Free Career Advice
Discover free career advice and strategies from Barb Garrison with Internal Groove.
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Personal Power Points
Power is not the same as force. True power in interpersonal relations does not involve force at all. If you are someone who wants to develop more personal power in your life and career, listen and take note of these important key aspects of real personal power.
Degunk Your Path to Success
Do you work till you drop because you feel that’s how you achieve success? You’ll be happy to know that success is not synonymous with self-abuse. Here’s a little tidbit of wisdom to reset your perspective.
Assume Your Self Trust Position
Do you ever find yourself paralyzed with fear about your future? This can happen when there is uncertainty in our lives. It’s not an effective way of planning for the future. That’s why I’ll share with you here a quick and easy way to bring yourself out of analysis paralysis and into a place of trust.
Tell Me About Yourself
How do you deal with an open-ended question in a job interview? Where do you start? How much do you say? Here is an example of one of the most daunting (and likely) open-ended interview questions you could be asked, and how you can prepare for it.
The Light of Understanding
Getting triggered and then reacting negatively is a circumstance most of us have experienced at least once in our lives. If you are familiar, you’ll want to listen to this advice about how to avoid the rippling repercussions of reacting before you think.
Dancing in the Moment
Are you someone who gets fixated on one possible outcome when you find yourself in a challenging circumstance? If so, you’re sure to glean some refreshing wisdom from this quick bit of advice. Learn how to let go of rigid expectations so you can be open to new solutions you may not have imagined before.
Put It In Writing
Standing out in an interview… Do you have any tricks or ideas about how to do this? One way is to do something that NO OTHER applicant does. Take a minute to listen to this quick tip about one sure fire, EASY way to impress your interviewer.
Get Real
Doing too much is something many people struggle with, but assume they have little choice in the matter. (Hint: you ALWAYS have a choice.) Maybe you were able to create and maintain a more realistic schedule as a result of the pandemic restrictions over the last year. Ask yourself how that felt. Or maybe you found yourself thinking you had tons of extra time so you’’ll get MORE done. These questions will give you some important clues about the way you tend to unconsciously operate. And there’s never been a better time to rethink what’s not working. Choose what’s really right for you now. One of the best gifts you can give yourself as we begin to get back out in the world is to be intentional with your choices around how you manage your days and yourself. If you’d like to find a way to design your schedule so you have time to do the things that are most important for YOU, listen in on this short clip and learn a simple way to be realistic about your schedule and keep your well-being at the top of your priority list.
A Slice of Excitement
Do you find that nervousness and anxiety get in the way when you think you should be feeling excited and happy instead? If so, here’s a simple way to ease some of the discomfort and put you in a more optimistic mood.
Stumbling Block or Stepping Stone? | Quit Bleeping Around Podcast with Christina Eanes
Have you ever been hit with an unexpected career disappointment at an inconvenient time and subsequently got stuck in a mindset of resentment, fear or lament? In this podcast with Christina Eanes, I’ll give you some helpful advice about how to see it as an opportunity rather than an obstacle, so you can Quit Bleeping Around, and get down to the business of creating the life and career of your dreams!
I Have What You’re Looking For
The desired outcome of a job interview is to send a message that you are the person for the job. Here is one beautifully effective strategy for accomplishing this goal.
You’ve Got the Goods
Does your price reflect the true value of your work? Understanding the value you offer your clients is fundamental. This is especially true if you’re an entrepreneur and setting or negotiating your own rates.
The Social Media Chemicals
Ever fall into a Facebook hole? Get some keen insight into the real reason why social media can be so enticing and addictive.
The Inner Work of Entrepreneurship | Visionary Womenpreneurs Radio Podcast with Donna Lynn Price
Are you a burned out business owner or an aspiring entrepreneur? If so, have a listen to my talk with Donna Lynn Price from the Visionary Womenpreneurs Radio Podcast about how personal growth influences professional success. You’ll learn how to assess the strength of your “entrepreneurial bone” and some of the most effective ways you can tap into that strength in order to succeed as a business owner.
Conscious Power
Do you get tired of always questioning whether the things you do are good enough? It can definitely become taxing when you feel like you’re always coming up short. Here’s the thing: It’s just old conditioning. That means you can learn a different way of thinking and being. Here, I’ll share with you a simple way to bring more consciousness and positivity to your thought process.
Fear, Money and the Voice in Your Head | Advance Your Art Podcast with Yuri Cataldo
Tired of feeling drained rather than energized from the work you do? I have known that feeling having been there. Years ago, I walked away from a career that offered a handsome salary and many perks, but little to stimulate my soul. Soon I discovered my purpose was to help others do the same. If you’re ready to live a life of purpose and bring your career with you, you’ll find some key points to get you moving in that direction in this podcast chat on Advance Your Art with Yuri Cataldo.
Know It. Own It. Share It.
Knowing your strengths when you go into a job interview is a no-brainer. Listen up for some compelling reasons why it’s important to know them, and how to effectively convey them in an interview.
Doing Business Better | Go Big and Go Home Podcast with Lauren Ravitz
How important is your home environment to your work life? If you work from home, it likely plays a big role. This Go Big AND Go Home podcast with Lauren Ravitz gives you a peek into my personal journey as a Career and Money Breakthrough Coach specifically related to my experience of working from home.