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How to Discover Your Passion

by Marty Silberstein
December 03, 2009

Dare to courageously ask yourself the right questions. It’s one of the most powerful keys to self-discovery. The best questions often arise from pain, frustration, confusion and indecision. If you’re on the precipice of a work life transition, take this opportunity to explore your passions, capabilities and choices. Be open to creative solutions. As Albert Einstein observed, “The important 

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Achieving Your Goals: Are You Willing to Pay the Price?

by Marty Silberstein
October 07, 2009

The path to reaching your work life goals - getting a new job, changing careers, re-entering the workplace, launching a new business - requires a price of passage. And it may not be what you think. Test your intent, willingness and readiness to pursue your goals by answering the five questions below.

Are you prepared to pay the price to 

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Live in the Present - Reduce Anxiety about the Future

by Marty Silberstein
August 21, 2009

Sadly I learned a painful lesson about the importance of living in the present. My thoughts raced on a warm, sunny morning as I rushed to a long-anticipated event - quite distracted. That’s when I missed a step on the concrete stairway leading from the train platform and tumbled down the stairs. Thankfully, no broken bones - but the 

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The Power of Perseverance: the Gift You Give Yourself

by Marty Silberstein
August 03, 2009

Your ability to persevere through tough times is one of your most valuable assets. The courage to keep going - to pursue your dreams, find a new job or change careers - calls for tenacity you probably don’t even know you have. Your determination to stay the course, even when nothing seems to be happening, will help you prevail.

We’ve 

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How to Beat Work Search Burnout

by Marty Silberstein
July 21, 2009

Have you lost sight of your goal or become weary in its pursuit? Whether you’re looking for a new job or growing a small business, there will be times when you feel out of kilter, unfocused, unmotivated. It’s the nature of transition - ebb and flow. Times of burnout and disinterest will be followed by spurts of energy, renewal, 

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Your Work Search Companion:
A Toolkit for Finding Your Best Places to Work

Feeling stuck in your work search? Don't know where to start? This timely guide will save you valuable time and reduce stress! Discover the best work search strategies; tap new online and offline resources to help you get on your way



Finding the Work You Want:
A Practical Guide to Help You Discover Your Values, Skills and Marketability

Do you know what you want to do next? This handbook will help you learn more about yourself. Discover your top values and skills - and how to apply your new insight to find just the right work.



Re-entering the Workplace:
Seven Questions You Must First Ask and Answer

Re-enter the workplace fully prepared and confident! By answering seven core questions, you will become clearer on your motivations, preferences, fears, skills and passions - and next action steps.