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​Survive and Thrive:
A Book Series to Empower and Transform

Humor, heart, and practical guidance for navigating life's toughest challenges.

What is the Survive and Thrive Series?

The Survive and Thrive series is a collection of books designed to inspire and empower individuals facing financial and personal challenges. Each book blends humor with actionable advice to help you tackle life with resilience and optimism.

Survive and Thrive: Fast Money Making Tips for When You're Broke and Unemployed

Survive and Thrive offers a no-nonsense, empowering approach to solving many's financial struggles. Written with humor, empathy, and practicality, this guide is perfect for anyone who needs to make quick money while navigating unemployment. If you're tired of feeling stuck and want solutions now, this book will get you back on your feet fast!

Survive and Thrive: Holiday Survival Tips for the broke and Unemployed

Survive and Thrive: Holiday Survival Tips for the Broke and Unemployed is your go-to guide for celebrating the season without breaking the bank. Packed with humor, creativity, and practical advice, this book helps you create festive cheer, thoughtful gifts, and joyful memories on any budget. If you’re ready to embrace the holidays with less stress and more fun, this guide is your perfect companion!

Survive and Thrive: AI-Powered Job-Hunting Hacks for When You're Ready to Level Up

Unlock Your Career Potential with the Power of AI!

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Discover how to turn cutting-edge technology into your ultimate job-hunting ally with Survive and Thrive: Unlocking AI for Your Job Search. This fun, practical guide takes the stress out of finding your next opportunity by teaching you how to:

  • Craft standout resumes and cover letters in minutes.

  • Optimize your LinkedIn profile to attract top recruiters.

  • Use AI tools to uncover hidden job opportunities.

  • Master virtual interviews with confidence and style.

Plus, enjoy exclusive bonus materials like an Essential AI Tools for Job Hunting guide and a checklist to create the perfect AI-powered job search routine.

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Whether you're starting your career or aiming to level up, this book helps you thrive and secure your future with ease and efficiency.

Ready to transform your job search? Dive in today!

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Meet Dr. Karina Gil

Dr. Karina Gil is an author, transformative career and life coach, speaker, educator, and visionary leader committed to helping individuals rise above challenges with humor, practicality, and heart. Her extensive experience and personal journey bring a unique perspective to her books, empowering readers to take control of their lives and thrive.

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"When life throws you lemons, thank the seed that grew the tree, that gave you the lemon, that woke you up to the reality you weren’t seeing. And yes, you can do all of that while sipping a strong glass of adult lemonade—be it a pisco sour, margarita, lemon-drop martini, or any lemon-based beverage of your choice. Salud!"

Dr. Karina Gil is an intuitive and transformational life and career coach, speaker, educator, author, and visionary leader dedicated to empowering individuals from all walks of life to rise above life’s challenges with resilience, humor, and practical solutions. Her work is deeply inspired by her personal journey as a professional, immigrant, and divorced Latina who has faced and overcome financial hardships, career transitions, and personal reinvention. These experiences have fueled her passion for writing books that blend empathy, humor, and actionable advice, offering hope and guidance to those navigating similar struggles.

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As the founder of KG Coaching and Consulting, LLC, Dr. Gil has created a heart-centered platform designed to support individuals seeking clarity, purpose, and soulful alignment in their personal and professional lives. Whether navigating a major life transition, feeling stuck in your career, or undergoing a spiritual awakening, Dr. Gil offers personalized coaching and consulting to help you chart a path toward healing, empowerment, and transformation. Through her signature CENTERS Methodâ„ , she helps clients uncover their inner power, align with their higher purpose, and create meaningful change.

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With over 20 years of professional experience, Dr. Gil’s career encompasses academia, social work, and leadership. She spent more than a decade as an Associate Professor and the former Director of the Worden School of Social Service at Our Lady of the Lake University, the oldest school of social work in Texas. Before her academic career, she worked as a political social worker, collaborating with diverse communities on grassroots organizing, coalition building, multi-city campaigns, and policy development. This extensive background informs her authentic teaching, coaching, and consulting approach.

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Dr. Gil shares her insights and "lessons learned" from navigating life’s most challenging moments through her writing. Her Survive and Thrive book series exemplifies her mission to provide practical, accessible solutions infused with warmth and humor. Her books offer readers a roadmap to resilience and renewal, whether addressing career transitions, financial struggles, personal growth, or spiritual awakening.

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Beyond her books, Dr. Gil's speaking engagements and online community serve as platforms for meaningful connection and empowerment. She is devoted to helping individuals rediscover their strength, embrace transformation, and create a life aligned with their true purpose. With her unique professional expertise and soulful insight, Dr. Gil offers a guiding light to those ready to step into their power and thrive.

"This is a remarkable book that goes far beyond helping people survive when they have few sources of income. It is practical, guiding readers to become creative in finding alternative sources and inspirational, with Dr. Gil’s fun and engaging style. I particularly admire how she reframes difficult situations to make them feel manageable. Ultimately, this is a book about creative thinking—and that is a great combo!"

Sara M, CA

Ready to Take Your Survive and Thrive Journey to the Next Level with a Transformative Online Course?

Discover the transformative Survive and Thrive: Unlock Financial Freedom and Career Success online course, inspired by Dr. Gil's empowering book series. This engaging program provides step-by-step strategies to overcome financial challenges, grow your career, and achieve lasting success. Whether you're just starting out or looking for a fresh perspective, this course is your ultimate roadmap to thriving. Enroll today and unlock the tools, insights, and community support you need to turn your goals into reality. Your journey starts January 24th, 2025!


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Be part of a supportive community inspired by the Survive and Thrive series. Share your journey, access exclusive content, and connect with others navigating similar challenges. The best part is that the community is free to join.

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