In today’s episode, we’re going to talk about coaching and confidentiality.Find the Full Notes to this episode at RecoveringCorpoholics.com/40.Did you ever want to work with a coach but then think, I don’t want my business getting out there?! This is especially true if your employer is paying for the coaching. Since coaches are not bound by a medical board and that anyone can claim to be a coach these days (AKA why it’s so important to work with qualified coaches these days!), it can be ...

In today’s episode, we’re going to talk about goal planning.Find the Full Notes to this episode at RecoveringCorpoholics.com/39.This episode is all about goal planning. Because if you don’t have a plan, you don’t have a goal, you have a wish. And if you don’t know where you are going, you will end up someplace else! You may have a goal in mind but if you don’t have a plan in place to achieve that goal, and I'm talking about all the steps and everything you need to do to achieve that...

In today’s episode, we’re going to talk about How to Develop Goals You’ll Actually Want to Achieve.Find the Full Notes to this episode at RecoveringCorpoholics.com/38.There are all things that we want to achieve in this life. However, sometimes, we just aren’t clear with what that is, we get stopped along the way or sometimes we actually don’t want that goal even though we may think that we do.But what if there was a way to set goals that we actually wanted to achieve so we were more motivate...

In today’s episode, we’re going to talk about 3 reasons why you’re not achieving your goals. Find the Full Notes to this episode at RecoveringCorpoholics.com/37.If you’re ready to achieve big things but are having trouble finding the time to do so, you’re not alone. According to Forbes, when asking Leaders if they successfully completed their goals for the day, the majority of them responded with “I have no idea”. (I believe) There are three main obstacles that keep us from ach...

In this week’s episode, we’re going to talk about how we want to be remembered as it is a great tool to think about our goals and push ourselves to dream big!Find the full show notes at RecoveringCorpoholics.com/36.Sometimes when we are thinking about our goals and what we want for our lives, we unconsciously tend to think about only the next 5-10 years of our lives. Some of those questions that we ask ourselves may be, “What do I want?”, Where do I want to go?”, or “What do I want to ac...

In this week’s episode, we’re going to talk about how to create a bucket list as it is a great tool to think about our goals and push ourselves to dream big!Find the full show notes at Recovering Corpoholics.com/35.A Bucket list is made up of all the things you want to achieve, do, learn, see in your life - basically, all the things you want to experience in your lifetime. This exercise is great as you can really think about what you want out of life and how you can start doing those thi...

In this week’s episode, we’re going to talk about how to create a vision board as it is a great tool to think about our goals and push ourselves to dream big!Find the full show notes at Recovering Corpoholics.com/34.A vision board is a collage of images and words that represents your goals and dreams. Vision boards are great as they allow you to take your goals and dreams out of your head and allow you to visually see them. With a vision board, you not only have the goal in mind, bu...

In this week’s episode, we’re going to talk about how we’ve stopped dreaming big. Find the full show notes at Recovering Corpoholics.com/33.When we were young, we all had the wildest dreams and goals for our life. But somewhere along the way, as the realities and responsibilities of life grew, the size of our dreams diminished. We have learned to settle and tell ourselves that we are happy with where we are. Yes, we are grateful for everything we have but when did it become OK to no...

In today’s episode, we’re going to talk about why there is nothing wrong with you!Find the Full Notes to this episode at RecoveringCorpoholics.com/32.Feeling stuck in your job is not an easy feeling. Especially when you have no idea what you want to do next. Even if you do have an idea, it’s not easy to switch when your friends and family think you're crazy for leaving a good career behind. This is also true for the people that have multiple passions and want to explore them all and for ...

In today’s episode, we’re going to talk about how to use music to motivate yourselfFind the Full Notes to this episode at RecoveringCorpoholics.com/31.Feeling down at your job, discouraged about your job search or just feeling downright unmotivated? One simple solution to lift your mood is to listen to music!Studies show that listening to music is like a workout for your brain. Not only does it ignite creativity, but it is a valuable tool for reducing stress, improving your mood and creating ...

