When people decide to “fix” their LinkedIn profile, they usually start in the same place: The About section. They open a blank field. They stare at it. They feel exposed. They overthink. They close the tab. This makes sense—but it’s rarely the right place to begin. Because LinkedIn doesn’t work top-down. It works interpretively . How LinkedIn profiles are actually read Most readers do not move through your profile in order. They skim. They jump. They pattern-match. What they’

Most people think of a LinkedIn profile as a digital resume. It isn’t. A resume is scanned for facts. A LinkedIn profile is read for meaning . When someone lands on your profile, they’re not auditing your credentials line by line. They’re trying to answer a faster, more intuitive question: “Who is this person—and how should I read them?” That answer doesn’t come from any single section. It emerges from the coherence of the whole . What LinkedIn is actually doing Your LinkedI

I’ve avoided networking more times than I can count. Not because I don’t understand its importance. Not because I’m shy or unclear about my work. But because, at certain moments, it has felt deeply… off. Transactional. Like I was reaching out with an agenda, even if I tried to soften it with politeness. That feeling alone was often enough to stop me. If you’ve ever stared at a draft email to a former colleague and thought, “This feels weird — like I’m using them,”  you’re not

If networking events feel like marathons rather than opportunities, you're not imagining it. For introverts, the traditional networking playbook—work the room, collect business cards, make small talk with dozens of strangers—isn't just uncomfortable. It's unsustainable. But here's what most networking advice gets wrong: introverts aren't bad at networking. You're just being told to network like an extrovert. When you understand how to leverage your natural strengths—deep list

January always brings fresh energy to job searches. New year, new possibilities, new determination to finally land something better. But it also brings overwhelming competition. The HR Digest reports that 48% of job seekers in 2026 expect to submit 26 or more applications before getting hired. Some are mentally prepared to apply to 100+ roles. If your strategy is "apply to as many jobs as possible and hope something sticks," you're not alone. But you're also not optimizing fo

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You've been researching for weeks—maybe months. Career assessments. Job boards. LinkedIn profiles of people in roles you might want. Articles about "finding your passion." Conversations with friends, family, former colleagues. You're gathering so much information. And somehow, you're more confused than when you started. If this sounds familiar, you're not alone. You're experiencing what career experts call "analysis paralysis"—and it's more common than you think. The Research

You've read dozens of articles about career transitions. Taken three different personality assessments. Asked everyone you know what they think you should do. Attended webinars. Downloaded worksheets. Made pro/con lists. And you're no closer to deciding than you were three months ago. This isn't laziness. It's not fear (though fear is definitely involved). This is analysis paralysis disguised as due diligence. Why Smart People Get Stuck Career changers tend to be thoughtful,

You've been away from work for a while. Maternity leave. Caring for family. Travel. Health. Whatever the reason, there's been a gap. And now? That voice won't shut up. "Will I even remember how to do this?" "Technology moved on while I was away." "My colleagues will realize I'm a total fraud." "Do I even deserve to go back?" If that sounds familiar, you're not imagining it. 70% of people experience imposter syndrome when returning to work after time away. It doesn't matter ho

"How do I explain the gap without sounding defensive?" I hear this question constantly from professionals returning to work after layoffs, caregiving responsibilities, or other career pauses. And I get it—the pressure to justify your time away feels intense. But here's what most returning professionals don't realize: The gap isn't the problem. How you talk about it is . What Hiring Managers Actually Want to Know When you're in an interview explaining your career break, you mi

If you're exhausted from your job search, you're not alone. Entry-level jobs are down 15% while applications are up 30%.  But here's what I'm seeing with recent grads navigating this market: The ones who land roles aren't necessarily the most qualified. They're the ones who shifted their strategy. From scattered to strategic. The Scattered Approach (What Doesn't Work) Most job seekers are in reactive mode: See job post → Apply → Hope → Repeat Send 50-200 applications in a few

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