Free Career Advice
Discover free career advice and strategies from Barb Garrison with Internal Groove.
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Resume Bling
Your resume needs to stand out! If there are gaps you need to fill, take note of this simple idea for catching the eyes of the interviewer.
Taking Criticism Positively
Criticism from others is never pleasant. Here are some pointers on how to maintain a positive attitude in the midst of it. Stand in your own shoes!
Zone Out!
Have you discovered when you work most efficiently? Learn why it’s critical to know this important and relevant detail about yourself in this helpful tidbit.
Your Life Purpose is Not a Job Description
Putting your purpose statement in writing helps bring clarity to what you’re pursuing and serve as a powerful reminder as to why. But remember, you’re not creating a job description. Listen to an example of a powerful life purpose statement that can help you shape your own.
Guess What I Did?
Interviews would be much more enjoyable if not for all the questions! However, there is a simple formula for giving a great answer to almost any interview question.
The Importance of Setting Intentions
Ever feel like you’re “spinning your wheels” or “going in circles” instead of meeting your goals? Here’s one simple and important step to get you out of the rut, and on the path to success.
Hard Work Can Be Part of the Joy
There’s a notion in our society that hard work creates meaning in our lives – that we must work hard in order to be fulfilled and successful. But I have a different take on hard work that I’d like you to consider…
What Can You Tell Me About Yourself?
Ever get a ridiculously broad question like this in an interview? Here is an effective strategy for passing this test with flying colors!
The Secret to Standing in Your Power with Money
Do financial concerns seem to occupy too much of your time and energy? If so, here’s an insightful tip on why this may be happening and how you can begin to change it. Take back your power!!
Your Friend, Fear…
Are high achievers fearless? Learn some surprising research results about fear and success in this interesting statistic.
How to Protect and Nurture Your Dreams
Are you on the verge of making a big dream happen or even just teetering on the precipice of letting yourself imagine the possibility? Thinking you ought to rush right out and share that spark of your dream with the world? Maybe take a breath instead and listen to some advice that will help you nurture and grow your dream rather than letting it get stomped on by someone else’s opinions.
Go Get ‘Em!
There are many things to consider while conducting a job search. Make sure this indispensable skill is at the top of your list from the get-go!
Success!
The secrets to success are a perpetual quest in our society. Psst…come closer. There’s really only one!
Dally No More
Feeling stuck? Try this amazingly quick and easy trick to snap yourself out of procrastination mode.
Grow Your Self Worth
Making a good impression and getting approval is always a good feeling. Here’s how you can make this feeling more authentic and longer lasting.
Why Wait?
Are you waiting for the right time to take a step? One way to conquer the beast of procrastination is to understand what’s behind it so you can begin to move forward. Here are 3 quick and unexpected tips about the truth of why we put things off.
Let’s Reminisce!
Remember who you were when you didn’t have any bills to pay? Here’s a little reminder of how your childhood can give you some clues about who you really are, and what you are here to do.
Five Things That Define Your Own Internal Groove
Feeling your own “internal groove” is a beautiful thing! Are you dancing to the beat of your own drum? Use these five pillars as a guide to shining the light of your best self.