How to Build a Strong Professional Pitch: The Basics By Lisa Orbé-Austin, PhD A Department of Labor survey indicated that more than 50% of jobs are obtained via networking, while only about 5% of jobs come from the open job market of online job listings. I share this fact with many clients, yet networking remains one of the most resisted…
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Finding your assertive voice is both a personal and relational journey. Many high-achieving professionals, especially those managing Imposter Syndrome, have learned to quiet their needs, minimize their perspectives, or avoid conflict to “keep the peace.” Over time, that quieting becomes automatic—until one day you realize you’re no longer expressing who you really are. The good news is that assertiveness is…
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Looking for remote work? Start by using trustworthy remote job boards such as We Work Remotely, FlexJobs, and Remotive; tailor your résumé and portfolio for virtual hiring; and evaluate each company’s communication style, expectations, time-zone practices, and performance metrics to ensure the role fits your work habits and lifestyle. Considering a Search for a Job Where You Can Work Remotely?…
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Reigniting Your Career: How to Break Out of Stagnation and Find Purpose Again Do you feel stuck in your career? Are you running in place, watching others advance while you’re left questioning whether your professional life still excites you? Career stagnation is more common than most people realize, yet many struggle silently with the fear that they have “lost their…
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Imposter Syndrome’s Impact on Your Job Search—and How You Can Turn It Around If you saw my TEDx talk, you know I’ve lived through Imposter Syndrome. It once kept me frozen at a job I’d outgrown—even when every instinct urged me to move. That stall wasn’t about competence; it was about confidence. In this guide, I’ll show you how Imposter…