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When you're not happy in your job, sometimes it's hard to know if you need a different job, a new career, or just a long vacation. In a guest post for Zen Habits, I discuss the three scenarios when I think only a new career will do. http://zenhabits.net/3-clear-reasons-to-change-careers/

23 weeks ago from Creating a Life You Love and Career Changers

Chris Paugh, Sadya Siddiqui, Jason H. Parker and Noel Rozny and 1 others recommended this

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This is the hardest post I've ever felt compelled to write. It chronicles my decision to cut my father out of my life, and the implications that decision had on my career. Why I Fired My Father (And Maybe You Should Too) http://t.co/3kl0mse

56 weeks ago from Personal Development, Creating a Life You Love and Professional Development 1 more

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What are you proud of? Answering that one simple question helped redirect the course of my career when I realized the traditional measures of success didn't make my list. Let me know what you're proud of and I'll tell you what I think it means for your job satisfaction. Great responses so far! http://su.pr/2ZtZ4f

64 weeks ago from Ask Penelope Trunk!, Creating a Life You Love, Career Changers and Job Resources and Career Coaching 2 more

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About Me

I have a PhD in biochemistry from the University of Maryland and have served in the Air Force for nearly 16 years. Although the Air Force has afforded me some wonderful opportunities, I was ready to do something else.

After spending six months trying figure out what I wanted to do with my life, I started a blog (Everyday Bright) to help others do the same. I love helping people identify and overcome their fears. I continue to push myself out of my comfort zone as I take on challenges as a blogger, speaker and career coach. I couldn't be happier!

And that science degree? I think it makes perfect sense. I love science for the illumination it provides on the world around us. I also understand that life is a series of experiments in which we are (or should be) enormously invested in the outcome. I am thankful I spent time learning how to analyze and interpret results, a discipline that’s benefited the 12,000+ monthly readers of my blog who turn to me for advice and guidance as they embark on life changes of their own.

I live in Montgomery, AL with my husband, daughter, and two cats.