FREE advice from professional Career Coach Sheila Clemenson on job search strategies, interviewing techniques, and other tips to help you land your dream career.
“My passion is connecting people with their life’s work and fostering a renewed sense of purpose in accomplishing their goals while being true to themselves.” – Sheila Clemenson
Helping people get where they want to be in life is my passion. Formerly in Human Resources and Talent Acquisition, I’ve taken part in the hiring process from the perspective of the business and am uniquely suited to help you get that next promotion or help you advance to a more rewarding career and position.
Rediscovering What Lights You Up (And Letting That Lead Your Next Step)
Navigating a career change? Discover how building community and strong connections can support you during career transitions or layoffs.
05 June, 2025
Reframing Career Loss as an Opportunity for Growth
Navigating a career change? Discover how building community and strong connections can support you during career transitions or layoffs.
08 May, 2025
Building Community: Why Connections Are Key in Career Transitions
Navigating a career change? Discover how building community and strong connections can support you during career transitions or layoffs.
03 April, 2025
Navigating Career Transitions with Grace and Resilience
Here is my checklist to help you navigate a career transition or job loss with clarity, confidence, and purpose.
06 March, 2025
Finding Calm in Career Chaos: A Checklist for Moving Forward
Here is my checklist to help you navigate a career transition or job loss with clarity, confidence, and purpose.
06 February, 2025
Living into Your Goals and Values for 2025
Start 2025 with intention by aligning your career goals with your core values. Discover actionable steps to set meaningful goals that reflect your aspirations and lead to personal and professional ful
02 January, 2025
Reflecting on a Year of Growth and Gratitude
Unlock the power of gratitude to elevate your career journey. Explore simple, heartfelt ways to integrate gratitude into your professional life, enhancing relationships and job satisfaction and openin
16 December, 2024
How Gratitude Can Transform Your Career Path
Unlock the power of gratitude to elevate your career journey. Explore simple, heartfelt ways to integrate gratitude into your professional life, enhancing relationships and job satisfaction and openin
07 November, 2024
Turning Setbacks into Comebacks
Uncover strategies to navigate the emotional hurdles of job searching, from handling rejections to overcoming competition. Learn how to maintain optimism and resilience in your career journey with thi
03 October, 2024
Revealing Your Hidden Career Strengths
Uncover strategies to navigate the emotional hurdles of job searching, from handling rejections to overcoming competition. Learn how to maintain optimism and resilience in your career journey with thi
04 July, 2024
Upskilling for Employability: Your Path to Becoming a Top-Tier Candidate
Uncover strategies to navigate the emotional hurdles of job searching, from handling rejections to overcoming competition. Learn how to maintain optimism and resilience in your career journey with thi
06 June, 2024
Navigating Job Search Expectations
Uncover strategies to navigate the emotional hurdles of job searching, from handling rejections to overcoming competition. Learn how to maintain optimism and resilience in your career journey with thi
02 May, 2024
Balancing Personal Growth with Professional Success
Discover how intertwining personal growth with professional development can lead to profound career success. Explore strategies to leverage personal strengths and experiences for career advancement.
05 April, 2024
Resilience in the Face of Loss: Moving Forward Professionally and Personally
Understanding your values is crucial for lasting career satisfaction. It’s about asking yourself what truly matters to you
05 March, 2024
Finding Fulfillment: Navigating Career Transitions with Purpose
Understanding your values is crucial for lasting career satisfaction. It’s about asking yourself what truly matters to you
04 February, 2024
Setting 2024’s Career Goals: Tips from a Seasoned Career Coach
As your career coach, I want to guide you in identifying and developing the skills that will be most sought after in the next decade.
06 January, 2024
A Year of Growth, Gratitude, and Triumph: Reflecting on 2023
As your career coach, I want to guide you in identifying and developing the skills that will be most sought after in the next decade.
12 December, 2023
Unlocking Life’s Silver Linings: The Transformative Power of Gratitude
As your career coach, I want to guide you in identifying and developing the skills that will be most sought after in the next decade.
02 November, 2023
Launching Over the Rainbow – From the Depths of Grief to Hope
As your career coach, I want to guide you in identifying and developing the skills that will be most sought after in the next decade.
13 October, 2023
Journey Beyond Grief: Introducing Over the Rainbow – From the Depths of Grief to Hope
As your career coach, I want to guide you in identifying and developing the skills that will be most sought after in the next decade.
