Now that the last graduation party is finished, your diploma has been sent off for framing, and your duffle bag is packed for that once-in-a-lifetime trip to Europe, you might be thinking, “What do I do next? How do I find a job?” It’s tough out there.  With the National Unemployment Rate standing around 9%, there are a lot of experienced people without jobs.  How does a new grad, someone without the knowledge of the workforce compete with everyone else?  Start by getting organized.  Create a plan.  Understand your goals.  Your immediate goals, that is.  What is right for you today may not be…

These days re-entering the work force can be a pretty daunting experience.  There are so many things to do, and so many ways to do them, it can be overwhelming.  Just remember, you’re not alone.   There are many workers out there who are entering the second or even third phase of their professional life.  (I’m one of those people!) These days, remaining employed in the same field for an entire career is pretty slim. By thinking of the steps needed to begin moving forward, and planning each one out, you can get started.  Here are a few tips to help you along the way....  First is to develop …

Help!! I’m Being Pulled in a Million Different Directions How many things do you have going on at one time?  If you’re anything like me, the answer is probably: more things than I can think of ….working, shuttling the kids from one activity to another, making dinner, helping with homework, getting the kids to bed….and then before you know it, the craziness starts all over again …..  It’s exhausting to write it all down and even more exhausting to live it every day. There is a light at the end of the proverbial tunnel, if you plan correctly.  It’s all about Time Management.  I have clients who…