Welcome to the month of June. Halfway through May in the middle of a pandemic I thought – this year is going horribly slow because of the Corona Virus lockdown. Suddenly though, it’s summer. New Years feels like yesterday and somehow schools are getting out and the temperatures are rising as we approach the middle of the year. Can you …
The number of people in the US currently without work is staggering. Laid off, furloughed, let go, or temporarily on hold; you’ve found yourself suddenly with an abundance of time and possibly feeling overwhelmed figuring out how you will spend it. You’re not alone. Last year I was without work for three months. It was the first time since I …
2020: I refuse to edit a month of blog posts about productivity without sharing my stance on busyness. So today I’m excited to share with you a blog post I wrote several years ago (2018) when I fasted the use of the word busy for one whole year (2017), and what I learned about the value of time. ‘Being in …
In the month of February, we have focused on transition. As the month comes to an end we really want to make one additional suggestion for seasons of transition: input. As with all advice, it’s equally important to ask the right people and the right questions. One without the other will not be valuable.
Merriam-Webster defines transition as “a movement, development, or evolution from one form, stage, or style to another.” When we evolve as people, it is likely that the career we are in now, or the career we chose to pursue previously, will change.
I meet a lot of people that don’t feel passion for what they do, aren’t challenged, want to do work that serves a greater purpose, or feels a strong pull to a particular calling.
Your gifts are needed. They are not a mistake. They are not less than someone else’s. You wouldn’t be better with a different set. The body needs every part and that includes yours. It is easy to believe that your talents are less than others. To believe you need a different personality, aptitude, or talent to be successful. That is …
Use Your Strengths to Find Career Fulfillment
Written by: Becca Christensen | Reading Time: 2 minutes
Have you ever dreaded going to work? In my first year of a new leadership role, I worked with an individual who dreaded coming to work. The interesting thing was she didn’t realize what the real problem was. Let me explain.
Three Reasons You Need a Professional Headshot
Written by: Becca Christensen | Reading Time: 4 minutes
With the new year upon us, it may be time for some updates to your personal brand. What is Personal Branding? Personal branding is a way to connect you with the world. Your personal brand shares about who you are, what you stand for, and can tell your story. It’s about where you come from, what you are currently doing, …
Happy New Year! As we begin 2020, you will notice changes here on the Crossroads Career blog. Members of our Board of Directors run this blog and in 2019, James did an incredible job of providing content as well as an unbeatable lineup of webinars. We are excited to continue to provide useful blog content and new webinars this year. …