In the final show of the Prepare to Flourish series, we reflect back on the series with co-host Kristen Struys.  Additionally, we're joined once more by our guests, who share their tips for maintaining success in the future.

Topics discussed in this episode:

• We look back on the highlights from the series.
• We look ahead to what skills will help us maintain success going forward.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

• Maintain Success Blog

Life Skills
Episode 1, "Creating Awareness": Estelle Curry
Episode 3, "Remaining Confidence": Collin Maier
Episode 7, "Being Resilient": Dr. Katherine Perez-Rivera

Career Skills
Episode 2, "Authentic Networking": Laura Kasper
Episode 5, "Get Strategic": Tracey Hanton

Job Seeking Skills
Episode 4, Resume and Cover Letter Clean-up: Dionne Gray
Episode 6, Storytelling through Interviewing: Martin Kelly
Episode 8, Negotiations: Kelly Davis

Who you met:

Guest and Co-host: Kristen Struys - A communication professional and program manager. With a wealth of industry experience by partnering with small to multinational organizations, she provides a strategic consultative approach in every initiative she takes on. Her strong work ethic and “roll up your sleeves” attitude are two strengths that have aided in her career success. Kristen is a job seeker who made the choice to put her job search on hold to virtual school her kids during the pandemic. The excitement to collaborate with Estelle on this series stems from two loves - bringing creative storytelling to her audience and empowering women and teens through development programs and events in order to help them rise personally and professionally. To work with Kristen, visit www.linkedin.com/in/kristenstruys.

Co-host: Estelle Curry - A qualified Coach and Reiki Teacher and a member of the International Coaching Federation. She brings over a decade of HR experience to her work as a coach. She has worked in an array of industries including Recruitment, Education, Information Technology and Corporate Social Responsibility. Facilitating positive change in the lives of others and enabling them to flourish is her passion. Her training as a Reiki Practitioner and Life Coach enables her to serve others in a way that gives her a deep sense of purpose. To work with Estelle, visit www.florescitlifecoaching.com



What steps will you take this week to flourish?

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There is more to negotiating a job offer than naming your salary. It takes planning and gathering evidence. This week we speak to Kelly Davis of HAYS Recruitment about how to prepare to negotiate and to give you the confidence as you enter talks.

Topics discussed in this episode:

• The importance of negotiating
• How to negotiate
• The challenges of negotiating
  

Resources mentioned in this episode:

• Negotiate With Confidence
• www.glassdoor.com
• www.owler.com
• Hays 2021 Salary Guide

Who you met:

Guest: Kelly Davis, Business Development Manager at HAYS Recruitment - Kelly is a business development manager with Hays Recruitment. Her career began in marketing before becoming a recruiter over ten years ago, where she has recruited for a vast array of industries and levels of seniority, from entry-level to c-suite positions. She has recruited for positions in Ireland, Australia, and the United States. Her current role as business development manager sees her build relationships with organizations to help support their recruitment needs.

To work with Kelly, visit www.linkedin.com/in/kellydavishays. 

Co-host: Estelle Curry - A qualified Coach and Reiki Teacher and a member of the International Coaching Federation. She brings over a decade of HR experience to her work as a coach. She has worked in an array of industries including Recruitment, Education, Information Technology and Corporate Social Responsibility. Facilitating positive change in the lives of others and enabling them to flourish is her passion. Her training as a Reiki Practitioner and Life Coach enables her to serve others in a way that gives her a deep sense of purpose.

To work with Estelle, visit www.florescitlifecoaching.com

Co-host: Kristen Struys - A communication professional and program manager. With a wealth of industry experience by partnering with small to multinational organizations, she provides a strategic consultative approach in every initiative she takes on. Her strong work ethic and “roll up your sleeves” attitude are two strengths that have aided in her career success. Kristen is a job seeker who made the choice to put her job search on hold to virtual school her kids during the pandemic. The excitement to collaborate with Estelle on this series stems from two loves - bringing creative storytelling to her audience and empowering women and teens through development programs and events in order to help them rise personally and professionally.

To work with Kristen, visit www.linkedin.com/in/kristenstruys.

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Throughout our lives, we will all encounter challenges that will test our physical and mental well-being. 2020 and 2021 have certainly given us challenges that we have no option but to cope with – a pandemic, job losses, social isolation, social unrest, educational instability, and increased caring responsibilities. Each of these events on their own can be challenging, put them all together in a short space of time, and this is the perfect recipe for stress and emotional instability. Therefore, the number one tool we have to help us through these challenging times is resilience. 

Topics discussed in this episode: 

• What resilience is. 
• The 4 pillars of resilience. 
• How to cultivate resilience. 

