Make a difference this Mental Health Awareness Month đ§
May is Mental Health Awareness Monthâa time that deeply resonates with me as someone living with multiple mental health conditions. This annual campaign is a powerful reminder that while weâve made progress, stigma still prevents too many people from getting the support they need to heal. I believe deeply in a world where mental health is treated with the same urgency, visibility, and compassion as physical health, and no one is made to feel ashamed for seeking help. But hereâs the truth:...
3 days ago â˘Â 1 min readInterview anxiety? đĽ Iâve got your backâŚ
The current job market is, well, letâs just call it challenging. If youâre feeling more anxious than usual about interviews, youâre not aloneâand youâre definitely not broken. While itâs completely normal to have some nerves before an important conversation, todayâs saturated job market can turn standard jitters into full-blown anxiety. In my latest article for Career Directors International, I share 5 expert strategies you can use to manage interview anxiety and show up as your most fabulous...
10 days ago â˘Â 1 min readIs your boss holding you back? 7 warning signs đŁ
Do you feel like your boss is making it challenging for you to succeed at work? Youâre not alone! Many of the professionals I speak with share that they experience subtle (or not so subtle) forms of sabotage from their boss. In my recent article, I share: đĄ Why your boss may be sabotaging youâ ď¸ 7 signs that youâre potentially being sabotaged at workđ Practical steps you can take to deal with a sabotaging manager >>> Learn how to address a sabotaging boss now! Please know that Iâve been there,...
17 days ago â˘Â 1 min readHow to prepare for layoffs caused by the new tariffs đ°
If youâve been even remotely tuned into the news, youâve likely felt a wave of uncertainty regarding the new tariffs. (We donât have cable in our house, but Iâm still hearing all about how these tariffs are expected to lead to major job losses, especially in the tech industry.) So, how do you know if layoffs might be on the horizon? What are the signs that you could be affected by the next rounds of cuts? And most importantly, are there steps you can take to avoid being laid off? (Spoiler...
24 days ago â˘Â 1 min readđŚ How to stand out in a competitive job market
Job hunting can feel overwhelming, especially with more competition than ever before. Most job seekers apply for a hundred roles and get one or two interviews. Youâre not alone! Hereâs the good news: there are aspects of your job search YOU can optimize to improve the number of interviews you land! If youâre not consistently hearing back from at least 10 to 20% of the roles you apply to, there are actionable steps you can take, and I have the perfect resource for you. I recently sat down with...
about 1 month ago â˘Â 1 min readHello from SF đđź + career resources
Iâm in San Francisco, CA for the next 36 hours, facilitating several workshops for a long-term client. Weâre delving into two important topics: building your personal brand on social media and designing potential career pathways. If youâre feeling a little FOMO (Fear Of Missing Out), donât worryâIâve got you covered: đĄ Check out this in-depth article on standing out as a thought leader. Itâs perfect if youâre struggling with executive thought leadership! đť Read this article to help you...
about 1 month ago â˘Â 1 min read4 in-demand AI skills for tech leaders đ¤
If youâre not already investing in your AI skills, now is the perfect time to start! Hereâs the current reality: đ¤ A staggering 62% of employers expect candidates and workers to have at least some familiarity with GenAI. đ¤ Nearly 1 in 4 recruiting professionals have updated their job descriptions to reflect the need for AI. đ¤ 92% of companies plan to increase their AI investments in the next 3 years. All of this means that if youâre not developing your AI skills, youâre missing out on an...
about 1 month ago â˘Â 1 min read7 surprisingly simple ways to add value when networking đ¤đź
âHow do I add value when networking professionally?â As a career coach, I hear this question all the time from job seekers. Truthfully, finding a way to give a potential networking contact something valuable can be tricky, especially if youâre a fellow introvert. Initiating these conversations can often push us outside our comfort zones, so the last thing you want to do is to come across as pushy or insincere. In my latest article, I share 7 ways to add value to your professional...
about 2 months ago â˘Â 1 min readWhat you need to know about hiring in 2025 đ§
If youâre feeling overwhelmed, frustrated, or ready to shout â[insert expletive]!â at todayâs job market, youâre far from alone. From harmful streamlining efforts in the U.S. government, to companies rolling back critical DEI programs, to major layoffs and hiring freezes, job hunting in 2025 can feel anything but easy. I recently joined Renata Bernarde on The Job Hunting Podcast to unpack whatâs really happening in hiring this year. Despite being on opposite sides of the globe (California vs....
about 2 months ago â˘Â 1 min readJob search guide for (former) gov. workers + March career resources
If you were one of the 100,000 federal employees affected by the new administrationâs cuts in the U.S.âor youâre considering transitioning from a government job to the tech industryâyouâll want to read my latest guide. Youâll learn: â
Similarities and differences between working in government and the tech sectorâ
How to effectively transition from a government job to the tech industryâ
Whether you can actually break into tech as an older worker Throughout the piece, I draw upon experiences...
2 months ago â˘Â 1 min read