#166 How to Grow Your Career During Uncertain Times

#166: How to Grow Your Career During Uncertain Times –

We might live in a time of uncertainty, but your goals and priorities still matter, including what you aim to do as you grow your career.

We live in a world of constant flux. Tariffs, political shifts, a volatile stock market – these factors and more can create a sense of unease about the future of your career, or anything else for that matter. 

It’s understandable if you feel apprehensive, but it’s crucial to remember that even amidst uncertainty, you can continue to grow your career and build a secure future.

When you plan carefully and position yourself for growth, you’ll stand out from your peers, and be prepared to take advantage of the opportunities now and in the future.

In this article, I’ll cover key ways you can proactively grow your career, and I’ll share some key strategies to help you successfully navigate an uncertain future.

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#165 Top Growing Job Fields A Path to Career Growth

#165: Top Growing Job Fields: A Path to Career Growth –

Have you heard about the key growing job fields?

The market around us is constantly changing, so is the job market. As fast as the world around us changes, it can be hard to keep track of what is on trend and what is on the decline, especially when it comes to job prospects.

Regardless, your career success might hinge on developing your skills in a career field with solid growth.

When you take the time to understand the trends and opportunities, you can prepare your career journey for long-term growth and fulfillment.

In this article, we’ll review 10 of the growing job fields so that you can build a career plan to build your expertise and take advantage of the growing opportunities.

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#163 Unlocking Freedom in Work Life Balance and Career Happiness

#163: Unlocking Freedom in Work Life Balance and Career Happiness –

Life has frequent demands and work-life balance can feel like an elusive dream.

The world we live in is persistent, fast-paced, and sometimes relentless. The constant demands of work, family, and personal life can easily leave you overwhelmed and stressed. 

If you’ve faced burnout in the past like me, these may be familiar feelings. You might struggle to believe work life balance is possible, but you dream of a different way of living. 

Finding harmony between your career and day-to-day life is essential for your overall well-being and happiness. Find yourself out of balance, and some aspects of your life will undoubtedly falter.

It’s important to remember that work life balance is not about perfectly dividing your time equally between work and personal life. It’s about finding a rhythm that works for you, allowing you to prioritize your values and set boundaries that support your overall well-being.

In fact, I’ve heard work life balance rephrased as work life integration. Perhaps this outlook works better for you, or maybe you prefer the former.

Regardless, in this article, you’ll get a series of tips and tricks to help you identify when your balance/integration is out of sync, and what you can do to achieve a balance that supports your lifestyle and ambitions.

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#160 FIRE Your Pot of Gold St. Patrick's Day Savings Tips

#160: FIRE Your Pot of Gold Savings Tips –

St. Patrick’s Day is a time for celebration, good cheer, and, of course, savings tips to snag the elusive pot of gold! 

While you might not find a literal pot of gold at the end of a rainbow, you can build your own pot of gold by implementing smart savings tips.

Solid savings strategies are critical when it comes to FIRE (financial independence, retire early), or just about any financial goal.

You’ll need to incorporate some other handy strategies along the way, but when you focus on your budget and savings, you’ll be off to a solid start.

In this article, I’ll provide a breakdown of some key savings tips to FIRE your pot of gold all the way to financial freedom.

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#157 Disabled Employment How to Balance WorkLife and Health Demands

#157: Disabled Employment: How to Balance Work/Life and Health Demands –

Disabled employment can be difficult to navigate, but for some, it is worthwhile, meaningful, and sometimes necessary.

With employment, you gain access to benefits including a salary, health insurance, vacation time, and more. A career can also provide you with purpose and life satisfaction.

Since the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was passed in 1990, disabled Americans have had better access to employment opportunities. If you live outside the US, there are similar laws in countries including Australia, Canada, and the UK.

Although there has been a lot of progress since before these laws were passed, much of the world is still figuring out how to navigate the complexities alongside disabled employment, and disabled living for that matter.

In this article, we’ll discuss the complexities of disabled employment, exploring the ways to successfully balance work/life, and challenging health demands.

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#155 Land Your Dream Job Interview Tips That Drive Your Value

#155: Land Your Dream Job: Interview Tips That Drive Your Value –

Landing your dream job requires more than just technical skills, experience, and preparation. 

