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career change

Looking for a new career? Resources to help you find your fit

August 13, 2025 by crystal

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“I’m looking for a new career. What should I do?” I hear these words often as a coach who supports folks navigating life and career transitions. While I can’t tell you what to do, let me share with you some tools and approaches to help you find a new path that suits your current life […]

Filed Under: Career Direction Tagged With: career change, career exploration, career planning

Find the path to self-employment that’s right for you

June 18, 2025 by crystal

The After Work Hangout S1E4 podcast with host Crystal Lee and guest Miranda Maslany.

Listen to the full episode Apple · Spotify · YouTube Wondering when to jump into self-employment? This episode of The After Work Hangout offers questions and actions to help you prepare. Miranda Maslany built a career for herself as a self-employed artist. But her journey from non-profit work to a full-time career in graphic recording […]

Filed Under: Career Direction, Podcast, Self-Employment Tagged With: career change, self-employment

Take care of your future by learning about money and earning more

April 16, 2025 by crystal

The After Work Hangout S1E2 podcast with host Crystal Lee and guest Darlene Ma

Listen to the full episode Apple · Spotify · YouTube This episode of The After Work Hangout is all about the growth opportunities that come with changing careers. Darlene Ma transitioned from teaching in a classroom to managing projects in tech—a shift that pushed her to recognize her worth beyond productivity. Along the way, she […]

Filed Under: Career Direction, Podcast, Self-Care Tagged With: career change, networking, salary negotiation

Gain the financial confidence to change jobs and pursue your dreams

March 19, 2025 by crystal

The After Work Hangout S1E1 podcast with host Crystal Lee and guest Binisha Giri

Listen to the full episode Apple · Spotify · YouTube Welcome to the first episode of The After Work Hangout! In Season 1, we’re exploring Work + Money, so of course we had to chat with a guest who works with money. Binisha Giri went from budgeting for candy at age 9 to buying her […]

Filed Under: Podcast, Self-Care Tagged With: career change, career planning

Steps to Help You Find Your First Job in a New Field

April 18, 2024 by crystal

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Finding your first job in a new field is tough when you don’t have experience or connections yet. Career changers exploring new industries, newcomers seeking work in unfamiliar territory, and new grads trying to launch a career – don’t give up! This article is for you. Read on for steps that will help you get […]

Filed Under: Cover Letter, Interview, Job Search, Networking, Resume Tagged With: career change, imposter syndrome, job search, networking

Results From Trying Career Coaching for the First Time

October 31, 2023 by crystal

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If you’ve never tried career coaching before, it’s hard to know what to expect. And when you don’t know what to expect, it can feel scary to give career coaching a try. I get that! My name is Crystal Lee and I’ve been a career coach for over 10 years. I often hear people say […]

Filed Under: Career Direction, Job Search Tagged With: career change, career exploration, job search

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