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Who Authorized This Much Life Experience?

Job hugging—the decision to stay in an unfulfilling role out of fear or uncertainty—is becoming increasingly common in today's market. This reflection explores how professionals can stay prepared, continue growing, and make career decisions from strategy rather than fear.

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I’m Getting on My Soapbox Today!

Most people don't wait to make career changes because they don't know what to do—they wait because life feels "fine enough." This reflection explores the tension between knowing what would help and actually taking action before urgency forces the issue.

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Respectfully, What Is This?

Today’s job market can feel exhausting, with longer hiring cycles and increased competition. This perspective shares practical strategies for building recruiter relationships, networking intentionally, staying organized, and maintaining momentum during a difficult search.

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Mine Was by Green Day… Yours?

New graduates are entering a challenging job market with little guidance on how to actually land a role. This program helps early-career professionals build confidence, strengthen their résumé, and navigate the job search strategically from day one.

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Not getting traction in your job search? It may not be your résumé. This perspective highlights how targeting, networking, and outreach drive results—showing why applications alone often fall short in today’s market.

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If I don’t tell you… Who will?

After years of working with recruiters and hiring managers, I’m bringing those conversations to you—live and unfiltered. This new LinkedIn Live series offers real talk on hiring, job search strategy, and what actually moves the needle.

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Experimenting in the Messy Middle

Feeling stuck in your career isn’t about not trying hard enough—it’s about where you’re starting. This reflection explores how shifting inward, asking better questions, and running small experiments can unlock clarity and momentum.

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You’re killin’ me, Smalls!

Everyone starts out awkward on LinkedIn—but the ones who keep showing up see results. This reflection explores how pushing past the “cringe” and posting consistently can build visibility, momentum, and real opportunities over time.

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Restarting > quitting

Missed something? Fell off track? You can just begin again. This reflection explores the pressure to stay consistent, the reality of overwhelm, and the power of giving yourself grace as you reset and move forward.

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Not me calling you lazy!

Want your network to actually help you? Get clear first. This reflection explores how defining your next move, crafting a tight elevator pitch, and communicating it confidently makes it easier for others to connect you to the right opportunities.

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The second-best time is now…

You don’t have to burst into the new year to make progress. This reflection explores how small, intentional steps—showing up, engaging, and getting clear—can build momentum in your job search and personal brand without burnout.

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Forget resolutions—this year-end ritual is about honest reflection. By asking better questions, you can process what’s behind you and move forward with more clarity, intention, and self-awareness.

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