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It's Not What You Know OR Who You Know...

by Trevor Calton

 Most people were taught:

“It’s not what you know, it’s who you know.”

But in today’s world, that’s not enough.

You can know a hundred people. Have coffee with decision-makers. Follow every hiring manager on LinkedIn.

But if they don’t know who you are, what you do, or what...

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What To Do When You’re Feeling Stuck

by Trevor Calton

 If you’ve ever said, “I feel stuck,” you’re not alone.

It’s one of the most common things I hear from people at every stage of their career.

And here’s the truth no one talks about: Feeling stuck doesn’t mean you’re lost. It means something wants to change.

You’re Not Broken, Y...

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You Are Not What You Eat

by Trevor Calton

 You’ve probably heard the saying, “You are what you eat.”

But when it comes to your career, here’s the truth:

You are what you do, consistently, over time.

Not what you studied. Not what your last job title was. Not what you say you want.

What you do is what builds your career...

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"What Do You Want to Be When You Grow Up?" #careerquestionfail

by Trevor Calton

One of the first questions we’re asked as kids is "What do you want to be when you grow up?"

Astronaut. Teacher. CEO. Firefighter.

The world teaches us early that we need a clean, simple answer. One box to check. One identity to stick with.

But here’s the problem...

Most people...

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Introducing “Career Building from the Inside Out”

by Trevor Calton

 If you’re like most people, no one ever taught you how to build a career on purpose.

You were probably told to:

  • Get good grades
  • Choose a major
  • Get a job
  • Hope it works out

But now you’re here. And something’s off.

Maybe you feel stuck. Maybe you’ve changed. Maybe you’re ...

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