The Real Reason You’re Not Getting Traction
(It’s Not Your Resume)
You’ve updated your resume.
Tightened your LinkedIn.
Sent out applications, followed up on referrals, even joined a few networking calls.
So why aren’t you getting interviews?
Here’s the truth that surprises a lot of job see...
Stop Discounting Your Startup Experience: How to Talk About “Scrappy” Work in Corporate Interviews
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Recently, a client said:
“I’m worried they won’t see my startup work as relevant.”
Sound familiar?
If you’ve ever tried to explain your “scrappy,” all-hands-on-deck experience to a big company and seen eyes glaze over—this is for you.
Let’s sh...
Should I Apply Anyway? What to Do When You’re Not a “Perfect” Match
 A client recently said to me:
“It checks so many boxes... but I’m missing one or two of their requirements. Should I apply?”
If you’ve ever hesitated before clicking “Submit” on a job posting, you’re not alone.
But here’s what I want you to hear:
Don’t Just Show What You’ve Done—Show What You’ll Do
When you're up for a promotion, the biggest mistake you can make is treating it like a performance review.
This isn’t about rewarding your past.
It’s about investing in your future.
In other words: they’re not paying you for what you’ve done.
They’...
How to Write a Compelling Introduction Letter to a Decision Maker
"I know you're the right person for this role."
That's what the VP told my client—before the job was even posted.
Most job seekers wait for openings. The smart ones create them through strategic introduction letters that position them as problem-so...
How to Build Your Job Search Confidence—Even When You’re Not Getting Much Feedback
Silence Doesn’t Mean You’re Doing It Wrong
One of the hardest parts of job searching today? The lack of feedback.
➡️ You apply—no response.
➡️ You interview—weeks of silence.
➡️ You network—polite “thanks for reaching out,” but no next step.
When ...
You’re Not “Bugging Them”: How to Follow Up Without the Fear
"I don't want to bug them."
If I had a dollar for every time a client said this, I could retire. Again.
Last week, a VP of Sales told me she'd been waiting three weeks to follow up after a fantastic interview with General Mills. "What if they think...
“Am I Being Too Picky?”: Why Selectivity Is a Strength, Not a Flaw
You Don’t Have to Just Take the Next Job
In coaching sessions lately, I’ve heard this from smart, capable professionals:
➡️ “I’m afraid I’m being too picky.”
➡️ “Should I lower my expectations?”
➡️ “I don’t want to seem entitled.”
If you’ve though...
“Is It Too Late for Me?”: How to Stay Competitive (and Confident) at Mid-Career and Beyond
Age Doesn’t Disqualify You—Mindset Does
In coaching calls lately, I’ve heard this question come up again and again:
➡️ “Am I too experienced for this role?”
➡️ “I worry I’m being passed over because of my age.”
➡️ “Do companies really want someone ...
“But I Don’t Have the Right Title”: How to Talk About Your Experience So It Works for You
Your Title Doesn’t Tell the Whole Story—You Do
A theme that’s surfaced in recent coaching sessions:
➡️ “I want this Director role, but my last title was Senior Manager.”
➡️ “I know I can do this VP job, but I’ve never held that exact title.”
➡️ “I’m ...
