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Everyone knows networking is the best way to find a job. But many networking efforts have been hampered the past year due to the pandemic. Now, we’re able to cautiously step back into traditional networking methods in some instances, while continuing to use virtual means when necessary. As a result, I wanted to compile some […] The post What Are Some of the Best Networking Hacks for Your Job Searc...

If you’re a regular follower of this blog, you’ll notice my absence for the past several weeks. I was out of town due to a death in the family, but I’m back in Nashville and available to assist you with your career coaching needs. As I was driving back into town, I was reminded of […] The post What Are the Best Companies to Work for in Nashville? appeared first on paNASH Passion & Career Coaching.

When working with clients, I spend a lot of time delving into the deeper issues involved in career decisions and the job search. I’ve written several posts on this topic as well. Today, I want to share some “oldies but goodies” with you. If you’re new to this blog, I hope you’ll find them refreshing. […] The post Why Your Career Decisions Require Focus, Patience, and Passion appeared first on paNA...

My grandmother was the hardest working person I’ve ever known (not just woman, but PERSON). She had grit. And she knew how to value her hard work. In honor of Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day, allow me to share her story. My Grandmother’s Grit My grandmother worked in a textile mill for a […] The post How Your Grit Can Help You Negotiate a Better Salary appeared first on paNASH...

I’ve previously written on the importance of asking questions of your own when interviewing for a job. Not only do they help you make a wiser decision when it comes to multiple job offers, they also help you win the interview! But with various interview processes, and the latest changes in the way we work […] The post How to Know What Questions to Ask in a Job Interview appeared first on paNASH Pa...

Most job seekers underestimate how long it will take to land their next job. Many find themselves six months into the process and say to themselves, “I had no idea it would take this long.” The truth is, on average, the typical lifespan of a job search is three to nine months, and that’s in […] The post Your Next Job: How to Reduce the Time in Finding It appeared first on paNASH Passion & Career C...

When making career decisions, risk is inevitable. And to be successful in a job search, you have to be willing to take some career risks. Especially during a tough job market like the one we’re in right now. For the past four weeks, I’ve shared some unique, outside-the-box job search strategies. Not all strategies will […] The post How to Avoid Taking the Wrong Career Risks appeared first on paNAS...

Most people need help improving their interview skills. Even those who think they do well in interviews. We all have blind spots when it comes to interviewing. And even if you’re naturally good at interviews, there are some novel things you can do in your next interview to increase your chances of landing an offer. […] The post Do You Need to Improve Your Interview Skills? appeared first on paNASH...

Networking often feels awkward, and can sometimes backfire, even with the best of intentions. Add to it the awkwardness and limitations of a pandemic, and you’ve got yourself a potential epic fail. We’ve all failed at least once in our networking strategies. This week, I want to provide some tips to help you try some […] The post How to Avoid an Epic Fail When Networking appeared first on paNASH P...

Maybe it’s time to approach résumé writing from a different angle If you’ve sent out hundreds of résumés and still aren’t getting interviews, maybe it’s time to re-think your resume. Most job seekers approach résumé writing from the wrong perspective. They think their résumé is about them, when in actuality, it’s not. To learn some fresh […] The post Is Your Resume Not Working? appeared first on p...

Maybe it’s time to try something different. If you’ve been at your job search for a while now and still aren’t seeing results, maybe it’s time for some new or different job search strategies. You’re probably familiar with the Albert Einstein quote, “Insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different […] The post Are Your Job Search Strategies Not Working for You? appeared...

I know I sure could use a day off from 2020! For the first time in a long time, I’m experiencing writers block for this blog, and I just need a little time off from trying to come up with my next topic. This year has been so eventful, but not in a good way. […] The post Who Needs a Day Off From 2020? appeared first on paNASH Passion & Career Coaching.

One of my good friends has relocated to where she’s dreamed of living for over a year now. This past summer, she hired me to help her with the process of relocating and finding a job in another state. When we first started working toward her goal, she was still employed here in Nashville. Therefore, […] The post How to Best Search For a Job When Relocating appeared first on paNASH Passion & Career...

