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I’m Craig Isakow, a former federal employee who transitioned into entrepreneurship. My wife, a career public servant, recently left the federal government, and I was there to support her every step of the way. Through that experience, I saw firsthand how overwhelming career transitions can be—navigating benefits, understanding finances, and figuring out what’s next.
GotForked.org May 20 Tools to Take Control of Your Finances — Starting Now ↓ If your income has changed recently, or you're just trying to make every dollar count, you’re not alone. The right budgeting tool can help you figure out exactly where your money’s going, what’s essential, and how long your cash will last — without adding more stress to your life. Here are a few apps and resources we’ve vetted that can help you get clarity and take action today: ✅ Start Simple with Rocket Money (Free...
GotForked.org May 2 Maybe It's Not Good or Bad — Yet ↓ Hey there, Today I had a chance to meet a lot of folks affected by the layoffs as an exhibitor at the National Climate Job Fair in DC. It got me thinking ... a lot. Like many of you, I've been watching these federal layoffs ripple through our DC community with a heavy heart. Some of you have already gotten that dreaded email. Others are checking your inbox with bated breath, wondering if you're next. I see you, and I get it — the...
GotForked.org April 17 Why Bragging Might Be the Most Important Skill You Never Learned ↓ When we were kids, we were told not to brag. Don’t show off. Be humble. (Thanks Kendrick for the reminder) That message stuck — and for a lot of federal employees, it became a way of life. But in today’s job market? That mindset can hold you back. Because the people who get noticed know how to talk about what they bring to the table. When Humility Backfires Here’s the thing: many private-sector employers...
GotForked.org April 9, 2025 Worried About Money? Here’s How to Find Immediate Clarity ↓ When my wife left her government role, I won’t sugarcoat it—we felt an immediate, anxious pit in our stomachs. Suddenly, our financial security seemed uncertain, we were worried. Facing the Stress of Budgeting We reluctantly started reviewing our finances. The process was overwhelming and stressful: Which expenses could we realistically cut? How long could our savings sustain us? How much additional income...
GotForked.org March 27,2025 Powerful Career Coaching at Any Budget: How Federal Employees Are Navigating Transitions Without Breaking the Bank ↓ In today's newsletter, I'll show you how to leverage professional career coaching during your federal career transition without straining your finances—especially important if you've been affected by recent Trump administration cuts. Career transitions can feel overwhelming when you've dedicated years to public service. Here's the truth: career...
The Growth Mindset Playbook for Life’s Transitions Hey there, If you’re going through a transition—whether it’s a layoff, career change, or personal shift—you might be feeling stuck right now. I know exactly what that feels like. I’ve been through my fair share of transitions. I’ve worked on presidential campaigns, built and sold businesses, raised millions in funding, and even stood in front of Mark Cuban on Shark Tank. I’ve also had to start over more times than I can count—whether it was...
The End, the Messy Middle, and the New Beginning—How to Get It Right Life has a way of throwing us into transitions whether we’re ready or not. Jobs end, businesses close, relationships shift, and entire chapters of our lives wrap up—sometimes with closure, sometimes with a lingering “what now?” If you’ve ever found yourself in that uncertain space between what was and what’s next, you’re not alone. The End: When the Ground Shifts Beneath You Endings can be brutal. Whether it’s a business...