Some say the fashion industry is a young person's game with its pace and salaries. And let's face it, by the time you've reached a certain age and attended more than enough envelope-opening parties – can you be arsed with the competition and the drama caused by runway seating plans?
You may feel you've outgrown the industry and want to leave, but what if you don’t?
The fashion industry has a grip on you – will it ever lose its appeal?
Read MoreRedundancy isn’t personal, it’s a business decision which affects you and your career – of course, it feels personal.
Read MoreHow bad do things need to get before you ask for help?
Some days are ok, and some days flow but others are miserable and unbearable. I know how it feels.
Read MoreFinding a job isn’t easy. There are fewer jobs at your level, and it's a difficult market. The weeks roll into months and self-doubt kicks in. But nobody talks about how it feels.
Read MoreRedundancy could be a fresh start – a chance to wipe the slate clean, take a breather, catch up on life, change your lifestyle, pause and smell the coffee.
Read MoreBehind the scenes of my career services, it's not all CVs and job search strategies. I'm helping people to figure things out, work out their career options, and work through self-doubt and all manner of concerns.
This is what happens when self-doubt is driving your career.
Read MoreLaunching the Career Accelerator in 2018 was a turning point for me and my career services. Inspired by a client who unknowingly stretched and tested me but ultimately gave me the push I needed.
Read MoreIf you decide to work with a career coach, here are some things to consider when choosing the right one for you.
Read MoreNeed some help working out your next move?
Then let’s go behind the scenes of your career – past, present and, future with this simple, three-step strategy.
Read MoreThis week I opened the doors to The Career Clinic – because sometimes all you need is a quick consultation or a one-off session.
Read MorePeople lose their confidence for all sorts of reasons – redundancy, career blips, difficult bosses, job hunting, midlife crisis, imposter syndrome… the list goes on.
Don’t assume that everyone else has nailed it. Some people are very good at putting on a brave face.
Confidence is like a muscle that needs to be exercised so let’s get you working and cultivating your inner confidence and self-belief.
Read MoreYour career path is wonderfully eclectic, it’s rarely linear but it is connected.
If you haven't mapped out your career story, I recommend that you do. Joining the dots is a powerful exercise.
Read MoreWhen was the last time you gave your career a health check?
Chances are it’s not that high enough on a long list of priorities. That’s until you’re unhappy at work or looking for a job, then it becomes the priority.
If you don’t prioritise your career happiness and wellbeing, who will?
Read MoreReflecting on the year that's passed and wrapping up 2021 with my 12 blog collection.
They’ve been inspired by my client work and people who are facing similar challenges to you so I hope you find them helpful.
Read MoreSeptember has always been about change, an energy shift after a long lazy summer.
Will this September be different?
Read MoreSome people have put their career ambitions on the backburner with so many unknowns and plates spinning. Some have lost their jobs whilst others have quit. Regardless of whether they’re staying put or looking for a new opportunity, they want more from work life in terms of quality and fulfilment.
Read MorePeople work with career coaches for many reasons – because they feel stuck in a rut and demotivated, at a work/life crossroads, hungry for promotion, looking for their next role, or simply because they want to 'finesse' their CV and impress the board!
I’ve been compiling a list of reasons that people have turned to me for help and although I’ve got to 90+ I have no doubt that I’ve missed a few!
Read MoreIt's Mental Health Awareness Week and it couldn't have come at a better time.
Over on LinkedIn this week I’ve tackled some of the subjects that aren’t openly discussed and should be. More of that here…
Read MoreUse the lockdown wisely, allocate time to work on your career and profile, give yourself a competitive advantage and put yourself in a stronger position for what comes next.
Download my latest guide – 15 things every director should be doing for their career right now!
Read MoreAre you using the stay-at-home time to prepare for a fresh approach?
Companies will be doing that.
If there was ever a time to work on your professional brand and profile – it’s now!
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