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.
What Am I Even Qualified For?
Leaving government can feel like walking away from more than a job. If you’re asking yourself, “What am I even qualified for?” these four lessons can help you approach your transition with more clarity and intention.
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.
Philanthropy and Foundations Field Guide: Insights from Heather Haines
Breaking into philanthropy and foundations can feel anything but straightforward. Drawing on insights from Heather Haines, this field guide explores what government professionals need to know about navigating the sector, from transferable skills and hiring trends to networking, partnerships, and finding roles that aren’t always easy to spot.
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.