I cannot overemphasize the importance of building your professional network. It is truly foundational for a successful and fulfilling career. For some of you, the thought of “networking” may bring visions of awkward mix-and-mingle affairs. (Remember these, pre-covid?!) Events where you’d rather spend your time poking your eyes out than desperately searching for something to say that doesn’t make you sound like a loser. Okay, I admit, I’m talking about me…but seriously…this ha

In my blog post Four Areas of Focus to Get That Promotion, I called out the importance of being able to share your story in a powerful way. It is a critical skill, not only for getting promoted or landing a new job, but for building relationships, trust and credibility. Having the courage to share your story and to embrace the stories of others, allows you to create what is by far your MOST valuable career asset – your network. We all have a story in our mind about who we are

I have interviewed hundreds of people in my 23-year career in technology, data and banking. I have coached, mentored or sponsored hundreds more who were working towards their next promotion or preparing for interviews. I have had the great privilege and responsibility of making promotion and hiring decisions, many of these related to executive level roles. If you find yourself stuck - confused as to how to advance to that next level job or frustrated at trying for some time t