Trust the Process: Lessons From a Successful Government-to-Private-Sector Transition
What happens when you stop focusing on everything you could do and get specific about what you actually want? One former client’s move from the intelligence community to a defense tech startup offers a few lessons for anyone making a similar transition.
Why is networking SO hard?
Networking can feel vulnerable, awkward, and transactional, especially when you’re asking someone for help. A better approach is to stop treating it as something you only do during a job search and start building relationships for the long term.
Stop Digging Random Holes in Your Job Search
Upskilling, rewriting your resume, and applying to more jobs can all feel productive. But without a clear direction, you may just be digging random holes. Here’s how to focus your job search on what actually moves you forward.
Want to Get Ahead? Focus on the People, Not Just the Work
Want to get ahead in your career? It takes more than just hard work and strategy - it takes intentional connection. Learn why focusing on the people around you, leading with empathy, and remembering the little things are the true keys to building a reputation that speaks for itself.
The Networking Barrier: Why It’s Easier to Give Help Than to Ask for It
Why is it so much easier to offer help than to ask for it? When you are job searching, reaching out to your network can feel vulnerable and awkward. Discover how to reframe your mindset around networking - from feeling like a "burden" to creating an opportunity for genuine connection - so you can confidently land your next role.
Asking For Help is Hard! Here’s Some Practical Advice for Formulating Your Ask
Asking for help is hard, but in today's tough job market, it's an essential skill. If you aren't getting traction on your networking messages, you might be missing a crucial step. Learn how to approach outreach with empathy and use this 5-step framework to formulate a clear, actionable ask that makes it easy for people to say yes.

