Heather Mundell

I'm a life and career coach who helps professionals make important career decisions.

With two kids, a husband, a puppy, extended family in town, and a home office, my life is quite full and very rich.

ME AT WORK:

During my career in human resources management I learned that I really enjoy all the people stuff, even the really annoying people stuff, and I really don't enjoy creating programs.

Truly excellent HR professionals have sharp business acumen and are passionate about meeting corporate objectives. I was interested in being truly excellent, but HR did not have my passionate attention.

I left HR when my first daughter was born. I was a full-time parent at home for several years, and then when my younger daughter turned one, I decided I was ready to discover something new.

MY DREAM BUSINESS:

I became certified as a professional coach and then started my own business, Dream Big Coaching Services, in the summer of 2003.

Now I'm a lucky person who gets to do what she loves and what she's really good at. I also get to be the kind of parent I want to be, to boot.

In my business I dedicate myself to supporting professionals who want to make important career decisions that will lead to more fulfillment and career happiness. Many times clients come to me with a burning question they are wanting to answer such as:

"Should I stay at this job or look for something else?"

"What's next for me?"

"How do I make the transition to a become a ____?"

"How can I have a great career and still have time for my family?"

I help them to define what they want and make a plan that they actually follow to achieve their dreams.

The work is exciting, gratifying, and always different. I have worked with many amazing people who are fulfilling lifelong dreams in very creative ways.

WHY THIS BLOG?

I created this blog because I have a lot to say about career happiness, career transition, career trends, becoming an entrepreneur and job hunting that I think interests professionals who are considering pursuing their career dreams and making a change.

As of now (July 2007) I've been blogging for close to two years. It's been a wonderful experience getting to be a part of the blogosphere! I've met fascinating people and always know there is something really interesting to read on the blogs I follow. Knowing that there are many more incredible blogs that I've yet to discover is exciting as well.

PERSONAL STUFF:

I lived in Omaha, NE from 2nd grade through high school.

I graduated from Smith College (Northampton, MA) with a BA in English Literature in 1989.

I moved to Seattle in 1989 and married in 1993. My husband and I have been together for almost 20 years, which makes me feel very old! We have two daughters.