CPCC

In the past couple of months, I have seen several job vacancy announcements cautioning against or forbidding the use of AI in résumé development and/or the job application. AI is a useful tool for developing résumés, LinkedIn profiles, and responses to application questions, such as mini-narratives; cover letters, salary negotiation letters, and more. However, clients […]

If you’re ready to become a career coach, or you’re already coaching and want to back up your expertise with a recognized credential, how long does certification actually take? It depends on the program, your schedule, and how you prefer to learn. Here’s what you can expect if you’re considering the Certified Professional Career Coach […]

Interviewing is hard work. I tell my clients, “You can prepare for 1,000 questions – and you will get asked question 1,001 – the one for which you did not prepare.” Most of the hiring managers I have interviewed and spoken to about applicant interviews – they all tell me: “The applicants are not prepared, […]

When my clients are engaged in a career transition, they often tell me they are scared, nervous, and uncertain. Some express excitement and anticipation. I ask my clients, “What is the worst thing that can happen?” The employment market has become unhinged in the past couple of weeks. Scores of federal employees are resigning, being […]

I discuss branding in the Certified Professional Career Coach (CPCC) program. A strong identifying personal brand and value proposition statement can significantly boost job search opportunities. It is a platform for a strong career management plan.  I ask my students to think about familiar brands, such as Coke, Mercedes, Target, and McDonalds. Some branded logos […]

It is time to review the past year as we enter the New Year. Instead of making New Year’s Resolutions – think about the accomplishments and activities from the past year upon which you can build in 2025.  I look at four primary areas for this evaluation/inventory of business success, as well as any changes […]

Throughout the year as Santa’s head career coach and employment specialist along with the Grinch who serves as the North Pole’s Chief Motivational Officer (CMO), we manage hiring, talent management, training, onboarding, and more for Santa, the Elves, Flying Reindeer, Toy Making Operations, Cooking Making & Baking Operations, Gift Wrapping Operations, and much more.  Operations […]

Keeping up with the times, I reimagined and updated the Certified Professional Career Coach (CPCC) program, including the videos, written materials, and case studies. Of course, I included some legacy videos beloved by the more than 2,700 CPCC participants and credentialed CPCCs from more than 40 countries worldwide who have already engaged in the CPCC program. […]

In March 2020 – much of the workforce was sent home to work via government-mandated work-from-home orders. Companies scrambled to move employees out of offices and into their homes. Many employees did not have the capability to work from home. They did not have dedicated office space, internet or robust enough internet, a computer, or […]