Part 2 Last week, I shared with you the first five of ten rules for a successful career. These rules were garnered from the advice of some of the world’s greatest athletic coaches, as highlighted in the recent documentary series, The Playbook: A Coach’s Rules for Life. This week I’m sharing the remaining five rules, […] The post More Coaches’ Advice For a Successful Career appeared first on paNASH...

Coaches’ advice for a successful career – Part 1 I know a lot of people have cancelled their Netflix accounts, and in many ways understandably so, especially since last week a Texas grand jury indicted Netflix for the film Cuties. But despite this controversial film, Netflix has some great documentaries highlighting the good in this […] The post The Greatest Coaches Share the Best Advice From Thei...

A couple of years ago, I wrote a post about the importance of having a back-up plan if something disrupts your career. I shared about a past client of mine who was a recording artist with a unique story. His former career as a high school social studies teacher was disrupted by stardom in the […] The post What Happens When a Pandemic Disrupts Your Career? appeared first on paNASH Passion & Career...

Most professionals have a LinkedIn profile, but typically say they don’t do anything with it. That is, until they need to start looking for another job. After their profile has sat dormant for months or even years, they will dust it off, update it, and do one of two things. Either they will go back […] The post How to Stop Looking Desperate on LinkedIn appeared first on paNASH Passion & Career Coa...

Press release – new career coach and more services New career coach – Dr. Denisha S. Bonds paNASH LLC is excited to announce the addition of career coach Dr. Denisha S. Bonds. Dr. Bonds combines creativity and expertise to help clients design the careers of their dreams. She sees career development as a strategic two-step […] The post paNASH Adds New Career Coach and More Services appeared first o...

This Wednesday is the virtual Amazon Career Day. Amazon recruiters are looking to fill more than 30,000 technology and corporate job openings, 500 of which will be located here in Nashville. Whether you’re in the market for a job with Amazon, or with another company, there are some things you can do to keep recruiters […] The post How to Keep Recruiters Interested in You appeared first on paNASH P...

If you’re a working parent, you may have had to temporarily quit your job to start homeschooling your children due to COVID-19. This unexpected career disruption could have long-term negative effects on the remainder of your career. Especially if you had to leave your job completely with no options to return. It’s always been difficult […] The post How to Protect Your Career While Homeschooling ap...

The COVID pandemic has had widespread effect, not just on our health and our healthcare system, but also on our careers and the way we work. Every industry has felt its impact, some in a positive way, and most in a negative way. As a result, I’ve had to help guide my clients and readers […] The post How to Improve Your Career During a Pandemic: 15 Resources appeared first on paNASH Passion & Caree...

The past several months I’ve written numerous blog posts covering topics related to doing a job search during the pandemic. This includes topics on how to create additional income streams when furloughed or laid off. It also includes topics on how to show employers in your next interview that you’ve spent your time wisely during […] The post How to Market Your Side Hustle on Your Resume appeared f...

Last week I wrote a post about possible questions you may face in your next interview. If you’re looking for work during the pandemic, you need to be ready to answer such questions. The questions I covered included: What did you do with your time while laid off or furloughed during the pandemic? Did you […] The post Why You Need to Be Ready For Anything in Your Next Interview appeared first on paN...

If you’re interviewing for a new job due to a COVID-related job loss, you want to of course prepare for commonly-asked interview questions. But you also need to prepare for some new interview questions brought on by the current pandemic. These pandemic interview questions could include: What did you do with your time while laid […] The post How to Answer These Important Pandemic Interview Question...

Do you really need a cover letter to go along with your résumé? People ask me this question a lot. While a LinkedIn profile and a résumé are still necessary when applying for a job, it’s not always clear if a cover letter is necessary. When to include a cover letter Here’s a simple rule […] The post Do You Really Need a Cover Letter? appeared first on paNASH Passion & Career Coaching.