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paNASH blog
by Lori Bumgarner
Welcome to career expert Lori Bumgarner's career coaching blog that focuses on helping you get unstuck and pursue your passions for a happier career.
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Want to Reinvent Your Career? Take a Lesson From Dolly Parton
If there’s one thing the career of Dolly Parton taught us, it’s this: a career doesn’t have to follow a straight line. You can start with very little, discover what you’re good at, change direction, try something completely different, build on what you’ve already learned, and keep creating new...
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Here’s Why Now May Be the Time to Start Your Own Business
If your job search has stalled in today’s competitive, slow market, you’re not alone. Statistics show that 25% of job seekers have spent more than a full year searching for their next opportunity. Even more striking, 73% say they’re so desperate they would sacrifice major benefits just to land an...
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Why a Successful Career Path Now Relies on More Than Relationships and a Resume
Networking relationships remain very important to your career, and a resume is often necessary when making career pivots. But relying solely on these traditional job search methods will no longer cut it in the current job market. You must be able to provide verified skills data, especially if...
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What Smart Career Moves Look Like in an Uncertain 2026 Job Market
Career planning in 2026 looks very different than it did just a few years ago. Fewer people are actively looking for a new job. Not because they’re suddenly happy in their career, well-paid, or deeply fulfilled. It’s quite the opposite. Many professionals are staying put because the job market...
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Top 5 in 2025: paNASH’s Most Popular Blog Posts
paNASH has had a great 2025! On November 5th, paNASH celebrated 18 years in service. And once again, for the 9th year in a row, owner Lori Béen was ranked in the top ten of Nashville’s best career coaches, this year at #3. Also in 2025, Lori appeared on several podcasts, including The Disruption...
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How to Protect Yourself From More and More Job Scams
Job seekers are falling victim to more and more job scams. In fact, in a recent survey, 40% of US adults seeking employment in 2025 admitted to falling for a job scam, with half of those having their personal data or money stolen. These incidences, in addition to encounters with ghost posts, AI...
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5 Ways to Save Time and Increase Success in Your Job Search
It used to be, the average job search lasted three to nine months, even in a good job market. But just in the past year, the length has been increasing for several reasons. One, more companies are including additional rounds of interviews and cumbersome assessments in their hiring process, making...
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How to Handle Job Rejection Gracefully and Turn “No” Into Career Opportunities
Getting rejected after spending time preparing for several rounds of job interviews stings. Especially in mid-career, when you’ve built experience, refined your skills, and maybe even thought a role was perfect for you. But here’s the truth: rejection isn’t a reflection of your worth. If handled...
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How to Avoid the Pitfalls of Relying Only on AI for Career Advice
Artificial intelligence (AI) has become the shiny new tool for everything—from writing emails to building resumes. It’s no surprise job seekers are turning to this latest technology to help them land their next opportunity. And while AI can be a helpful assistant in your job search, relying only…
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How to Quit Your Job Like a Pro So You Can Safeguard Your Career
For the past few months, I’ve shared a series of blog posts for those struggling in their current job but can’t leave yet for a new one. Now, I want to share how you can quit your job professionally and correctly when the time is right, so you can safeguard your career and your personal […] The...
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How to Realign Your Career With Your True Values and Goals
It happens so gradually, you don’t even realize it at first. One day, you wake up, head into work, and something just feels… off. The job you once said yes to doesn’t seem to fit anymore. Maybe you’ve changed. Maybe the job has. Or maybe both. Whatever the reason, you’re starting to notice a...
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5 Ways You Can Reignite the Passion for Your Current Job
We all have off days. But when every day in your current job starts to feel like drudgery, it’s more than just a rough patch, it’s a red flag. You used to feel some spark for your work. Even if it wasn’t your dream job, it had a sense of purpose or challenge. But now? […] The post 5 Ways You Can...
