https://www.juliestarrcoaching.com/blog daily 0.75 2026-04-20 https://www.juliestarrcoaching.com/blog/who-i-am-is-not-what-i-do monthly 0.5 2026-04-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/674756d72e3d592ae6a995f2/33308ff3-c18f-4290-abc5-c85e558d6e8e/julie-starr-career-coach-westfield-nj.jpg Blog - Who I Am Is Not What I Do - The Moment I Refused to Choose Between Life and Work I had been passionate about theater since I was a kid. I was lucky enough to have the support to study it in undergrad, and I focused on stage management. All throughout school and summer internships, I had amazing opportunities. Plus, a fantastic gig lined up after graduation. Then, two years into my career, a family member passed away. I was working and wasn’t able to attend the funeral. As they say, “the show must go on.” That was my first nudge toward a career pivot. Then there was another moment. It was a Jewish holiday, and there was a show. I would normally observe the holiday, and a mentor said to me: “Do you want to be Jewish, or do you want to be a stage manager?” Needless to say after that encounter, I was out. I refused to choose between life and work. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/674756d72e3d592ae6a995f2/d1de3df8-01f7-4b61-8a14-3701392d6a88/JS_STORM-138.jpg Blog - Who I Am Is Not What I Do - What Having a Career Coach Actually Looked Like The coached version of me had support. I was drained, burned out, and my mental and physical health were suffering. But having a coach helped me both to process what was happening at work and find enough energy to focus on what came next. Here's what that actually looked like in practice: I could process what was happening within an extremely difficult work environment and in doing so found enough energy to plan my exit. When I wavered or second-guessed myself, my coach helped me get clear on what I actually wanted…not what I thought I should want. Crucially, she helped me build a plan. So when I did have time outside of our sessions, I knew exactly where to focus. I wasn't starting from scratch every time I sat down to build my business. Most importantly: I wasn’t doing it alone. When I finally left that toxic job, all the puzzle pieces were already in place. I now had the time, space, and support to fit them together. Having a coach made all the difference. (Thanks, Sarah!) https://www.juliestarrcoaching.com/blog/you-are-not-your-job monthly 0.5 2026-04-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/674756d72e3d592ae6a995f2/1755638633537-RLC7EFESHXQUWBA589CY/contact-julie-starr-coaching.jpg Blog - You Are Not Your Job: How to Reclaim Your Identity Beyond Your Career - When Your Career Becomes Your Identity For years, my identity was completely tied to my work. I had studied it, built a community around it, excelled in it, and told myself: “This is who I am.” The problem? When you outgrow a job or career, it can feel like you’re outgrowing yourself. That’s when the questions (and worry) creep in: Who am I without this job? What’s my next step? I know I have transferable skills but will employers outside my industry “get it?” If you’ve ever felt this way, you’re not alone. Many professionals experience a career identity crisis at some point. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/674756d72e3d592ae6a995f2/75675050-6385-4047-a737-6470ed36ae03/julie-starr-career-coach-westfield-nj.jpg Blog - You Are Not Your Job: How to Reclaim Your Identity Beyond Your Career - If you know it’s time for something new… It doesn’t mean something is wrong. It means you’ve grown. You have permission to pivot. This time, with your values in the driver’s seat. A career change is rarely just about a résumé update. It’s about: Understanding what truly matters to you now. Exploring what’s getting in your way. Brainstorming possibilities without judgment. Building confidence in your transferable skills and story. Creating a plan that feels exciting, not overwhelming. As a coach, I help clients navigate these transitions with clarity and confidence. Ready to Define What’s Next? Maybe you’re scared or overwhelmed or too burnt-out to think about or understand what change could look like, but I want you to know that other options are not just possible, they’re within your reach. If there’s a little voice inside of you telling you that it’s time for something new, something more aligned with who you are now, get in touch. Because you are (and always will be) so much more than your job. https://www.juliestarrcoaching.com/blog/coaching-differences monthly 0.5 2026-04-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/674756d72e3d592ae6a995f2/b3f717f6-6c47-4a2f-a2d7-199a3816b04f/JS_STORM-59.jpg Blog - Coaching vs. Therapy, Mentoring & Venting to Your BFF: What’s the Difference? - Coaching vs. Therapy: Key Differences Therapy helps people navigate clinical mental health challenges. It often (though not always) focuses on healing, diagnosis, and support for folks whose daily life or functioning is impacted. Therapists are licensed professionals who can diagnose, treat, and guide recovery from mental health concerns. Coaching is not therapy. Coaches do not diagnose or treat mental illness. While we may look to the past for insights, our focus is on helping you optimize and move forward. We work on creating strategies, building confidence, and achieving future goals. Part of a coach’s professional and ethical responsibility is knowing when to refer a client to a mental health professional. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/674756d72e3d592ae6a995f2/1755701144688-3DP49VYNMA7C261OLABJ/unsplash-image-7okkFhxrxNw.jpg Blog - Coaching vs. Therapy, Mentoring & Venting to Your BFF: What’s the Difference? - Coaching vs. Mentoring Mentors are usually seasoned professionals who share advice based on their own experience. They might be an expert in your industry or have a career path you admire. Mentoring often sounds like: “Here’s what worked for me, and here’s how you can do it too.” Coaching is different. It’s not about the coach’s path; it’s about your unique path. Mentoring can feel hierarchical; coaching is collaborative and client-led. Coaches are experts in the process of coaching, you are the expert in your own life. Instead of telling you what to do or giving advice, a coach partners with you to clarify your goals, uncover obstacles, and take meaningful action steps. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/674756d72e3d592ae6a995f2/1755700726113-ZWGEPWH1E9N8ARGQY6C4/unsplash-image-sOdldNCQEtU.jpg Blog - Coaching vs. Therapy, Mentoring & Venting to Your BFF: What’s the Difference? - Coaching vs. Family & Friends Sometimes we just need to vent and loved ones are great at offering comfort. But they’re not trained to listen and help you move forward in an unbiased way. Have you ever hung up after talking to a friend or parent and felt more confused or frustrated? Often, they tell us what they think we “should” do based on their own values, experiences, and fears. Coaches are objective. We ask powerful, clarifying questions. We help you move from stuck to unstuck. We guide you in setting meaningful and achievable goals https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/674756d72e3d592ae6a995f2/1755638633537-RLC7EFESHXQUWBA589CY/contact-julie-starr-coaching.jpg Blog - Coaching vs. Therapy, Mentoring & Venting to Your BFF: What’s the Difference? - Ready to Explore Coaching? If you’re curious about whether coaching is right for you, let’s talk. Contact me to schedule a complimentary Discovery Call. You don’t have to have it all figured out before we start! https://www.juliestarrcoaching.com/blog/what-is-coaching monthly 0.5 2026-04-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/674756d72e3d592ae6a995f2/f68392d3-e593-4787-bce5-d0da033d7c43/contact-julie-starr-coaching.jpg Blog - What Is Coaching? (And How to Know If It’s Right for You) - What Is Coaching? Ask 10 coaches and you’ll get 10 slightly different answers. The International Coaching Federation (ICF) defines it as “a thought-provoking and creative process to maximize personal and professional potential. Here’s my take: Coaching is a true partnership. It’s your dedicated “me time” in a busy world — a space to slow down, get unstuck, organize your thoughts, and create a plan you feel excited to follow through on. As your coach, I’m not here to give you advice or tell you what to do. You are the expert in your own life and career. My role? To ask the right questions, offer fresh perspectives, and help you move forward with clarity and confidence. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/674756d72e3d592ae6a995f2/75675050-6385-4047-a737-6470ed36ae03/julie-starr-career-coach-westfield-nj.jpg Blog - What Is Coaching? (And How to Know If It’s Right for You) - The Benefits of Coaching With the right coach, you gain more than clarity, you gain momentum. Coaching helps you: Define what you truly want Uncover what’s getting in your way Take meaningful, confident action forward Many clients tell me they feel more like themselves again: clear, grounded, and energized. They see possibilities they couldn’t before and feel empowered to go after them. Ready to Explore Coaching? If you’re curious about whether coaching is right for you, let’s talk. Contact me to schedule a complimentary Discovery Call. You don’t have to have it all figured out before we start. 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