

The Problem(s) With Trying to Figure Out What to be When You Grow Up
When I was seven, I wanted to be a writer. The older I got, the less I knew what I wanted to be, and the more stuck I got. I spent years...


Why Do The Artist's Way
A few years ago I was working with a client who had taken an early retirement buy-out, and at first it seemed that would be the answer to...

Is it Time to Give Your Resume a Spring Cleaning?
Last weekend I cleaned out my garage. Now when I pull into my garage, I breathe easier. Instead of focusing on the clutter — shelves...

Does Your College Major Really Matter?
A friend and I have long debated the purpose of college. I’ve always believed in the universal value of a liberal arts degree. I prefer...

Three Job Search Pitfalls to Avoid
A number of years ago I was part of the “dot bomb” series of layoffs at a company. Anxious about when and where I would find work, I kept...


Are You Sabotaging Your Job Search? How Perfectionism May Be Getting in Your Way
Are you a perfectionist? If so, it could be hampering your job search and your ability to make career decisions. I’ll explain how it’s...


Still Searching for Your Dream Job? Identify Your Gifts and Use Them
This holiday season I’m contemplating what a gift is. At this time of year, I typically think of a gift as something wrapped in bright...

The Career Advice I Always Give
This is the career advice I always give: Say what you want. Out loud. In writing. On Facebook. In your phone. On a Post-It note. Be...