Welcome to my blog where you will find coaching and career consulting articles for different news outlets, run events, workshops, public speaking on hiring/recruiting and some coaching advice.
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The #1 thing job seekers should do when submitting their online applications? Take action! That's what I share with my Move Up Mindset Career Community group --a free monthly community
- October 20, 2022
- 10:06 pm
Unfortunately, just being a “first-degree connection” to someone online doesn’t always mean they’re there to help, let alone, even answer your request. But there are a few simple things you
- October 15, 2022
- 4:51 pm
In this video I did for the #WorkforceHawaii hybrid job fair last year, I discuss how to interview successfully using a specific method - situation, task (action), and result. This
- October 15, 2022
- 4:27 pm
The following key points can help guide anyone taking on new responsibilities as they embark down their path towards becoming leaders:
- October 15, 2022
- 4:03 pm
When you are asked to lead a team, there is never an easy answer. You might be excited about the opportunity but also scared because it feels like too much
- October 3, 2022
- 11:56 pm
You should be doing more than sending the perfunctory “Thank you for your time” email if you want the job.
- October 3, 2022
- 11:52 pm
Mary Despe sheds light as to what the hiring manager is really looking for and how you can stand out and position yourself to be a desirable candidate above other
- October 3, 2022
- 11:23 pm
There comes a time in a professional’s career where they're asked to lead a team. However, you never picture your first leadership experience to be guiding a group that knows
- September 25, 2022
- 5:58 pm
You've been looking for a change. Maybe you want to do something more challenging or take on an entirely different career path altogether? If so, it is never too late!
- September 25, 2022
- 5:03 pm
If salary is one of the first things that come up during your next interview (and it probably should be!), then this video will help give some insight into why
- September 12, 2022
- 5:30 pm
The dread of being asked about your salary requirements in job interviews is real. But what if there was a right answer to this question? Would you fail at getting
- September 12, 2022
- 3:45 pm
Ever wonder which path is right for your career advancement -- Individual Contributor vs. Manager?
- August 10, 2022
- 1:58 pm