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Why You Need a "Why I'm Awesome" Folder at Work
Feeling unseen at work? Discover a simple career wellbeing habit that boosts confidence, motivation and purpose when recognition is hard to find.

Merly Hartnett
2 days ago4 min read


Why I Don’t Offer Resume Writing as a Standalone Service
People often ask if I write resumes and while I can, it’s not the heart of what I do. At Nurture Ambition, I focus on helping people build the confidence, clarity, and career management skills to navigate their careers long-term. A resume is not a one-time document, it evolves throughout your working life. Rather than simply writing resumes for people, I believe in empowering them with the skills, insight, and support to confidently manage their careers sustainably.

Merly Hartnett
May 213 min read


Feeling Stuck in Your Career? This Might Be Why
Before you try to figure out your next career move, it’s worth understanding this: your capacity for clarity, energy, and decision-making is shaped by your nervous system.

Merly Hartnett
Apr 293 min read


AI Can Write Your Resume… But It Can’t Get You the Job
AI can write your resume but it can’t get you the job. In today’s world of endless information, success isn’t about access, but how you use it. Many job applications now feel overly polished and generic, missing the human voice that truly connects. While AI can support and refine your content, it should never replace your critical thinking. Because at the end of the day, hiring decisions are made by humans, not algorithms.

Merly Hartnett
Mar 313 min read


Returning to Work After Burnout Isn’t Just About Readiness, It’s About Safety
Returning to work after burnout isn’t just about readiness, it’s about feeling safe. Therapy helps process the experience, but coaching bridges recovery and work, supporting capacity, boundaries, and sustainable performance. I’ve seen this with teachers like Rebecca, who rediscovered confidence and purpose by approaching work differently. Organisations can benefit from coaching that supports people and their teams.

Merly Hartnett
Mar 203 min read


Life After Redundancy: How to Regain Confidence and Rebuild Your Career
Redundancy can feel overwhelming, leaving you with uncertainty about your future and even doubts about your abilities. But it doesn’t have to end there. With the right support and strategy, redundancy can become the turning point that leads you to a more fulfilling and sustainable career.

Merly Hartnett
Aug 23, 20253 min read


Career Grief Is Real: How to Recover After Burnout and Job Loss
Grief after job loss or burnout is real and it’s often overlooked. As a burnout and resilience coach, I support women navigating career grief after toxic workplaces, layoffs, or breakdowns. Before rushing into “what’s next,” I help them process what’s happened, rebuild their confidence, and create aligned careers that feel safe, fulfilling, and sustainable. Because healing is the first step toward clarity.

Merly Hartnett
Aug 1, 20253 min read
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