International Association of Career Coaches

I’m happy to share that I’m starting a new position as Podcast Host at Your Empowered Career Podcast! Backstory: Before I became a career coach, I traded stability for happiness. And, you know what? It made me miserable. Until I took a leap of faith and bet on myself. I’ve spent the last 6 years working with nearly a thousand clients, from Manager to C-suite, at companies like Apple, Meta, Amazon, Planned Parenthood, and Google, who all had something in common. They believed, as many people do, "I can either be happy, or I can be secure. But I can’t have both." So, I started Your Empowered Career Podcast with a simple mission: to help YOU unleash your inner rebel and carve a life and career that’s authentically yours— on your terms, with unapologetic freedom. How is this podcast different? You’ll get a backstage pass to my career coaching practice, where you'll hear actual stories and strategies I’ve used to help clients go through real transformations and find joy in their careers. I’ll take you through my own transformational journey from a turbulent childhood to feeling stuck in a career that didn’t make my heart sing because it was practical and paid the bills to finally taking a leap of faith and launching my own practice. Now, I help people just like you take a journey into the unknown and break free from career stagnation. Every episode will be packed with takeaways that you can use to level your life and career. I invite you to like and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts, so it’s in your back pocket whenever you need support, entertainment, or a pick-me-up. And if you like what you hear, I invite you to follow me on LinkedIn and drop me a line. I can't wait to connect with you! The podcast link is in the comments and my featured section. And, a huge thank you and shout out to Nada Buhendi, who helped me take this podcast from idea to reality. You're a cheerleader, expert guide, and trailblazer, and I'm so lucky to have you in my corner.

To all my Intel friends facing the uncertainty of what is ahead, I'm here for you! Reach out if you would like support, brainstorming, career coaching, change and transition management, or other... I have a great network of amazing career coaches I can help connect you to as well.

I am so excited to announce that I received my Senior Professional Career Coach Certification from the International Association of Career Coaches. For those of you who know me, training and coaching have always been a passion of mine. One of my first jobs was actually as an assistant karate instructor when I was 14 years old 🥋 Something about watching people grow and understand different learnings brought me a sense of purpose and joy. Before deciding to pursue my degree in business management I was actually considering to be a teacher or therapist 👩🏫 Three months ago I made the decision to pursue obtaining my certification to become a certified career coach. I worked tirelessly to fulfill the requirements needed to obtain my certification while working my full-time job and taking care of my 1 year old 👦 Now I get to bridge my love for training and coaching with my degree in business to support others 🙌 I'd like to give a special shoutout to Cara Heilmann and Olesia Iakivchyk for their guidance and knowledge during this process.

What a great networking event! It was an incredible opportunity for networking, sharing insights, and simply enjoying our favorite cocktails together 🥰!! Cara Heilmann

Are you stuck in a dead-end job? Want the secret to finding a career that lights you up? ⬇ Join me for a 💥FREE 💥 LinkedIn Live session where I will show you how to purposefully design your career. When I decided to purposefully design my career rather than keep accepting the jobs that were handed to me, I knew I had to pick a north star to guide the journey. It took MONTHS of agonizing and analyzing before I finally landed on that north star. I want to help you do it much faster. You'll come out of this webinar with a much stronger sense of your career direction so you can move your career forward with intention. 📅 Thursday, June 27 @ 6:00 pm PST 𝐃𝐌 𝐦𝐞 𝐨𝐫 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 "𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐏𝐀𝐒𝐒" 𝐛𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐰 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐤

Lesson Learned: Go for it. Recently, I was reminded of this old adage, “When you have a pocket full of nothing, you have nothing to lose”. What does this mean to you? I realize there are multiple interpretations of this saying. So let me explain it from my perspective. Maybe you can relate. If you find yourself in a place of hard transition or unexpected change (professional or personal), consider this. When you are in a position of loss or have nothing left (an unwanted job ending, a divorce, your highest weight, or any other surprise ending), I see it as your pocket full of nothing. Sometimes life can break you down and unfortunately leave you in a situation where you are between a rock and a hard place. Maybe you can relate. It is in that place of emptiness or place of flux, you have to decide your next step, your new direction, or your next move. I see this as your nothing to lose time. In your nothing to lose moment, you are in the best place to go for it. It is in this time, you can find your purpose, what you want for your next (career, relationship, or situation). When you have nothing to lose, you have everything to gain. I see it as the ultimate opportunity to re-invent, re-create, and re-present yourself. You can become your best self. Today, do you find yourself with a pocket full of nothing and an opportunity to live in your soul’s purpose? How do you see this place of transition? Is it a positive possibility or a place of resentment? Are you ready and willing to reframe your perspective? It is not easy. But I know it can be done. After 30 years of marriage, I found myself in a place that I had not expected and I had nothing left in my pockets. It was a difficult and scary time, full of uncertainty and fear. But with the help of wonderful mentors, coaches, and counselors, I was able to turn my nothing to lose into My Soul In Bloom. Changing my perspective gave me the power to transform and become the best version of me. I am finally living in my soul’s purpose. But my journey is far from over. So, let’s grow and become together. Remember, you have nothing to lose. #questionforgroup #purpose #coaching

Game on in Recruitment! Imagine transforming the mundane into the extraordinary. That's exactly what gamification in recruitment does. By infusing the hiring process with game-like elements, companies are not just filling positions; they're engaging candidates in a way that's memorable, interactive, and downright fun. But here's the twist: It's not just about making recruitment enjoyable. Gamification taps into deep-rooted psychology. It leverages the human love for challenges, rewards, and recognition, turning the job search into a journey of achievement and feedback. This approach can reveal a candidate's skills, problem-solving abilities, and cultural fit in ways traditional methods can't. Consider the possibilities: - A puzzle that tests strategic thinking. - A virtual reality scenario that simulates real job challenges. - Leaderboards that foster healthy competition among applicants. This isn't just innovation; it's a revolution in attracting top talent. Candidates get to experience the company culture firsthand, while employers gain insights beyond the resume. But here's the question: Is your organization ready to play? Engage, interact, and innovate. Let's discuss how gamification can transform your recruitment strategy. Share your thoughts below!