by Donald Strankowski | Jun 10, 2023 | Career Change, General, Over 40 and Boomer Job Search, Working Parents
The following post was written by Ascend Senior Career Coach, Marcy Fletchall: Many individuals seek guidance and support from professionals specializing in job search strategy, career development, and career transition activities when navigating career choices and...
by Donald Strankowski | Jun 4, 2020 | Avant Garde Career Advice, Career Change, Motivation
I read on a major news site today that there’s a football stadium-sized asteroid hurtling towards earth. Upon seeing the headline, I actually rolled my eyes as in, “Good grief, what the %$#@ next…”. It seems the past 3 months have brought us a level of unrest the...
by Donald Strankowski | Oct 13, 2013 | Career Change, Job Search Tactics
Do you have a hobby or a passion — something you really enjoy doing in your spare time? Do you love gardening, caring for animals, fitness, or the outdoors? Have you ever wondered what it would be like if you could spend more time on your hobby and less time at...
by Donald Strankowski | Jun 14, 2013 | Career Change, Job Search Tactics, Over 40 and Boomer Job Search
Re-entering the workforce can be a challenge even in a strong economy and job market. Volunteering, working or studying abroad, starting a family, caring for a sick relative or coping with your own illness can all be seen as viable reasons for taking a hiatus, but...
by Donald Strankowski | May 5, 2013 | Be Your Own Boss, Career Change, Skills Building
The percent of Americans starting businesses in 2009 and 2010 was the highest in 15 years–and the trend continues into 2013. Some have started businesses out of necessity due to a challenging job market and others have simply said goodbye to corporate life. It...
by Donald Strankowski | Jan 14, 2013 | Career Change, Job Search Tactics
Considering we spend almost 60% of our adult life engaged in some sort of work-related activity, it pays to find a career that we find fulfilling and meets our key needs and values. The average person will have 14 jobs and have changed careers 3 times in their...