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Feeling Stuck in Your Career? Here’s How to Get Unstuck Without Leaving Your Job
Feeling stuck in your career is one of the most frustrating places to be. You’re not necessarily miserable, but you’re definitely not fulfilled. You’re not moving forward, but you don’t know how to start. And quitting your job without a plan is not an option. So what do you do when you’re feeling...
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How to Cope With a Bad Job Situation That’s Wearing You Down
We’ve all been there, myself included. You tell yourself, “Just hang in there a little longer.” You grit your teeth, keep your head down, and push through. Because that’s what responsible adults do, right? They make the best of a bad job situation. But what happens when the situation drags on too...
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Tired of Being Passed Over for Promotion? How to Get Unstuck and Move Up
It stings, doesn’t it? You’ve been showing up, taking on extra responsibilities, and maybe even mentoring others, only to find out the promotion you were hoping for went to someone else, again. It’s easy to feel discouraged or even question your own worth when this happens. But let’s take a deep...
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Dreading Your Performance Review? Here’s How to Show Up Prepared and Confident
If your annual performance review is looming and all you can feel is dread, you’re not alone. Even a lot of high-performing professionals cringe at the idea of being judged for an entire year’s worth of work in a 30-minute meeting. Maybe you’re unsure of what to say. Or you haven’t kept track of...
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Feeling Unchallenged at Work? Here’s How to Grow in a Stagnant Role
If your workdays are starting to feel like you’re stuck on cruise control, it might be time to check the dashboard. Coasting isn’t always a bad thing. It can be a breather after a long season of hustle. But when you find yourself in a stagnant role, it’s a sign your growth has hit a […] The post...
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When Your Workload Is Unmanageable: How to Reclaim Your Time and Sanity
Let me guess, you’ve tried every time management hack in the book. Color-coded calendars. Productivity apps. Early wake-ups. Late nights. And still, your to-do list somehow gets longer by the hour. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. One of the biggest red flags in a struggling career…
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When You Can’t Leave Your Job, but Still Need Career Help: 10 Red Flags
Let’s be honest, most people don’t have the luxury of just walking away from a job that’s not working for them. Bills still have to be paid, family responsibilities don’t disappear, and opportunities for a career change don’t always show up overnight. But this doesn’t mean you have to stay stuck…
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The 7 Most Costly Mistakes People Make in Their Job Search
Let’s be honest: searching for a job is difficult enough without accidentally making it even harder. In the 25 years I’ve been a career coach, I’ve seen job seekers unintentionally sabotage their own search—not because they’re lazy or unqualified, but simply because they don’t know what they…
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How Career Coaching Can Help You See the Unseen and Reduce Your Risk
With any career change or job search, there’s risk involved. There’s the emotional risk of rejection, and the financial risk of going too long between jobs without a paycheck. And, if you’re still in your current job, there’s the risk of your boss finding out you’re seeking something new. Another...
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How Your Imposter Syndrome Can Help You Succeed in Your Career
Imposter syndrome, the nagging feeling you’re not as capable at what you do (or hope to do) as others may think, can be debilitating. Just reading a job ad or looking at the to-do list of starting your own business can trigger it. Feeling stuck or unsure of your next step? Click here to explore…
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Getting Laid Off? How to Recover and Find Your Next Opportunity Sooner Than Later
In recent news, many workers are getting laid off from large companies headquartered here in Nashville, and also from government jobs in Washington, DC and around the country. Losing a job can feel like a punch in the gut, whether you saw it coming or not. It can be a huge blow to your career…
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How Being Curious Can Lead To New Career Paths for You
Recently, I was chatting with a friend from church about her job. She’s a school teacher, but with a twist. Instead of working in a traditional classroom for a public or private school, she works in a local children’s hospital, teaching the patients who are there for extended periods of time. I...
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How to Successfully Compete in the 2025 Job Market
In a previous post, I shared how the 2025 job market will be competitive, with six in ten workers expected to be looking for a new job. If you’re part of the 60% of workers seeking a new career in the new year, then you need to learn how to compete successfully. And not only […] The post How to...