Resources mentioned in this episode: 

• Resilience Blog
• Find a Therapist, Psychologist, Counselor - Psychology Today 
• Building Resiliency Workbook 
• Resilient: How to Grow an Unshakable Core of Calm, Strength, and Happiness by Dr. Rick Hanson Ph.D and Forrest Hanson 

Who you met:

Guest: Dr. Katherine Perez-Rivera - A licensed clinical psychologist and owner of South Jersey Center for Psychological Services, LLC, has over 20 years of experience working with people who are motivated to work on their well-being, ready to crush anxiety, determined to overcome depression, open to finding balance amongst the chaos, and unyielding in their pursuit to reach their goals. She also dedicates herself to helping people process grief. Dr. Perez-Rivera draws from the principles of positive psychology and combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with a humanistic approach as she engages people on their journey to process life. To work with Katherine, visit www.drkatherinephd.com, Tel: 856-383-0585, Email: drkatherine@hushmail.com 

Co-Host: Estelle Curry, founder of Florescit Life Coaching - Estelle Curry is a qualified Coach and Reiki Teacher and a member of the International Coaching Federation. She brings over a decade HR experience to her work as a coach. She has worked in an array of industries including Recruitment, Education, Information Technology and Corporate Social Responsibility. Facilitating positive change in the lives of others and enabling them to flourish is her passion. Her training as a Reiki Practitioner and Life Coach enables her to serve others in a way that gives her a deep sense of purpose. To work with Estelle for your life and career coaching, visit her website at www.florescitlifecoaching.com

Co-Host: Kristen Struys - A communication professional and program manager. With a wealth of industry experience by partnering with small to multinational organizations, she provides a strategic consultative approach in every initiative she takes on. Her strong work ethic and “roll up your sleeves” attitude are two strengths that have aided in her career success. Kristen received her bachelor’s degree in Mass Communications from York College of Pennsylvania. The excitement to collaborate with Estelle on this series stems from two loves - bringing creative storytelling to her audience and empowering women and teens through development programs and events in order to help them rise personally and professionally. To work with Kristen, visit www.linkedin.com/in/kristenstruys. 

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Your resume is your number one tool to getting the job you want; it is a reflection of you. Give it the time and care it deserves. Your resume also needs to reflect the job you want. That means tailoring your resume for each role you apply for, including keywords specific to the role and understanding the applicant tracking systems. In addition to your resume, you’ll need a cover letter and LinkedIn profile to round out your professional presence. We spoke with Dionne Gray, a certified professional resume writer, to learn about do's and don’ts of resume writing.

Topics discussed in this episode: 

• What to include in your resume and cover letter
• Ways to show how you made impacts and solved problems at your past roles
• How to address gaps in your career history in your resume and cover letter

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Resume and Cover Letter Clean-Up blog: https://www.florescitlifecoaching.com

Who you met:

GUEST: Dionne Gray, certified professional resume writer: A master storyteller, resume writer, lover of French fries, and graphic designer who can catch spelling, grammatical and punctuation errors faster than a speeding bullet. She has over 15 years of experience in helping organizations communicate with employees. She’s worked with notable organizations like a global investment management company, AstraZeneca, Rolls-Royce, Johnson & Johnson, and the Central Bank of Trinidad & Tobago. As a Certified Professional Résumé Writer, Dionne finds ways to help people tell the most important story of all—who they are and why they do what they do. Originally from Trinidad and Tobago, Dionne received her bachelor’s degree in Communications from Morgan State University and a master’s degree in Communications from Rutgers University. To work with Dionne on your resume, visit her website at www.dionnegray.com

CO-HOST: Estelle Curry, founder of Florescit Life Coaching - Estelle Curry is a qualified Coach and Reiki Teacher and a member of the International Coaching Federation. She brings over a decade HR experience to her work as a coach. She has worked in an array of industries including Recruitment, Education, Information Technology and Corporate Social Responsibility. Facilitating positive change in the lives of others and enabling them to flourish is her passion. Her training as a Reiki Practitioner and Life Coach enables her to serve others in a way that gives her a deep sense of purpose. To work with Estelle for your life and career coaching, visit her website at www.florescitlifecoaching.com

CO-HOST: Kristen Struys - Kristen Struys is a communication professional and program manager. With a wealth of industry experience by partnering with small to multinational organizations, she provides a strategic consultative approach in every initiative she takes on. Her strong work ethic and “roll up your sleeves” attitude are two strengths that have aided in her career success. Kristen received her bachelor’s degree in Mass Communications from York College of Pennsylvania. The excitement to collaborate with Estelle on this series stems from two loves - bringing creative storytelling to her audience and empowering women and teens through development programs and events in order to help them rise personally and professionally. To work with Kristen, visit www.linkedin.com/in/kristenstruys

This job market is challenging. It's not uncommon to get a lot of no's before you get a yes, and this can really impact your confidence. This week we look at tools and tips to remain confident, not just in the job market, but also in life in general. Our guest Collin Maier, will share some evidence-based strategies to overcome a lack of confidence and apply these strategies in your job search.
Topics discussed in this episode:

• Self-talk
• Impostor syndrome
• Core beliefs
• Setting boundaries
• Tips to boost your confidence before an interview

