They Said “You’re Too Corporate.” Here’s Why That Rejection Didn’t Matter.
 Rejection stings—especially when you feel like you were the right fit.
I recently worked with a corporate leader who wanted to use his leadership in smaller organizations than he had previously.. He had the skills, the experience, and the drive. Bu...
Winding Down Your Job Search: What to Do After You’ve Accepted an Offer
 Your Job Search Isn’t Over the Moment You Say “Yes”
You’ve done it. After months of networking, interviews, and follow-ups, you’ve landed the offer and officially accepted a new role. Congratulations!
But before you completely close this chapter, ...
From Job Search Chaos to Clarity: How to Stay Focused and Get Results
She had 37 browser tabs open.
LinkedIn Jobs. Indeed. Company careers pages. Half-written cover letters. A spreadsheet tracking applications she'd already forgotten about.
"I feel like I'm drowning," she told me. "I'm doing everything, but nothing's...
The Evidence-Based Approach to Building Confidence in CPG Leadership
My client was shaking during her first CPG director interview.
"I don't have confidence," she told me afterward. "Everyone can see it."
She'd been a brand manager for eight years. Led successful launches. Saved failing products. Built relationships...
How to Break Into Target Companies (Without Waiting for a Job Posting)
The Best Roles Aren’t Always Posted. Here’s How to Get on Their Radar Anyway.
If you’re building a job search strategy, chances are you’ve heard the advice:
“Start with your target company list.”
But once you have that list… what do you actually do...
Networking Isn’t Just for Job Seekers — It’s a Career Skill for Everyone
If you're not actively job searching but want to support others in your network who are, you may wonder what value you can bring.
Here's the truth: You don’t need to be a hiring manager or recruiter to be an invaluable networking contact.
Especiall...
Why Collaboration Beats Competition in a Job Search
When you're in a job search, it’s easy to feel like you're competing with everyone around you. But what if the fastest path to your next opportunity isn't competition at all—it's collaboration?
Let me share a story about two marketers—both experienc...
What to Do When You’ve Been in the Job Search Longer Than Expected
You’re Not Failing — You’re in the Middle of the Process
If your job search has taken longer than you expected, I want to start with this:
➡️ You’re not alone. You’re not failing. You’re not behind.
I work with talented, experienced professionals e...
How to Network as an Introvert (and Actually Enjoy It)
Networking Doesn’t Have to Feel Forced, Awkward, or Exhausting
If you’re an introvert, you’re probably used to hearing advice that feels overwhelming:
➡️ “Put yourself out there!”
➡️ “Go to every event you can!”
➡️ “Just reach out and ask for what y...
The Mistake Job Seekers Make When Talking About Their Value (And What to Do Instead)
If You’re Listing Job Duties in Interviews, You’re Missing the Point
One of the most common mistakes I see job seekers make — even really talented, experienced professionals — is talking about their value in terms of responsibilities instead of resu...
