Welcome to
Brand You Day
The Blog
It’s here you will find inspiration and practical advice on life and career changes, as well as some of my own personal life journeys & adventures.
Change-makers, read on!
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If youโre struggling with finding joy when life is hard, youโre not alone. You donโt have to sort your life out before youโre allowed to feel okay...
What Should I Be Expecting From The Job Market Right Now?
How the Job Market Right Now Is Actually Behaving If youโre wondering what the job market right now is really doing, youโre not alone. Now that we...
How to Stop Feeling Overwhelmed When Everything Feels Like Too Much
Feeling mentally overwhelmed and stuck in your head? Two simple questions can help you calm your mind, reduce pressure, and take a next step without forcing motivation.
ย A few years ago, hyperlinks in resumes were frowned upon. Back then early applicant tracking systems struggled to read anything beyond basic...
Wild Sea Swimming
A little while ago I took a trip to my homeland of Scotland and met up with my cousin, one of the leaders for the Ayr Wild Sea Women....
Change. Exciting, stressful, wonderful…
I've got a vision in my head and Iโve allowed myself to dream about the list of wants vs needs, as well as a few extras on my Wishlist, but making...
Welcome to the blog.
Iโve always loved writing. I studied English Literature, and Iโve long believed that words matter, not just how they sound, but in the wonderful way they shape meaning. Used well, they can clarify, connect, and sometimes completely change how something is understood. Itโs probably why I care so deeply about helping people tell their story through their resume and LinkedIn profile.
After more than two decades in recruitment, HR, and career transition, and living and working across four countries, Iโve seen how often capable, experienced professionals struggle not because they lack ability, but because their story isnโt being told clearly or confidently.
In this blog, I share ideas on career change, confidence, identity, visibility… and the occasional personal story for reflection or a touch of humour.
If youโre navigating a shift in your career, youโre in the right place.
