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If you’ve ever felt like the phrase “the job market is weird right now” is coming up in every client session (or career-related conversation), you’re not wrong.  It is weird. It’s been weird. And it’s probably going to stay weird for a while. But here’s the million-dollar question: can you explain why the market feels […]

  View in browser Get ready! Tomorrow launches our next Master Series – an incredible 2-part series on Emotional Intelligence including empowering tactics to enhance your coaching practice. Join us for this exclusive opportunity to learn profound active listening skills, methods to guide fear into action, and practical tools you can implement immediately.   Job […]

  View in browser Do you have seasoned 50+ clients returning to the workforce? Want to know how to up-skill and empower these experienced professionals to thrive in this challenging job market? Get effective tactics in our interactive session tomorrow with Mark Smith and learn practical strategies to help these ‘forgotten’ workers regain confidence.   […]

  View in browser   Let’s get this season started right! PARWCC’s renowned Certified Professional Career Coach program got a major overhaul and now includes LIVE coaching sessions designed to bridge the gap between theory and real-world application. This comprehensive program also pulls in several features from our new Learning Platform for an even more […]

When it comes to job search strategy, two primary approaches exist: Résumé First, Person Second or Person First, Résumé Second. They aren’t mutually exclusive—success is often a byproduct of mastering both. Résumé First, Person Second This strategy prioritizes crafting a strong résumé and applying before networking. Here are its pros and cons: ✅ Pros: Ensures […]

We’re all guilty of it. The second we hear, “I’m struggling in my job search,” we flip into fixer mode. Resume? Keywords? Interview prep? Let’s go! It’s natural—we’re here to help, after all—but in our eagerness to solve problems, we can skip the most powerful step in a coaching conversation: curiosity. What if your best […]

By Stephanie Renk, MBA, CPCC, CERW, CPRW As of April 2025, the U.S. job market continues to demonstrate resilience, with strong job gains and a stable unemployment rate. However, emerging challenges such as trade tensions, evolving hiring technologies, and shifting candidate behaviors are adding new complexity to the employment landscape. National Employment Trends: Growth Amid […]

Most job seekers believe they must post résumés on job boards to find a job. While job boards may be a good tool, they are not the be-all and end-all of a job search strategy. As a former internal recruiter/employment specialist for a major aerospace corporation, this is how I recruited new employees: First, I […]

I’m a firm believer that wisdom can be found anywhere, and I recently made a new discovery while walking my dog. As the primary dog walker, I tend to take us around three basic routes. The first is a quick around the block, a 10-minute route where he can sniff and do his business and […]

A Word about Successful Processes A successful process is a series of planned and repeatable steps that consistently achieve a desired outcome, while optimizing resources such as time, cost, and effort, while maintaining quality engagement. Whether it’s making a cup of coffee or seeking a job – successful processes lead to successful outcomes. Below is […]

There are 6,532 potential clients who need your help the most.  That’s your share of the 19,597,200 Americans who are either unsatisfied or very unsatisfied with their careers. And not a single one decided they would seek out a terrible job. I imagine they made their choices based on “research,” most likely using AI to […]

In the rapidly evolving landscape of career services, staying ahead isn’t optional — it’s essential. At the Professional Association of Résumé Writers and Career Coaches (PARWCC), we are proud to announce a major step forward in our commitment to excellence: the launch of our new Learning Management System (LMS), powered by CrowdWisdom. This new platform […]