You can sense it. Your team is fragmented. Maybe you notice edginess in meetings, tight shoulders, and clipped responses. Maybe it’s whispered hallway conversations and eye rolls. Or maybe someone has come directly to you to share concerns. Whatever the signs, one thing is clear: you need to deal with it. Most managers and executives would rather focus on strategy,…
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Going Global in Your Job Search: A Practical Guide to Expanding Your Career Horizons In a rapidly changing economy, job seekers are learning that relying solely on the U.S. job market may no longer be enough. While the economy continues to recover, many professionals still face limited opportunities, long job searches, and stalled industries. Conducting a global job search can…
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Pomodoro Technique Productivity Hack: The Focus Strategy That Transformed My Work By Dr. Lisa Orbé-Austin My favorite Pomodoro Technique productivity hack completely reshaped how I approach my workday. About ten years ago, a client introduced me to this simple yet powerful system that changed not only my focus but also my confidence in handling large tasks. Since then, I’ve taught…
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The Best Career Advice I’ve Ever Received Simple steps and connections that transform your professional growth. Years ago, during my postdoctoral fellowship, my supervisor shared a piece of advice that changed how I view career growth. We were talking about transitions—how to move from one phase of your professional life to the next with confidence. Her words were short, clear,…
Feeling stuck doesn’t always mean you need a 180° career change. This coaching guide helps you diagnose the real issue—Burnout, Organizational Fit, or Career Fit—and choose the right next step. The 3-Phase Career Clarity Framework Phase 1: Burnout Check — Rebuild energy and capacity first. Phase 2: Organization Fit — If energy returns, assess culture, role, and rewards. Phase 3:…
Turning Your Passion Into Work Without Losing the Joy Turning your passion into work can feel risky. Many people tell me, “I don’t want to ruin my love for X by turning it into a job.” The fear is real—pressure, money, deadlines, and admin tasks can dull what once felt effortless. Yet with intention, structure, and support, you can earn…
Take the Next Step Forward During a Difficult Time By Lisa Orbé-Austin, PhD, Executive Coach & Psychologist The editors at LinkedIn recently invited Top Voices to share their best advice for new graduates and anyone facing uncertainty in their careers. When I heard the question—“What now?”—I immediately flashed back to the most uncertain moments of my own journey. Tip #1…
Entrepreneur vs Employee: Addressing Dissatisfaction by Owning Your Path If you’re deciding between the entrepreneur vs employee paths, the right choice depends on your risk tolerance, values, financial readiness, and comfort with uncertainty. By understanding your motivations and building a strong safety net, you can choose the career path that truly fits your long-term goals. Many professionals reach a point…
Featured insight:Finding your career sweet spot means identifying the work where your strengths, values, and natural sense of flow intersect. It’s the zone where tasks feel energizing instead of draining, where you perform at a high level with less friction, and where your contributions feel meaningful, sustainable, and aligned with the life you want to build. Finding Your Career Sweet…
Career Transitions: Good Planning 17th-century author John Milton once wrote, “Luck is the residue of design.” This is especially true when it comes to career transition planning. Many job seekers believe that landing the right role is a matter of fate, timing, or sheer chance. But the truth is more empowering: individuals who make successful transitions do so because of…
Reflections on Successful Career Choice: How to Build a Fulfilling and Sustainable Career For decades, most Americans have been taught to “find a good job,” yet very little guidance exists about what “good” actually means or how to choose a career that genuinely fits. As licensed psychologists and career coaches, we see every day how many high-achieving professionals feel lost,…