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The job market of 2024 has been daunting for many workers seeking new jobs. In fact, studies have shown that among white-collar job seekers, it took on average 294 job applications to land an offer – up from 254 in 2023. Also, it took more days for them to land an offer than the previous […] The post Top 12 Reasons Workers Are Seeking New Jobs appeared first on paNASH Passion & Career Coaching.

Conducting a confidential job search without jeopardizing your current role can be tricky. You have to be strategic but not sneaky, while remaining professional. Below are some practical tips to help you mask your job search and keep it private, while also maintaining your professionalism with your current employer. 8 ways to keep your confidential […] The post How to Mask Your Confidential Job Se...

The job market has become more and more competitive in recent months, thus making the job search a much longer process. A prolonged job search can be demoralizing and can do a real number on your motivation and self-esteem. Here are my top 7 ways to stay motivated. Feeling stuck or unsure of your next […] The post 7 Ways You Can Stay Motivated During a Prolonged Job Search appeared first on paNASH...

Your job search can be overwhelming and time consuming. It’s especially frustrating when your time is wasted by scammers, fake job posts, and ghosted interviews. My goal in working with my clients is always to help them find the best fit for them sooner than later. While figuring out what they want to do next […] The post How to Save Precious Time in Your Job Search by Recognizing Red Flags appear...

Getting ghosted by employers following job interviews is frustrating enough. But now, job candidates have to beware of something called “ghost posts.” These posts are fake jobs posted by real companies. Companies often use these posts just to give the appearance to their current employees that things are going well in the company. It makes […] The post How to Spot and Avoid Fake Jobs and “Ghost Po...

Many of my clients love to read as much as I do. And nearly every summer, I provide a reading list of books I’ve read the previous year. While I can’t list all the books I’ve read in the past 12 months, I will share with you the ones that can best assist you in […] The post Don’t Miss Out! paNASH’s Top 5 Picks for Summer Reading appeared first on paNASH Passion & Career Coaching.

When faced with a career decision, it’s important avoid the common mistakes most people make. What are those mistakes? Let’s take a look. Mistake #1: Assuming there’s such a thing as a perfect job Recently, a former client contacted me to help him again with another job search. When I previously worked with him, he […] The post 5 Career Decision Mistakes People Make (And How to Avoid Them) appeare...

NOTE: In 2017, I wrote a post about how advances in technology such as AI would affect the work world in five to ten years. Specifically, how it might take over some jobs, and how to improve your job security and avoid unemployment. Fast forward to now, I’m re-reading that post as I’m writing this […] The post How to Successfully Compete Against AI in the 2024 Job Market appeared first on paNASH P...

You’ve probably seen a box on a job application asking what your salary was at your previous job. Or, you’ve been asked in an interview about your salary history. Did you know this is illegal in 30 states? Well, it is. And it’s only one of several illegal interview questions you’ve probably received. Illegal interview […] The post Did You Know It’s Illegal for an Employer to Ask Your Salary Histor...

Excessive job hopping can raise red flags for employers. Some people believe it always signals career instability or a lack of commitment. But this is a myth. I remember two years prior to the pandemic, I spoke with a recruiter who said she and her colleagues had been told not to dismiss candidates solely based […] The post Dispelling the Myth: Why Job Hopping Isn’t Always a Bad Career Move appear...

Many of my clients want to continue working remotely ever since being required to during the pandemic. I get it. For those of us who like working remotely (myself included), it’s great. But there’s some bad news. According to the Nashville Business Journal, many companies are starting to call their employees back to their on-site […] The post How to Convince Your Employer to Let You Continue Worki...

Last year I had a client who had taken a job in Germany. I asked him to share with my readers what this experience was like for him. My hopes are you’ll learn some things from his story, even if you aren’t taking a new job in a foreign country. I think the things he […] The post What Is It Like to Take a New Job in a Foreign Country? appeared first on paNASH Passion & Career Coaching.

Data from the Bureau of Labor statistics show Nashville ranks #26 for highest increase in jobs among the nation’s 389 metros. If you’re one of the several people moving to Music City and looking for work in Nashville, or if you’re a local looking to change jobs, it’s important to know which companies are the […] The post Looking To Work in Nashville? These Companies Have the Best Company Culture a...

