The Career Compass
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When Work Knocks You Down: Recovering from Negative Job Experiences
There are many different ways that work can knock people down. I work with many people who have been knocked down by bad experiences in their jobs and I help them recover and move forward in their lives.
How to Avoid Saying “Hurry Up and Make a Decision” to Your Teenager
In order to make an informed decision about they might want to do after high school, your teenager first has to explore their interests and possible career paths. I’m sharing my best tips for helping teenagers make career plans.
The Introvert’s Guide to Job Searching
How to use your strengths as an introvert and take control of your job search.
Will I Still Have a Job? Living with Job Insecurity
If you are one of the millions of Americans who live in fear that you may lose your job, you are not alone. How to manage the fear of losing your job without losing your mind.
Coping with Job Loss and Unemployment
Losing your job can mean losing your financial security. For many people it means losing a part of their identity. Losing your job can feel like a failure, even when it is not your fault. It is normal to feel helpless and hopeless for a little while.
Beyond Stressed: When Work Stress Becomes Job Burnout
Most people experience stressful times at work at some point in their life. When your work stress never seems to go down and the thought of going to work fills you with dread, you may be headed toward job burnout.
10 Reasons to Seek Career Counseling
Career counseling can be useful for managing issues that come up in our working lives. Sharing my top 10 reasons for seeking career counseling.

