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This isnât something Iâve developed as a tacticâitâs who I am. Over the years, people with kind intentions have warned me, âDonât pour your heart into work. Youâll get hurt.â Theyâve encouraged me to be more reserved, more distant, more protected. But I could never understand that logic. How could you give your best if your heart isnât in it? How could you truly lead if you donât care deeply about the people you leadâor the impact of the work you do?</p> 401<p id='ember1162' class='ember-view reader-text-block__paragraph'>Love, as I see it in leadership, is not a soft or sentimental feeling. Itâs not romantic. Itâs not passive. Love in leadership is a deep, courageous commitment. Itâs a fierce kind of care that gives you the strength to hold others accountable, to challenge your team to grow, and to have the hard conversations others avoid. When you love your team, you donât settle for their comfort; you invest in their transf...</p></div> 402 <a class="blog__more" href="/blog/leadwithlove" kjb-settings-id="sections_blog_listing_body_settings_read_more">Continue Reading...</a> 403 </div> 404</div> 405 406 407 <div class="panel blog fluid-video"> 408 <div class="panel__body"> 409 <h2 class="blog__title"><a href="/blog/StayingConnectedAfterJobLoss">Staying Connected After Job Loss</a></h2> 410 <div class="blog__info"> 411 412 413 414 </div> 415 416 417 418 419 <a href="/blog/StayingConnectedAfterJobLoss"><img src="https://kajabi-storefronts-production.kajabi-cdn.com/kajabi-storefronts-production/file-uploads/blogs/30080/images/0fbfc0f-831f-66dc-74-d85fe2fc78_LinkedIn_articles_6_.png" class="img-fluid"/></a> 420 421 422 423 424 425 426 <div class="blog__conent"><p>Losing a job is more than just losing a paycheckâitâs losing daily routines, professional identity, and, often, the connections built over time. One of the hardest parts is realizing that many of the people you once spoke with every day simply stop reaching out. Meetings, check-ins, and shared moments disappear overnight, making it feel like you no longer exist in their world.</p> 427<p>If youâre going through this, youâre not alone. And while itâs painful when former colleagues go silent, you can choose to be the one who keeps the connection alive.</p> 428<p><strong>Reaching Out to Others in the Same Boat</strong></p> 429<p>Chances are, you werenât the only one impacted by a layoff or termination. Reach out to others who are in the same position. They understand the emotions, the uncertainty, and the challenges youâre facing. A simple messageââHey, how are you holding up?ââcan provide much-needed encouragement. Sometimes, knowing youâre not alone makes all the difference.</p> 430<p><strong>Understanding the Silence</strong></p> 431<p>Itâs easy to take it persona...</p></div> 432 <a class="blog__more" href="/blog/StayingConnectedAfterJobLoss" kjb-settings-id="sections_blog_listing_body_settings_read_more">Continue Reading...</a> 433 </div> 434</div> 435 436 437 <div class="panel blog fluid-video"> 438 <div class="panel__body"> 439 <h2 class="blog__title"><a href="/blog/30-days-Day-30">Finding Growth in Lifeâs Unexpected Turns</a></h2> 440 <div class="blog__info"> 441 442 443 444 </div> 445 446 447 448 449 <a href="/blog/30-days-Day-30"><img src="https://kajabi-storefronts-production.kajabi-cdn.com/kajabi-storefronts-production/file-uploads/blogs/30080/images/df73dfa-1d7-7303-3e61-a6a4554d70a0_LinkedIn_articles_5_.png" class="img-fluid"/></a> 450 451 452 453 454 455 456 <div class="blog__conent"><p>In Buddhism, thereâs a well-known story about a grieving mother who had just lost her only son. She was so devastated that she refused to let others bury him, unable to accept his death. Around that time, the Buddha was teaching nearby, and hearing of his wisdom and enlightenment, she carried her childâs lifeless body to him, desperately seeking a miracle.</p> 457<p>âDear Buddha, I cannot bear to live without my son,â she pleaded. âHe was the source of my happiness, my energy. Without him, I donât know how to move forward. Please, bring him back to life.