I saw a blurb for a story on a ticker today that said something about better job news for the President but unemployment is sill rising. So, good for the President but not the unemployed? So is it a glass half full, half empty or just room for more juice type situation? So often […]
Half Full, Half Empty or Room For More Juice? Read More »
Sometimes I wonder, and not in a mean or snarky way but in a “is it just me” way, if some people do not read their resumes before they send them out. I’m going beyond the spelling and grammatical errors here. Don’t count on auto-check. If I typed “I worked four Company…” guess what –
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I had couple interesting conversations yesterday about perception. This is something I have written about, spoken to and coach on several times – especially regarding women in the workforce. It is also something I have been keenly aware of for almost two decades. The site TheGrindstone.com touches on this topic among others, here is
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Ever wake up and realize you have a set list of to-dos or even just one item that must be taken care of today but the overwhelming feeling you have is, “I don’t wanna.” You might actually say this while you stomp your foot and pout. Go ahead if it makes you feel better. But
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I had an amazing conversation yesterday with a woman who, after years distinguishing herself in a certain field, is taking the plunge and starting her own business; one led by her heart not by income. It was great to hear her excitement and passion, which completely encompassed her venture – except for when it
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I have a client having a bit of a struggle this morning. He met a few people at a recent networking event who offered to forward his resume to prospective opportunities. They were well connected and stated that they often hear about opportunities that are not released to “the general public”. Sounds great –
If They Offer To Help – Suck It Up and Let Them Read More »
The screw up – it is what makes us human, what helps us learn and grow, it can be something we can look back at and laugh at one day or, untreated, it can cause major damage to professional and personal relationships. I found a great quote the other day: “An error does not
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Ruts – we all get stuck in them. Whether it be personal habits, jobs, career paths or ways of thinking – we can all easily get stuck in a rut. Very often when working with clients an overwhelming theme is, “This is what I have always done.” At some point I ask them,
Just Because You Have Always Done It Doesn’t Mean It Works For You Read More »
I am a big proponent of thinking before you speak. I don’t do it nearly enough in my personal life – which may explain a lot, like saying things like, “Oh sure, I’ll watch your dog until you find it a home.” – but that is another story. Back to point: thinking about what
Want To Know Your Truest Message – Stop Thinking When You Talk Read More »
As a girl growing up my mom was constantly telling me to “be sweet” – I think she had high hopes for the girlie girl kind of daughter. My father, on the other hand, knew better. He taught me how to hold my fist if I had to punch someone and the best places
