Forget About Plan B
A career transition can be frustrating. After more than 15 years of working with career clients, I have yet to meet someone who has told me they enjoy a job …
YOU SHARE 60% OF YOUR GENES WITH A BANANA
And about 90% with a mouse. So when you consider how much genetic material we share in common with our fellow humans, it’s a wonder that we can even tell …
10 Ways to Help Your Contacts
Networking is all about building relationships. One of the best ways to do that is to find ways to help your contacts to achieve their goals. Here are 10 easy …
BEGIN ANYWHERE
Have you ever hesitated to start a project or pursue a goal because you just didn’t know where to begin? If so, you’re not alone. When facing a large or …
Don’t Forget this KEY Question on your Next Interview
Most candidates know that asking insightful questions in an interview is a great opportunity to learn more about the role, convey an interest in the job, and demonstrate savvy about …
IMPOSTOR SYDROME
If you’re a go-getter who thrives on challenges, no doubt there will be times in your career where you’ll feel like a fraud.Even if just for fleeting moments, as you …
Micro-networking
With everything going “micro” these days – loans, brews, and even apartments – why not networking? What is micro-networking? It’s a way to cultivate your network through ”mini-yet-meaningful” interactions. Research …
FREE YOURSELF FROM GRUDGES
One of the most powerful lines I’ve heard about the case for forgiveness is, “Holding onto a grudge is like drinking poison and expecting your enemy to die.” Humans are …
Is Your Resume Getting You Weeded Out?
When job seekers apply online, they assume the purpose of their resume is to generate interest from a potential employer. While this is true, the first pass of your resume …
EVERYTHING IS TEMPORARY
Orson Welles said, “If you want a happy ending, that depends, of course, on where you end your story.” Life is full of ups and downs, and it’s easy to …