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2024 paNASH Re-Cap, With Tips to Also Help Your Career in 2025
The year 2024 has been an interesting one! In March I suffered a stroke. I’m blessed and thankful I had no residual effects from it. But in May, I had to have a procedure to close the hole in my heart that caused my stroke. While all of this sounds serious, and is very much […] The post 2024…
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Top 12 Reasons Workers Are Seeking New Jobs
The job market of 2024 has been daunting for many workers seeking new jobs. In fact, studies have shown that among white-collar job seekers, it took on average 294 job applications to land an offer – up from 254 in 2023. Also, it took more days for them to land an offer than the previous […] The...
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How to Mask Your Confidential Job Search to Protect Your Current Job
Conducting a confidential job search without jeopardizing your current role can be tricky. You have to be strategic but not sneaky, while remaining professional. Below are some practical tips to help you mask your job search and keep it private, while also maintaining your professionalism with…
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7 Ways You Can Stay Motivated During a Prolonged Job Search
The job market has become more and more competitive in recent months, thus making the job search a much longer process. A prolonged job search can be demoralizing and can do a real number on your motivation and self-esteem. Here are my top 7 ways to stay motivated. Feeling stuck or unsure of your...
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How to Save Precious Time in Your Job Search by Recognizing Red Flags
Your job search can be overwhelming and time consuming. It’s especially frustrating when your time is wasted by scammers, fake job posts, and ghosted interviews. My goal in working with my clients is always to help them find the best fit for them sooner than later. While figuring out what they…
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How to Spot and Avoid Fake Jobs and “Ghost Posts” From Real Companies
Getting ghosted by employers following job interviews is frustrating enough. But now, job candidates have to beware of something called “ghost posts.” These posts are fake jobs posted by real companies. Companies often use these posts just to give the appearance to their current employees that...
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Don’t Miss Out! paNASH’s Top 5 Picks for Summer Reading
Many of my clients love to read as much as I do. And nearly every summer, I provide a reading list of books I’ve read the previous year. While I can’t list all the books I’ve read in the past 12 months, I will share with you the ones that can best assist you in […] The post Don’t Miss Out!…
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5 Career Decision Mistakes People Make (And How to Avoid Them)
When faced with a career decision, it’s important avoid the common mistakes most people make. What are those mistakes? Let’s take a look. Mistake #1: Assuming there’s such a thing as a perfect job Recently, a former client contacted me to help him again with another job search. When I previously...
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How to Successfully Compete Against AI in the 2024 Job Market
NOTE: In 2017, I wrote a post about how advances in technology such as AI would affect the work world in five to ten years. Specifically, how it might take over some jobs, and how to improve your job security and avoid unemployment. Fast forward to now, I’m re-reading that post as I’m writing…
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Did You Know It’s Illegal for an Employer to Ask Your Salary History?
You’ve probably seen a box on a job application asking what your salary was at your previous job. Or, you’ve been asked in an interview about your salary history. Did you know this is illegal in 30 states? Well, it is. And it’s only one of several illegal interview questions you’ve probably...
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Dispelling the Myth: Why Job Hopping Isn’t Always a Bad Career Move
Excessive job hopping can raise red flags for employers. Some people believe it always signals career instability or a lack of commitment. But this is a myth. I remember two years prior to the pandemic, I spoke with a recruiter who said she and her colleagues had been told not to dismiss…
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How to Convince Your Employer to Let You Continue Working Remotely
Many of my clients want to continue working remotely ever since being required to during the pandemic. I get it. For those of us who like working remotely (myself included), it’s great. But there’s some bad news. According to the Nashville Business Journal, many companies are starting to call…
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What Is It Like to Take a New Job in a Foreign Country?
