Articles & Career Tips

Are Women Coming Back to Work?

Since the pandemic,  I’ve noticed that I see many more men than women in my career coaching practice.  I’m very happy to work with my male clients, but I wonder how the women are managing their careers. Pre-pandemic unemployment was … Continue reading →

Entrepreneurial Work in the Age of COVID

Unfortunately, huge numbers of people have lost their jobs as a result of the pandemic.  Yet, losing a job often opens the door to self-employment and the entrepreneurial spirit. Many of those people — from millennials to senior executives — … Continue reading →

Negotiating a Job Offer

You’re excited because you got an offer! Negotiate the terms of your job offer before you accept it. This is your opportunity to begin building a relationship with your new employer while creating a satisfying compensation package for yourself. Begin … Continue reading →

Negotiating a Severance Package If You Lose Your Job

Losing one’s job is always somewhat traumatic, but you can minimize the upset if you have a plan for negotiating the terms for a severance package. In an article by Deborah Acosta, she offers a number of suggestions for becoming a … Continue reading →

Should You Return to the Company that Laid You Off?

When you were first laid off or furloughed, you might have felt that you would do anything to have your job back. But time has passed, you’ve been turned down for other positions and the bank account is thin. Suddenly … Continue reading →