If you've never had to work from home it can take some adjustment.
I've just made a checklist of daily reminders for work, rest and play for Spring/Summer 2020.
Let me know if you'd like a copy for your desktop.
Meanwhile, in this post, we look at Routine, Ritual, Rules and more…
Read MoreToday I want to share a technique that I know will help when you feel triggered or fear.
Plus, my prediction for your future success.
Read MoreThe problem with fear is that it throws us off centre. We get in our heads and out of our bodies. We lose our sense of self.
We’re in the middle of something big and we don’t know where it’s going.
In this post, I’m sharing simple but powerful techniques on how to get and stay steady when the world around you is shaking.
Read MoreSome of us may have experienced bullying, bad leadership and management, gender pay gaps, office politics in the corporate workplace. Even redundancy can leave you feeling worse for wear.
Maybe you know someone who is struggling now, or maybe it’s you?
It's hard to come out the other side unscathed.
Read MoreWe know that job searching has highs and lows. I’ve often described it as an emotional rollercoaster and you can understand why.
In this post you’ll find my ‘anti-panic’ recipe to accompany your job search.
Read MoreAre you at a crossroads?
The type of crossroads where it feels like your personal and professional life is at loggerheads.
If so, keep reading!
Read MoreDo you enjoy selling yourself in interviews?
It's so much easier to sell a brand, a product or a service, isn’t it!
Want some tips on how to feel more confident in selling yourself in interviews?
Read MoreI'm not a fan of the term ‘midlife crisis’, are you?
Read MoreWhen was the last time you had a real conversation about your career and work?
Do we need a fireside chat?
Read MoreDon’t be in such a hurry to work it all out, there’s no need to panic – really there isn’t.
I know, easier said than done – especially at this time of year with ‘new year, new you’ every which way you turn.
So, let me help you to drown out some of that noise.
It’s time to start designing your life on your terms.
Read MoreTo go in the dark with a light is to know the light.
To know the dark, go dark. Go without sight,
and find that the dark, too, blooms and sings,
and is travelled by dark feet and dark wings.
Wendell Berry
Read MoreJamie is the founder and candle-maker of his gorgeous brand ‘Oh, James..,’
I love his candles, the quality, the smells and the branding. You can see he’s got great attention to detail but I’ll let you into a little secret! …
Read MoreThis is one of my secret favourite shoe brands.
Ops&Ops is a luxe 1960s inspired shoes and boots brand, designed in London and handmade in Portugal.
It's a day to night (or night to day) shoe. The choice is yours!
Let’s meet Stephanie Jones, co-founder and shoe-maker…
Read MoreI don't know about you but I love hearing about other peoples' businesses, it's so inspiring!
We all know that business ownership can be tough. It comes with its highs and lows but let's not forget the dreams that sparked us into action.
I've been planning to run a series of five-minute interviews with founders, business owners and dream-makers for ages and I’ve started today. I’m kicking off with journalist turned shoemaker and a fashion buying director turned candlemaker.
If you’ve found your niche and taken an exciting career twist – let me know!
Read MoreIn 2014 I crossed the threshold and launched Tracy Short & Co.
Today, I help companies to recruit great people and I coach senior executives – mainly from fashion, luxury and creative companies – on how to nail interviews and land great jobs. It's not about status, fancy reports or documents – just good work.
Read MoreAfter doing a bit of a 'Marie Kondo' on all things digital at Tracy Short & Co HQ it struck me that career coaching is a decluttering process (or can be).
Whilst I’m no wardrobe clearing expert I do know a thing or two about careers.
Like Kondo, I won’t do it for you but I will give the guidance, support and accountability needed to get the job done.
Read MoreIt’s the beginning of a new year – one of the best times to create fresh plans.
I’m excited about that – are you?
Working with a my career coaching client always feels exciting.
Something about shedding the old, outdated ways and thinking. It's a bit like a snake shedding its skin to allow for more growth.
But even if you’re not working with a coach you can still set the wheels in motion for change and growth.
Have you ever tried coaching yourself?
Read MorePersonal brand is the one thing that will make you stand out in a crowded industry and marketplace. No matter what you’re offering, your personal brand is the thing making you unique, memorable and all-round awesome.
And the beauty of personal brand is that you can cultivate one.
Read MoreIf you’ve got questions about what I do and how I can help you please do ask. Some of the FAQs are here…
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