Leveraging Weak Ties and Unlikely Opportunities: The Hidden Power of Your Network
Why Your Next CPG Role Might Come from Someone You Barely Remember
When she first reached out, one of my clients told me she felt "stuck in a loop."
Same messages. Same people. Same lack of movement.
She'd been leaning hard on her inner circle — h...
Winding Down Your Job Search: What to Do After You’ve Accepted an Offer
 Your Job Search Isn’t Over the Moment You Say “Yes”
You’ve done it. After months of networking, interviews, and follow-ups, you’ve landed the offer and officially accepted a new role. Congratulations!
But before you completely close this chapter, ...
From Job Search Chaos to Clarity: How to Stay Focused and Get Results
She had 37 browser tabs open.
LinkedIn Jobs. Indeed. Company careers pages. Half-written cover letters. A spreadsheet tracking applications she'd already forgotten about.
"I feel like I'm drowning," she told me. "I'm doing everything, but nothing's...
Interviewing Is Networking: How Every Conversation Builds Your Career
Every Interview Is a Networking Opportunity
When most people think about interviews, they only focus on landing the job. But here’s the thing—interviews are so much more than that. They’re opportunities to expand your network, build relationships, an...
From “Trying Hard” to “Leading the Process”: The Shift That Helps You Land the Right Role
Working Harder Isn’t the Same as Interviewing Smarter
A theme that’s come up again and again in coaching lately:
➡️ “I’m doing everything I can—I just don’t know why it isn’t landing.”
These clients aren’t under-prepared.
They aren’t lacking quali...
Networking Isn’t Just for Job Seekers — It’s a Career Skill for Everyone
If you're not actively job searching but want to support others in your network who are, you may wonder what value you can bring.
Here's the truth: You don’t need to be a hiring manager or recruiter to be an invaluable networking contact.
Especiall...
Why Collaboration Beats Competition in a Job Search
When you're in a job search, it’s easy to feel like you're competing with everyone around you. But what if the fastest path to your next opportunity isn't competition at all—it's collaboration?
Let me share a story about two marketers—both experienc...
What to Do When You’ve Been in the Job Search Longer Than Expected
You’re Not Failing — You’re in the Middle of the Process
If your job search has taken longer than you expected, I want to start with this:
➡️ You’re not alone. You’re not failing. You’re not behind.
I work with talented, experienced professionals e...
How to Network as an Introvert (and Actually Enjoy It)
Networking Doesn’t Have to Feel Forced, Awkward, or Exhausting
If you’re an introvert, you’re probably used to hearing advice that feels overwhelming:
➡️ “Put yourself out there!”
➡️ “Go to every event you can!”
➡️ “Just reach out and ask for what y...
The Mistake Job Seekers Make When Talking About Their Value (And What to Do Instead)
If You’re Listing Job Duties in Interviews, You’re Missing the Point
One of the most common mistakes I see job seekers make — even really talented, experienced professionals — is talking about their value in terms of responsibilities instead of resu...
