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Struggle to Self-Promote? Distinguish Yourself through Personal Branding

Jill Lynch Cruz

9 hours ago
5 min

Struggle to Self-Promote? Distinguish Yourself through Personal Branding

Do you dread the thought of promoting yourself? Here’s 4 ways to distinguish yourself... CONTINUE READING

Want a Career You Love? Just Follow Your Energy

Jill Lynch Cruz

Feb 4
6 min

Want a Career You Love? Just Follow Your Energy

Are you less than satisfied with your career? We often feel disengaged in our careers... Continue Reading

Want to Really Thrive? Start by Shifting Your Mindset

Jill Lynch Cruz

Jan 7
7 min

Want to Really Thrive? Start by Shifting Your Mindset

An abundant mindset can help you better envision your possible path forward, see other solutions to a problem... Continue Reading

Why Don’t You Ask? How to Negotiate for What You Want and Deserve

Jill Lynch Cruz

Dec 3, 2020
6 min

Why Don’t You Ask? How to Negotiate for What You Want and Deserve

Many of us, especially women, often settle for less than we should in our careers because we simply don’t ask for what we want and deserv...

Stop Saying ‘Yes’ When You (Really) Need to Say ‘No’

Jill Lynch Cruz

Oct 30, 2020
5 min

Stop Saying ‘Yes’ When You (Really) Need to Say ‘No’

Saying ‘yes’ to others when you really want to—and should--say ‘no’ can ultimately get in the way of your career success and satisfaction...

Avoiding Confrontation? 4 Ways to Stand Up for Yourself More Effectively

Jill Lynch Cruz

Oct 6, 2020
6 min

Avoiding Confrontation? 4 Ways to Stand Up for Yourself More Effectively

Many of us avoid confrontation for fear of damaging our relationships. Here are 4 ways to stand up for yourself ...CONTINUED READING

The Dark Side of Perfectionism: 4 Ways it Gets in the Way of Achieving your Goals

Jill Lynch Cruz

Sep 3, 2020
6 min

The Dark Side of Perfectionism: 4 Ways it Gets in the Way of Achieving your Goals

Perfectionism is a fixed mindset holding us back from reaching our full potential. 4 ways to get out of your own way and achieve your goals.

The Real Reasons You're Procrastinating – and How to Get Moving!

Jill Lynch Cruz

Jul 31, 2020
6 min

The Real Reasons You're Procrastinating – and How to Get Moving!

Here are the surprising reasons you're procrastinating, as well as helpful strategies to get you moving toward your goals. CONTINUE READING

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