07 September, 2023
Future-Proofing Your Career: Top Skills Employers Will Look for in the Next Decade
As your career coach, I want to guide you in identifying and developing the skills that will be most sought after in the next decade.
07 August, 2023
Leveraging LinkedIn: Optimize Your Profile for Job Search Success
Discover how to optimize your LinkedIn profile to stand out to potential employers and boost your job search success. Learn from a seasoned career coach on crafting an engaging headline, compelling su
06 July, 2023
Beat The Burnout: How to Overcome Job Search Burnout
Many people are facing challenges right now that they never expected. It can feel overwhelming but, as a Career Coach, I'm here to tell you that despite everything that is going on right now, you CAN
07 June, 2023
Unlock Your Success: How Mindset Shapes Your Career Path and Authentic Positivity
Many people are facing challenges right now that they never expected. It can feel overwhelming but, as a Career Coach, I'm here to tell you that despite everything that is going on right now, you CAN
06 May, 2023
Are You Doing and Saying the Right Things to Land Your Dream Job?
Many people are facing challenges right now that they never expected. It can feel overwhelming but, as a Career Coach, I'm here to tell you that despite everything that is going on right now, you CAN
06 April, 2023
How To Move Forward After Being Laid Off
Many people are facing challenges right now that they never expected. It can feel overwhelming but, as a Career Coach, I'm here to tell you that despite everything that is going on right now, you CAN
07 March, 2023
Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: Navigating Emotional Ups and Downs on Your Career Journey
Imposter syndrome is a common and normal experience, but it doesn't have to hold you back from reaching your full potential.
08 February, 2023
6 Career Coaching Strategies To Help You Take The Next Step
Are you thinking about transitioning to a new career? If you are, you are not alone. A lot of the workforce is making some serious moves right now. People are going after their dreams in a big way!
11 January, 2023
3 Quick Tips To Fast Track Your Professional Development
If you are looking to grow as a professional and develop more skills and knowledge that will help you land your dream career - then here's three quick tips that are going to help you!
29 July, 2022
Mindset Shifts That Ease Job Search Fatigue
Quick and easy mindset shifts are your secret weapon to combat job search fatigue. Here are some mindset shifts you can do to help you get back on track fast!
20 June, 2022
5 Surprisingly Simple Ways to Overcome Job Search Fatigue
When you implement these surprisingly simple ways to overcome job search fatigue, you can find your passion again!
09 May, 2022
11 Essential Job Search Strategies That Are Working Right Now
Here's my top 11 job hunting tips and tricks to aid you in your career transition. If your job search has gone stale and your starting to give up hope, try any of these tips!
14 April, 2022
What You Need To Know Before Making A Career Transition
Making a career move can be a little scary, let alone attempting to move up in your current field or make a career transition.
17 March, 2022
Career Coaching: Visioning Your Career Moving Forward
The goal is to start thinking these things through now, in order to make better decisions and to be more successful in your career.
15 February, 2022
4 Career Reflections: Questions To Ask Yourself At The Start Of 2022
Although 2021 was a difficult year for many of us, we are grateful for what we do have, and we are holding onto the possibilities of this new year ahead of us.
17 January, 2022
My Heart and My Thanks
I wanted to make a little video to thank all of you for this wonderful year. Having you as a friend, connection, or client is a gift that I truly cherish. I am so thankful for each and every one of yo
16 December, 2021
How To Have An Attitude Of Gratitude While Searching For A Job
Searching for and getting a new job is quite a transformation. When we go through any type of change, it can sometimes feel challenging.
29 November, 2021
Top 3 Misconceptions Regarding Your “Ideal Salary”
As a Career Coach, I’ve seen time and time again how expectations regarding salary can negatively impact a great candidate in a variety of ways. Here are the top three misconceptions most people have
13 October, 2021
How to Survive in a Competitive Career Market
Competition is high, and your own fears and doubts can sometimes get in the way. Regardless of your talents or qualifications.
28 September, 2021
Are You Ready For A Career Transition?
6 Signs That You’re Ready To Transition Careers.
20 August, 2021
The Need To Know Your Values
“This above all: to thine own self be true.” This is Polonius’s final piece of advice to Laertes in Shakespeare’s Hamlet.
