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Nitza Rivera Coaching & Consulting

Begin a journey of professional growth and transformation with Nitza Rivera, an expert coach and consultant specializing in helping executives master career transitions, attain their dream roles, and find lasting professional success. With over 20 years of corporate experience, she partners with leaders to navigate change with clarity and confidence, aligning their careers with their values and long-term aspirations. Nitza’s strategic approach empowers professionals to take intentional steps toward meaningful and fulfilling work.

How Politically Savvy Are You—Really?
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New Broadcast - How Politically Savvy Are You—Really?

Coaching by Nitza Empowering Careers, Elevating Performance Hey Friends, We often think of “politics” at work as something to avoid.But here’s a reframe: what if paying attention to power dynamics is actually a leadership skill? Whether you're in a job, in between roles, or starting something new—understanding how decisions get made behind the scenes can be the difference between thriving and stalling. And the truth is:Political dynamics are always at play. What changes is whether we’re...

Coaching by Nitza Empowering Careers, Elevating Performance Hey Friends, There was a time not long ago when switching jobs felt like a guaranteed win. A bump in salary.A fresh start.A sense that you were doing something to move forward. And for a while, that was true. Especially during the Great Resignation, I watched professionals land offers with 15–20% increases, sometimes more. But something’s changed. Over the past few months, I’ve had conversations with clients who made the leap—only to...

When Your Job No Longer Feels Like Home

Coaching by Nitza Empowering Careers, Elevating Performance Hey Friends, What I Learned When My Career Broke My Heart There’s a specific kind of pain that happens when the career you’ve poured so much into… stops giving back. When your work—once a source of pride, purpose, even joy—starts to feel like a burden, or worse, a betrayal. I know that pain.Years ago, I hit a point in my corporate career where the pressure, expectations, and constant striving no longer energized me—they exhausted...

Introducing Career by Design

Coaching by Nitza Empowering Careers, Elevating Performance Hey Friends, I’m thrilled to share something that has been in the making for a long time—my new book, Career by Design! For years, I’ve worked with professionals navigating career transitions, seeking fulfillment, and striving to align their work with their values. The process is rarely linear, often challenging, and deeply personal. That’s exactly why I wrote Career by Design—to provide a structured yet flexible approach that...

From Stuck to Strategic: How to Build Momentum in a Slow Job Market

Coaching by Nitza Empowering Careers, Elevating Performance Hey Friends, Job searching can feel like an emotional rollercoaster—especially when the job market slows down and hiring managers take longer to make decisions. If you're employed and looking, the frustration of waiting for the right opportunity while still showing up at work every day is real. And if you're between jobs, the uncertainty of what comes next can make the process feel even more draining. But what if this period—this...

The Hidden Advantage in Career Reinvention

Coaching by Nitza Empowering Careers, Elevating Performance Hey Friends, Losing a job or realizing your industry is shrinking can feel like a door slamming shut. But what if that’s not the whole story? Most career advice focuses on how to find what’s next—identifying transferable skills, networking, and adapting to job market shifts. (And yes, that’s important.) But there’s a hidden advantage in career reinvention that doesn’t get talked about enough: The chance to redefine success on your...

“Are you giving as much as you’re receiving in your career? A simple act of generosity today could lead to unexpected opportunities tomorrow.”

Coaching by Nitza Empowering Careers, Elevating Performance Hey Friends, In uncertain times like these, stress is high, job security feels fragile, and opportunities can seem scarce. But here’s the truth: The more we give, the more we gain—especially when it comes to our careers. “ “The more you give, the more you gain—especially in your career. Generosity isn’t a distraction from success; it’s a multiplier.” Having a strong network of peers, mentors, and sponsors isn’t just a nice-to-have....

Connecting the Dots: Your Goals, Your Growth & Your Career Breakthrough

Coaching by Nitza Empowering Careers, Elevating Performance Hey Friends, Over the past few weeks, we’ve talked about setting big goals and making small, consistent steps toward achieving them. Now, let’s take it one step further—how do we turn that momentum into real career opportunities? Here’s the thing: while you’ve been focusing on growth, companies have been struggling to find the talent they need. The skills gap isn’t just a hiring problem—it’s an opportunity for professionals like you...

"Great things are not done by impulse, but by a series of small things brought together." — Vincent Van Gogh

Coaching by Nitza Empowering Careers, Elevating Performance Hey Friends, How often do you set a goal and genuinely feel excited about it—only to find that weeks (or months) later, you’ve barely made progress? Not because you don’t care, but because life keeps getting in the way. I see this all the time with my clients. They know what they want, they’re motivated, and yet—between work, personal obligations, and everything in between—their goals end up on hold. Sound familiar? Here’s the thing:...

"Your goals should excite you, challenge you, and reflect the life you’re building—not just the job you’re doing."

Coaching by Nitza Empowering Careers, Elevating Performance Hey Friends, As we step into 2025, many of us are feeling that familiar spark to refresh our goals and set intentions for the year ahead. But before you dive into drafting that list of resolutions, I want to share a new way to approach goal-setting—one that aligns with your values, leverages your strengths, and prepares you for the unexpected. Too often, we create goals reactively, letting corporate objectives or outside pressures...