Free Career Advice
Discover free career advice and strategies from Barb Garrison with Internal Groove.
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What Can I Do For You?
One of the most daunting aspects of interviewing is the feeling that the spotlight is on you. There is a way of shifting this perspective so that you are more relaxed and more effective at leaving a good impression.
Pay Attention To Your Money
ATTENTION… is how money likes to get paid! If you want money to pay you, then you need to pay your money… some attention. Here’s a great way to do that.
Lessen Your Yesses
Do you say yes with zeal and fervor, and then later regret and beat yourself up because you can’t follow through on everything you agreed to do? If so, it may be a good time to bring some consciousness to your yessing process. Listen to this chunk of advice on why lessening your yesses will have you looking and feeling fabulous!
Do These Two
Are you in a perpetual state of uncertainty about the source of your next bit of income? If so, let me introduce you to a game-changing tool set for financial freedom. You’ll attract a steady flow of income for your business when you make friends with these two!
A Perfect Fit
Saying thank you after a job interview is smart. Saying thank you while emphasizing the reasons why you are perfect for the job is a brilliant job search strategy. Get some expert insight into the art of crafting the perfect thank you note.
Fear Is Normal
What does it mean when you get the “wiggles” about a challenge that you’re facing? Should you go ahead with it? Here’s a clue about how fear can play a positive role in your experience.
Are You Smart or Are You Valuable?
If you are in a quandary about whether to include your GPA on your resume, take note of this astute perspective.
Do You Really Want to Answer That?
Do you expect others to respect your time and boundaries? If so, you have to respect them yourself. Here is a wonderfully adaptable self-management tool that will get you immediate results.
The Daily Deed
Are you ready to zoom down the road of financial freedom? Here is one indispensable tool for keeping you on track and increasing your money magnetism.
Ask Me Anything
Is there a topic or question you would like to totally avoid in a job interview? What if you could use this dreaded subject matter to your benefit, even if it never comes up? Listen up and prepare yourself.
Feel The Fear And Do It Anyway
As human beings, we generally avoid situations that make us feel afraid. How does this play into our work life? What is a healthy attitude toward fear? In this informative nugget, learn how changing your mindset around fear can help you meet your goals.
Listen, Not Think
It’s no secret that setting goals is an important part of any successful endeavor. But HOW you go about setting certain goals is key. Listen here as I clue you in to a method that will insure your ongoing success.
Build the Foundation of Your Future Dream Job Little by Little
If you’re working toward creating a new job or career for yourself, you don’t have to wait until you escape from your current situation to begin. You can start now so that when you do take the “plunge”, the transition is smoother, easier, and less daunting. So what are you waiting for? Take your first step!
Pick a Number
Hey you… legacy entrepreneur… Do you know the number one most important thing you can do to grow your business? I’ll give you a hint: It’s a number.
The Value of Saying No
Saying yes to a client or a business project simply because it presents itself is not always ideal. Learn why and when choosing not to accept new business can be correct and profitable.
A Work in Progress
Personal hang-ups, shortcomings, weaknesses… No one wants to talk about these in a job interview. Luckily, there is a constructive way to frame your discourse on such matters. Here’s how you can turn weakness into strength.
Get Outta Here!
It’s great to be your own boss… in theory. But if you feel chained to your desk, this little reminder may stimulate some ideas for creating a more pleasant work experience for yourself.
The Perfect Choice
Is the fear of failure a looming threat that hampers your decision making process? If so, you are likely spending valuable time and energy in your efforts to avoid doing the wrong thing. Here’s a bit of advice that can save you some angst, and have you breezing through decisions with confidence.