Hey Reader, Do you ever notice how this time of year seems to slow down and speed up at the same time? It’s weird, right? Because of this weird thing with the calendar, I want to update you on what’s happening here at Professional Ascension. Hence, you know exactly what’s coming and when (unlike Aunt Marge's unpredictable gifts). (I’ll try to keep the update brief, too.) I will travel much more this season than others, but you will still see me in your inbox weekly. I have paused producing...

Hey Reader, Lately, I’ve been fully embracing the season with Christmas and holiday movies everywhere. Have you started watching them yet? 🎄✨ It’s incredible how these movies can bring cheer and lighten the heaviness many have been feeling. But, as I glance at my calendar, one thing becomes crystal clear: 2025 is just around the corner! Can you believe we have fewer than 60 days left in the year? While I’d love to settle in for another holiday movie marathon, it’s time to shift gears and...

Hey Reader, When I took the leap from bedside nursing, I was laser-focused on securing a specific job in quality improvement, convinced it was the golden ticket to success. Thinking that if I could just get that role, everything would fall into place. However, a surprising turn of events challenged this belief. Landing what I thought was my “dream job” led to an unexpected letdown, with a toxic environment and unrealistic work expectations. Through my experience, I discovered that the...