Careers Rarely Follow a Straight Line
When I started work, the accepted wisdom was clear: work hard, climb the ladder, and you’d eventually reach the corner office. Careers were meant to follow neat ten-year plans. But here’s the truth: even back then, straight-line careers were rare. Redundancies happened, family responsibilities reshaped priorities, and whole industries shifted. My own career, like many […]
Should You Turn Your Hobby into a Business? The Dream, and the Reality
You love baking. Or gardening. Or photography, knitting, writing, or woodwork. Friends admire your creations and say, “You should sell this!” You wonder if they’re right. Could your passion become your livelihood? It’s a lovely idea. And sometimes, it works brilliantly. But not always. Turning a hobby into a business changes the relationship you have […]
When Your Boss Seems to Have It In for You
You’ve worked hard. You know your job. But lately, something’s off. Your boss is curt, overly critical, or seems to be micromanaging everything you do. You start to second-guess yourself. You dread meetings. And you wonder, what changed? Why does it feel like they’ve got it in for you? A strained relationship with a manager […]
Now You Can Step Up – Returning to Work After Raising a Family
For many parents, the years of raising children involve a delicate dance, fitting work around school runs, term times, and being the one who’s always available in a crisis. Some manage this by working part-time or freelancing. Others press pause on paid employment altogether. But once the children are grown or more independent, a window […]
When the Nest Empties – What Now for You?
The last child has left for university. The house is quiet, maybe a little too quiet. The kitchen stays tidier, the washing basket isn’t overflowing, and there are fewer shoes by the door. For many parents, this shift brings a strange mix of pride, freedom, and an ache that’s hard to put into words. It’s […]
What Is Meaning at Work?
Work is more than a monthly salary. It is where we spend a significant portion of our lives, shaping not just our identity but also our sense of purpose and contribution. But what makes work meaningful? Meaning at work has been explored through various lenses: psychology, anthropology, sociology, and organizational studies—all attempting to define why […]
Overcome never ready syndrome
From Preparation to Action: Overcoming the ‘Never Ready’ Syndrome In today’s fast-paced world, continuous learning and improvement are valuable traits. However, when the pursuit of knowledge becomes an obstacle to taking action, it can hinder personal and professional growth. Many individuals find themselves stuck in a cycle of perpetual preparation, always feeling that they need […]
Transform Your Career Through Thought Awareness
The impact of thought awareness. Your mind processes approximately 60,000 thoughts each day. These thoughts shape your career decisions, professional relationships, and ultimately, your success. Yet many of us navigate our careers without truly understanding how our thought patterns influence our professional choices and outcomes. The Hidden Impact of Career-Related Thoughts Research in cognitive psychology […]
Purposeful Careers: Your Guide to Finding Meaningful Work in a Changing World
In today’s rapidly evolving job market, the concept of a “job for life” has become obsolete. Whether you’re launching your career, contemplating a mid-life transition, or planning your next professional chapter, one question remains universal: How can you create a career that truly matters? Why Your Career Needs Purpose The modern workplace is transforming at […]
How to choose a career coach
I wrote this document many years ago; it used to be on my resources page, but somehow it got missed on a website update. Found today, I’ve reviewed it and like it. How do you make a choice? Here are the questions you need to ask to ensure you get the right career coach for […]
