Sometimes it’s not easy being a coach. I work with clients who are seriously struggling against office toxicity and supervisor oppression and despite their efforts, they just can’t seem to get out from underneath. They always have the option of finding something new, but it is a little heartbreaking knowing that you’ve built a career, […]
Tag Archives | Career Counseling
Let Go, Terminated, Downsized or Fired? It’s Time For A Comeback
By kim on May 12, 2019 in A Healthy Career, Blog, Employee Engagement, Interview Questions & Tips, Million Dollar Career
The empty office. It was once yours. What happened? Or better yet, what’s next? No matter what you call it, the process of being severed from the workplace is never easy to navigate. Still, you can rise from the ashes like a phoenix if you so choose. It all comes down to persistence and perspective. […]
How To Ask Your Boss for Time Off
What is the best way to ask your boss for vacation or time off? Most employees have the luxury of either asking, and gaining approval, when they have time with their boss or perhaps, self scheduling on a team calendar. But not everyone is that lucky. Some have to find a way to ensure the […]
Build Resiliency
Don’t you wish some days you could toss on your cloak of resiliency and repel any toxicity that may come your way. When you sense trouble ahead, shielding yourself from the impacts of negativity can go a long way to helping you stay healthy and happy, not to mention productive and successful. Toxic behavior can have long lasting effects on everyone. […]
Three C’s to Reducing Conflict
Did you know that 85 percent of employees deal with conflict on some level on a regular basis? According to a Workplace report published in 2017, a startling statistic unearthed is that U.S. employees spend 2.1 hours per week involved with conflict, which costs employers approximately $359 billion a year.* Wow. The hurt and tension […]
Avoid Sending Angry Emails
The best way to address hurt feelings in the workplace is to confront your aggressor face-to-face and in an unemotional and professional tone and share your concerns. Talking things out is the only way to really resolve conflict. Still, most of us don’t relish—or take—this approach. In fact, many turn to a “safer” solution of […]
Spend Your Time Wisely
I often think about how I should spend my time in order to be more productive and to carve out the time I need for my family, work, personal obligations, fitness and joy. There is of course the time that I think about why I’m spending time thinking about my time. That might seem kind […]
Employ Executive Interview Success Strategies
Even the most seasoned professionals can feel intimidated when pressed to perform in an interview. That can translate into disinterest. Everyone should be a little nervous in the interview, otherwise it may be a red flag that you’re not even intrigued by the position or the company. To help those nerves and let your executive presence […]
Remember, Attitude is Everything
I get it. You might find that your attitude is already on point so you probably don’t want a lecture from your coach on why attitude is everything. But bear with me. A recent study cited in The Guardian found that 98% of people think they’re among the nicest 50%. And this delusion seeps into everything […]
Nurture, Don’t “Use,” Your Network
By kim on March 4, 2019 in Employee Engagement, Interview Questions & Tips, Million Dollar Career, Resume, CV & Salary
Recently I met with an old acquaintance with whom I hadn’t spoken with for several years. I was so excited to catch up, learn what was new with her and the family and share some news of my own. I also knew this individual was looking for some career advice, as was mentioned in her […]