Send us a textHow Much Education is Enough?We used to be told we had to go to college!That typically meant a grueling 4+ years before we could earn a decent living.Today, the tables have turned. You can choose from a 2-year college, a trade school, and a great education online.Let's explore the numerous educations available to you.I'll also share a great FREE educational resource and explain the details.https://www.thriftbooks.com/https://www.edx.org/Support the show

Send us a textComplacency Can Cancel Your Career Growth! (#213)As we approach the New Year, thoughts of putting the past challenges behind us arise.Also, feelings of pride and confidence - things we overcame or achieved might pop into our memories.But for certain, the increased demands on you and me are at the forefront!As the world speeds up from 2G to 3G to 5G+ we're constantly moving faster.That can mean you fall victim to being asked to do more with less - less time, money, and resources....

Send us a textLetting Your Emotions Drive Your Decisions (#212)We just celebrated a US holiday - Thanksgiving.What emotions, what feelings did you TRULY have?Were you able to truly be present and focus on what counts - family, friends, and relationships?Or, we're your emotions driven by a less-than situation. Less than a stellar job...Less than great pay...Less than positive work environment...The list can go on and on.Subscribe and listen to what happens when your emotions drive your de...

Send us a textIf You're Not Getting Interviews, Your Generic Resume May be to Blame!The old days of a "one and done" resume are not returning any time soon.If you're serious about getting the right job, not just any job, you need to avoid generic resume usage at all costs!Recruiters, hiring managers, and Human Resource professionals can sea generic resume coming miles away and that usually means you end up in the discard pile!Learn what a generic resume looks like and how to correct you...

Send us a textHere's How Learned Helplessness is Affecting You!Know the top signs of learned helplessness and how to overcome this condition.This condition mostly affects those new to their job or career.But, it can also affect seasoned professionals with 20+ years of experience.Know the warning signs and their potential consequences, if left unresolved.We'll wrap up with several easy-to-implement solutions!Support the show

Send us a textSeasonal Jobs vs. Job HoppingSeasonable Jobs - treat them like paid internships!Job Hopping - moving from job to job regardless of season or time of your, you're trying to find yourself.Did you know experience always beats education?Hit play now to hear the differences and similarities between seasonal jobs vs. job hopping and how to handle your resume during an interview.Support the show

Send us a textThe Best Ways to Reduce Interview Stress & Anxiety1) Why you need a resume during an interview2) How to increase your comfort with eye contact3) How to handle an interview question if you don't know the answer!If you don't know, don't fake it. It's better to tell the truth, but there's a right and wrong way to do this!Related Episodes#113: How to Answer Common Interview Questions#124: Don't Do This During an Interview Support the show

Send us a textTop Resume Fails and How to Fix ThemMaybe you're grabbing your first job. Perhaps you've got a few jobs under your belt and are considering a level-up, Or are you eyeing a promotion that would take you into leadership?In most cases, you'll need above-average resume skills. Today we're talking about the Top Resume Fails and How to Fix Them! Your next episode of CGME is up next!Support the show

Send us a textThe Key to Recognition - Consistently Showing Up!Have you ever struggled at work - struggled to get recognized or noticed? Then when performance reviews came around, your worst fears were realized!You received little to no pay increase, and little to no reward. Let's solve that on today's show.The Key to Recognition - Consistently Showing Up!Support the show

Send us a textHow to Realize You're More Than a Job Title This episode is a 2-Year Anniversary celebration of some words a listener shared with me in person, when I was at a speaking and coaching event. The special words came about after listening to episode #116: Your Job Title Doesn't Define You.We're going to talk about what makes you tick! What you like, dislike, what you're good at not so good at. Regardless if you wear a name tag at work, have an ID badge to swipe, or another ...

Send us a textOvercoming the #1 Obstacle to Finding Your First Job As a career coach I get asked all the time how do I find my first job? That's followed by - I can't build a resume, I don't have any experience.My response - Employers know you are entering into the job field with limited or no experience. Don't try to be someone you're not on paper or in the interview. They'll spot it a mile away!Today, we're going to talk about finding your WHY - what you like and dislike. The...

Send us a textHow to Expand Your NetworkIt's not what you know, it's who you know!I've had many opportunities to sit chair-to-chair with hiring managers and review resumes.For a recent job posting, I co-reviewed over 3 dozen resumes.Some submissions included various versions of introductions or cover letters.Most resumes did not pass the 3-second scan rule.When asked for the top choices I struggled to find any resume candidates that strongly stood out.While trying to rank resumes into the top...

Send us a text4 Skills Employers are Consistently SeekingGet the 411 when it comes to the most commonly desired hiring skills!During a recent visit to a South Florida university, they confirmed the top skills national companies are looking for from college graduates.Many schools participate in the National Association of Colleges and Employers, NACE. They conduct meetings and surveys to determine the most commonly sought-after skill sets.Whether you are entering college, a recent grad, ...

Send us a text3 Reasons You're Stressed at Work and What to Do About It!Do any of these feelings describe you at work? Overloaded, unrecognized, and underappreciatedOverloaded comes from today's climate, being asked to do more with less.Unrecognized, you're putting in time and effort but not getting the feedback you deserve.Finally, underappreciated - when performance reviews and pay raises come around, do you feel short-changed?If any of these situations describe you, you're not alone!T...

Send us a textCelebrating 200 Episodes - A Look Back!Over 4 years we've hit 200 episodes.With thousands of downloads, every continent has tuned in.We've spread the Career Growth Made Easy message to high schools, colleges, churches, and businesses!Tune in to hear some of our growth stories and a few challenges we overcame to get us where we are today!Support the show

Send us a textWhat's Wrong with My Resume? Are you applying for jobs and not getting interview callbacks?If so, you're not the only one!Many career coaching clients have struggled with this, too.Today's show breaks down some common areas where our resumes do us a disservice.If you'd like free tips on key areas to watch out for and correct, tune in today!Chapters[04:40]Do you apply to job after job without success?[06:51]Many companies use software to sift through resumes. Make sure yours is A...

Send us a textLost Your Job? Help is Here!If you've recently lost your job, or know someone who has, this episode is for you.If you feel like you're in a toxic work environment, and are capable of so much more than your circumstances allow, this episode is for you.Today, we're talking about a sensitive spot to be in, but rest assured, you are not alone. Let's go through the steps you can take to get back on track for success!Chapters[03:18]When I lost my job in 2008, I had no idea where to tu...

Send us a textDo You Suffer from Verbal Diarrhea?Have you ever been told you talk too much? Do you ever see people's eyes start to glaze over when you're sharing too much information? Ouch. You may have a case of...verbal diarrhea. Let's talk (but not too much) about it.Maybe you've never been directly told you talk too much...but do you? Your audience may be giving you subtle clues that they're not interested. Your time, and their time, is too valuable. Get tips on how to focus on the import...

Send us a textHow to Set Up Your Resume for Internship ApplicationsI recently got on TikTok! You can find me @CareerCoachCraig. There, I get comments and messages from those who have burning questions about their resumes, interviews, job challenges, and more!This week's episode is directly inspired by a college student who reached out to me and asked how to set up their resume for an internship. Internships can play a huge role in helping you grow on your career path, but it can be difficult ...

Send us a textIdentifying and Overcoming Your WeaknessesAre there people in your life that you wish you were like? When you pass by a manager or leader, do you recognize certain talents or skills that you wish you had, too?You're thankful they're in charge of their specific projects, since they do a good job, but you wish you had the ability and opportunity to lead as well? It's time to figure out and overcome your weaknesses!In today's episode, let's perform a personal SWOT analysis and lear...