Research has shown that technical skills and knowledge can only take a person so far. Your career success journey should include attention to relationship-building and other interpersonal skills. Otherwise known as emotional quotient (EQ) or emotional intelligence, these skills allow you to connect, collaborate, inspire and lead more effectively than logic or analytics (aka IQ) alone.
Read moreStrong Business Relationships Support Career Growth
You have no doubt heard the adage “It’s not what you know, it’s who you know.” While it’s true that networking and knowing the right people can help you gain a foot in the door, it will serve you well to consider how business relationships support career goals on a deeper level.
Read moreDo’s and Don’ts of Salary Negotiations
In my years as a career coach, I have seen both men and women squirm at the idea of asking for a raise or requesting a higher starting salary with a new job offer. To help take some of the mystery and fear out of salary negotiations, arm yourself with a few helpful guidelines:
Read moreJob Security in the Age of AI
Welcome to 2020 – the third decade of the 21st century. While some science fiction predictions have come true, we’re not exactly traveling in flying cars and eating food produced in replicators in our daily lives. However, with the advent of new technology, including artificial intelligence, many people have new concerns about job security.
Read moreGive Yourself the Gift of a Year-end Career Audit
This time of year can feel like a never-ending list of to-do items, both at work and at home. If you feel rushed and frazzled, you might reject the idea of adding yet another project to your pile. But hear me out. Taking the time to conduct a simple career audit before the new year can become a gift you give yourself.
Read moreCareer Path or Lifestyle Path? You Can Have Both
A huge part of my work as a career and salary negotiation coach revolves around helping people find deeper satisfaction in their work lives. While that often means arming individuals with powerful interviewing and negotiating skills to land a better job, or to ask for a salary increase, I also work with most clients to determine how the right career path can support their lifestyle goals.
Read moreImposter Syndrome and The Job Search
How imposter syndrome can get in the way of your success.
Read moreHow to Find Great Companies That Offer Flexibility and Great Pay
Flexibility and great pay top the list of must-haves for many job seekers.
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