Lately, I’ve been working with a new coach. I’ve known Anne for years, and she’s going through the same coaching certification that I did years ago. I’m pretty sure I’m one of her first-paying clients. As of this writing, one topic she’s been helping me with is how to...
Confident Leadership: The Most Essential Trait
I could write a whole blog article series on the top traits for leaders, but in truth, it all comes down to leadership confidence. Many experts have philosophies regarding the personal characteristics you need to do your job effectively, but many overlook the same...
Make Better Decisions: Get Up Close and Personal With Your Core Values
It’s time to change the sandbox. Those were the words my first Coach, Chrissy, said after we analyzed the results of my first-ever core values assessment. At that exact moment, it became crystal clear to me that the life I was living, at home and the office, was in...
The Job Seeker’s Mental Game: How To Use Positive Intelligence For The Win!
If you’re in the middle of a job search, chances are you’ve been receiving a few of these “Thanks…but, no thanks” letters: Dear Mr. Kanthal, Upon reviewing your application for the aforementioned position, we regret to inform you that, at this time, there were other...
Think Differently About Your Career
This blog post was originally published on Go Solo - Subkit, Nov 2022 Interview with Darren Kathal by Go Solo Interested in starting your own entrepreneurial journey in personal development but unsure what to expect? This is an interview with Darren Kanthal, Founder...
Can’t Seem to Get Ahead? Try Practicing Some Mindfulness
No, nope, never. That’s what Zaya told me when I brought up the topic of mindfulness in our career coaching session. I had been working with Zaya to help her succeed in a new leadership role which was a huge leap of responsibility for her. Zaya told me she had an...
6 Uncommon Interviewing Skills That Will Get You Hired
The #1 concern I hear from my clients about their job search is the interview. Most people are worried about how it will go, and rightly so. After having conducted thousands of interviews, I know from first-hand experience that there are all sorts of candidates out...
3 Crucial Considerations When Choosing A Career Coach: A Coach’s Perspective
When looking for a career coach, it’s usually to seek help, guidance, and advice with specific challenges related to a career search. Some of the most common reasons I hear about in my coaching practice when clients come to me for help are: How do I navigate the job...
Leaning In To Becoming A Beginner
Mental fitness is essential for navigating professional settings and advancing your career.
How Mental Fitness is Important for Your Career
Mental fitness is essential for navigating professional settings and advancing your career.

Darren Kanthal
Darren Kanthal, Founder of The Kanthal Group, is a values-driven leadership and career coach with over 20 years of experience in HR and Talent Acquisition. Darren is intensely passionate about helping mid-career leaders cut through the BS, do the foundational work, and achieve their greatness.