It’s equally important to prepare your mindset. In so doing, you can approach your interview with confidence and positivity. 

In the Ultimate Interview Guide, I highlighted practical tips for pre-interview preparation, mastering the art of interviewing, communication, showcasing your value, turning the tables, and following up after the interview.

Now, let’s delve deeper into the psychological aspects of interviewing and explore how to cultivate a winning mindset.

In this article, you’ll learn everything you need to know to build a mindset for interview success. I’ll also outline the specific ways you can apply this mindset to make a winning impression on your potential employer.

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#154 How to Make Investing Goals in an Uncertain Market

#154: How to Make Investing Goals in an Uncertain Market –

Despite the ongoing market volatility, setting clear investing goals is ever important. But how do you set goals when you have no idea when the market will swing?

After all, just one major change can make all the difference. The market can shift based on the results of that election year, because of a mass contagion or because an entire industry bottomed out, among many other factors.

It’s no easy task to set weather-resistant investing goals, but if you dream of achieving FIRE (financial independence, retire early) / financial freedom, or otherwise, investing will probably remain a priority for you.

In which case, it helps to set investing goals. These should be your “barometric pressure sensors” to determine how your investments are performing.

You’ll want to know whether your investments are on track or if you need to make a change, but without clearly defined goals, it’s hard to tell.

How do you ensure that your investing goals are set for success, regardless of which way the market turns? 

In this article, I’ll tell you everything you need to know so that you can set solid investing goals, regardless of what happens in the market.

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#151 Tools for Success Driving Growth with Your 2025 Goals

#151: Tools for Success: Driving Growth with Your 2025 Goals –

The new year is a great time to set ambitious goals, but don’t forget to incorporate tools for success that chart a path to achievement.

Good intentions provide a solid foundation, but to ensure your journey is successful you’ll also need a mindset that is focused, resilient, and driven.

How do you build a mindset for success? With repeated, deliberate action.

Your mindset for success will empower you to achieve your most ambitious goals throughout the next year and beyond. Your tools for success will make them achievable even sooner.

In this article, we’ll explore how a mindset for success can empower your journey, and we’ll explore some valuable tools that will propel your goals forward into the next year, and beyond.

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#142 Work Less, Live More How to Cultivate a Mindset for Financial Freedom

#142: Work Less, Live More: How to Cultivate a Mindset for Financial Freedom –

Most of us want to work less, live more, but did you know that a lot of your success comes down to your mindset?

The path to financial freedom is not solely about numbers and strategies but also about building a mindset supporting success

You might be surprised at how your beliefs and attitudes can influence your (often unconscious) financial behaviors. Ultimately, this impacts your ability to achieve financial independence. 

By cultivating a positive and empowering money mindset, you can pave the way for a more fulfilling and financially secure future.

In this article, I’ll tell you everything you need to know to build a money mindset that will empower you to achieve your financial goals, FIRE, financial freedom, or otherwise.

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#140 Is Financial Freedom Possible When You Have a Disability

#140: Is Financial Freedom Possible When You Have a Disability? –

If you’ve ever struggled with a disability, whether it’s a physical limitation, chronic illness, or something else, then you’re living life in “hard” mode (as if life wasn’t already hard enough, right?).

Hard mode or not, you still have hopes and dreams and deserve the chance to achieve them.

Your hopes and dreams might even include achieving financial freedom, but it might feel impossible (like many things in life).

The pursuit of financial freedom is an aspiration for many, but when you have a disability, you’re faced with unique challenges. 

The additional costs associated with healthcare, assistive technology, and potential limitations on earning potential can make the journey to financial freedom more complex. 

So, is it possible to achieve financial freedom when you have a disability?

I’ll quickly skip to the ending by answering. Yes, financial freedom is achievable, regardless of disability. That said, it doesn’t come easy (disability or not).

If you’ve landed on this page, you might want to know how or why financial freedom is possible when you have a disability, especially when just living can seem hard enough.

If this describes you, then you’re in luck. In this article, I’ll tell you everything you need to know so that you can understand how and why it’s possible to achieve financial freedom, even with a disability.

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