As a career coach, I'm often asked why the current job market seems so stagnant, with job searches appearing more challenging and prolonged than ever. I believe the modern job market is influenced by three converging factors: more people working longer, employers being more cautious in hiring, and rapid changes in how work is conducted, including the impact of AI. This combination is significantly slowing down the entire job market and job-search process, leading to fewer openings, extended...

Leadership growth is rarely linear. Here are five lessons on discomfort, networking, and mentoring that help professionals build real leadership capacity.

From May 3 to 9, 2026, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) will celebrate Small Business Week, and I am excited to join in the celebration. Throughout the week, I'll be sharing tips on how you can personally support small businesses to maximize your impact. Make sure to follow along and get involved! The Importance of Small Businesses Small businesses are vital to the American economy. They encounter unique challenges that larger corporations usually do not face. These businesses...