Let’s be real for a moment: stepping back into the workforce after years of being a homemaker feels like navigating a jungle with no map. You’ve spent years mastering schedules, negotiating peace treaties among toddlers, and keeping a household running like a well-oiled machine. Now, you’re ready to take those skills to a new stage—the … Continue reading Creating Impactful Career Marketing Materials As an Ex-Trad Wife
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How to Handle a Toxic Employer After an Interview: Actionable Steps to Protect Yourself
Job interviews are a two-way street. Sure, you're trying to impress the employer, but you should also be evaluating if the company is a good fit for you. Unfortunately, sometimes the warning signs of a toxic employer pop up during the interview process. From vague answers about company culture to interviewers who talk down to … Continue reading How to Handle a Toxic Employer After an Interview: Actionable Steps to Protect Yourself
Building Resilience During Career Transitions as an Ex-Trad Wife or Caregiver
Transitioning back into the workforce after dedicating years to homemaking or caregiving is no small feat. It’s a journey filled with excitement, self-discovery, and, yes, resilience. Whether you’ve been supporting a household or caring for loved ones, your skills and experiences are valuable—and with the right approach, they can become the foundation of a thriving … Continue reading Building Resilience During Career Transitions as an Ex-Trad Wife or Caregiver
How to Increase Your Pay Through Effective Salary Negotiations
https://youtu.be/STldp-FV9Y0 Negotiating salary can be a daunting task for many job seekers, but it is an essential part of the job search process. Salary negotiation is an opportunity for you to advocate for your worth and ensure that you are being paid fairly for your skills and experience. In this blog post, I will provide … Continue reading How to Increase Your Pay Through Effective Salary Negotiations
Why Are Employers Resisting Overemployment & Remote Work
https://youtu.be/FW4F29VRIQQ It's no secret that the traditional nine-to-five workday is no longer standard. In today's economy, many workers are juggling multiple jobs in order to make ends meet. As a result, employers are increasingly resistant to the idea of their employees being overemployed. After all, why would an employer want to provide the same benefits … Continue reading Why Are Employers Resisting Overemployment & Remote Work
New to the Job – Stand Out Positively in 3 Ways
https://youtu.be/DOigRxoJUsE You're new to the job, and you want to make a good impression. It's important to make a positive impression in your new position. Here are three (3) actions to take to stand out positively. First, be sure to show up on time and prepared for your shifts. This means having all the necessary … Continue reading New to the Job – Stand Out Positively in 3 Ways
Career ReVamp – 3.2 The Career Track
https://youtu.be/TjWlnGAh8ds In a series we've explored what you want to do with your career and if you're willing to change then ways you can start going about changing of the a career of your choice. In part 1 & 2, I talked about how to figure out your next career if you're looking for a … Continue reading Career ReVamp – 3.2 The Career Track
Career Revamp – 2. Putting Your Plan Together
https://youtu.be/217EfPtQE1M If you have watched part 1 of this...then you have the list of your knowledge, skills and abilities needed to move forward in part 2. Your professional skills, knowledge base and your natural and learned abilities will help you cultivate your new career in a new industry or venture in the entrepreneurship. Resources: Need … Continue reading Career Revamp – 2. Putting Your Plan Together
Coronavirus and It’s Career Implications
https://youtu.be/OAFeM40R-Tg In light of the pandemic, the Coronavirus which has spread all over the world, we are all directly affected in one way or the other. You are either have been sent home from work or school or have your independent work decrease or disappear with all the changes. We have to be careful and … Continue reading Coronavirus and It’s Career Implications
Get Your Career Transition Moving!
https://youtu.be/c9KWf3Cf2OM There are no shortage of people who HATE their current job. Monday mornings are cringe worthy for many...Is it that you hate the job or industry? Are you looking to change your career path or just establish one? Do you want to change your career path from employee to entrepreneur? If anyone of these … Continue reading Get Your Career Transition Moving!