Introducing the Personal Network Report Card
In a post last year, I exclaimed that there is a strength pyramid for your personal network. I have developed a report card to take this strength model into account. 60% of corporate jobs are taken through networking, so I feel this is a vital tool to you and your personal brand. As you fill …
Support – “The Personal Brand Driver”
Support is one of the most critical parts of a Personal Brand. I say this because, the people in your life that truly support you through both good and bad times, are the same people that help you elevate and overcome obstacles. These individuals, such as your close friends, relatives, family and mentors, help shape …
Presenting for IMPACT
What is the one time when you are in the spotlight?
You guessed it, when you are presenting to your audience on a given subject. Your credibility is at stake during this presentation, so be prepared to answer questions and be concise with your PowerPoint slides and vocals.
Here are some tips:
Know your audience: …Stairway to heaven
“You have to start somewhere” a quote that many of you have heard in the past or present, exclaiming that you can’t just become a CEO overnight and that you have to pay your dues in the beginning to transform into your desired image.
How you get there is up to you and your strategic …
Setting yourself up for success
You just received a project due in 5 days. How will you accomplish this goal in a timely manner and deliver?
It’s all about setting yourself up for success, so that you deliver the best possible content in a 5 day span, and actually finish it before it’s due. This way, it will allow leway …
Goal Alignment
Your goals are how you measure success. They are the objectives you set for yourself, either in the short-term or long-term of your career. When you evaluate your goals, make sure they are attainable and are noteworthy. For instance, if you want to be an accountant, your short term goal could be go obtain your …