One of the best career books I read this month wasn't shelved in the career section. From executive presence and emotional intelligence to influence and resilience, my July 2026 Reading Round-Up reminded me that some of the most valuable career insights come from unexpected places.

Pay transparency laws are changing hiring practices, but the biggest opportunity isn't simply negotiating a better salary. Discover how reading job postings strategically can help you understand your market value, guide your professional development, and prepare you for promotions. Become a more intentional steward of your career.

In 2004, I left a successful 10-year career in telecommunications months before my organization experienced major restructuring. This isn't a story about luck or predicting the future. It's about recognizing meaningful change early, trusting informed judgment, and developing the career foresight that helps professionals navigate disruption with confidence.

Hiring didn't stop in June. It slowed. The latest employment reports reveal a more deliberate hiring market where persistence, preparation, and relationships matter more than ever. Learn what the June 2026 job market data means for your career and how to position yourself for new opportunities.

June's Reading Round-Up explores authentic career growth, identity, leadership, and self-reflection through books that ask an important question: Are you building a life that still feels like your own? Discover the books and ideas that shaped my thinking this month.

Most professionals think only of LinkedIn when they're looking for a new job. That's a mistake. Discover why your LinkedIn profile is one of the most important career management tools you'll use throughout your entire career.

You hit your goals. You do great work. You thought you'd be in a senior role by now. So why are others getting promoted ahead of you? A former Fortune 50 hiring leader shares what promotion discussions really sound like behind closed doors.

AI is changing how work gets done, but it is not replacing everything that makes you valuable. Learn how experienced professionals can stay relevant, adapt, and thrive by focusing on the uniquely human skills that matter most.

The May 2026 employment reports tell a larger story than job gains and losses. Hiring is expanding across industries, AI is accelerating workforce transformation, and companies are redefining the skills they need. Here's what these changes mean for your career and how to position yourself for what's next.

May 2026’s reading round-up explores self-worth, courage, leadership, workplace rights, AI, and professional growth through books by Amanda Nguyen, Jessica Simpson, Whoopi Goldberg, Anna Papalia, and more. The common thread? Trusting yourself and becoming more of who you already are.

Most people think LinkedIn is only for job searching. In reality, it is one of the most powerful tools available for visibility, networking, learning, and professional growth. Explore my favorite LinkedIn resources, tools, podcast episodes, and strategies.

Thinking about asking for a raise but not sure where to start? Learn how to prepare, position your value, and approach salary conversations with confidence using real-world insight from a former Fortune 50 hiring leader.

For the first time in months, the major employment reports are telling similar stories. April 2026 job growth is concentrated in healthcare, transportation, and construction, while AI-driven layoffs continue to rise. Here’s what it means for your career strategy.

April’s reading round-up explores identity, perception, and career growth through books on communication, leadership, and personal development. Featuring insights from Naomi Klein, Al Pacino, and more, this month’s list challenges how you define your value and how others perceive it in your career.

You want to change industries, but where do you start? Here’s how to find a career coach who can help you reposition your experience and move forward with a clear strategy.

March 2026 job reports are finally aligning…somewhat. Growth is concentrated in healthcare, construction, and infrastructure-related roles. This post breaks down what the data reveals and how to position yourself for what is changing in the job market.

You are not starting over after 40. You are starting from rich experience. Here’s how to reinvent your career with direction, strategy, and confidence.

The March 2026 reading round-up explores leadership, family dynamics, and career growth through books on AI, coaching, sales, and personal development.

What does success sound like where you work? At the Cleveland SHRM NOHRC 2026 conference, I explored how communication, presence, and storytelling shape culture. From powerful sessions to meaningful conversations, one idea stood out: success isn’t just what gets done, it’s what gets heard, recognized, and repeated.

The February job market data tells two different stories. Job gains from ADP and losses from BLS are leaving professionals unsure what to believe. This post breaks down what is happening and how to move forward with confidence.