Resources mentioned in this episode:

1. Remain Confident Blog
2. Psychotherapist Ester Perel: www.estherperel.com
3. Book: How Women Rise by Sally Helgesen and Marshall Goldsmith: www.howwomenrise.com
4. Speaker Kristen mentioned (but not by name), Reshma Saujani: www.paconferenceforwomen.org/speakers/reshma-saujani

Who you met:
GUEST: Collin Maier, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the State of New Jersey. Collin focuses on developing practical skills to assist clients with their mental health needs through a warm, compassionate, supportive, and empowering approach.  Collin understands that with each client, needs differ, but the goal of finding our true, authentic selves is universal. As an LPC, he assists people of all walks of life find stability, support, and hope for the future through an affirmative lens - helping clients who struggle to find acceptance among their communities and within themselves. To work with Collin, learn more at: www.linkedin.com/in/collin-m-747b6894 

CO-HOST: Estelle Curry, founder of Florescit Life Coaching - A qualified Coach and Reiki Teacher and a member of the International Coaching Federation. She brings over a decade of HR experience as a coach. She has worked in an array of industries including Recruitment, Education, Information Technology and Corporate Social Responsibility. Facilitating positive change in the lives of others and enabling them to flourish is her passion. Her training as a Reiki Practitioner and Life Coach enables her to serve others in a way that gives her a deep sense of purpose.

Estelle’s values: Respect | Integrity | Authenticity | Growth.

To work with Estelle for your life and career coaching, visit her website at www.florescitlifecoaching.com

CO-HOST: Kristen Struys - A communication professional and program manager. With a wealth of industry experience by partnering with small to multinational organizations, she provides a strategic consultative approach in every initiative she takes on. Her strong work ethic and “roll up your sleeves” attitude are two strengths that have aided in her career success. Kristen received her bachelor’s degree in Mass Communications from York College of Pennsylvania. The excitement to collaborate with Estelle on this series stems from two loves - bringing creative storytelling to her audience and empowering women and teens through development programs and events in order to help them rise personally and professionally. To work with Kristen, visit www.linkedin.com/in/kristenstruys

It is always a good time to begin cultivating an authentic and long-lasting network of colleagues, and it’s much easier than you think. In fact, you are probably already doing it without realizing it. We chatted with Laura Kasper, CEO of Monarch Staffing, about cultivating and maintaining an authentic network.

Topics discussed in this episode:

• Starting your network
• Maintain your network
• Dos and don'ts of networking

Resources mentioned in this episode:

• www.florescitlifecoaching.com/single-post/authentic-networking
• www.monarchstaffing.com

Guest: Laura Kasper President / CEO of Monarch Staffing - the certified woman-owned boutique staffing, training, recruiting, and HR consulting firm she founded in Delaware County in 2001. Today, Monarch Staffing serves the entire Philadelphia Tri-State region from offices in four counties. Change was the inspiration for her company’s name, and it remains a symbol for the positive impact Laura and her team have had on hundreds of individuals and organizations over the past two decades. Just like the Monarch Butterfly, job seekers and employers experience a metamorphosis in their respective searches. Laura’s passion for career development has led her to create strategies to help organizations and individuals navigate the ever-changing business landscape.

Laura’s many achievements include being recently awarded the Distinguished Professional Alumni award from West Chester University, the Philadelphia Business Journal Brava Award-winner, receiving the Spirit of Excellence award from Friends of the Delaware County Women’s Commission, and receiving the Distinguished Alumni award from Delaware County Community College. In 2020, Monarch Staffing was named Best in Staffing for both the Candidate and Client Experience—a distinction achieved by less than one percent of staffing firms in the United States.

In addition to running a successful business, being a wife, and mother of college-aged twins, Laura is a devoted volunteer, providing interviewing and resume writing help at local job centers, schools, and community organizations. She also sits on the Board of Girls Spark, a non-profit teen-centered support and empowerment group started by her daughter. Laura lives by the Platinum Rule: Do unto others as they want to be done unto. 

Co-Host: Estelle Curry, founder of Florescit Life Coaching - A qualified Coach and Reiki Teacher and a member of the International Coaching Federation. She brings over a decade of HR experience as a coach. She has worked in an array of industries including Recruitment, Education, Information Technology and Corporate Social Responsibility. Facilitating positive change in the lives of others and enabling them to flourish is her passion. Her training as a Reiki Practitioner and Life Coach enables her to serve others in a way that gives her a deep sense of purpose. To work with Estelle for your life and career coaching, visit her website at www.florescitlifecoaching.com

Co-Host: Kristen Struys - A communication professional and program manager. With a wealth of industry experience by partnering with small to multinational organizations, she provides a strategic consultative approach in every initiative she takes on. Her strong work ethic and “roll up your sleeves” attitude are two strengths that have aided in her career success. Kristen received her bachelor’s degree in Mass Communications from York College of Pennsylvania. To work with Kristen, visit www.linkedin.com/in/kristenstruys