For years, I’ve been helping STEM professionals communicate their unique value, expertise, and impact on paper, online, and in person. Many people initially seek me out because they want help with their resume. While a strong resume absolutely matters, it’s only one component of a successful job search. I work with many brilliant, highly accomplished … Continue Reading
Let’s start with the challenges facing STEM employers. Several factors have exacerbated the STEM graduate shortage: There is a growing issue of talent churn due to globalization and flexible working arrangements, which have contributed to organizational instability and knowledge retention. The high demand for STEM skills and the rise of remote and hybrid work arrangements … Continue Reading
Let’s address the myth of the holiday-hiring hiatus. Year-end job seekers often face additional challenges, such as people being unavailable due to planned time off. You may have bought into the misconception that job hunting during the holidays is a waste of time. Hiring is a year-round process, and December is no exception. I recall … Continue Reading
Not all resume writers and career coaches are the same. Some can seriously hold you back in your job search. Updated for 2025 When I first published this post in 2018, resume writing was already a crowded, often confusing space. Since then, the landscape has shifted drastically, making an already crowded space even messier. In … Continue Reading
I love the fall season. There’s something about the weather, the coziness, the drinks, the holidays, and the colorful leaves that make that satisfying crunch as you walk over them. It’s also the time of year when my calendar gets jam-packed with many returning clients looking to update their resumes, LinkedIn profiles, and other documents. … Continue Reading
This post will cover: What is a reference sheet? A reference sheet is a list of people you provide to an employer who can speak positively about your work ethic and the skills, experiences, and achievements that reflect the qualities you bring to the position. How do employers use references? A study by SkillSurvey, an … Continue Reading
My Bad Interview Story I want to start by sharing my worst interview experience to date. I remember it vividly. It was the summer of 2014. I took a big risk and moved to the Netherlands with no job lined up and excited about the prospect of living and working abroad. I was actively searching … Continue Reading
What comes to mind when you think of networking? From my observation, most people get stressed about networking. They know they need to do it, but it conjures images of attending networking events, passing out business cards, and engaging in awkward conversations, fake laughter, and cliched introductions with strangers. Others think of networking as “using … Continue Reading
I received a message from a client who wanted to transition her scientific research background, focused on microbiology, parasitology, and molecular biology, into a molecular diagnostics role in a clinical setting. Additionally, she wanted to relocate to the east coast and be closer to family. In her message, she shared that she successfully relocated to … Continue Reading
I’ve worked with many clients who express the cover letter is harder to write than their resume. One of the primary challenges is figuring out how to address the cover letter. Most people use a generic salutation, such as Dear Sir/Madam, Dear Human Resources Director, To Whom It May Concern, etc. You can do better … Continue Reading
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