Equal Pay Day: How to Handle Being Asked to Take on an Additional Role Without Extra Pay
On Equal Pay Day, it's crucial to recognize when you're being asked to take on an entire additional role at work for no extra pay. Learn how to protect your value, set clear expectations, and ensure you're fairly compensated for the added workload and impact you're making. Don't sell yourself short—your contributions deserve recognition.
Optimize Your LinkedIn Profile with the LinkedIn Remedy for Career Success
Don’t miss out on new opportunities! Learn how to optimize your LinkedIn profile with a tailored approach to attract recruiters for your next role. Get personalized updates to your headline, About section, and more with the LinkedIn Remedy.
Why Flexibility Drives Success for Executive Teams and Women Leaders
Flexibility in the workplace is crucial for driving success and attracting top talent. For women leaders, flexibility is even more important as it helps balance professional and personal responsibilities. Learn how offering flexibility can empower teams and make your organization more competitive in the talent market.
What to Do Before and After a Layoff
Concerned about layoffs? Learn proactive steps to protect your career and immediate actions to take after a layoff, from gathering key metrics to negotiating severance.
Career Lessons from My First Job: Insights That Shaped My Business
The lessons I learned at my first job at 14 have shaped how I run my solopreneur business today. Learn how customer service tips like quick responses and seamless delivery can make a lasting impact.
Why I'm Working Against False Urgency This Year
This year, I'm saying no to false urgency. By prioritizing organization, setting boundaries, and making time for what matters, I’ve found balance as a solopreneur, mom, and executive résumé writer.
How Strategic Positioning Helped a Client Land a Remote CMO Role with a 30% Raise
A client transitioned from Marketing Director to a remote CMO role with a 30% raise, thanks to a tailored résumé and optimized LinkedIn profile. Strategic executive branding and highlighting key accomplishments made all the difference. Learn how to stand out in your career journey.
How to Advocate for Yourself and Negotiate Your Worth
Are you ready to negotiate your worth confidently? Start by connecting your contributions to company successes. From quantifying your wins to owning your story, this guide will help you show up prepared and advocate for your true value.
How to Recognize and Communicate Your Executive Value
Women often face undervaluation at work, but recognizing your professional value can change everything. Learn to connect your impact to your company's goals, quantify your contributions, and share compelling stories that position you as a leader.
Boost Your Entrepreneurial Credibility on LinkedIn with a Business Page
Entrepreneurs and consultants, make your experience shine on LinkedIn! A business page adds legitimacy, connects recommendations to your brand, and prevents others from misusing your business name. It's a simple yet powerful way to elevate your professional presence.
How to Navigate Severance Negotiations During Layoffs
Layoffs are hitting hard, but you can protect yourself. Start by updating your résumé and LinkedIn profile, documenting contributions, and understanding severance standards. Negotiating severance effectively, including benefits like extended healthcare, can make all the difference. Stay prepared and proactive!
How to Keep Your Executive Resume to Two Pages Without Sacrificing Impact
Executive resumes should be concise and focused. Learn how to cut down your resume to two pages by showcasing only the most impactful achievements, removing outdated job details, and streamlining your experience to ensure your leadership stands out.
Stop Apologizing for Simply Existing: A Leadership Perspective
Women and leaders often apologize unnecessarily. This post explores why we do this, the impact it has on our confidence, and how fostering an environment of gratitude and constructive feedback can empower teams to embrace their presence unapologetically.
Should You Leave a Job Before Finding a New One? Insights for Burned-Out Executives
Feeling burned out and overwhelmed in your current job? Here's why leaving before finding a new role may not negatively impact your job search—and how it can actually give you the clarity and confidence to make a better career move.
Staying Relevant in a Wobbly Job Market
The job market may be unpredictable, but opportunities still exist. Learn five strategies to stay relevant: grow your network, invest in professional development, refresh your résumé and LinkedIn, demonstrate thought leadership, and stay proactive. Adapt and thrive in any market!
Personalized Outplacement Services for Career Transitions
Outplacement services are essential for supporting employees through layoffs, ensuring they leave with the tools to secure their next opportunity. What sets my services apart is the personalized approach, providing 1:1 coaching, tailored strategies, and impactful career documents that help individuals land roles faster and with confidence. Let’s connect if you’re looking to provide exceptional outplacement support to your team.
Preparing for Senior-Level Interviews: Key Areas to Focus On
As you move up in your career, mastering the bigger picture becomes essential in senior-level interviews. For candidates aiming for VP or C-suite positions, understanding company market position, industry trends, leadership dynamics, and stakeholder relationships is crucial. Effective prep not only includes knowing the job description but also being able to discuss the company’s competitive edge and strategic direction. Ready for your next senior role? Let's talk about how to get prepared.
The Cost of Integrity: Why Transparency and Honesty Matter in Hiring
As we navigate the hiring landscape, especially at the executive level, it's easy to become disillusioned by fraudulent practices that seem to "pay off." But as Mark Baum from The Big Short reminds us, fraud eventually catches up. In a world of shortcuts, integrity, honesty, and transparency will always yield greater long-term dividends. Learn why doing business with these values in mind will lead to more sustainable success.
5 Key Takeaways for from My Evanston Chamber of Commerce Presentation
In my recent presentation with the Evanston Chamber of Commerce, I shared key strategies for small businesses to harness LinkedIn’s potential. From using a personal profile to building a strong lead magnet with your profile, here are the top takeaways to boost your LinkedIn presence and grow your business without paying for ads. Plus, LinkedIn can be fun—learn how to make it work for you!
The Power of Honesty in Career Success: A Lesson from My Banana Republic Days
From my early days at Banana Republic to helping clients land bigger roles, honesty has been my guiding principle. Learn how offering truthful advice and language can elevate your career, boost confidence, and secure better opportunities.