â</p> 458<p>The Buddha looked into the motherâs tear-filled eyes and understood that no words could immediately ease her pain. Instead, he gave her a task. âI will help you,â he said, âbut first, bring me a mustard seed from a household that has never experienced death.â</p> 459<p>With renewed hope, the woman set off, knocking on doors, visiting homes across her city and beyond. Each time, people were willing to offer her a mustard seedâuntil she asked if their h...</p></div> 460 <a class="blog__more" href="/blog/30-days-Day-30" kjb-settings-id="sections_blog_listing_body_settings_read_more">Continue Reading...</a> 461 </div> 462</div> 463 464 465 <div class="panel blog fluid-video"> 466 <div class="panel__body"> 467 <h2 class="blog__title"><a href="/blog/30-days-Day-29">Never Search Alone: The Power of a Job Search Pod</a></h2> 468 <div class="blog__info"> 469 470 471 472 </div> 473 474 475 476 477 <a href="/blog/30-days-Day-29"><img src="https://kajabi-storefronts-production.kajabi-cdn.com/kajabi-storefronts-production/file-uploads/blogs/30080/images/a57048-22cf-a1a-2a2-a6d24b3b1ac_
477LinkedIn_articles.png" class="img-fluid"/></a> 478 479 480 481 482 483 484 <div class="blog__conent"><p>Job searching is often a long and challenging journey, filled with ups and downs. Rejection can feel personal, and the process can be exhausting. Yet, just like training for a marathon, job seekers donât have toâand shouldnâtâgo it alone.</p> 485<p>When preparing for a marathon, runners rely on a support team: coaches to refine their technique, pacers to keep them steady, and friends or family to provide encouragement along the way. A job search should be no different. Having a team to support you can make the process more effective, less isolating, and even increase your chances of landing the right role faster.</p> 486<p><strong>Remember the Career Fair Model</strong></p> 487<p>Think back to your final years in school. Universities often host career fairs or interview events where companies send recruiters to meet with students. These events are filled with energy, collaboration, and opportunity. Students donât just attend alone; they prepare together, exchange tips, and encourage each other. The shared experience accelerates ...</p></div> 488 <a class="blog__more" href="/blog/30-days-Day-29" kjb-settings-id="sections_blog_listing_body_settings_read_more">Continue Reading...</a> 489 </div> 490</div> 491 492 493 <div class="panel blog fluid-video"> 494 <div class="panel__body"> 495 <h2 class="blog__title"><a href="/blog/30-days-Day-28">Showing Up Even When You Donât Feel Like It</a></h2> 496 <div class="blog__info"> 497 498 499 500 </div> 501 502 503 504 505 <a href="/blog/30-days-Day-28"><img src="https://kajabi-storefronts-production.kajabi-cdn.com/kajabi-storefronts-production/file-uploads/blogs/30080/images/3dd6e32-d4d-051f-6448-b72438810_LinkedIn_articles_3_.png" class="img-fluid"/></a> 506 507 508 509 510 511 512 <div class="blog__conent"><p>Losing a job can feel like a crushing blow, leaving you feeling vulnerable and uncertain about the future. Itâs easy to fall into isolation, but in times like these, showing up and attending networking eventsâwhether it's industry conferences, trade shows, or networking meetupsâis more important than ever. Even when you donât feel like it, stepping into these spaces can provide invaluable opportunities for personal and professional growth.</p> 513<p>It's natural to feel a lack of motivation after losing a job. You might experience feelings of self
513-doubt, frustration, or even embarrassment. Itâs important to honor those emotions, but donât let them dictate your next move. The power of networking isnât just about landing a new jobâitâs about making connections, staying informed about industry trends, and being visible. Often, opportunities arise when you least expect them.</p> 514<p>Recently, I met up with two former colleagues who had recently lost their jobs. During our conversation, one of them shared ...</p></div> 515 <a class="blog__more" href="/blog/30-days-Day-28" kjb-settings-id="sections_blog_listing_body_settings_read_more">Continue Reading...