What Job Seekers Can Learn from the Founding Fathers
We don’t often think of the Founding Fathers as having careers, but they did. In fact, they were constantly reinventing themselves to meet the moment. As a career coach and mother of a toddler, I’m constantly thinking about the future of work. As we slide deeper into a world integrated with artificial intelligence, how are […]
How to Write a Resume Summary That Gets Interviews
If your summary helps them believe they’d enjoy working with you, that you’d make their manager’s job easier, and that you’re a safe hiring decision, you’ve accomplished exactly what it was designed to do.
AI for Resumes Is Only as Good as the Framework Behind It
AI Is a Thought Partner, Not a Replacement People often ask if they should use AI to write their resume or LinkedIn profile. Absolutely. Just not in the way most people do. If your prompt is, “Write my resume,” AI will happily produce one. It’ll probably sound polished, use all the right buzzwords, and even […]
Launching an Effective Job Search in 2026: A Guide for Account Executives, Partnership Managers, Customer Success Leaders, and Revenue Professionals
The sales and partnerships job market has changed dramatically over the past few years. Companies are still hiring, but they’re hiring differently. Instead of rapidly expanding commercial teams, many organizations are adding headcount selectively. They’re looking for professionals who can generate revenue, retain customers, expand strategic accounts, and quickly demonstrate business impact. CEO confidence has […]
Job Search 2026: Struggling? You’re Not Alone.
If your job search feels harder than it should, you’re not imagining it. The 2026 job market is confusing because the headlines do not always match the lived experience of job seekers. On paper, the labor market is still moving. Employers are adding jobs, unemployment remains relatively low, and millions of positions are open. But […]
The Future of Work Belongs to Problem Solvers
A man walks into a workshop carrying a perfectly polished hammer. He sets it down on the table and says, “I’ve spent years mastering this tool. I’m ready for work.” The shop owner looks at him and replies, “Great… what problem do you solve?” The man pauses. “I… build things.” “What kind of things?” “Anything.” […]
Laid Off or Sensing It’s Coming? Here’s What to Do
Carlos knew something was off. His manager started canceling one-on-ones. Projects slowed. Whispers of restructuring floated through Slack. Then, one Tuesday, HR called a “quick check-in” with no agenda. His gut dropped. By Friday, it was official. He and 60 others were let go in what the company described as a “strategic pivot.” Carlos had […]
What to Know About WRITING YOUR RESUME in 2026
You’re in a crowded airport terminal. Hundreds of people are rushing by, all trying to get somewhere important. Your resume is like your boarding pass: if it’s clear, correct, and easy to scan, you get through security. If anything is off about it, forget making your flight. Like security, hiring involves humans and robots. Humans […]
What Job Seekers Can Learn from Doctors
This is the first in a series of mini-posts looking beyond the immediate task. There’s so much we can learn from other industries! Let’s see what we can apply to our job search. Doctors don’t guess—they assess. They gather data, listen carefully, and make informed decisions. They also follow up, stay current, and never stop […]
Resume Formatting for 2026
I’ll keep this simple: formatting can make or break your resume. Your document’s structure directly affects how it looks to both recruiters and applicant tracking systems (ATS). Why Formatting Matters ATS systems have come a long way. Years ago, you could count on them scrambling fancy resumes with tables, text boxes, and multiple columns. Today, […]