Rise and Thrive!☀️Interviewing Done Right!


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Rise & Thrive!

When I founded New Career Directions, I had three goals: to help my clients make more money, choose the right job, and build successful careers. These goals come together perfectly when you're vying for a new job or promotion.

Take my client Mark, for example. As a successful corporate director, Mark was ready for his next big move. He had no trouble landing interviews with his strong resume but couldn’t secure an offer. Out of 14 interviews, he reached the final round seven times but was turned down each time. Frustrated and discouraged, his interviewing skills started to falter. During one interview, he almost blurted out to a hiring manager, “Well, do you want me or not?” Yikes!

Mark came to me for help, and after just two hours refining his Interview Elevator Pitch Presentation, his next interview landed him a fantastic offer.

A strong resume will open many doors, but acing the interview is what gets you the offer. That’s why I’m a big believer in the power of an Interview Elevator Pitch. Done right, it helps you:

1. Articulate your key accomplishments with confidence

2. Stay focused and self-assured

3. Turn the interview into a higher-level, strategic conversation

If you’re interviewing—or thinking about it—download below a copy of my Interview Elevator Pitch Guide. It’s your first step toward interview success!

On Thursday, March 27th at 12:00 Noon EST, I'll be hosting our monthly free webinar. This month's topic is How to Survive and Thrive in a Toxic Workplace. During this session, I'll share in-depth strategies, covering topics such as protecting yourself from retaliation, setting boundaries, and affirming your worth. Please sign up with the link below. I’d love for you to join us!

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Thank you for joining me on this exciting journey. As always, if you would like to speak with me about your career or learn about my programs feel free to schedule a time on my calendar below. I look forward to connecting with you further!

Cheers!
Lisa Chubinsky, CPCC, CTS, CPC
Founder and CEO
New Career Directions
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Award-Winning Certified Career Coach, Executive Resume Writer, Career Strategist, Job Search and Promotion Strategist, Interview Preparation Coach, Former Executive Recruiter and Keynote Speaker

Rise and Thrive

Hi, I’m Lisa Chubinsky — Certified Career Coach, Executive Coach, and Executive Resume Writer for Mid-to Senior-level executives. After decades as a Recruiter in Life Sciences and Manufacturing, I realized what I loved most was helping people reach their true potential. Some of my clients even said, “Lisa, you’re a great coach!” So I followed that path and never looked back. Every other Thursday, I send Rise and Thrive — a short, actionable newsletter to help you: ✔️Navigate your career with clarity and confidence ✔️Sharpen leadership and communication skills ✔️Build executive presence and personal brand ✔️Overcome challenges, drive results, and lead with purpose ✔️Balance success with well-being My signature program, Executive Career Accelerator™ has helped 1,000+ leaders across industries like finance, tech, law, healthcare, and manufacturing grow faster and feel more fulfilled in their work. Join 2,000+ professionals who get practical coaching insights delivered directly to their inbox every other Thursday and take one smart step toward your next big career breakthrough.

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