As a Career Coach, I’ve seen people at all stages of a job search. Some have just started, others have been at it for over a year. And no matter what the circumstance or stage, I’ve seen defeatist attitudes settle in. As I’ve said before, staying positive is essential. But it’s only natural that people [...]
Spring came early to St. Louis, and I’m not complaining! The weather has been absolutely beautiful the past few weeks, clearly inspiring people across the city to get out for walks, sidewalk cafe lunches, yardwork – you name it! There’s just something about a change in season that’s motivating – which is why the concept [...]
I love when people find great inspiration from unorthodox places. Case in point: this Fast Company article that identifies 5 leadership lessons from one of the most notorious characters in film history – The Godfather himself, Don Corleone! Like the piece’s writer, I’m by no means suggesting business should be founded upon the illegal and [...]
According to this Fast Company article, the answer is yes. When you think about how many people work wirelessly, remotely and on the road, plus take into account how much work spills over into nights and weekends, it’s a fair argument. Sure, there are still people out there who work “shifts.” But most professionals over [...]
Maybe it’s a rant you blogged in the heat of the moment after a rough day with clients. Or it could be that picture you tweeted in which you had a cocktail in each hand and a reference to drinking too much (in 148 characters or less, of course). Possibly it’s posting a controversial comment [...]
I can’t tell you how many times I’ve heard an older job seeker say, “Companies don’t want to hire people in their 50s.” But per this article and the Bureau of Labor Statsitics, the number of people over age 55 who have a job has increased by 1.69 million over the past year, now up [...]
I want to introduce you to Grovo.com, a new and very helpful video resource. As the above video clearly states, Grovo is for those of us who know we should know more about social media channels, digital tools and the internet as a whole, but don’t necessarily know where to start. Grovo proudly boasts “101″ [...]
Ask any CEO from the past 50 years how to motivate an employee and their answer would likely be one thing: MONEY. Sure, a higher salary is a motivating force. But things are changing. The professional landscape is evolving. And what motivates a good employee – the kind you don’t want to lose from your [...]
When you’re considering pursuing a new career target (whether you’re currently out of work or simply looking to make the next step forward), I can’t stress proper fact-finding enough. Too many people don’t do their research when they network. Make sure you really dig into the company and the position until you determine whether or [...]
I’m honored and excited to speak at this coming Tuesday’s GO! Network event. I’m presenting “From Roadkill To Roadmap – 8 steps to put your career in drive without taking costly detours.” This presentation is based on my book, From Roadkill To Roadmap, and is sure to be information-packed and – if I say so [...]