15 July, 2021
Transitions Coaching Services Awarded 2021 Superior Chamber Solo Business of the Year
I'm honored to be the recipient of the 2021 Superior Chamber Awards Solo Business of the Year!
01 July, 2021
Nailed It: 11 Ways To Ace Your Next Job Interview
Making the right first impression, while showcasing your skills, can feel daunting at times.
09 June, 2021
Do You Suffer From Any Of These Career-Killing Symptoms?
“This above all: to thine own self be true.” This is Polonius’s final piece of advice to Laertes in Shakespeare’s Hamlet.
17 May, 2021
Developing A Career Growth Mindset: A Lesson in Professional Development
Taking the time to develop professionally can help you stand out and move closer to your dream job.
11 April, 2021
The Simple Tools You Need To Master The Stress Of Job Searching Even During A Pandemic
Job hunting has always been stressful, but during a pandemic, it can be downright anxiety-inducing.
16 February, 2021
15 Signs You Need A Career Coach
Now more than ever, people are struggling to make transitions in their careers.
13 January, 2021
How Do I Get That Promotion?
My clients have a tendency to ask the same question over and over again, "How Do I Get that Next Position?".
19 November, 2020
5 Ways to MAXIMIZE Your Career Potential
Professional development is all about building your skill-set in your field.
23 October, 2020
Job Search Strategies During COVID-19
With so many people currently out of work, it can make job hunting and interviewing especially frustrating.
08 October, 2020
My Top Tips For Virtual Interviewing
In the wake of COVID-19, many of us are now in the process of applying for jobs and interviewing remotely.
18 August, 2020
Our Secret Beach
Sheila’s life changed dramatically when her fiancé, Grant, was diagnosed with ALS in 1995, only three months after he had proposed to her.
05 July, 2020
5 Things to help with Job Loss during COVID-19
There are no easy answers or solutions, but here are 5 things you can do to find your way with job loss in our COVID-19 world...
02 May, 2020
Best Places to Post Your Resume in 2020
Check out this handy list from Consumers Advocate to find the best places to post your resume in 2020!
02 January, 2020
Career Coaching Success Story
A success story and interview with Jenn “ATIS” Driesslein, of Joint STARS Program Northrop Grumman | Aerospace Systems.
04 October, 2019
Tired of the same old job? Refocus and be more engaged
These are 3 things I help my clients do: understand your strengths, communicate your strengths and understand the needs of the position.
29 August, 2019
Staying positive in your job search?
Get your Mojo back – that’s short for more job interviews!
01 August, 2019
Want a better job? Job Market Trends & Projections
According to the Bureau of Labor & Statistics, it’s a thriving job market.
01 July, 2019
Are you motivated to live your best life?
Are you willing to say “No”, so you can truly say “Yes!”?
01 June, 2019
Should you stay or should you go?
Top 5 questions you should answer first.
01 May, 2019
Do you “live to work” or “work to live”?
It is simply a way of looking at your life and determining how you want to make the choices and decisions to reach your goals and dreams.
01 April, 2019
Are you creating a portfolio life?
A portfolio life is not just what you do, but it is also who you are and all of the activities that make up your life and vocation.
01 February, 2019
Feeling frustrated in your job search?
It’s a different world out there for many job seekers.
06 December, 2018
Still waiting to hear about that job you applied for?
Are you being screened out? The role of technology in the job search has become a game changer.
27 November, 2018
How to answer the toughest interview question
From a hiring manager’s perspective, what you share tells me a lot about you as a person
16 August, 2018
3 Keys to Finding your Best Job
Define your knowledge, skills, talents, strengths, and sources of motivation to fully understand who you are and what positions are the best match for you.
16 August, 2018
7 Pitfalls to Avoid in an Interview
Did you know it takes about 7 seconds to make a first impression?
16 August, 2018
I understand how frustrating it can be to think you’re not living up to your full potential.
As your career coach, I create a space for you to be your true self and help to uncover who you really want to be without judgment. You can accomplish more, let’s talk about your unique goals in a complimentary coaching session.
What you will learn in a complimentary coaching session:
- If a career coach would be able to help you achieve your goals
- What career potential do you hold
- Am I the right coach for your unique needs
Please schedule a complimentary career coaching session with confidence. We will never sell or misuse your information in any way, that’s our promise to you!
