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That Nice, Fair, Friendly Workplace Is Still A Frog, Not A Prince

CathyG — Fri, 19 Jan 2024 13:13:05 +0000

In this illustrated extended blog post, author Alison Green debunks myths that many of us have about the work place. Read it here. Ms.Green points out that we should distrust myths like, “Companies are required to be fair and just,” and, “The HR department will help you.” Emi Nietfeld write an op-ed for The New […]

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3 ways a career coach will waste your money (even if they’re competent and experienced)

CathyG — Wed, 07 Dec 2022 11:45:52 +0000

I’ve met all too many people who hired coaches and later regretted their decision. Too few career books offer solid tips about hiring a coach to work with you. This advice also applies to business coaches, too! (1) Be clear on what you want from the coach. If you’re not clear, it’s a good idea […]

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Dangers of Getting Too Personal (Even When Everyone Says, “Be Authentic”)

CathyG — Sun, 06 Feb 2022 13:24:19 +0000

Whether in your own business or corporate life, professionals often find they are challenged to maintain a line between business and personal lives. Increasingly the boundaries are blurred as we work from home. We’re often advised to be “genuine” and “authentic.” We’re often ill-advised to be “vulnerable.” But over-disclosing can be hazardous to a career, […]

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Free Mentoring Communities: Worth What You Pay

CathyG — Tue, 02 Feb 2021 15:03:53 +0000

Recently I came across a site promising to offer free resources to job seekers. The idea is that you can submit your story and someone will log on to be your free mentor. Mentors can be “free” or “fee.” Okay, think about this. Who’s going to offer free services? The people seeking mentors give their full […]

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The Surprisingly Simple Way To Change Your Life When You Feel Really Stuck

CathyG — Thu, 10 Sep 2020 14:30:48 +0000

Mark was ready to hoist the white flag. He’d been searching for a new career for over a year. “Nobody really changes careers,” said one career coach. “Just hang on to your job and eventually you can retire and do what you want,” said his girlfriend. People seeing Mark at a networking meeting would be […]

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Intuition For Business And Career Decisions

CathyG — Tue, 25 Aug 2020 09:41:06 +0000

In his book The Art Of Work, Jeff Goins recalls the time he attended a workshop on careers. He insisted he didn’t know his purpose … and then he realized of course he did. He wanted to write. He was just a little afraid of the idea. Nearly all career change (and business strategy) conversations […]

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What To Do When You’re Asked To Do Something Illegal At Work

CathyG — Wed, 11 Jul 2018 10:42:58 +0000

Some time ago, someone wrote on a blog that’s since been discontinued: “…I can’t help but wonder if many jobs are designed to beat us all into idea submission. It just seems so much easier to show up, do what they want you to do, and go home. “ He’s got a point. Very few […]

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For Valentine’s Day: The Romance of Career Coaching

CathyG — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 15:57:16 +0000

With Valentine’s Day coming up Thursday, this year some clients have emailed to ask, “I got a lot out of working with you. My partner/spouse/significant other is having career issues and I’d like to give them a gift certificate for career consulting with you.” My first thought was, “Some of those partners are really lucky.” […]

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Career Advice: “Are you about to be fired?”

CathyG — Tue, 18 Dec 2012 13:12:17 +0000

Nearly everyone who has ever worked for an organization has experienced that sinking feeling, “My job is about to be over. They’re going to fire me.” Even if you hate your job, most people would rather leave on their own terms. But let’s take a realistic look at what’s going on here. Maybe there’s some […]

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The New Career Change: Parachute Replaced by Glider

CathyG — Fri, 30 Nov 2012 04:16:52 +0000

Recently I was talking to “Marcia,” someone who fits the 3M profile: mid-life, mid-career and motivated to move. Marcia wanted to move fast. “I know exactly what steps to take,” she said. “First, I need to identify my strengths. Then I need to find some job titles that match my strength. Then I write a […]

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