Identity Beyond Your Career: Finding Balance in a Work-Obsessed World
According to Gallup’s Annual Work and Education Survey, 70% of Americans with a college education identify themselves with their job. Interestingly, women are a little more likely to get a sense of their identity from their jobs than men do. As management expert Peter Drucker once warned, “The most dangerous leadership myth is that leaders […]
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 […]
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 […]
The North Pole Career Chronicle: Where Holiday Magic Meets Professional Development
Deck the halls with career aspirations! In this special holiday edition of Careers by Design, we’re unwrapping professional wisdom from some of the North Pole’s most successful leaders, from Rudolph’s breakthrough in authentic leadership to Santa’s secrets for work-life harmony. So please grab a cup of hot cocoa, settle into your favorite armchair, and let’s […]
The Power of Professional Affirmations: A Personal Journey
Let me share something that’s transformed both my coaching practice and my own professional life. You know those moments before a big presentation when your heart’s racing? Or when you’re about to walk into a tough negotiation? I’ve been there, and I’ve found something that really works: professional affirmations. Why Affirmations Actually Work This isn’t […]
The Hidden Cost of Comfort: Why 70% of Leaders Fail to Reach Their Full Potential
The Hidden Cost of Comfort: Why 70% of Leaders Fail to Reach Their Full Potential According to a groundbreaking study published in the Harvard Business Review, 70% of senior executives report that their most significant career regrets stem from staying too long in their comfort zones and missing pivotal opportunities for Growth and advancement. This […]
The Power of Present-Moment Leadership: How Mindfulness Can Transform Your Productivity and Career
Did you know that according to a Harvard Business Review study, professionals spend nearly 47% of their waking hours thinking about something other than what they’re currently doing? This mental wandering leads to increased stress, reduced performance, and missed opportunities for genuine connection with work and colleagues. Imagine the relief from this stress that mindfulness […]
How 5 Minutes of Journaling Daily Changed My Life (And Can Change Yours Too)
“In the journal I do not just express myself more openly than I could to any person; I create myself.” – Susan Sontag Research published in the Journal of Behavioral Medicine found that people who journal for 15-20 minutes daily showed a 23% reduction in stress and made better decisions within 8 weeks. Why Journaling […]