In today’s episode, we’re going to talk about how to search for a job when you have no idea what to search for.Find the Full Notes to this episode at RecoveringCorpoholics.com/30.As a full time employee, your time is valuable. You don’t have time to waste applying for a bunch of jobs that you’re only semi interested in, hoping they’re better than where you’re at. That’s why it’s so important to take the time to explore and research positions that you would actually want to do and use you...

Last week, we talked about how important it is to send a thank you note. In this week’s episode, I want to talk about when to send a thank you note. Find the full show notes for this episode at RecoveringCorpoholics.com/29. Sending a thank you note is an opportunity to show your gratitude for someone and their time. In addition, it shows that you take time out of your day to appreciate people and express that you care. We all know (hopefully!) how important it is to say thank ...

Today’s episode is a quick one on why thank you notes are so important.Find the full show notes for this episode at RecoveringCorpoholics.com/28. When someone makes time to help you with your career, whether it be networking, an information interview or a formal interview, it’s important to always show your appreciation and gratitude for that person by sending a thank you note.Seems like a simple concept right? However, according to CareerBuilder.com, fewer than 25% of interviewees send ...

In today’s episode, we’ll discuss how your definition of success is holding you back. Find the show notes for this episode at RecoveringCorpoholics.com/27. I’ve been chasing success for as long as I remember. From early on, I wanted to get the best grades, get into the best schools, get the job with the best employer, and so on. And if you are in Corporate America, most likely, this is something that you may feel or have felt, too. Success is deeply personal and everyone h...

In today’s episode, I’m going to talk all about informational interviews.Find the full show notes for this episode at RecoveringCorpoholics.com/26. An information interview is an opportunity to connect with someone to learn more about a specific area of interest to you. Information interviews are helpful as it allows you to take your research to the next level and learn from someone who is actually doing what you want to do.Informational interviews can expand on your level of unders...

In today’s episode, I’m going to talk about 2 mistakes you’re making in your job search. Find the full show notes for this episode at RecoveringCorpoholics.com/25. When you are in the process of job searching, one mistake could cost you the opportunity. Since you’re a professional (and probably an over-achiever), you spend every free minute trying to do everything by the book to land the perfect opportunity.But what if the mistake you’re making is something that you don’t even reali...

This week, I want to talk about the importance of taking time for yourself so you don’t burnout.To find the full show notes for this episode, go to RecoveringCorpoholics.com/24.Burnout is a real thing. It’s a special kind of stress that can knock us off our game. It occurs when we feel constantly overwhelmed, drained and just unable to keep up with life's demands. As stress continues, we slowly begin to lose interest or motivation that usually keeps us going.It makes you feel like you just ca...

In this episode of Recovering Corpoholic, we are going to talk about why you need to stop being an overachiever at work if you’re on the job hunt/ trying to change careers.Find the full show notes to this episode at RecoveringCorpoholics.com/23.Whether you are productive at work or not, you will still get paid your normal salary at your 9-5. Therefore, unless you want to be promoted, there is no reason to work more than you have to. AKA Stop overachieving!Some of you feel the need to go above...

This week, I wanted to talk about the differences between a career coach, a career counselor and a recruiter so you can choose the best professional to help you when wanting to change jobs. To find the full show notes, go to Recovering Corpoholics.com/22.We’ve all been there - feeling stuck or feeling like something is missing in our career. Sometimes we want to start our own business, sometimes we just flat out hate our jobs and sometimes we love what we do but we just need better oppor...

In today’s episode of Recovering Corpoholics, we're going to talk about 4 better ways to show interest and apply for jobs other than blindly applying online.Find the full show notes to this episode at RecoveringCorpoholics.com/21.Looking for a new job can be tough! Although companies are hiring at a record pace, getting your resume in front of the right eyes can be challenging.So other than blindly applying online, which has a 5% success rate, how else can you show interest and apply for a jo...