</a> 516 </div> 517</div> 518 519 520 <div class="panel blog fluid-video"> 521 <div class="panel__body"> 522 <h2 class="blog__title"><a href="/blog/30-days-Day-27">Networking as an Introverted Job Seeker</a></h2> 523 <div class="blog__info"> 524 525 526 527 </div> 528 529 530 531 532 <a href="/blog/30-days-Day-27"><img src="https://kajabi-storefronts-production.kajabi-cdn.com/kajabi-storefronts-production/file-uploads/blogs/30080/images/fc6133-8ac8-832b-73e0-633f34efc51c_LinkedIn_articles_2_.png" class="img-fluid"/></a> 533 534 535 536 537 538 539 <div class="blog__conent"><p>As an introvert, the thought of social networking used to terrify me. Early in my career as an engineer, I believed that success depended solely on my technical expertise. I focused on mastering my craftârunning tests, documenting results, writing detailed specs, and keeping meticulous records. I thought that if I just did my job well, everything else would fall into place.</p> 540<p>But I was wrong.</p> 541<p>This narrow focus led to isolation. I kept my head down, diligently working, but I found myself excluded from important conversations. Worse, I encountered unkind individuals who took advantage of my reserved nature. Then, an incident nearly cost me my job. That was my wake-up callâI realized that technical excellence wasnât enough. I needed connections, relationships, and allies. I needed to network.</p> 542<p>But how? The idea of attending networking events, engaging in small talk, and putting myself out there was overwhelming. I had no idea where to start. Then I found <em>How to Win Friends and Influence P</em>...</p></div> 543 <a class="blog__more" href="/blog/30-days-Day-27" kjb-settings-id="sections_blog_listing_body_settings_read_more">Continue Reading...</a> 544 </div> 545</div> 546 547 548 <div class="panel blog fluid-video"> 549 <div class="panel__body"> 550 <h2 class="blog__title"><a href="/blog/30-days-Day-26">Staying encouraged after facing setback after setback</a></h2> 551 <div class="blog__info"> 552 553 554 555 </div> 556 557 558 559 560 <a href="/blog/30-days-Day-26"><img src="https://kajabi-storefronts-production.kajabi-cdn.com/kajabi-storefronts-production/file-uploads/blogs/30080/images/0f3b45e-c188-f5a4-c56b-6f060eb6c638_LinkedIn_articles_1_.png" class="img-fluid"/></a> 561 562 563 564 565 566 567 <div class="blog__conent"><p>Recently, I met with a friend, a former colleague whom I greatly respected and admired during our time working together. As we sat down for coffee, I noticed a weight in his demeanor. His eyes had lost their usual spark, and his shoulders were slumped. When I asked how he was doing, he forced a smile and said, "Great." But it was clear something was wrongâhis facial expression and body languages expressed a sense of defeat, discouragement, and sadness.</p> 568<p>As we continued talking, he confided that he had lost his job nine months ago and had been relentlessly applying for new positions since then. Despite sending out countless applications and attending numerous interviews, he had yet to receive a single offer. âThanh,â he said, âIâve applied to over 500 jobs in the last nine months. Iâve had maybe a dozen interviews, made it to the final stage three times, but never got an offer. I keep wondering if itâs because Iâm over 50 and not an attractive candidate anymore. How does someone stay en...</p></div> 569 <a class="blog__more" href="/blog/30-days-Day-26" kjb-settings-id="sections_blog_listing_body_settings_read_more">Continue Reading...</a> 570 </div> 571</div> 572 573 574 <div class="panel blog fluid-video"> 575 <div class="panel__body"> 576 <h2 class="blog__title"><a href="/blog/30-days-Day-25">Overcoming Financial Insecurity</a></h2> 577 <div class="blog__info"> 578 579 580 581 </div> 582 583 584 585 586 <a href="/blog/30-days-Day-25"><img src="https://kajabi-storefronts-production.kajabi-cdn.com/kajabi-storefronts-production/file-uploads/blogs/30080/images/2a33303-ca78-a6d3-71a-5b5cdc7cb1cb_Being_broke_is_a_temporary_condition._Being_poor_is_a_
