Career Storybook Blog
Carlos’ Dream Is Right Where He Is
The Starting Place Carlos was a seasonal ski instructor and a part-time bartender living in a local ski area. He divided his typical day into two shifts: Teaching ski lessons by day and tending a bar at night. He enjoyed both jobs equally. He loved the mountain's...
From Entry Level to a Career
I have always worked hard and, since I was 17 years old, have always been employed. I've kept my family fed and clothed. I've managed to find a little extra for renting a cottage at the lake in the summer. This past year has been a challenging one. I work in a grocery...
5 Benefits of Career Coaching
Disputed and displaced? tired have having to settle for what's offered? Are you currently searching for a new job? If so, you’ve probably updated your resume and put together a list of references, but have you thought about hiring a career coach? There are many...
10 Point Job Search Checklist
by Kathy Parks, founder KP Coaching Well, here we are 5 months into the pandemic and unfortunately no end in sight! While it has been a tough time for all, my heart especially goes out to those who have lost their jobs during this difficult time. So I’ve created a...
Hailey Gets a Fabulous Microbiology Job Offer in Just One Month
by Adina Zinn, Founder of Love Your Work Career Coaching Introduction Hailey was finishing up her degree in Microbiology at UC Berkeley when she reached out to me. Her long-range plans were to attend medical school, but she wanted to take a break from school to get...
A New Chapter in Career Coaching Launches Today
Career Storybook leverages the power of groups for support and accountability Northern California, Aug. 24, 2020 -- At first glance, a seasoned female CEO, a recent college graduate, traveling sales executive and non-profit director have little in common. What they...
Flip the Crisis
“Everything does need to change,” Marilyn agreed with him, “including ourselves. The person you were one month ago is not equipped to deal with this crisis. Each of you needs to grow into a better version of who you are. The difference between who you are and who you have the potential to become has never been more important than it is in this moment.”
Reflect, Let Go, and Create Space for Something New
Martina Felderman Scientist | Leadership Development | Career & Executive Coach Life has shifted out of the ordinary for most of us. During these unprecedented times, we are trying to adjust to a "new normal" of changed personal and professional circumstances....