When I’m working with clients who are unemployed or considering a career transition, I always have them do an exercise I call the “Life Inventory Process.” While resumes are important and good to have updated regularly, it is equally important to get clear about what your skills, talents and abilities are which is not always…

As job losses mount and more people join the ranks of the unemployed, I thought perhaps this would be a good time to focus on helping people stay positive and focused while job hunting. Many of our readers have been unemployed for months, while others have only recently been laid-off. So, this week’s blog will be…

I want to thank all of you who responded to my recent blog on How to Manage Your Fears After Job Loss. Your stories and insights were very thought-provoking! My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time and I pray that you each find new jobs soon. In particular, I’d like to thank…

Did you know that practicing gratitude can actually improve your brain function and overall physical and emotional well-being? Well, it’s true.  Brain scans and research conducted by renown psychiatrist, Dr. Daniel Amen showed a significant improvement in brain function following the practice of gratitude. For years now, spiritual leaders and psychologists have claimed that a…

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