When it comes to navigating your career, the terms ‘career coaching’ and ‘career strategy’ often surface as ways to get support. While both aim to help you succeed, they serve distinct purposes. Understanding the difference is key to choosing the right approach for your professional journey.

The employment market is evolving fast, and 2025 is shaping up to be a year of both exciting opportunities and tough competition. If you’re planning a job search, considering a career change, or just want to future-proof your skills, understanding the market is key. Let’s break down what’s happening and what you can do to stay ahead.

Too often, I meet high-performing, talented individuals, who make simple mistakes in their job search that holds them back from landing their ideal role. The good news? A few strategic changes can dramatically improve your results.

Graduation is just a few months away, and while that might seem like plenty of time to land a job, the reality is hiring takes time. Waiting until Spring to start looking could leave you jobless after graduation.

Technology has transformed the job search process. AI-driven hiring, automated résumé screening, and digital networking shape how professionals and executives land new opportunities. If you’re relying on outdated job search methods, you’re missing out. Instead, embrace technology to stand out, get noticed, and land your next role faster.

As a high school student preparing for college applications, standing out from the crowd is essential. With thousands of applicants vying for limited spots, having a strong resume and LinkedIn profile—and essays that are not AI generated—can make the difference in acceptance. These tools not only showcase a student’s achievements but also give them a way to control their narrative and highlight their unique story.

Reaching out for help during a job search can feel intimidating. Whether it’s asking someone to help with your career materials, introduce you to a contact, or provide career advice, you might worry about appearing needy or as if don’t know what you’re doing. But here’s the truth: Asking for help is not only normal, and it can also be the smartest move you make.

Changing careers is more common than you may think. Most people initiate a career pivot a minimum of three or more times during their lifetime. Often, people spend years in a specific industry or role before they realize that it’s no longer a good fit or dare to take on a new challenge. Identifying why it isn’t a good fit is key to getting your career back on the right track. That information can help you decide if the next step should be a change in industry, function, or both.