Free Career Advice
Discover free career advice and strategies from Barb Garrison with Internal Groove.
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Growth is a Squiggly Line
It’s discouraging when you set out with excitement to accomplish something and then get hit with a bump in the road you didn’t anticipate. But it’s to be expected. If you’ve ever been tempted to throw in the towel because of setbacks on your path to reaching a goal, you’ll find some encouragement here.
Like Money in the Bank
Depleted energy is somewhat of a baseline condition for many people these days. But it doesn’t have to be that way. Let me offer a bit of helpful advice on how to keep your energy balanced so you can enjoy your life to the fullest.
The CEO in YOU
Do you like the idea of having your own business because you want to be your own boss? Have you already started the process of entrepreneurship? If the answer is yes for either of those questions, you’ll appreciate the perspective about how to get the job done in this clip.
Another Dimension
When was the last time you picked up the phone to address an important matter with a colleague? Voice-to-voice and face-to-face interactions are becoming less and less common, but there are certain circumstances where they should be your default.
Email Etiquette
Should emails be answered within a short amount of time after they are received? You may believe so, especially when you happen to be the one waiting for a response. Let’s talk about email etiquette and get clear on what is reasonable.
The Email Block
Diving right into email and work tasks first thing in the morning is not the ideal way to start your day. Get some insight into what is more conducive to your daily experience of flow, fulfillment and productivity.
And… Action
Do you often find yourself doing things that don’t move you toward your goals? If so, it may be because you haven’t created an action plan. It’s something I highly recommend, and here’s why…
Your Freedom Fund
Do you feel stuck in your job or in some other aspect of your life? Being in circumstances where you feel disempowered can take a toll on all aspects of your life. Here’s a way to start regaining your sense of empowerment while also providing a way to get unstuck.
May I Make a Request
Do you find it difficult to ask for help when you need it? Making requests with grace and style is a skill anyone can benefit from learning. In this short audio clip, I’ll offer some expert insight on how to start practicing.
Fierce Self Love
Do you have fierce self love? Do you know what that is? If not, take a listen here and learn how you can start to practice it in your life.
Hit the Reset Button
Do you find yourself trying to power through the day without taking breaks when you have a full schedule? This is not the ideal way to operate. Here’s a reminder for those of you who don’t refuel when you need it that there’s a really good reason to take care of yourself.
Real Confidence
Do you feel you need validation or encouragement from others in order to feel good about yourself? If so, it’s a good time to start building internal confidence, because that can never be taken away from you. Here’s some good advice about how to become more confident from the inside out.
Lighten Up!
Who doesn’t like to have fun? You may not think of job interviews as fun, but it could be the missing element in your job search strategy. Tune in to this short interview tips video and learn why having fun can help get you hired!
The Career Umbrella
Would you like to explore a new career path or business opportunity but don’t feel comfortable putting all your eggs in one basket? You can! Listen in and learn how the career umbrella can help you start building your dream career right now without giving up other viable sources of income.
The Fun Part
What motivates you? Is it the fear of what will happen if you don’t do something? If that’s the case, you may find yourself feeling a little… well, miserable. I propose you make an effort to switch gears. Here’s how you can do that.
All In for the Win
Are you thinking of starting a business? If so, there’s one question you need to ask yourself to determine if it’s the right decision for you.
Take Notice
Do you find yourself feeling resentful, irritated or frustrated because no one seems to honor your time and your needs? If so, you may need to brush up on your boundary-setting skills. Listen and discover the important first step to setting clear, healthy boundaries.
Take a Brain Break
Have you been ingesting too much upsetting news at night about the horrible situation in Ukraine? I know I have. Yes, I want to stay informed. I also know it’s been impacting my sleep lately so I decided to focus on different kinds of input for my brain at night before I go to bed and podcast listening has really helped.