Every job search is different. Use your common sense and don’t blindly follow the advice of anybody. Pay attention to what is working and what isn’t and adjust accordingly. And finally, be patient. It takes longer in today’s market than it did even a few years ago.

Entrepreneurs should focus on delegation. It can be hard to let things go, and many entrepreneurs find themselves busy, yet not productive. Take time regularly to evaluate where you are spending your time. What are you doing that you don’t enjoy? What can be done more effectively by someone else? And finally, what is the best use of your time? Is that where you are focused?

Start by creating standard operating procedures to maintain consistency in the work; then, instead of trying to duplicate yourself, find support in the areas you don’t enjoy and aren’t good at. What isn’t getting done? What isn’t getting done well? Find experts in those areas to help you grow

Most people don’t know how to negotiate and most companies expect you to negotiate, which means you’re leaving money on the table

Networking is key. Manage your network while you are away from the workforce so it is in place when you are ready to return. Especially with a gap in experience, our network can help to get us noticed for all the right reasons.

Anything that is not actionable should be considered harmful; it is just a negative statement. Use SMART feedback (specific, measurable, achievable, relevant and timely) when identifying employee performance gaps. Catch performance issues as early as possible and give specific feedback on the changes you would like to see

As hard as it is for most job seekers to do, the only appropriate time to ask about salary and benefits is at the offer stage of the interview. Always let the interviewer bring up the discussion first so you know that you are at that stage. If you start the salary discussion before that, you go into the negotiation without your full power.

I like to ask candidates, “What expectations do you have of your employer? What would you expect from me if you took this position?” It is a broad enough question that, once answered, can illuminate what is important to a candidate even if they aren’t clear on that answer. Do their values, needs and expectations align with your organization? I can train for skills, but I can’t train for fit.

Once you figure out what you’re going to wear, it’s time to think about what to bring to a job interview.

Intention is key. You just have to start the process, not try to do everything at once. Set aside 30 minutes a day if that is all you have, but start moving forward. As the old saying goes, “You eat an elephant one bite at a time.” 

Best Practices in Recruiting, Onboarding, and Employer Branding.

A well-written business plan is your roadmap to everything you need to create a successful business—from finding your first client to pricing them correctly and becoming profitable as soon as possible. 

Most people feel stuck, directionless, or limited by themselves or their environment when it comes to their work life. Most people do not love their jobs but do them only for the sake of a paycheck. Feeling stagnant at work and not knowing what to do to refuel that fire is a sign that you need help. Enter career coaches who will help navigate a roadmap to advance your career.