Posts by Kim Martin
The Small Wins That Change Everything
We tend to think of transformation as this massive, all-at-once event; a new job, a big promotion, a total reinvention. But the most meaningful changes rarely look like breakthroughs at the moment. They usually begin as small, almost invisible wins: These moments are easy to overlook, but they often spark something much bigger. When you’re…
Read MoreSet Career Goals That Actually Stick
Every year, I work with professionals who start off full of excitement and big ambitions, only to feel deflated months later when things haven’t gone as planned. It’s not because they’re unmotivated or lacking talent. More often than not, their goals were either too vague, too overwhelming, or not connected to what they truly wanted.…
Read MoreUsing the Energy of Summer to Reconnect with Your Ambition
There’s something about summer that shifts our rhythm. The light lingers longer, our schedules flex a bit more, and there’s a natural rise in energy. Rather than seeing this season as a break from your career focus, I invite you to see it as an opportunity to reconnect with the part of you that’s ambitious,…
Read MoreRedefining Success for Women Who Lead Differently
For a long time, leadership was defined by volume, the loudest voice in the room, the most commanding presence, the boldest declarations. But that version of leadership has never told the full story, especially for women who lead differently. I work with women every day who bring empathy, deep listening, collaboration, and quiet confidence to…
Read MoreReflections for Women at a Career Crossroads
There comes a moment in many women’s careers when the pace slows long enough to ask a powerful question: Is this still what I want? Maybe you’ve built a solid career; you’ve climbed the ladder, checked the boxes, and earned the title. But something deeper is nudging you forward. That quiet voice isn’t doubt; it’s…
Read MoreWisdom Unlocked: Career Lessons from Leading Women
1. Please introduce yourself and your current role. I’m Renee Hauch, a Principal in the Media, Entertainment & Communications Practice at JM Search. I specialize in developing business and leading executive searches for C-Suite and senior leadership roles in the media and entertainment sectors, as well as with private equity-backed tech companies. 2. How did your career…
Read MoreFrom Reactive to Proactive: Rewiring Your Mindset for Success
Most of us spend our days in reaction mode — answering emails, tackling urgent tasks, and putting out fires — without stopping to ask if our actions are actually moving us forward. But real success doesn’t come from just keeping up; it comes from intentionally shaping how we spend our time and energy. Shifting from…
Read MoreUnlocking Wisdom: Why Sharing Career Journeys Matters
As an executive coach, I’ve had the privilege of supporting leaders through career shifts, pivotal decisions, and moments that truly define their professional paths. I’ve been fortunate to help people navigate everything from the challenges of managing change to the opportunities that come with taking bold risks. But even with all my experience, I know…
Read MoreWisdom Unlocked: Career Lessons from Leading Women: A Conversation with Sheila Feren-Thurston
Please introduce yourself and your current role.My name is Sheila Feren-Thurston, and I am founder and CEO of FerenComm, an independent, female-owned publicity firm rooted in the promotion of entertainment content and influential brands. How did your career begin, and what path led you to your current position?That is a long-ish story but in short,…
Read MoreWisdom Unlocked: Career Lessons from Leading Women: A Conversation with Susan Jurevics
1.Please introduce yourself and your current role. Susan Jurevics, C-suite executive, board member, global citizen and mom. I have extensive experience in B2C and subscription businesses of media, entertainment and consumer products companies, including Audible, Shiseido, J. K. Rowling’s Pottermore, Sony, Mattel and Nickelodeon. 2. How did your career begin, and what path led you…
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