Last year I had a client who had taken a job in Germany. I asked him to share with my readers what this experience was like for him. My hopes are you’ll learn some things from his story, even if you aren’t taking a new job in a foreign country. I think the things he […] The post What Is It Like…
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Looking To Work in Nashville? These Companies Have the Best Company Culture
Data from the Bureau of Labor statistics show Nashville ranks #26 for highest increase in jobs among the nation’s 389 metros. If you’re one of the several people moving to Music City and looking for work in Nashville, or if you’re a local looking to change jobs, it’s important to know which...
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How Your Next Job May Be One of Several Stepping Stones to Your Best Job
Finding your best job ever isn’t always a straight shot or a linear path. There are often several stepping stones to get from your nightmare job to your dream job. This has been the path for one of my clients I’ve highlighted several times in the past few years. You probably remember Robert, and...
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Do You Really Need a Certification to Boost Your Career?
Clients often ask me if they need to obtain a certification to boost their careers. The answer isn’t always clear-cut, at least not for every client, and not for every industry. Benefits of certifications It’s obvious in some industries that a certain certification or license is a must to work in…
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Why Online Job Boards Suck the Life Out of Your Job Search
When I first meet with potential clients, one of the questions I ask is how they are currently finding jobs to which they’re applying. Almost everyone responds the same way: “Through online job boards like Indeed and ZipRecruiter.” The next question I ask is, “How’s that working for you?” Nine...
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How NOT to Ruin Your Adult Child’s Career
Below is a re-post of a past blog topic. This re-post is timely and necessary, in that I’ve recently received emails from parents wanting me to work with their adult child. In addition, I’ve been seeing numerous news articles about why millennials are getting fired. If you’re the parent of a...
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Are You Still Waiting to Make Your Next Career Move?
We now have only a little over five months left in 2023. Hard to believe, right? So much has happened in my own life in the past six and a half months, that I’m experiencing a bit of mental whiplash. While much of these new changes have been good, all of it has my head […] The post Are You Still...
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You Have a Decent Job. But Should You Stay or Should You Go?
When it comes to deciding whether or not to stay in a decent job or leave, there are a lot of factors to consider. There’s no one piece of advice pertaining to everyone on whether you should stay or go. Advantages and disadvantages differ in every situation. Stay in your decent job, or go? I […]...
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Are the LinkedIn Recruiters Contacting You Scammers? Here’s How to Tell
LinkedIn can be a great way to let recruiters and hiring managers know you’re looking for new opportunities. But, marking your profile as “open to work” can sometimes make you vulnerable to scammers posing as recruiters. This happened recently to a client of mine. Her gut told her the person...
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Do You Want Extended Time Off From Your Job? Here’s How to Ask For It
It’s been a while since I’ve posted a new blog. I have a lot going on right now. In addition to planning a wedding and a move to a new home, I’ve been working with several new clients. One of the trends I’m noticing among my latest batch of clients, and their industry peers, is […] The post Do…
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6 Ways to Keep Your Job From Feeling Like Groundhog Day
Is your job starting to feel like Groundhog Day? You may not be in the position to change jobs or careers right now, but there are some small changes you can make in your current job so it feels a little less repetitive. 6 ways to avoid a Groundhog Day experience at work 1. Take […] The post 6…
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Is 2023 the Year You Stop Putting Your Next Career Move On Hold?
We’re more than halfway through the first month of 2023. This is usually the time when your new year’s resolutions have either solidified into good habits, or have gone by the wayside. In the past few weeks, I’ve met with several potential clients who’ve decided this is the year they’re finally...
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paNASH’s 10 Best Blog Posts of 2022
Another year is coming to an end. The job market has been a bit of a roller coaster, beginning with the Great Resignation in full swing due to the pandemic, and ending in layoffs as a result of steady inflation during the majority of the year. Wherever you are in your career or job search, […]…
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Welcome to career expert Lori Bumgarner's career coaching blog that focuses on helping you get unstuck and pursue your passions for a happier career.
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