Before engaging in a conversation with a career coach, it’s important to know what a career coach is and isn’t. A career coach is not synonymous with a counselor or recruiter. Counselors are trained in areas of mental health and recruiters are focused on filling...
Our strengths and weaknesses become more powerful when we are aware of, can clearly articulate them and leverage them toward growth. One way to gain awareness and effectively utilize strengths and weaknesses is to gain the objective expertise of a career coach. Here...
In celebration of National Wellness Month, Crosworks welcomes Rebecca Hellmann as a guest blogger. Rebecca is a mindfulness and self-compassion teacher based in Columbus, Ohio. She, too, has assessed her career and moved from the world of corporate marketing to...
August is National Wellness Month, a time to focus on the importance of taking care of our physical, mental and emotional health. While this month serves as a reminder to prioritize our well-being, it’s important to do so throughout the year. At Crosworks, we...
Resumes and LinkedIn profiles are important and helpful resources during the job search process, but why keep them updated even when you aren’t looking for a new job? Whether your content in your current position or not actively seeking new opportunities, maintaining...
Whether clearly stated and communicated or not, every organization has a vision and a mission, no matter the structure, industry or niche. And, by and large, manager and employees want their organization to be successful, as growth and accomplishments fuel job...
Asking for help isn’t always easy, particularly in the workplace. Yet, doing so is often crucial to ensure you’re able to fulfill your employer’s expectations. Many managers are receptive to employee requests, as they understand the value of making sure employees have...
Meditation rooms. Nap pods. Free massages and haircuts. Concierge services. In its early days, Silicon Valley made headlines when it offered unusual perks to employees and, since then, many companies have tried to copy the approach. But, while these perks may help...
Strong organizations understand that their most important asset is their employees. Without productive and competent employees, in the long-term organizations will fail. It’s essential for employers to establish clear expectations of their employees, yet it’s also...
At Crosworks Career and Talent Strategists, we have an experienced, professional team of executive, leadership and career coaches. Each has a unique background that brings well founded insights to their coaching-client relationships. This month, we’d like you to...