Professional Women Striving for Success

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Navigating Conflicting Messages: Professional Women Striving for Success Amidst Changing Dynamics As a career coach who deeply cares about the well-being of professional women, I have noticed a multitude of conflicting news stories recently that has made me question how women can navigate the expectations of society and still be true to ourselves. The media […]

Is it OK Not to Love Your Job?

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If you DON’T love your job. Is that a bad thing? Perhaps it is OK not to love your job. There is so much focus on following your passion and purpose that I believe that many of us have forgotten that people work to earn money in order to pay their bills. Of course it’s […]

My Early Career Choices

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What were your early career choices? Are you filled with regret over the choices you’ve made in your career, or do you celebrate them as valuable learning experiences? Have you ever wondered what you would do differently if given the chance to start over? Reflecting on my own career journey, I find myself contemplating a […]

5 Steps to Raise Your Emotional Intelligence

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Emotional intelligence (EQ) matters just as much as intellectual ability (IQ) when it comes to personal and professional relationships and leadership capabilities. A high level of emotional intelligence helps you to build stronger relationships, be a better leader, create success at work, and achieve your career and personal goals. What is emotional intelligence? Emotional intelligence […]

The AI Job Interview – How to Prepare to Ace Your AI Job Interview

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Did you know that artificial intelligence may scan your résumé when you apply for a job? The Applicant Tracking System (ATS) is well known in recruitment and I’ve written much about how to tailor your resumé to help you get past the ATS. But are you prepared to have your next JOB INTERVIEW assessed by […]

Are You Too Old To Be Hired?

Are you too old to be hired?

Are you too old to be hired? Do you ever wonder if you’re too old to land another job?  Or that your age is a barrier to what you really want to do? Now, those of you who already know me will know I get on my high horse about ageism in the workplace and […]

Your Career in the Year of the Rabbit

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Is The Year of the Rabbit Good For Your Career? When this time of year comes around, as I am Eurasian and grew up in Hong Kong, my family and I celebrate the Lunar New Year. It’s interesting to see what Chinese astrologers say about the new year. Let’s find out what is predicted for […]

How to Land a Job You’ll LOVE in 2023

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2022 seemed to go by in a flash! Now is the time to evaluate your career and set your goals for the new year. Is a new job on your list? Here’s how you can land a job you’ll love in 2023.  In 2020 and 2021, many people held on to their jobs and opted […]

How to Wisely Manage Your Finances After a Job Layoff

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Being laid off can be difficult, both emotionally and financially. It is important to manage your finances wisely during this time of transition in order to make sure you are making the most out of your new situation. Here are tips on how to effectively manage your finances after a job layoff. Create a Budget […]

How to Reverse Engineer Your Career

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How To Reverse Engineer Your Career for Future Success To create the career you’ll love and reach career success faster, reverse engineer your career. If you’ve ever felt unsure about what you need to be successful in your career it’s probably because you don’t really know which path you want your career to follow, and […]