Your career is a garden — sow wisely, nurture consistently, and watch it flourish.” Advancing your career as a mid‑career professional can feel challenging.  At this stage, progress requires more than technical expertise. It requires strategic planning, bold action, and a shift in mindset. Career growth may mean leading a bigger team, managing larger budgets, or stepping into roles with greater influence. Yet many professionals face stagnation, skills gaps, or even age bias,

Accent Bias: A Silent Barrier to Opportunity I recently overheard someone expressing deep frustration with his job search. His words struck me: "Just because I speak with an accent does not mean I think with an accent." I felt the weight of his frustration, and it made me pause. Listening to his story, I gathered that despite having the right qualifications, skills, and experience, he had been searching for a job for over two years without success. He believed his accent was

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Today, I stand proudly as a Regional Organiser for one of the largest Trade Unions in the country; a role that brings me deep fulfilment...

“ My career feels like a polygamous marriage. I am committed, I show up, I contribute, but I receive no recognition. My voice in meetings...

Polymathic brilliance deserves recognition and support. As a careers coach, one of the frequently asked questions I get is:  "I am good...

Rebuilding Your Career After Caregiving: Ten Empowering Steps      The end of a caregiving chapter often brings a mix of emotions,...

" "Rock bottom became the solid foundation on which I rebuilt my life" - J.K. Rowling At some point in your professional life, you might...

" It is not the load that breaks you down, it is the way you carry it". Lena Horne After leaving a full-time job in January to start my...

During a recent conversation, a professional shared with me her feelings about her work environment. Her words. “I am silenced at work...

Leadership is about ambition, growth, learning, and resilience. Some people are born leaders, with the personality, ambition, and...

Receiving unhelpful job interview feedback is a common experience for many job seekers. It's discouraging when candidates put in time,...

Being part of the leadership team in any organisation is an accolade many people aspire to. This position comes with responsibilities and...

" When I started my career, I viewed networking as an activity CEOs engaged in to promote their organisations. As a result, I did not...

This career road map is a comprehensive guide to navigating your career transition in the New Year. Whether you are seeking a new role, a...

"   Never get so busy making a living that you forget to make a life." — Dolly Parton. Welcome to the final week of the Career Road Map...

"Your brand is what people say about you when you’re not in the room." — Jeff Bezos Welcome to Week 5 of our six-weeks challenge. To...

Connect and Spread just like the Ivy. Welcome to Week 4 of our six-weeks challenge. I would like to extend my thanks to all my readers...

Welcome to week 3 of your Career Raod Map; it's all about Feedback. Aligned with the Career Road Map's framework, this week's activity...

This Career Roadmap is a comprehensive guide to navigating your career transition in the New Year. Whether you seeking a new role, a...