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Mass layoffs. Fewer vacancies. More competition.
The job market isn’t bouncing back as fast as we hoped. Admittedly, we've seen worse. Nevertheless, if the current situation is causing...
Christina - Spark Back Coaching
Feb 132 min read
Great leaders don’t just manage people; they manage their emotions. How well do you regulate yours?
Emotional regulation is the ability to manage one’s emotions effectively - modulating their intensity, duration, and expression in a way...
Christina - Spark Back Coaching
Feb 52 min read
It's not you, it's the current reality of work: Why good performance is no longer good enough.
In my 16 years in HR, I've participated and managed countless #performance cycles for multiple organizations of various sizes. But, I've...
Christina - Spark Back Coaching
Jan 302 min read
I summarized the key #work trends for 2025 so you don't have to 👌
Happy 2025! The workplace is evolving faster than ever, and keeping up with the latest trends can feel like a full-time job. But don’t...
Christina - Spark Back Coaching
Jan 22 min read
I don't know about you but, I'm so tired of all the "resolution" posts every new year's. 🙄
Every January, the internet is flooded with “HOW TO” guides for losing weight, landing a dream job, saving money, waking up at 5 a.m.—you...
Christina - Spark Back Coaching
Dec 30, 20242 min read
✨ 2024 in Reflection: Progress, Hope, and Holiday Wishes ✨
If there’s one lesson 2024 taught me—painfully, but powerfully—it’s the importance of forcing myself to look for the positives, even when...
Christina - Spark Back Coaching
Dec 24, 20242 min read
🎄 December Reflections: The Book that changed my work year 🎄
As the year winds down, it’s time for my annual tradition: a cup of tea, some festive jazz music and a reflection on what helped me grow...
Christina - Spark Back Coaching
Dec 17, 20242 min read
Joining the thriving Dutch startup scene: Is it the right career move for you?
Understanding startups, scale-ups, and SMBs Let’s first start by understanding the difference between startups, scale-ups and SMBs:...
Christina - Spark Back Coaching
Dec 11, 20243 min read
Brain Rot at Work: Why Oxford’s word of the year is all too real for professionals 🧠 🧟
"Brain rot" is Oxford’s Word of the Year for 2024. But honestly, it’s been the unofficial slogan of repetitive, soul-crushing work for...
Christina - Spark Back Coaching
Dec 5, 20242 min read
Why Sharing Your Salary Expectations First Can Be Smart—If Done Right
The conventional wisdom says: "Never share your salary expectations first." But as a career coach with extensive HR experience, I’ve...
Christina - Spark Back Coaching
Nov 26, 20243 min read
So, you want to be Chief 🏢 🫅
Becoming a C-level executive isn’t just a title change—it’s a mindset shift. As Chief [Insert Cool Job Title Here] , you’re not just...
Christina - Spark Back Coaching
Nov 20, 20242 min read
Nail Your Interview - Landmine questions to avoid & what to ask instead
Don’t Just Answer—Ask! Interviews are your chance to stand out—but it’s not just about answering questions. It’s about asking the RIGHT...
Christina - Spark Back Coaching
Nov 13, 20241 min read
Too busy to learn? This is how micro-learning is the no-excuses approach to your professional development.
Let’s be honest—‘not having enough time’ has long been the go-to excuse for putting learning on the back burner. Who has time to pick up...
Christina - Spark Back Coaching
Oct 30, 20242 min read
Is it time to say cheers to alcohol-free work events? 🍻
A recent article in the Financial Times highlights an interesting trend: fewer employees want alcohol at workplace events. With nearly 60%...
Christina - Spark Back Coaching
Oct 28, 20242 min read
Navigating your internal career path: Are you ready to make a choice?
As we approach year-end #performance reviews, many of us find ourselves in the familiar swirl of self-reflection and goal-setting. It’s...
Christina - Spark Back Coaching
Oct 24, 20242 min read
The hidden costs of RTO policies – fashion, of all things? 🤦♀️
I recently came across an article ( link ) discussing the "corporate-core" fashion trends emerging as people return to the office. And...
Christina - Spark Back Coaching
Oct 17, 20242 min read
Remember when people worked just one job? Yeah, me neither! 🤔
Side gigs are quickly becoming the new normal. Over 30% of the workforce now juggles multiple gigs, with countries like the UK, France,...
Christina - Spark Back Coaching
Oct 10, 20242 min read
Why is it so hard to find a new job lately? Why do I keep getting ghosted or rejected? What am I doing wrong?
Chances are that you're probably doing nothing wrong. The job market has stagnated over the past year or so. Just look at the statistics:...
Christina - Spark Back Coaching
Sep 26, 20242 min read
How to spot a great leader in 30 seconds
Leadership capabilities can be learned and developed but, some people are naturals. Or, to be more precise, they possess innate strengths...
Christina - Spark Back Coaching
Sep 12, 20242 min read
What would you do with your time and career if money wasn’t an issue?
Imagine waking up tomorrow and knowing that all your basic needs are covered. What would you do with your time and career?
Christina - Spark Back Coaching
Sep 6, 20242 min read
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