586state_of_mind._Mike_Todd.png" class="img-fluid"/></a> 587 588 589 590 591 592 593 <div class="blog__conent"><p>The number one struggle of a job loss is typically financial insecurity. Losing a job often means a sudden loss of income, which can lead to difficulties in paying bills, meeting financial obligations, and covering basic needs such as food, housing, and healthcare. This financial strain can cause stress, anxiety, and uncertainty about the future, impacting not only the individual who lost their job but also their family members or dependents who rely on them.</p> 594<p>Here are a few practical steps to take to address the situation and regain stability:</p> 595<p><strong>Assess Your Financial Situation</strong></p> 596<p>Review Your Finances: Take stock of your current financial situation, including savings, expenses, and any severance package or unemployment benefits you may be entitled to. You may even negotiate your severance package to get a higher amount or an extension on health care coverage.</p> 597<p>Create a Budget: Develop a budget that reflects your current income and expenses. Cut any non-essential spending to conserve funds...</p></div> 598 <a class="blog__more" href="/blog/30-days-Day-25" kjb-settings-id="sections_blog_listing_body_settings_read_more">Continue Reading...</a> 599 </div> 600</div> 601 602 603 <div class="panel blog fluid-video"> 604 <div class="panel__body"> 605 <h2 class="blog__title"><a href="/blog/BiasDiscriminationWomanEngineer">How to Overcome Bias and Discrimination as a Woman Engineer: A Personal Reflection</a></h2> 606 <div class="blog__info"> 607 608 609 610 </div> 611 612 613 614 615 <a href="/blog/BiasDiscriminationWomanEngineer"><img src="https://kajabi-storefronts-production.kajabi-cdn.com/kajabi-storefronts-production/file-uploads/blogs/30080/images/11e2b4-5d48-abef-555b-c4e0ffe781fe_Bias_and_Discrimination_as_a_Woman_Engineer_1_.png" class="img-fluid"/></a> 616 617 618 619 620 621 622 <div class="blog__conent"><p id='ember928' class='ember-view reader-text-block__paragraph'>Today, I had a heartfelt coaching session with a young female engineer who reached out for guidance. As we wrapped up, she hesitated, then said she had one last question. We were out of time, but I sensed it was important, so I encouraged her to share.</p> 623<p id='ember929' class='ember-view reader-text-block__paragraph'>She asked,<span class='white-space-pre'>Â </span><em>"What do you do to deal with biases and discrimination as a woman engineer? Have you ever experienced it?"</em></p> 624<p id='ember930' class='ember-view reader-text-block__paragraph'>I pausedânot because I didnât have an answer, but because her question stirred a wave of memories. Memories of hurtful experiences, of challenges Iâve worked hard to rise above.</p> 625<hr class='reader-divider-block__horizontal-rule'></hr> 626<h3 id='ember931' class='ember-view reader-text-block__heading-3'>Yes, Iâve Experienced ItâA Lot</h3> 627<p id='ember932' class='ember-view reader-text-block__paragraph'>Bias and discrimination have been a reality for me as a woman engineer, and as an Asian minority. In fact, being both a woman and an Asian creates a âdouble whammy,â meaning Iâve encountered discrimination and biases rooted in both my gender and my race. Each layer adds complexity to the challenges, as stereotypes about women and Asians intersect, sometimes amplifying the mistreatment.</p> 628<p id='ember933' class='ember-view reader-text-block__paragraph'>Bias, I explained, often...</p></div> 629 <a class="blog__more" href="/blog/BiasDiscriminationWomanEngineer" kjb-settings-id="sections_blog_listing_body_settings_read_more">Continue Reading...</a> 630 </div> 631</div> 632 633 634 <div class="panel blog fluid-video"> 635 <div class="panel__body"> 636 <h2 class="blog__title"><a href="/blog/happinessistheway">Happiness Is the Way: Discovering Joy in the Here and Now</a></h2> 637 <div class="blog__info"> 638 639 640 641 </div> 642 643 644 645 646 <a href="/blog/happinessistheway"><img src="https://kajabi-storefronts-production.kajabi-cdn.com/kajabi-storefronts-production/file-uploads/blogs/30080/images/55de244-a3ed-2a65-3eb2-44517b8f26b_Add_a_little_bit_of_body_text_25_.png" class="img-fluid"/></a> 647 648 649 650 651 652 653 <div class="blog__conent"><div class='scaffold-layout 654 scaffold-layout--breakpoint-xl 655 scaffold-layout--main-aside
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