Resources

Guides for every stage of a job search — from your first 72 hours to your first 90 days in a new role.

You're unemployed now. What actually works.

Evidence-based guidance for experienced professionals navigating unemployment — what to do in week one, and what actually moves a search forward through month three.

You just got here. Start here.

The first 72 hours after a layoff — what to do, in what order, before the shock wears off and the deadlines start.

Before you leave. What to do while you still can.

Whether you're planning a departure or bracing for one — the window to secure references, your own data, and clarity on what you can and can't take is now, not after your last day.

COBRA & marketplace coverage.

How to keep or replace your health insurance after leaving a job — COBRA vs. ACA Marketplace, the real deadlines, and how to actually compare the cost.

Bridge income options.

Ways to bring in income while you search for your next role, without derailing the search itself — fractional work, interim roles, and how to weigh the tradeoffs.

Getting through the gatekeeper.

How recruiters, ATS resume screeners, and hiring managers actually work — and what it takes to get from an application in a queue to an actual interview.

You have an offer. Now read it correctly.

Total comp breakdown, negotiation scripts, and the red flags to catch before you sign — everything an offer letter isn't telling you outright.

Build your core story.

A workshop for building the one story you tell about your career — the version that works consistently across resumes, interviews, and networking conversations.

Activate your network.

How to turn your existing contacts into real conversations — without it feeling like you're only reaching out when you need something.

Before you start outreach, read this.

Why asking for help works, and how to do it without it feeling awkward — the reframe that makes outreach easier before you send a single message.

The networking script book.

Scripts for every kind of outreach — cold, warm, and everything between — so you're never starting a message from a blank page.

Interview prep guide.

How to prepare for interviews at every stage, from the phone screen through the final round — what actually changes as you move through the process.

You have an interview. Here's how to follow up.

What to do in the 24-48 hours after an interview — the thank-you note that actually stands out, and how to handle the wait afterward.

Build a public presence.

How to write and share thought leadership content that actually gets noticed — without it feeling like self-promotion.

Your first 90 days.

How to start strong in a new role — what to prioritize in the first month, and the mistakes that quietly cost people in their first quarter.

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