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Letting go of what no longer serves you isn’t selfish — it’s growth. When relationships, jobs, or identities stop nourishing you, redirecting energy back to yourself becomes the most powerful act of self-respect. Sip on this.

Learn how to set Thanksgiving boundaries, protect your peace, and enjoy the holiday with confidence, clear communication, and self-care strategies.

Navigating through poor author self-esteem is a common topic that has surfaced in coaching sessions, something I have personally worked on, and see in writing groups. As a career coach and writer, I have a few suggestions to help you overcome low self-esteem as an author and create your best work.   Poor Author Self-Esteem Defined   An author’s self-esteem ties their belief in their worth and value to their competence as a writer. This can include how they evaluate their skil

People pleasing is a common trait that often emerges in coaching sessions, otherwise known as sociotropy, the clinical term used to describe a personality trait characterized by an excessive focus on the needs and wants of others at the expense of one’s own desires.  

Have you ever walked into a room and doubted yourself, feeling like a fraud, believing you don’t belong with the professionals that...

Nail your next interview with these powerful questions that show confidence and clarity, especially helpful for midlife career changers.

How Can a Career Coach Help the Newly Divorced Woman? Approximately 40-50% of first marriages end in divorce, although statistics vary;...

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My Over 50 Career Journey: Education to Coaching If you’ve been following my over-50 career journey , finances and family have...

My Over 50 Career Journey Part II: College, Marriage, Kids

Read below for the written version. The Beginning of My Over-50 Career Journey It’s never too late to start living your dream, even if it...

Ask the Pro Stylist, Aka Coaching with Ms. D, is excited to announce a service that pays homage to my humble beginnings as a hairstylist: be

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Work-life balance is essential for life and professional success. Career coaching builds insights into maintaining a healthy equilibrium

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If you are unsure if career coaching is for you, I have compiled a few coaching topics clients work on for career growth and success....

Guiding clients on self-assessment techniques and identifying strengths and areas for growth is essential in helping the career coach

Unlock Your Potential: Career Coaching with Ms. D   Are you feeling stuck in your career and unsure of your next steps? It's not uncommon...

Are you a former federal employee who was recently axed from your job? Do you feel stuck in your current job and want to change your...

Navigate career transitions with expert guidance. Are you at a crossroads in your career, unsure of which path to take next? Do you feel...