LifeWorks

Barbara Sirois Babkirk, LCPC, is a career counselor with a record of success guiding career transitions for executives and attorneys to artists and entrepreneurs. Barbara is the owner of Heart at Work, based in Portland, Maine offering career counseling, customized outplacement and retention services, and second half of life planning. She is a frequent speaker on work-related topics and offers customized individual and professional group retreats in the South of France.

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Overwhelmed by Uncertainty? Here's What You Can Do...

Submitted by Barbara Babkirk on Wed, 2009-01-21 21:01
In these times of uncertainty, you may feel overwhelmed and anxious trying to figure out the best direction, the most effective job move, or the smartest choice for a new career.

How To Deal With Waiting

Submitted by Barbara Babkirk on Tue, 2009-01-06 15:34
One of the most difficult times in a job search is when you are waiting for some type of response. -- Like when you've done your research on a position, submitted your materials on time and expect to hear in a timely manner from the prospective employer--but don't.

The Best Gift

Submitted by Barbara Babkirk on Mon, 2008-12-29 15:35
Did you think I was referring to a treasure left under the tree, or the perfect present found for a beloved?

How To Position Yourself For the Future

Submitted by Barbara Babkirk on Thu, 2008-12-11 13:50
Recently I was interviewed by Josie Huang, a reporter for Maine Public Broadcasting, for a news story on jobs and the economy in Maine.

Is Your Job A Joy?

Submitted by Barbara Babkirk on Fri, 2008-11-14 08:04
Recently I heard Marc Freedman, CEO and Founder of Civic Ventures, speak at Maine's Institute for Civic Leadershi

Five Things You Should Do To Further Your Career In These Economic Times

Submitted by Barbara Babkirk on Wed, 2008-10-29 17:05
If this time of uncertainty has you in a spin, fretting the pink slip, frozen from fear in a job you can't stand, or believing you must tip toe around so you don't make any waves to set off the boss, then you could use some tips to get back some control of your worklife.

What's Your Focus These Days?

Submitted by Barbara Babkirk on Fri, 2008-10-17 20:47
In these times, with news of crises, disasters and adversarial politics at every turn, it is easy to get swept up in a negative spiral of conversations and thoughts without realizing it.

Cancel Your Fear With Your Passion

Submitted by Barbara Babkirk on Thu, 2008-09-18 14:25
It's a fact. Transitions trigger fear and fear can immobilize even the most confident optimist about to embark on a new venture. The unknown, inherent in any transition, is not the culprit.

Back From Vacation? How To Re-Enter Successfully

Submitted by Barbara Babkirk on Tue, 2008-09-02 13:33
First of all, good for you for taking a vacation. Did you know that millions of hours of earned vacation time go unused each year, with many Americans opting for long weekends as a substitute for extended time off?

The Tried and True Way to Find a Job

Submitted by Barbara Babkirk on Fri, 2008-08-01 17:32
If you've been in the job market in the past few years, you're aware that some of the standard ways to find a job have shifted dramatically as online searches surpassed classified ads in popularity and use.