Do you charge what you are worth? Years ago, just out of culinary school I opened my first business. A catering company. I was hungry for any business and to grow my name. I never turned a party or event down. Whatever the budget I would work it out. Why shouldn’t I? I was the “new kid on the block”. 

The traditional value proposition that existed between companies and employers was structured around loyalty.  In exchange for services provided, dedication, long hours and commitment, the company would provide fair wages, benefits and retirement. Those days are long gone.

According to a recent study, the most stressful number of kids to have is three.

Returning to work after being at home takes confidence and direction.  Your resume needs to be specific and well-crafted to really sell your capabilities.  You want to eliminate any questions of "where is her priorities" or "can she really handle returning to the workforce".  So take the time to develop a blockbuster resume.

As though returning to work isn't hard enough - especially after being home - the worst thing that can happen would be to accept the wrong job.  Wouldn't it be nice to ensure a job is a good fit BEFORE you take it?  Almost a slam dunk guarantee?  Well, there is a way.  Some people are so happy to have the offer though that they don't care about the fit.  They just want the job.

This is such a big moment for me! I'm offering one of my favorite children's chapter books, Madison and GA (My Guardian Angel) The Tale of the Slimy Spitball in the KidLit Book May Giveaway. I hope you will stop by and ENTER!

As if returning to work after an extended absence isn't hard enough, imagine doing that in a city where you DO NOT LIVE?   Just finding the job opening is hard.  Then the number of applicants applying for the same job increases competition.  No one calls back, emails or texts.

The final hurdle in any job search process is the compensation negotiation.  Rightly so, the first thing people think about and negotiate is base salary.  Even after being out of the workforce, base salary is the primary driver of any compensation package.  Other compensation and benefits elements - such as bonuses, or 401(k) matches, are driven off of base salary.

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Are you itching to go back to work? Want to start your own business? Or just want to try something new and different? If you’re nodding your head “yes” but haven’t yet taken the plunge, it might be fear that’s holding you back. Fear of failure or fear of others not loving your big idea as much as you do can outweigh your desire for change if you let it.

Fear is a legitimate emotion that can’t be ignored, but it can be mitigated. Here are 4 steps to lead you confidently down the path to your next big thing.

 Step 1: List Your Fears