Free Career Advice
Discover free career advice and strategies from Barb Garrison with Internal Groove.
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Know Your Competition!
Who are you competing against, and how is that drive to win benefiting your progress? Take a moment to ponder the benefits of healthy competition.
Don’t “Should” On Yourself
Do you “should” on yourself a lot? How do you know when you’re really doing what you are supposed to be doing? Here’s a simple
Time for YOU!
Are you managing your time the way time is supposed to be managed? How is time supposed to be managed? Listen up for a surprising
What Comes Naturally to You?
There is gold to be mined when you examine the things you do whether you’re being paid or not, who you are when you’re resting
There’s a Monster Under the Bed!
…Or is it a skeleton in the closet? Turn the light on to an unexpected approach on how to deal with uncomfortable topics in an
Earnings Buckets
Is there a specific money goal you’d like to meet that seems impossible? Use this fun and easy tool to grow your goal money! If
Magnify Your Power!
Doing work you are proud of is wonderfully satisfying! Learn a simple and effective way to harness your unique talents on a daily basis. If
Isn’t That Interesting?
Your observer self is a non-judgmental voice that can be a valuable tool in helping you move toward your goals. Learn how to tap into
A Tailored Set
Who needs you? Use this thought process to develop a cover letter, resume, and interview package that gets you the job!
Discover Your Own Value
Each person has his or her own special gifts. You might say that giving our gift is our life’s purpose. Are you giving your gifts? How do you know if you are? Here’s a clue to get you on the right track.
Don’t “Cook Your Own Goose” This Holiday Season
Our lives are busy enough with many demands on our time that it’s often challenging to maintain our life balance. Throw in the holiday season
Get Seriously Productive!
Honestly, are you as productive as you want to be? Get a load of this refreshing philosophy on how to increase your productivity!
Put the Wise Adult You in Charge
Often it seems we have more than one inner voice. Learn to distinguish which voice is worthy of your attention. Use this creative tool to
Don’t be Embarrassed!
Every experience in your life’s journey has value. If something on your resume seems unappealing at first glance, take a moment to examine this strategy
True Validation Comes From You
Some days are better than others! Use these valuable tips as a guide to creating internal positive momentum if you’re having a not-so-great day.
What Would You Do if You Knew You Couldn’t Fail?
Simply acknowledging the things in life that thrill your soul sends out ripples into the universe, making a small opening for those things to find their way into your life. Here is a fun exercise you can do to orient your mind and energy in the direction of your dreams.
Are You Being Too Pushy in Your Cover Letter?
If you’re worried about being rude by telling someone you’ll contact them in your cover letter, listen to this simple bit of advice about how
Unexpected Opportunities
There is a harmony that comes from doing your life’s work, but you have to be paying attention! Are you doing your life’s work? Do