Finding your best job ever isn’t always a straight shot or a linear path. There are often several stepping stones to get from your nightmare job to your dream job. This has been the path for one of my clients I’ve highlighted several times in the past few years. You probably remember Robert, and his […] The post How Your Next Job May Be One of Several Stepping Stones to Your Best Job appeared firs...

Clients often ask me if they need to obtain a certification to boost their careers. The answer isn’t always clear-cut, at least not for every client, and not for every industry. Benefits of certifications It’s obvious in some industries that a certain certification or license is a must to work in a specific role. This […] The post Do You Really Need a Certification to Boost Your Career? appeared f...

When I first meet with potential clients, one of the questions I ask is how they are currently finding jobs to which they’re applying. Almost everyone responds the same way: “Through online job boards like Indeed and ZipRecruiter.” The next question I ask is, “How’s that working for you?” Nine times out of ten, the […] The post Why Online Job Boards Suck the Life Out of Your Job Search appeared fi...

Below is a re-post of a past blog topic. This re-post is timely and necessary, in that I’ve recently received emails from parents wanting me to work with their adult child. In addition, I’ve been seeing numerous news articles about why millennials are getting fired. If you’re the parent of a millennial or a Gen-Z-er, […] The post How NOT to Ruin Your Adult Child’s Career appeared first on paNASH P...

We now have only a little over five months left in 2023. Hard to believe, right? So much has happened in my own life in the past six and a half months, that I’m experiencing a bit of mental whiplash. While much of these new changes have been good, all of it has my head […] The post Are You Still Waiting to Make Your Next Career Move? appeared first on paNASH Passion & Career Coaching.

When it comes to deciding whether or not to stay in a decent job or leave, there are a lot of factors to consider. There’s no one piece of advice pertaining to everyone on whether you should stay or go. Advantages and disadvantages differ in every situation. Stay in your decent job, or go? I […] The post You Have a Decent Job. But Should You Stay or Should You Go? appeared first on paNASH Passion...

LinkedIn can be a great way to let recruiters and hiring managers know you’re looking for new opportunities. But, marking your profile as “open to work” can sometimes make you vulnerable to scammers posing as recruiters. This happened recently to a client of mine. Her gut told her the person contacting her wasn’t legit. It’s […] The post Are the LinkedIn Recruiters Contacting You Scammers? Here’s...

It’s been a while since I’ve posted a new blog. I have a lot going on right now. In addition to planning a wedding and a move to a new home, I’ve been working with several new clients. One of the trends I’m noticing among my latest batch of clients, and their industry peers, is […] The post Do You Want Extended Time Off From Your Job? Here’s How to Ask For It appeared first on paNASH Passion & Car...

Is your job starting to feel like Groundhog Day? You may not be in the position to change jobs or careers right now, but there are some small changes you can make in your current job so it feels a little less repetitive. 6 ways to avoid a Groundhog Day experience at work 1. Take […] The post 6 Ways to Keep Your Job From Feeling Like Groundhog Day appeared first on paNASH Passion & Career Coaching.

We’re more than halfway through the first month of 2023. This is usually the time when your new year’s resolutions have either solidified into good habits, or have gone by the wayside. In the past few weeks, I’ve met with several potential clients who’ve decided this is the year they’re finally going to stop putting […] The post Is 2023 the Year You Stop Putting Your Next Career Move On Hold? appe...

Another year is coming to an end. The job market has been a bit of a roller coaster, beginning with the Great Resignation in full swing due to the pandemic, and ending in layoffs as a result of steady inflation during the majority of the year. Wherever you are in your career or job search, […] The post paNASH’s 10 Best Blog Posts of 2022 appeared first on paNASH Passion & Career Coaching.

In my previous post, I talked about what to do after experiencing an unexpected layoff, providing advice for those who’ve recently been laid off in the early stages of a recession. For those who are still employed, I want to share some tips to help you be better prepared, in case you also experience a […] The post 8 Effective Ways to Prepare for a Proactive Job Search appeared first on paNASH Pass...