Are You Making These Top 3 Career Mistakes?
Posted on March 24, 2014
We all make career mistakes. From fumbling on your resume to failing to impress an interviewer, mistakes are an inevitable part of your career path. These mistakes also help us get better, become stronger, and understand what not to do for the next go-round. Some career mistakes are h …
Faster, Higher, Stronger! 4 Career Lessons From The Olympics
Posted on February 5, 2014
The Olympic opening ceremony is just around the corner! While some of the games have already begun, preparations are well underway for the main event. Athletes from around the globe are perfecting their crafts, whether they’re figure skaters, snowboarders, or bobsledders. So what care …
4 Career Lessons from Martin Luther King, Jr.
Posted on January 20, 2014
Martin Luther King, Jr. was a pioneer for civil rights and a leader in activism. While his life was cut short, he is still viewed as one of the most influential players in U.S. history. You may not realize it, but there’s a lot to learn from Martin Luther King, Jr. as it relates to yo …
CareerShift’s Val Matta Featured on Career Coach Caroline!
Posted on November 20, 2013
It may sound corny, but it’s true: The job search is a journey, not a destination. Your interests may change, your skills can transfer, and things may work out differently than you once imagined. I’m a prime example of that. For instance, I started out in social services, went on to r …
What Ben Affleck Can Teach You About Career Rejection
Posted on October 10, 2013
Ben Affleck: One of Hollywood’s hottest actors, winner of multiple Academy Awards, and jack of many trades. He’s living the life, one hit at a time. He has earnings of $25 million as of June 2013. He’s a family man with three kids in tow. What could he possibly know about rejection, e …