Discover Your Calling: 3 Powerful Strategies to Find Passion in Your Work
A shocking 85% of employees worldwide feel disengaged or actively disengaged at work, according to Gallup’s State of the Global Workplace report. Many people are missing passion for their work. It is simply a way to keep a roof over the head and food on the table. But finding your passion in work is so […]
You Are Just a Number. And You Are Replaceable, But You Can Be Yourself
According to a 2023 Workplace Loyalty Survey, a staggering 76% of employees report feeling disposable at their workplace. Yet only 24% have a concrete plan for their career beyond their current employer. You are probably like many others who dream of working for a company and moving up the corporate ladder. You give all your […]
Midlife Career Change: 7 Proven Steps to Reinvent Yourself
Embarking on a midlife career change can be daunting and exhilarating. However, many have successfully navigated this path. In fact, a recent survey revealed that an impressive 97.48% of individuals who transitioned careers reported their change as successful. Reflecting on my own journey, I recall the uncertainty and fear of the unknown. The thought of […]
Transform Your Career: The Power of Growth Mindset in Professional Reinvention
Feeling like it’s time for something new? Maybe you’re considering switching careers, exploring your interests, or weighing your options. Whatever it is, your mindset dramatically influences how you approach this change. So, what exactly is a growth mindset? Simply put, it’s the belief that you can develop your skills and abilities with dedication and hard […]
Book Review: “The World Needs You” by JP Michel – A New Approach to Career Development
As a career and executive coach with years of experience in both K-12 education and private practice at Careers by Design, I recently had the opportunity to listen to JP Michel’s thought-provoking book The World Needs You during my daily commutes. What really stood out to me wasn’t just the content, but how seamlessly JP’s […]
Book Review: The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins
By Mark Danaher, Career & Executive Coach www.markdanaher.com As a career and executive coach who works with professionals navigating major life transitions, I found Mel Robbins’ “The Let Them Theory” to be an invaluable resource that addresses one of the most challenging aspects of change – managing relationships during transformation. The book’s insights on adult […]
The Power of Gratitude: A Personal and Professional Journey
Last week, I had a conversation with Sarah, one of my career coaching clients, that stuck with me. After our last session, where we talked about workplace relationships, she took a simple yet meaningful step. She wrote a heartfelt email to her former manager, thanking him for giving her a chance three years ago. That […]
The Magic of Belief: Life Lessons from Father and Son Mice
In the charming world of Rankin/Bass’s “‘Twas the Night Before Christmas,” we find more than just a holiday tale – we discover a profound story about faith, family, and the power of belief told through the unlikely heroes of a clockmaker mouse named Joshua and his intellectually precocious son Albert. Their journey teaches us valuable […]
Melting Away the Winter Blues: How Frosty the Snowman Navigated Seasonal Transition Using Schlossberg’s 4S Theory
Have you ever wondered how a snowman copes with inevitable change? This heart-warming analysis will explore how Frosty the Snowman successfully navigated his seasonal transition using Nancy Schlossberg’s 4S Transition Theory. His story offers valuable insights into handling life’s unavoidable changes, whether they’re expected or not. The Situation: More Than Just a Melting Point Frosty […]
Leveraging AI in Career Guidance: Tools and Techniques for Modern Coaches
According to a recent study by the World Economic Forum, 85 million jobs may be displaced by a shift in the division of labor between humans and machines by 2025, while 97 million new roles may emerge. This rapid transformation demands a new approach to career guidance. AI is no longer science fiction. It’s here, […]
