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Reading at least 10 pages daily from a self-help or nonfiction book has helped me with my life, relationships, and career coaching endeavors. It is also a valuable resource for my clients. Therefore, I want to share my book recommendations to help you in your life, relationship, or career journey.

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...

For career advice, advancement, or to learn how to coach instead of micromanage, schedule a free discovery call with Coaching with Ms. D.

Have you ever felt stuck, knowing you want a change, but are unsure where or how to start? Are you recently divorced and must go back to...

Career coaching is a valuable tool for job promotions, especially midlife, when one might feel “too old” to pivot careers or find a...

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

Now is a good time to update your resume following Andy Jassy, Amazon CEO’s announcement regarding the shrinking of the company’s...

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

Coaching Tips to Ace the Interview

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

Networking Strategies: Essential Tips for Building Strong Connections

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