don’t even realize it at first. One day, you wake up, head into work, and something just feels… off. The job you once said yes to doesn’t seem to fit anymore. Maybe you’ve changed. Maybe the job has. Or maybe both. Whatever the reason, you’re
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
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