The Career Coaching Blog
Here you will find 100+ blog posts on a variety of topics related to the job search process.
Depending on your point of view, the rapid advancement of AI in the workplace can be either very exciting or extremely terrifying. A few years ago, skills in AI were specialized and niche. Now, a basic understanding of how to use AI tools is becoming an essential skill in countless roles. As machines take over […]
Searching for a job can sometimes feel like sending paper airplanes into a storm. You spend hours crafting applications, only to wonder if anyone on the other side is actually seeing them. In a competitive market, having the right skills often isn’t enough—you need to make sure the right people know you have them. This […]
Congratulations! You’ve just gotten a call back from one of your resume submissions, and you’re scheduled for a job interview! Now what? You’ll find loads of advice online about what to say and do during a job interview (including right here on this blog, by the way)…but the fact is, what you do before the […]
To say we’re living through a moment of rapid change is the understatement of the century. Headlines about artificial intelligence can feel relentless, and for many job seekers, they bring up a very understandable question: Where do I fit in? If you’ve felt a ripple of anxiety about how AI impacts your career prospects, please […]
It’s impossible to ignore the conversation happening everywhere from boardrooms to family dinners: will artificial intelligence take over our jobs? If you’re “between jobs” as 2026 approaches–or if you’re feeling a bit job-insecure in your current position–this question can feel especially heavy. The headlines often paint a picture of automated workplaces and mass unemployment, which […]
You sit there staring at another job posting, your cursor hovering over the “Apply Now” button. But instead of clicking, you hear that familiar voice: “You’re not qualified enough.” “They’ll never pick you.” “You’ll just embarrass yourself in the interview.” Sound familiar? You’re not alone. The job search process can feel like navigating a minefield […]
During the holiday season, it’s a common assumption that the professional world slows to a crawl, with hiring managers out of the office and companies pausing their recruitment efforts until the new year. This common belief leads many job seekers to put their search on hold, deciding to wait for January to resume their efforts. […]
That familiar feeling of restlessness is creeping in again. You’ve mastered your current job role, checked off all the boxes, and yet something feels missing. You’re no longer challenged, excited, or growing in your position. If this sounds like you, you’re experiencing one of the most common career crossroads: outgrowing your job title. This plateau […]
Searching for a new job can feel like a full-time job in itself. One day, you’re fine-tuning your resume; the next, you’re networking, filling out applications, or preparing for interviews. With so many strategies and moving parts to manage, it’s easy to get bogged down in the details—or simply find yourself procrastinating when you get […]
There’s something deeply fulfilling about giving back to your community. Whether you’re serving meals at a local shelter, mentoring young professionals, or helping build homes for families in need, volunteering connects us to something bigger than ourselves. It reminds us that we have the power to make a difference in someone else’s life, and in […]