I have taken a few career sabbaticals and I often get many questions about this.  How did you get your employer to agree to your time off? How expensive was it? How did you decide on where to go? What where the benefits? In this week's episode I dive into key areas to plan for if you are considering a career sabbatical and provide a number of career sabbatical options. If we are not connected already, let's connect on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Clubhouse, and Twitter  - @adaoffonry on...

So you have listened to the previous podcast episode and now have a fantastic LinkedIn profile that is generating more views and messages. What do you do next?In the episode, I break down the necessary steps you need to take in order to ensure that you...

LinkedIn is a vital tool for many aspects of business. It now has over 740 million users worldwide, with over 40% of those members logging in regularly.Whether or not you are considering a job or career transition, taking the time to create and...

Are you one of those people who is caught in the cycle of busyness? You have so much on your plate to work through each day but realize that you are not advancing your career or life as fast as you would like? Ever considered the concept of pruning...

In celebration of international women's day, I discuss some women I admire who are doing some amazing things in the workplace. The reality is that despite the advancements made by women in the workplace to date, there is a long way to go.So what can...

If you are wandering why you do not currently have as many interviews as you would like despite being very qualified for the roles that you are applying for, it could be down to some very simple mistakes that you are making on your CV. In today's...

It takes recruiters and hiring managers an average of 6 seconds to review your CV!That is not a lot of time to make a positive impression. In this weeks episode of The Career Lounge, I walk you through the key aspects of writing your CV which will...

Are you one of those people who always puts on a brave face at work? Perhaps everyone comes to you with their issues but you are not as good at asking for help when you need it.On today's episode of The Career Lounge Podcast, Vivian and I discuss why...

"The future is here" according to Entrepreneur, Educator and Future Forward Strategist, Elatia Abate. The world of work is changing at a phenomenal pace. Many of the careers that we have in the workplace today will soon become obsolete. Most of us will...

Many people could not wait to see the end of 2020. It was a year in which the world as we know it changed beyond recognition. As we settle into 2021, what are some of the key career and business lessons we can glean from 2020 in order to have a more...

In today's episode, I share ten common interview mistakes that you want to avoid during your interviews. One of the biggest mistakes job seekers make is to present the person they believe the company wants, rather than showing up authentically. A lack...

In today's episode, I share ten tips to help you excel in any interview. Interview preparation goes beyond understanding what a company does, it includes understanding more about their values and ensuring that your personal values align with theirs. ...

In today's episode I share 10 questions that every job seeker needs to be asking in an interview. Many people enter into interviews focused on how they can impress their interviewer. This is the right emphasis but not the only thing to focus on. By...

In this episode, I break down five common interview questions and provide insight on what interviewers are actually asking for. The goal is to empower you to excel in your next interview. For more information about this episode, please refer to the show...

US congress woman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez AOC) recently made a video that went viral when she responded to what she deemed to be a "faux apology" from her fellow member of the US congress, Ted Yoho. You can see the video here -...

One of the most important decisions you can make in your career is who you chose as a partner.In today’s episode, we are doing things a bit differently with my guest, Marlena Cole, a certified dating and relationship coach at www.lovemeright.net....

As we are at the half way point of the year, it is a good idea to take stock of how your year has gone so far so that you can identify what to focus on for the rest of the year. In this podcast episode, I outline a very simple framework for reviewing...

The covid-19 pandemic has caused great chaos and uncertainty for individuals, companies, countries and the world at large. It is important that despite the confusion around us, we do not let it get inside us and derail us. In this episode I give some...

Previously, a degree was considered a necessity to build a thriving professional career, and the expectation was that you worked for a company for the rest of your career. Not only are some of these ideas dated, but they could actually hold you back if...

I have recently launched a membership community called "The Career Lounge", for mid-senior level professionals and business owners, who are seeking to leave/pivot out of jobs, careers or businesses, where they currently feel under-fulfilled, undervalued...

It is instinctual to want to share all of your business goals and dreams with the people who are closest to you, but sometimes doing this can actually hinder you rather than help you progress in your career. I share some tips on where else you can get...

Race is something I tried to shy away from discussing throughout my career. However, in today's climate, with everything happening across the world, it is difficult to ignore. In this bonus episode, I give my perspective on the encounter between Amy...

In this episode, I give ten key tips on using LinkedIn to optimize your job search plus two additional bonus points.  If you are a business professional in a corporate career, having a LinkedIn profile and being an active participant of the LinkedIn...

Before taking any action towards a new career or job, it is important to mentally commit first to the process. Because you are embarking on a significant change, it is likely to unravel your insecurities, which can in-turn derail your career transition...