Ah, the guilty pleasure TV show. We all have one! These shows are incredibly enjoyable to relax to, but it’s not often someone asks you to make a connection between that show and your career. They are totally separate parts of your brain and life, right? Well, I beg to differ actually. If you are…
Career Development
A Mom’s Open Letter to Astronauts, Christina Koch and Jessica Meir
Dear Christina Koch and Jessica Meir, First of all, congratulations on a seriously major achievement! Second, how’s everything in space? I have no immediate plans to visit, but since I grew up a child of the 90s with Nickelodeon fueled dreams of Space Camp, I remain curious. But that’s not the real reason for my…
Embrace Imperfection: How to Get Unstuck by Shooting for B- Work
Embrace imperfection? That idea would make 16-year-old high school perfectionist me choke on my Ocean Spray Cranberry Juice Cocktail. But 18 years later, as a mom and a professional, I am on board with this strategy. And if you are struggling with perfectionism and it’s holding you back, I would love for you to join…
Boomer at Your Service: Review and Q&A with Author, Vanessa Keel
Do you love children’s books with heart that promote being yourself, and supporting great causes? Boomer At Your Service, Vanessa Keel’s debut picture book, is going to be right up your alley. I love interviewing inspiring women on this site and showcasing how they found their Career Sweet Spot and are making their mark on…
How Picturing the Worst Case Scenario Can Help You Achieve Your Career Goals
One of my most important jobs as a career coach is to ask good questions. I have a lot of questions in my tool kit, but one of my favorites might surprise you. “What’s the worst case scenario?” Sure, this seems like a negative question on it’s face. Pessimistic with a capital P. Perhaps even…