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Skill Gaps and Side Hustles - The Fast Track
You’ve probably noticed: every entry-level job description somehow wants two years of experience. It’s the great Catch-22 of postgraduate life. Employers want proof of skills, but no one wants to give you the first shot, so create the proof yourself. Step 1: Continuous Learning Is Non-Negotiable - Platforms like Coursera, Udemy, or LinkedIn Learning let you stack up certifications in project management, data analysis, digital marketing, or coding for less than the cost of one

Maureen Weisner
7 hours ago2 min read


Networking Minus the Awkward Name Tags
When most new grads hear the word networking, they imagine awkward icebreakers, cardboard nametags, and pretending to like black coffee at a conference they don’t understand. Let’s reset that image. Networking isn’t just about collecting business cards; it’s about building authentic relationships that create opportunities down the road. In fact, the hidden job market—roles never posted publicly—account for a huge percentage of hires. In fact, most jobs, especially good ones,

Maureen Weisner
Oct 282 min read


The Long Game - Resilience Meets Results
As much as you might view the job search as a sprint, it’s more like interval training. Some days you’ll feel like you’re crushing it, while other days it feels like you’re running in place. The difference between those who land strong roles and those who stall isn’t luck; it’s resilience. Step 1: Structure Weekly Wins. Set goals you can control: five targeted applications, three networking conversations, two skill upgrades. These create progress markers you can measure. Eve

Maureen Weisner
Oct 242 min read


To the Graduate-Now What?
What was once the ceiling of achievement and purpose with a timeline, now becomes the floor in preparation for a career launch....
maureen005
Oct 72 min read


Be the CEO of Your Own Career
When we think of CEOs, we might imagine corner offices, sleek suits, and a boardroom full of decision makers from TV reruns. But whether you’re a seasoned executive, an emerging professional, or an entrepreneur sketching your first business plan on a napkin, the CEO mindset belongs to you.

Maureen Weisner
Sep 302 min read


Do You Love Winning or Hate Losing More?
Your career transition isn’t just about résumés or job titles—it’s about mindset. Do you thrive on the thrill of winning, or are you more motivated by avoiding losses? Understanding this balance can guide smarter choices, reduce risk, and help you move forward with clarity and confidence.

Maureen Weisner
Sep 222 min read


Optimist Meets Realists
Navigating Career Transit Career transition is exhilarating and also exhausting. It’s a unique opportunity to redesign your professional...

Maureen Weisner
Sep 162 min read


Are You a Goal Digger?
Career Transition Strategy A career transition can feel like you are perched at the edge of a vast construction site—tools in hand,...

Maureen Weisner
Sep 32 min read


An Unexpected Lay-Off…What’s Next?
Not every surprise is time for a celebration. Some, like a job loss, may be met with denial, shock or even relief. Each situation differs...

Maureen Weisner
Aug 282 min read


Avoid being automated by AI
AI is already here. As a concept, AI has been around since the mid-20 th century, and officially coined the term in 1956 at the...

Maureen Weisner
Aug 251 min read


5 Tips for Making a Great First Impression on Zoom
Photo Courtesy of LinkedIn No doubt you’ve heard that you do not have a second chance to make a first impression. These reactions occur...

Maureen Weisner
Aug 161 min read


Stay or Go? The Job Dilemma
Feeling stuck or uncertain in your job? Daydreaming about quitting? You are in good company. Whether it’s just Sunday night nerves or an overall feeling that you need a change, pausing to explore what’s really going on is a first step. Whether you choose to stay or go, let’s examine further.

Maureen Weisner
Aug 81 min read


September Surge from Summer Slump?
The September Surge refers to a notable increase in hiring activity after summer. Accurate or not, it depends on a variety of factors....
maureen005
Sep 8, 20241 min read


increase interview credibility
A job interview is not an inquisition. Rather, it is an opportunity to learn more about the organization, the position, and whether...
maureen005
Aug 22, 20241 min read


Step 1:Preparing for your job Interview
Congratulations! You've secured an interview for a position that may be a very good fit. Now it's time to prepare for that all important...
maureen005
Aug 15, 20241 min read


Celebrate Your Comfort Zones
Within the world of coaching and its emphasis on change, transformation and the accompanying action, the term “comfort zone” is often...
maureen005
May 22, 20222 min read


Don't Derail your Interview at the Conclusion!
Feeling confident that things have gone well. You’ve developed some sense of connection with the interviewer. There’s positive energy and...
maureen005
May 15, 20222 min read


Why Network at All?
For many people, returning to in-person meetings feels like a shock to the system. Others cannot wait to fill their calendars with...
maureen005
May 8, 20222 min read


Fighting Burnout
Lately the topic on everyone’s mind is burnout. Are you feeling it? Do you see people around you exhibiting signs of it? How is this...
maureen005
May 1, 20222 min read


Recalibrate the Learning Curve
Everyone has their own way to process information and retention. There is no universal model. Classroom memories may have provided the...
maureen005
Apr 24, 20222 min read
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