If you’ve created a Target Company List (and if not, you can always revisit last week’s post), then you’re ready to move from planning into action. Where’s the best place to start? Your Power Circle. These are people who already know, like, and trust you. They believe in you and want you to succeed.

When most people think about networking in a job search, they picture telling friends and family, “Hey, let me know if you hear of anything.” That’s a start, but unfortunately, it won’t get you very far.

Before your network can truly support you, you need to point it in the right direction. One of the most powerful (and most overlooked) steps in a job search is creating a Target Company List. This is a curated group of 10-25 organizations that align with your values and career goals.

As a career transition coach, I work with professionals who are ready for a change. Often, they’re stuck in roles that no longer resonate with them. Maybe they’re feeling undervalued, exhausted, or just plain bored. Sometimes, they’ve been unhappy for years. And like many of my clients, they come in hoping to find the dream job - the perfect role that will make everything click.

Money can be planned for - financial planning is essential, and that’s where we come in! But the truth is, money isn’t the only barrier holding people back from taking a break. While finances are often cited as the reason, they’re sometimes used as a convenient excuse to avoid addressing deeper concerns. Before diving into the financial side, it’s essential to tackle other key obstacles that prevent professionals from making their sabbatical dreams a reality.

Here are three significant concerns we’ve found that often keep people from moving forward with their plans. These lingering questions and doubts can stall the steps needed to bring your sabbatical vision to life.

I work with a lot of clients who tell me they don’t love social media. Honestly? Same here. LinkedIn is the only platform I use, strictly for professional purposes.

So I get the resistance. But if you’re a job seeker, I have to be honest: LinkedIn is too valuable to ignore.

“I wish I had known about this website years ago.”

This is something I hear all the time from clients once they discover O*NET, a powerful—and completely free—career exploration tool.

When working with career coaching clients, one of the most common concerns I hear is the fear that they don’t have the relevant skills to transition into their desired job. The truth is, most of the time, that fear isn’t warranted. People often have a wealth of transferable skills that can be applied to their next role—it’s just a matter of recognizing them, articulating them effectively, and positioning them in a strategic way on your professional materials (resume, cover letter, LinkedIn).

One of the most important steps in any career transition is getting clear on why you want to make a change. A job search—especially one that involves learning new skills, entering a different industry, or adjusting to a new work environment—requires significant effort. The last thing you want is to go through that process only to realize you changed the wrong thing.

I often hear clients say, "Every time I try to update my resume, I stare at the screen and feel completely stuck."

If you’ve ever felt this way, you’re not alone! Resume writing is challenging for many professionals, and I believe there are a few key reasons why.

I’ve been reflecting lately on the balance between what we can control in our careers and what we can’t. Have you thought about this too?

This question often comes up in my work with job seekers, particularly when someone feels like they’ve done everything right—but they still aren’t landing interviews or getting offers.

Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about this question: Does my work really matter?

Maybe you’ve been wondering the same thing.

With the world in a state of deep unrest and major shifts unfolding in government and society, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed, discouraged, or powerless. Despair often leads to apathy, and apathy can make us feel like nothing we do will make a difference. 

But at the same time, I see so many people asking: What can I do? How can I help? Where can I make a difference?

If you’re a female business owner selling coaching packages, online courses, or other digital programs, you know that closing the sale can be the hardest part of a 1:1 call. You’ve had a great conversation, your prospective client is interested, but when it’s time to ask for the sale, you freeze or feel awkward.

Here’s the truth: Asking for the sale doesn’t have to feel pushy. When done right, it’s simply an invitation for your potential client to step into transformation. Let’s talk about how to confidently ask for a sale.

If you’ve been impacted by the recent federal layoffs, you may be facing an unfamiliar job market and wondering what comes next. Transitioning to the private sector shares many similarities with any job search, but there are key differences that can make the process feel unfamiliar. Understanding these unique challenges and how to navigate them will set you up for success.

You've launched your own business - congrats!

Now let's sign that first client 🎉

Whether you're a consultant, an online course creator, just launched a marketing agency, or sell 1:1 coaching sessions - you're going to attract your first client in very similar ways.

And yes - big picture, you'll want to put together a long-term marketing strategy to consistently bring new clients into your world.

But for now, let's focus on 10 things that you can do to move the needle NOW and FAST to start bringing some cash flow into your business.

Teenage and young adult me used to skip events because of cystic and inflamed acne.

Current me hasn't worn a lick of face makeup in years, and is forever thankful that I found miracle products that have changed the life of my skin.

Here's a sneak peek into my daily routine and products that have changed my life (and my overall spending on beauty products).

I’ve been seeing more and more people posting a full copy of their resume on LinkedIn—either directly on their profile or as a post to share with their network.

I completely understand the desire to do this. When you’re job searching, it’s natural to want to make it as easy as possible for recruiters and hiring managers to find you. And LinkedIn is a great place to build connections and opportunities!

However, I don’t typically recommend posting your full resume, and here’s why.

As a business owner, you know that posting on social media can be a great way to bring new clients into your space. But it can also be exhausting:

• The endless need to create new content

• Staring at the computer with no idea of what to post

• Scrutinizing everything you do post, hoping that it connects with your audience

Next time you’re creating a social media post, put it through this checklist. This is the exact checklist I use to review each piece of content before it goes live online.

It takes an average post idea and turns it into something that’s deeper, more thoughtful, and more aligned with your ideal client’s wants and needs.

Interviews can be nerve-wracking, but they don’t have to be!

Whether you’re gearing up for your first interview or you’re a seasoned pro, there’s always room for improvement. Mastering the art of the interview can significantly increase your chances of landing the job you want.

Here’s how you can crush every interview with confidence and leave a lasting impression.

Tell me if this sounds familiar: You went to school, got the degree, landed your first job, and everything was great for a while. But now you feel… lost. Like the spark is gone, or maybe you’re meant for something else.

It’s completely NORMAL to feel like you want to make a shift in your career! That might mean:

• Transitioning into a higher level of leadership

• Making a lateral move to a similar position in a different field

• Going back to school to get a different degree

• Changing your entire career trajectory

Whether you’re pivoting because you want more fulfillment, flexibility, or just a fresh challenge, it’s entirely possible to start a new career, even without a lot of experience.

Sudden wealth can bring about a whirlwind of emotions and challenges that are often unexpected and overwhelming. These challenges don't stem from a specific monetary amount but rather from the significant lifestyle and mindset changes that come with a financial windfall. Here are some common themes associated with sudden wealth, explored in more detail.