Nicola Harrison was a fashion stylist by day who wrote novels by night. Now she’s a two-time published author with another book on the way. If you love to read or feel like you may have a story in you to tell, read on to learn how Nicola made her dream come true, one page at a time.

These five books helped shape my own career pivot, and I still return to them for inspiration and advice.

No matter what field you’re in, there is likely to be a professional association working to advance it. Here’s how to make joining one work for you.

Cynthia Loaiza is the founder of Silk & Lace Boudoir in Washington, D.C. I spoke with Cynthia about her path to finding her passion and how she grew a successful business out of it.

Leaving a job is a big life transition. Here’s are 5 questions to help you reflect and close this chapter.

Chloee O’Hayon-Crosby is a Paris-trained fashion designer who relaunched her career as a stylist in Southern California. Find out how she did it.

Recently, I joined the Philly Career Coach, Rita Friedman, for a training (virtual, of course) on Relaunching Your Career in a Virtual World hosted by the Junior League of Philadelphia. We got into networking, interviewing, and even what to wear for a Zoom interview. Here are a few of the most useful tips from the training:

Do you ever look back at a job you didn’t get and wonder, “How in the world did I NOT get this job?” This happened to me very early in my career, and it turned out to be one of the most valuable professional lessons I’ve ever learned.

When opportunities abound, how do you decide to stick it out or jump ship?

Gillian Mollod is a kick-ass Manhattan mom of two who got out of her nonprofit comfort zone and pivoted into sustainable investing. Find out more about how she did it.

Not going back to the office anytime soon? 10 tips for making your work from home life better.

After a major career change in her 20s, Rachana Garg found success, fulfillment and growth with the same employer for 19 years and counting. Learn how she stays inspired.

Rebecca Eisner is a former digital marketing director who figured out how to build a successful business doing something she loves to serve creatives and healers. Find out more about how she did it.

Rachel Butler-Green is a Los Angeles-based professional dancer turned personal trainer who figured out how to build a flexible and fulfilling career. Find out exactly how she did it.

I left a great job without another position lined up. Was I crazy? Read my career break story.

Feeling unfulfilled lately? Service could be the missing piece.

One thing that I hear from just about everyone considering a career change is, “I’m scared of making the wrong decision.” Here’s another way to approach it.

How do you know it’s time to leave your job? Here are some surefire signs it’s time to move on.

Summer is a natural time to reflect and dream about how you want your life to be in the next year. Here’s how to get started!

Confused about what coaching actually is? Here’s the best way I know to describe what coaches do.