Are you feeling stuck in your job search because you lack a college degree? You’re not alone. In fact, according to CNBC “62% of Americans don’t have a degree.” The good news is that it’s entirely possible to build a rewarding career at any age without one. Here’s how you can get a new job […]
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Changing Careers When You Don’t Know What You Want Not knowing what job or career you want is typical. At some point in their life, most people find themselves at this crossroads, feeling stuck, discouraged, and saying, “I want to do something different, but I just don’t know what that is.” It’s OK to feel […]
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Changing careers can feel overwhelming. Whether you’re considering a career change for personal growth or new opportunities, you might ask yourself if returning to school is necessary for your career shift. The answer isn’t always a simple yes or no. The fact is, you can change careers without going back to school. It’s important to […]
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“What I’d really love to do is X, but to do so I’d have to take a pay cut…so forget it” If I had $1 for every time I’ve heard that statement from a client, friend, or family member, I’d be typing this from a yacht in the South of France. Yes, there might be […]
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Feeling stuck in your career? We’ve been there. Whether you never really knew what you wanted, or later realized your dream job wasn’t quite the dream you’d imagined, or maybe life just took you in a new direction, making a change can feel overwhelming. Before you spend hours filling out job applications or years getting […]
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So, you got the job. Hooray! Now you just need to do that job well and all your career dreams will come true. Right? Or maybe you’ve been in your role for a while, working hard and doing all the “right” things. It’s only a matter of time before you’re whisked away to the management […]
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What are your professional goals? It’s a question that can make even the most seasoned professionals pause. Whether you’re just starting out or well into your career, setting professional goals is crucial. It’s about more than just climbing the corporate ladder. It’s worth taking the time to figure out your professional goals. This process is […]
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Let’s face it, no one ever teaches you how to navigate your career. At best, we get half-hearted questions like, “What do you want to be when you grow up?” and “Do you know what you’re going to do when you finish school?” From there, you can try to find a mentor or hope for […]
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Ready to take your career to the next level? No matter your career goals—getting a promotion, landing a big account, reaching the C-suite, or getting more autonomy and flexibility at work—your network and personal brand are central to that success. Just like the old adage, “It takes a village to raise a child,” we’ll also […]
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Life’s too short to settle for a job that doesn’t make your heart sing, right? We get it. You want a career that’s not just “meh,” but downright amazing. You might even call it a “dream job.” At Ama La Vida, we believe that everyone deserves a career (not just a job) – and we’re […]
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Here’s a staggering fact: on average, people spend a mind-boggling 84,700 hours of their precious lives at work. It’s why, at Ama La Vida, our particular career strategy emphasizes the importance of finding a job that truly brings you joy. Beyond the bills and responsibilities, your job should seamlessly integrate with your overall life, allowing […]
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Working with a coach can massively transform your personal and professional life, and offers a personalized approach to professional development that can help individuals achieve their full potential. Through communication and feedback, coaches can guide clients to gain a deeper understanding of themselves, their values, and their goals. This process can lead to increased confidence, […]
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