How to make the shift from job to career Are you done with jumping from job to job? At some point in the first decade of your working life, you will probably tire of jumping around and start to think about the bigger picture. If this sounds like you, listen in to this month’s episode…
Is it time for a career change? If you’ve ever that “I can’t imagine doing this for the rest of my life” feeling about your job, then consider this episode as your motivation to take the leap and start searching for a more fulfilling career. Listen in for these six tips on making the transition…
Five tips for becoming indispensable Have you FINALLY landed your dream job? The search may be over, but your work is just beginning – now it’s time to make yourself indispensable! Listen in as we explore these five ways to make your dream job last: Never stop learning Actively engage in the professional community Ask…
Stop making these mistakes! Avoid these silly mistakes and you’ll improve your chances of getting an offer: Misspelled words and bad grammar Answering your phone from public spaces Lack of preparation Giving references of people who don’t think you walk on water Asking for too much money Being late to an interview Thinking that you…
Get happy at work Do you want to be happier at work? Take charge of your career direction! This exercise will help pinpoint your personal values and define your professional path. Track your daily activity Grade your tasks Keep it up for 4 consecutive weeks Compile your data Analyze it By working through these steps,…
When you are early in your career its normal to take the first offer you receive, and for a few years, you probably jump every year or so with the objective of gaining skills, experience and earning more money. But at some point in the first decade of your working life you will probably tire…
Thoughts on keeping your employees engaged and happy in this market Happy New Year! We’ve roared into 2018 with a lot of momentum – that’s great news! I am hearing that the tight labor market is absolutely having an impact on companies of all sizes and in all sectors. Some of you may not have…
Tips for becoming indispensable Well, you’ve done it! You have FINALLY landed in your dream job. You know the one – you can’t wait to get to work in the morning and Sunday evening means you begin to look FORWARD to Monday morning. Congratulations! Now, the search is over, but the work is just beginning.…
Reflection and planning for the new year Thankfully, the election is behind us so now we can all get back to our lives. The end of the year – in between your holiday preparations, festivities, travel and celebrations – is a great time to do some reflecting and planning for you and your career. Something…
Focus on strengths, not on weaknesses I had the opportunity to attend Gallup Accelerated Strengths training this summer. It’s something I’ve had on my wish list for a few years now and it finally bubbled to the top. The experience far exceeded my expectations, and I’ve found myself very tuned into daily conversations in a…