So, you’re aiming for a promotion? But you feel the opportunities slip away to someone else. 

Why does getting a promotion feel so soul-crushing? And more importantly, what can you do about it? Let’s dig in. 

The frustration is real

Here’s the thing: hunting for a...

Interpreting job criteria

Have you ever applied for a job and thought, “I’d be perfect for this,” only to get rejected without even making it to the interview? You’re not alone.

Many job applicants jump to conclusions about the role, assuming they know exactly what’s...

Congratulations! You’ve made it and you’ve got a new job. The recruitment process may have taken weeks, sometimes even months, to lure, interview, and assess candidates with the skills and experience that meet the company’s needs. And you - yes you! - were chosen, and you...

In competitive job market, recruiting can be a challenging task, especially when faced with a shortage of professionals in your industry or your professional field.

We are currently facing both an oversupply of workforce and a shortage of skilled professionals simultaneously. Additionally, in...

Did You Think Promotions Drop from Heaven? 

When it comes to advancing in your career, many of us wish it were as simple as the old adage “pennies from heaven”—but when it comes to promotions, it’s often more like climbing a mountain than catching falling stars....

The phrase "young, free, and single" might sound like a catchphrase from a dating show, but it’s not too far off from what companies are often seeking in potential hires. Employers are on the lookout for individuals who are agile, flexible, and devoid of personal responsibilities that might...

The Internet is full of dream talk and online courses about how you can make your dreams come true. “You can do anything”, “You can be anyone” – all it takes is to believe in yourself and manifest.

I will not have any of that. Yes, you must believe in yourself to...

Job search coaching is aimed at landing a new position as quickly as possible. This often leaves little time for a deep analysis of your skills and strengths. Career planning and the coaching related to it, however, are based on long-term preparation and carefully defining your desired outcome....

When was the last time you received a raise? Do you feel that your salary no longer reflects the value you bring to your company—or perhaps it never did?

Are you seen as a versatile worker handling a variety of tasks, yet none of them are the exciting, challenging projects you crave? Do you...

Power is never good unless its holder is good. This the a quote from Martin Luther King.

Power is one of the key elements both in management and leadership - whether you are a team member or a team leader, you are facing power everyday at work. You are also facing power everyday in your...

"Life is what happens to you when you're busy making other plans." - John Lennon

Do you recognise these thoughts:

• When I have a couple more years of experience, then I'll apply for a managerial position.

• When it's my next performance review time, then I'll ask for more interesting...

Do you feel trapped in your career? Are you burdened by praise, deemed so competent in your job that your employer hesitates to allow you to pursue new, inspiring opportunities internally? You might find yourself in a situation where your career dictates your path rather than you controlling it.

Does group work drain your energy, or do you gain strength from working with others? Do you feel that everything goes better alone or does working in a group lead to a better outcome?

I now address life's real or assumed shortcomings and the skill of changing perspectives. I wonder why group work...

It is not uncommon that women feel unseen, unheard or undervalued at work. If this is combined with heavy workload, too small salary, and no opportunities for career advancement, one thing is guaranteed. Boreout, burnout and/or frustration.

This job strain may easily radiate to other areas of...

Too many women still face the issue of misogyny in their their professional lives.  

Misogyny in the workplace manifests in many ways, both overt and subtle. Often, these behaviours are deeply ingrained in workplace cultures, making them harder to identify and address.

Some common examples...

We all have heard the words “glass ceiling” for the umpteenth time as a metaphor for the invisible barriers that prevent women from rising to the highest ranks in their careers.

True, progress has been made, but even in Northern Europe, which sometimes boast with its equal...