Feeling Stuck Doesn’t Mean You’re Lost—It Means You’re Ready for Clarity

If you’re in a job search (or thinking about starting one) and catch yourself saying, “I don’t even know what I want to do next,” you’re not alone.

I hear this all the time fr...

Job seekers often spend too much time proving where they’ve been instead of showing where they can take a company next. But here’s the truth: you’re not being hired for what you’ve done—you’re being hired for what you’ll do.

This mindset shift can c...

Every Interview Is a Networking Opportunity

When most people think about interviews, they only focus on landing the job. But here’s the thing—interviews are so much more than that. They’re opportunities to expand your network, build relationships, ...

"I just got laid off."

The marketing director's voice cracked over the phone. Twenty years at Kraft.  Gone in a 15-minute Zoom call.

"Perfect," I said.

She thought I'd lost my mind.

Six months later, she landed a VP role at her dream company—with...

Hey there, CPG all-stars! It's Polly, your go-to resource for navigating the exciting and competitive world of Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) careers.

One of the most powerful strategies I emphasize in my coaching is this: interviewing is networking,...

In the demanding world of CPGl life, maintaining mental wellbeing can often be a challenge. Yet, it's a critical component of sustained career success and personal happiness. Insights from a recent coaching session shed light on effective strategies ...

Authenticity can sometimes feel like a rare commodity in CPG. However, embracing genuine interactions can profoundly impact your career, leading to more meaningful connections and opportunities. One such instance was beautifully articulated by one of...

The Passive Job Search Playbook: How to Level Up Without Burning Out

"I can't let anyone know I'm looking."

She whispered it like she was confessing a crime. A Director at a major CPG company, crushing her numbers, but dying inside.

"Who said you ...

𝗦𝗵𝗲 𝗟𝗲𝗳𝘁 $𝟰𝟱𝗞 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗧𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗕𝗲𝗰𝗮𝘂𝘀𝗲 𝗦𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗶𝗱𝗻'𝘁 𝗪𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗼 "𝗦𝗲𝗲𝗺 𝗚𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗱𝘆"

Marketing Director. 12 years at the same company. Just landed her dream role at a challenger brand.

"I don't want to rock the boat," she told me after accepting their first offer.