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One of the first lessons you’re taught in acting school (the first era of my career) is to always say yes. Or ‘Siempre si!’ as one particularly joyful teacher used to say. The word ‘no’ – and by extension, a negative mindset in general – is limiting. It closes doors, builds walls and keeps out […]

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When I was younger, I played tennis competitively – from an early age, I was a competitor. I was pitted against whoever my opponent was. We weren’t on the same team and were in a battle for every point there was. Tennis is an incredibly mental game. When I was down, I learned to never […]

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Everyone has moments in their life where they need to lean on someone for guidance. Whether you are going through a career change, working on your mental health, or figuring out what you want to do in your life, there are several options to consider when seeking guidance. Coaching, Therapy, and Mentorship are three big […]

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Have you ever heard of the “coin flip” trick for making decisions?  It might not be what you’re thinking! Here’s how it works: If you’re faced with a decision between two options, assign heads to one and tails to the other, then flip a coin.  Catch it and cover it so you can’t see the […]

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9 cool jobs to ponder this fall

Our clients and community are looking for unique jobs in a fun environment. These jobs should reside within organizations which prioritize people and culture and provide exciting ways to make an impact beyond the mundane 9-5. We are particularly interested in positions that don’t neatly fit into an obvious career path box (e.g., doctor, lawyer, […]

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volunteering for good on charity day

Back in 1997, the United Nations declared September 5th the International Day of Charity.#CharityDay is meant to educate and mobilize stakeholders around the world to help others through volunteer and philanthropic activities. In the intervening decades since #CharityDay was first observed, our world has changed considerably. It is now time for our collective concept of […]

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Is there anything worse than landing the perfect job, only to discover the person you report to is a pain in the ass boss? Yeah, there is, but it’s still a major let down. For many employees, the relationship they have with their boss is one of the key components in determining their overall job satisfaction. […]

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Founding Females is back, and I couldn’t be more excited to introduce you to Rachel Rowland.  Rachel is the Founder of Rachel Rowland Photography, a Pittsburgh based photography company that shoots weddings, portraits and lifestyle photography with the focus on telling stories and preserving legacies.  I’ve had the privilege to getting to know Rachel, and […]

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ways education will change

These past few years, we’ve seen some tremendous changes in the education world. Science innovations have been all over the place. We’ve witnessed tremendous advancements in medicine and constantly changing technology trends. These changes are only bound to grow and become more numerous in the years that follow, which makes it essential for us to […]

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As a Career Coach, I am always asked, “Are cover letters required?” The question when preparing your job materials (resume, LinkedIn, interview prep) seems to be one at large. Then comes further questions, “Where do I begin when writing a cover letter? Is a cover letter relevant or important today?” Since these are questions I’m frequently […]

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If you’ve invested in your education by going to college, I bet you’re feeling some pressure to have the career-defining results you hoped for. After all, you’re probably wondering how to make the most of your senior year at college? As a senior, it’s likely that you are anxious to graduate. You are probably also questioning […]

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