by Vikki | Dec 7, 2024 | Activities, Career Advice, Career Development, Job Search
Navigating multiple job offers can feel both exciting and overwhelming. If you’re in this position, you’re not alone—many professionals face the same challenge. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you make a confident, informed decision based on a recent...
by Vikki | Oct 14, 2024 | Activities, Career Advice, Career Development, Strengths
One of the key pieces of information you need to develop a comprehensive development plan is an idea of what excites you or what you are passionate about. Understanding your passions can serve as a compass, guiding you toward goals that are not only fulfilling but...
by Vikki | Feb 1, 2023 | Career Advice, Musings, Resilience, Strengths
Today is February 1, 2023. I retired from my High Tech Corporate job yesterday after 31.5 years. It is a large corporation, and I grew up there. I had a few other jobs before I started in 1991; however, they were co-op (intern) positions or gigs. Leaving my first...
by Vikki | Jan 28, 2023 | Career Advice, Career Development, Mentoring
Preventative maintenance or emergency room visit? How Much Time When I teach and present Career Development topics, attendees ask, “How much time should I spend on career planning and development?” Here’s how I answer this question. Think about your health. Do...
by Vikki | Jan 13, 2023 | Career Advice, Job Search, Resume
Some years back, I was coaching at a resume workshop when I overheard a fellow coach discussing a different way of presenting accomplishments. I love learning from others and took some time to listen to what she was advising at her table since her advice differed from...
by Vikki | Jan 5, 2023 | Career Advice, Career Development
I saw the question “If you could go back and tell yourself one thing that would help you with your career, what would that be?” posed on one of my LinkedIn Groups and found it thought-provoking and believed if I posed it to my co-workers, the answers given...
