How should I navigate a career pivot?

First and foremost, you have to be clear on what you want to achieve.  If you are looking to leave a specific career field, it’s important to discuss your goals with someone who is in the career field you are looking to enter. Review the required capabilities needed for your new field and map your current skills to determine where you meet/exceed and the skills gaps. 

How do I recover from a failure?

Own it! Study the failure and figure out your part of the failure equation. This isn’t the time to place blame. The self-reflection and course correction are necessary to determine a game plan to get back in the game better than ever. This is a time to solicit the input from your mentors and advisors. Don’t have mentors…head over to the blog to find out ways to develop meaningful professional relationships. Navigating a successful career is a team sport. Who is on your team?

What is career management?

Simply put, career management is looking at your career in bite-size time blocks to ensure you are moving in your desired direction. In addition to building meaningful networks and seeking key opportunities to continue on your career progression. Keep in mind, career management it not always about progression or promotion. It’s managing a career pivot, career pauses, and even your overall career brand.

What is business etiquette?

A good friend of mine and I talk often about understanding the unspoken rules, the culture or climate of an organization. What is the best way to navigate in a business setting. With many first generation professionals, the ‘rules’ may be unknown. Well, I’m here to provide the playbook!

Why is my personal brand important?

Your personal brand will translate into your overall ‘professional persona'.  It's more than just coming to work and delivering great products.  This is your authentic whole self shaped to ensure you stand out as a leader.