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Are you thinking of making a career move? Not sure how to get started? Keep reading… At some point in our careers, many of us experience a feeling of stagnation. It’s that gnawing realization that you’re no longer being challenged, that growth seems distant, and that every workday feels similar to the last. For mid-level professionals who’ve spent a considerable time in one…
If you are a high achiever aiming for perfection, feeling misaligned in your current journey, and experiencing paralysis, but you are ready to live your purpose, find alignment, and build your legacy, then this episode is for you. I am excited to introduce you to Dr. Esther Zeledon (Dr. EZ). She is a master of making dreams work. Her pioneering work as an international diplomat, scientist, and life coach…
Many of you have competing priorities, personal and work obligations, and it can become challenging to focus on your goals. Some of you may be taking on so many projects or may be presented with great opportunities that you feel you cannot pass up, but at some point you may be losing sight of your purpose. If you are feeling overwhelmed and trying to reclaim your energy to…
If you are in the process of launching your job search or making a career pivot, here is a quick guide to help you get started. This guide includes links to resources on self-reflection, conducting informational interviews, companies hiring right now during Covid-19, job interview questions, LinkedIn Essentials, and e-learning platforms to gain new skills…
One of the biggest mistakes that job seekers make is waiting until the end of their academic program to begin their job search. During your graduate program, there are limitless opportunities to connect with professionals in the field, attend networking events, and gain valuable skills through internships, fellowships, and volunteerism. As an early careerist, you must take ownership of your career journey and be intentional every step of the way…
Here are some tips and strategies to help you get over that hurdle of requesting and conducting an informational interview. You will be a pro in no time! As an introvert, I understand the emotional drain behind networking. It takes time to establish trust to connect with people in a way that feels genuine and authentic. However, in today’s competitive job market, it is imperative to step out of…
It didn’t quite happen overnight, but Allison Zures managed to fast track her career through multiple promotions and leveraging opportunities over time. She is currently the Associate Dean of Student Services at Harry S. Truman College and working on a PhD in Higher Education Administration at Illinois State University. I met Allison when she was a Graduate Assistant in the Office of Career Services at the University of Illinois…
As a young professional, my idea of networking meant wearing a business suit, attending large-scale events, and scheduling lunch meetings. The sound of this was intimidating and not an area of interest for me. Although the above may be true, over the years I learned that networking is definitely so much more and doesn’t have to be as daunting as many of us imagine. As an introvert, I…
