Free Career Advice
Discover free career advice and strategies from Barb Garrison with Internal Groove.
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Boldly Go Where Job Boards Do Not Lead
One way to search for a job is in the box of job board listings. However, there is a much more creative and motivating way to find a job that could be a great fit for YOU. Find it here, and start your gears to turning!
Let Wisdom Ring
Ever notice how it seems like the same core issues keep coming up in your life? If you think it’s high time you get it all figured out, tune your ear to this ring of wisdom.
Freedom from Credit Cards
Credit card abuse is rampant in our society. If you are making an effort to wean yourself off credit cards, here are some specific steps, which are guaranteed to make the transition more successful. Take back your power!
Tell Me a Story
Some hiring managers are trained to interview in a way that prompts you to give detailed information about yourself. Avoid answering a question in an interview with a simple yes or no. Here’s why…
Gooooaaallll!
Are you accomplishing the things you want to accomplish? If you’re feeling stuck or frustrated about not moving forward, here is a chunk of golden advice about how to set and meet specific goals that will bring you freedom and fulfillment.
Make a Clean Sweep
If you’re feeling scattered, take a look around. Do you have an orderly space to dwell and work? Here’s a beautiful reminder of the importance of taking the time to de-clutter your life.
Name Your Price
How do you feel about pricing your work? Take a clue from this valuable nugget on the importance of stating your price with confidence!
It Takes Two
If you’re going for an interview, you’d better be prepared to answer some questions. But it is also important that you do some of the asking whether the interview is for your dream job or not. Here are some excellent tips on how and what to ask.
Your Values Are Showing
What do you believe is important? This invaluable piece of advice can make a world of difference in your life experience.
Are You All In?
Are you all in with your business? Are you committed to your business success without attachment? Here is some great advice to help you be all in no matter what…
How You Do Money Is How You Do Everything
Money is simply energy. Use this nugget of wisdom to better understand the dynamics of your personal relationship with money and create a money breakthrough for yourself.
Crank It Up and Breathe It Out
Don’t be nervous about your next interview. Use this unconventional technique to pump up your confidence and leave a great impression.
Answering the Question “What Do You Do?”
If you’re an entrepreneur (or even a budding one), when you’re networking and someone asks you what you do, do you stumble over what to say or does it come out sounding boring? Here is the most critical key to answering that question in a way that engages someone in a deeper dialogue.
Tune In to Real Accomplishment!
What types of projects is your workday comprised of? Moving forward in your business (and your life) requires certain tasks. Here’s a simple hint for self-management and tuning your antenna to the frequency of success.
Be Fair to Yourself and to Your Client
What is “fair” when negotiating with a client? Use the information contained in this nugget to examine your definition of fair, and make sure your negotiations are fair to both you and your client.
Will It Be Over Soon?!
Interviewing for a job can be stressful, but it shouldn’t be terrifying. Thankfully, there are some ways to make the interview process part of your job search strategy more bearable.
One Tiny Step Can Put You on the Path to Completion
Are you overwhelmed at the prospect of finishing a seemingly monumental task? Do you become easily discouraged or distracted at the mere thought of it? Here is a sublime self-management remedy for quickly moving out of overwhelm and into productivity.
State Your Purpose
Do you know what your life purpose is? It isn’t necessarily about what you do for a living, although what you do for a living can be a part of it. This nugget offers some insight on how to construct a meaningful and practical life purpose statement.