Coach with Gladys
In Between Acts is a weekly letter for actors, creatives, and midlife professionals navigating career pivots, identity shifts, and the "what's next?" questions nobody prepares you for. Each week I share honest reflections, practical strategies, and the kind of straight talk that makes transitions feel less lonely -- from someone who's been in the middle too. No fluff, no toxic positivity, just a warm and thoughtful nudge in the right direction. Subscribe and get a free Resume & Cover Letter Dos & Don'ts Guide -- on me.
A small brave step toward visibility (before the year ends)
In Between Acts · Issue #9 · December 2025Clarity begins in the pause between endings and beginnings Hi friend, I’ve been thinking about visibility and I want to name something that doesn’t get said enough: Even as an actor. Even as a coach. Even as someone who’s been “in front of people” for 30+ years… I still get that tight-chested moment before I post on LinkedIn, share an offer, or say out loud: “Hey, I’m available.” So if being visible online feels weirdly hard, you’re not broken. You’re...
When life gets loud, clarity matters even more
In Between ActsClarity begins in the pause between endings and beginnings Hi friend, Thank you again for the grace, kindness, and patience you showed me this past week. Between my own health appointments, my husband’s procedure, and teaching a full class, I’ve been moving through one of those seasons where life demands presence more than productivity. And honestly? Moments like these remind me how much clarity really matters. Not the big flashy kind, but the quiet, grounding kind that helps...
You didn’t get rejected - the job was never open
In Between ActsClarity begins in the pause between endings and beginnings Hi, Reader! This week, I want to share something that happened to me personally because it’s a perfect example of why networking matters, and why so many job- and gig-seekers end up discouraged for reasons that have nothing to do with their talent. I applied for a job recently that I was excited about, and I even had a second application lined up for another role at the same organization, when... Someone in my network...
LAST CALL! Ready to take the awkward out of networking?
🗓️ thursday, November 13th | 1:30 - 3:00 PM ET (on Zoom) 🎯 The 30-Minute Networking Jumpstart for Jobseekers Hi Reader, LAST CALL! There are still spots open for my free live workshop (recorded for those who can't make it): 🎯 The 30-Minute Networking Jumpstart for Jobseekers🗓️ Thursday, November 13th | 1:30 PM ET (on Zoom) This 90-minute interactive session will help you stop overthinking networking and start connecting - authentically, comfortably, and effectively. You’ll learn how to:✨...
What 6,500 theatre tickets taught me about connection
In Between Acts · Issue #4 · October 2025Clarity begins in the pause between endings and beginnings Hi friend, This past May, I found myself in a familiar scene - only this time, I couldn’t ignore it. It was close to 2 a.m. My apartment was dark except for the glow of my laptop screen. I was cross-checking spreadsheets and double-confirming manifests for a massive community engagement project that had taken over my life: getting 6,500 people into one theatre for two shows over nine weeks. It...
The fastest way to open new doors in your job search
In Between Acts · Issue #5 · November 2025 Clarity begins in the pause between endings and beginnings ✉️ From Gladys Hi Reader, Let me be direct: If you’re not networking intentionally right now, you’re probably missing out on opportunities that never make it to job boards. Here’s why networking still matters and why it’s easier than you think: It gets you seen. Most roles are filled through referrals, not cold applications. It helps you learn. Conversations reveal what’s really happening...
Connection Starts at Home ☕
In Between Acts · Issue #4 · October 2025 Clarity begins in the pause between endings and beginnings Welcome back to In Between Acts, a pause for reflection, creativity, and clarity in the space between where you’ve been and where you’re headed. Hey friend, Let’s bust a myth together: networking doesn’t only happen “out there.” It’s not reserved for mixers, conferences, or big professional moments. Real connection often starts right where you are - at your kitchen table, in your inbox, or...