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Start Positioning Your Career for 2027 Now

By Brenda Goburn Smith / April 26, 2026 / Comments Off on Start Positioning Your Career for 2027 Now

This summer, while you lie in that lounge chair or on the beach, possibly with sand in your toes as you gaze into the distance, will you imagine your future, your career in 2027? Think about where you are now. What do you want for your future? What do you have to offer to an…

Who Are You When No One Is Looking?

By Brenda Goburn Smith / April 12, 2026 / Comments Off on Who Are You When No One Is Looking?

I recently attended a funeral. The ceremony was uplifting. I was deeply struck by the impact we have on the lives of those around us, often without even realizing it. The woman who passed away was the wife of my favorite cousin. I knew her well and recognized her talent; she was an incredibly gifted…

What Will Everyone Think? The Real Reason Established Professionals Fear Changing Careers.

By Brenda Goburn Smith / March 28, 2026 / Comments Off on What Will Everyone Think? The Real Reason Established Professionals Fear Changing Careers.

You’ve spent years, maybe even decades, building something real, a reputation, a track record, a professional identity that others know and respect. But now, something inside you has changed. Maybe it began with a sense of restlessness—a thought you brushed off as just a tough week. But it kept coming back. The work that once…

Stop. Back Away from the Keyboard. Before You Update Your Resume, Know Who You Are.

By Brenda Goburn Smith / March 9, 2026 / Comments Off on Stop. Back Away from the Keyboard. Before You Update Your Resume, Know Who You Are.

You’re staring at a blank document. Cursor blinking. You know you need to update your resume, but the words won’t come. Or worse, they come out sounding like everyone else’s resume. Generic. Forgettable. Nothing like the talented professional your colleagues know you to be. If this sounds familiar, I want you to know something: You’re…

If You’re 40-47, You’re Likely at the Peak of Your Career. But Are You Prepared for What’s Next?

By Brenda Goburn Smith / December 16, 2025 / Comments Off on If You’re 40-47, You’re Likely at the Peak of Your Career. But Are You Prepared for What’s Next?

If you’re between 40 and 47, you’re likely in the strongest season of your career. You’ve built expertise. You’re known for something. You’ve earned a reputation. But here’s the real question: What’s your plan for the next 10–15 years of work? Even at 50, most professionals are still vibrant, capable, and contributing at a high…

Is it Time to Recalibrate Your Career?

By Brenda Goburn Smith / December 3, 2025 / Comments Off on Is it Time to Recalibrate Your Career?

You have a job. You show up. You do good work. You’re moving forward… right? Maybe not. Having a job and building a career that actually fits who you are now—those are two very different things. And if you’ve been operating on autopilot, convinced that simply having employment equals progress, it might be time to…

Are You Being Strategic Enough About Your Career?

By Brenda Goburn Smith / November 16, 2025 / Comments Off on Are You Being Strategic Enough About Your Career?

If you’ve ever thought, “I should be more strategic about my career,” this is your moment. Was it just yesterday? You had your cup of coffee in hand, staring into space as thoughts bounced from one to another about today’s workplace, recent organizational restructuring, how industries are evolving, the impact of AI, and what could…

Play the Percentages for the Best Job Search Strategy

By Brenda Goburn Smith / October 21, 2025 / Comments Off on Play the Percentages for the Best Job Search Strategy

We’re heading into the final quarter of the year, and the job market is shifting. Companies are making tough decisions about budgets and staffing for 2026, and many are in active cost-cutting mode. If you’re considering a job search, whether proactively or because your position feels uncertain, now is the time to get serious about…

How to Maintain Your Sanity in the Current Job Market

By Brenda Goburn Smith / September 28, 2025 / Comments Off on How to Maintain Your Sanity in the Current Job Market

Please don’t assume your career path will continue as you have laid it out. Workplace changes can be unsettling to your sense of normalcy. You probably know that artificial intelligence, economic caution, and changing employer attitudes impact adaptability. Both of which affect new graduates and experienced workers, not just how they survive but also how they thrive. The job market of 2025…

Capture Your Career Accomplishments Now

By Brenda Goburn Smith / September 12, 2025 / Comments Off on Capture Your Career Accomplishments Now

In the busyness of your workday, it’s easy for your achievements to slip through the cracks. They are valuable evidence of your accomplishments. Documenting them consistently is one of the smartest habits you can build for supporting career analysis, boosting confidence for performance reviews, and making career transitions smoother. To thrive in today’s rapidly changing…