Pitch Perfect: Preparing and Presenting An Effective Elevator Pitch
Your elevator pitch is a short introduction that you can use time and time again to tell others about yourself in a quick and concise…
The Dos and Don’ts of Virtual Interviews
The Dos of a Virtual Job Interview Research the Company Look into the company, the position, and the interviewers before the interview just as you…
How to Sell Yourself for Your Next Job Interview 
Interviews often seem daunting and intimidating. Your fate is basically in someone else’s hands, right? Not necessarily. There’s a lot that you control in an…
Breaking Through the Screen: Optimizing Your Online Presence
I recently had the pleasure of attending a virtual networking roundtable hosted by IAW Member Daniella Monestime. This was an interactive session that offered great…
A Passion for Helping Others Plan for a Secure Future Continues to Inspire Jessy DeFreitas
Never Give Up I started in the financial planning industry 30 years ago after graduating college and landing my first job in estate planning in…
The 10 Skills Everyone Needs to Master for Success
Regardless of your career, there are certain skills that your industry deems necessary to achieve success. Your resume likely reflects both soft and hard skills…
The Importance of a Transition Plan as Businesses Reopen
The pendulum has swung and Life/Business has forever changed. How have you pivoted? Where do you still need to adjust?
Managing Your Career in a Remote Environment
You’ve probably been working from home for a couple of months now. Whether you’re managing a team, running your business solo, or reporting to a…
Personal Branding: Showing Up Authentically
Last week, during our eChapter session, we discussed personal branding and how your personal brand can help set you apart from the competition. If you missed…
Building Your Network: 5 Lessons We Learned Through Roundtable Discussions
Your network is an important element of your personal and professional development. A strong network will support, inspire, motivate, and encourage you. When times are…