When I started this series of blog posts in early 2018 after making a major career change, I never imagined writing about this development. What might you be overlooking about a career change? The fact that the first move you make might not be the right one. Over the years, I noticed that a significant number of my colleagues left long-term roles, joined new companies and then quickly left those opportunities. I always wondered what happened in those situations and dismissed

Last year was a time filled with change for me, some of it planned and some of it coming as a complete surprise. Overall, it definitely proved to be a period of learning and self-reflection. This week, I’m taking the first step on a new career journey. I’ve accepted a marketing role with Salinas Valley Memorial Health, which is located in central California close to Monterey and about two hours from the bay area. SVMH is doing exciting work to advance healthcare and the peopl

Several months ago I overheard someone say "your life doesn’t come with a script.” That saying stuck with me, but I didn’t think about it too much until a few weeks ago. Earlier this year I decided to make a significant career change by leaving my long-term employer and relocating to southern California from Oregon for a new opportunity. It was a fantastic experience in many ways, and I was fortunate to meet some wonderful people along the way. I am now looking for a new care