Resources

This page is an ever-evolving list of resources.

Career Coaches

  • Claire Benson-Mandl: Career & Burnout Coach

    Through a fun, affordable, and accessible coaching process, she helps clients clarify their work objectives, clear out whatever has been blocking the way forward, and then supports clients to enact plans to achieve their goals. 

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  • Ramsey Ringo Coaching

    Ramsey works to define and pursue the good. This can be a first job, a new career, retirement or growing into a better leader with more advancement options. Whatever your priorities are – the focus is adding good in some significant way.

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  • Cardy Career Coaching

    The Career Clarity Coaching program drives away career confusion, so that you can feel confident, clear, and on track with your best career path… your journey to a happier, more purposeful work life starts here!

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Adding Experience, Expertise & Exposure

Find a Conference
Find a Volunteer Opportunity
Find a Graduate Certificate Program
LinkedIn Learning Certifications (free trial month, free through many public libraries)
LinkedIn Online Courses (free)
EdX Courses (incl. free Excel classes from Microsoft)
GCF Learn Free

Employer & Industry Research

O*NET Online - research industries / positions, including average salary by state, position expectations, and more.
Glassdoor - employer research, including culture, interview questions, etc.

Job Search Websites

LinkedIn
Indeed
Simplyhired
FlexJobs (Remote Jobs)
SnagAJob
Idealist (NonProfit)

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