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What’s the best approach to research the company or job you want?

Someone recently reached out to me on LinkedIn about a job.

Aug 9, 2022

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Aug 9, 2022

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What does it really take to change careers?

Recently, someone asked me for advice on changing careers.

Jun 7, 2022

What does it really take to change careers?

Jun 7, 2022

Wondering What’s Ahead? Signs to Spot Before Things Go Sideways

When I hear any version of the phrase “layoff-proof your career” tossed around, I cringe a bit.

Mar 18

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Mar 18

What’s the best piece of advice you’ve received about salary negotiations?

While it’s not necessarily the most important part of the job search journey, the topic of money — namely, positioning yourself to…

Jul 27, 2023

What’s the best piece of advice you’ve received about salary negotiations?

Jul 27, 2023

5 Tips to Combat Ageism in the Interview and Hiring Process

We’ve all been in uncomfortable situations during a job interview, but senior professionals may find themselves in particularly awkward…

May 26, 2023

5 Tips to Combat Ageism in the Interview and Hiring Process

May 26, 2023

In A Slump?

Tips to Get Back On Your “A” Game

Jan 26, 2023

In A Slump?

Jan 26, 2023

It’s not you, it’s the economy

Unless you’ve been completely off the internet or unplugged from television, you realize there’s a lot of uncertainty out there as it…

Nov 9, 2022

It’s not you, it’s the economy

Nov 9, 2022

Your Career Blueprint: Design Your Strategy to Get Ahead

When it comes to careers, there is no one-size-fits-all approach. What works for one person may not work for another.

Oct 14, 2022

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Oct 14, 2022

Recap: Career Advancement & The Art of Raising Your Career Visibility

It has been a few weeks since my discussion on LinkedIn Live with Frances Coronel.

Oct 14, 2022

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Oct 14, 2022

What can job seekers do when hiring slows down?

There has been a lot of workplace chatter lately — Possible recession? Hiring pauses? Quiet Quitting? Layoffs?

Sep 16, 2022

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Sep 16, 2022

Mary Despe

Mary Despe

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Mary Despe is a Hawaii-based Career Coach. Helping those who feel unseen & undervalued in the workplace attract & land opportunities they deserve. marydespe.com

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