Buddha Philosophy Creates Strategic Plan
Admittedly, I have not studied Buddha but have heard words of wisdom expressed over the years that allude to the philosophy. To begin and appropriately so, patience and open-mindedness are indeed the key to strategic planning.
It’s the holiday season proclaiming joy and happiness to all. But joy and happiness just like stress and close-mindedness …
5 Skills That Will Get You Hired
Do you possess strong communication skills? Do perform well in a team setting? If so, it’s very likely you’ll be a highly sought-after candidate in 2015.
According to a November 2014 report by NACE, leadership, the ability to work in a team, and strong communication skills are just a few of the top skills employers …
Personal Branding Pledge 2015
I agree to be me
I accept the obligations and honor of my authenticity
I agree that this year, perhaps unlike any other
I will not bother to be a shadow, a cipher or a ghost in my life
I will not hobble myself with the expectations of another
Even if I face a force …
Career Resolutions for the New Year
Every New Year is a new beginning. This means now is a great time to reflect what has/hasn’t worked for you this year and start thinking about what you want to change in your career for the next year. Then, make a plan and start applying this plan to your career.
Most of the people …
Communication Practices for Successful Networking in 2015
Communication is something that we do every day. Communication is easy but doing it effectively is another thing. Great communication skills are essential in your personal and professional life, by helping you better understand a person, build trust and respect, and establish an avenue where creative ideas can flourish and problems can be solved. If …
Working for a Family Owned Business – Pros and Cons
Family Owned Business
Have you considered going to work for a family owned business?
These businesses have their own special qualities.
What prompted me to write about this was an e-mail I received after I posted my LinkedIn Publisher post, Are You a Perfect Fit for the Job? Then You Will Not Get It!
The …
Starting Over, a Goal for 2015
Learn to Start Anew
Holding on to what’s no longer there holds too many of us back. Some of us spend the majority of our lives recounting the past and allow negativity to permeate our present. We waste our time and energy when we dwell on the past and inhibit ourselves from making progress by …
How to Create and Use an Infographic Resume
Pictures are not only worth a thousand words, they can also help you get a job. Visual content is more appealing to look at and can illustrate quickly, making them ideal for resumes. While many creative types are using infographic resumes, there are some situations in which you’ll want to stick to traditional text in …
Attract New Leads with a Professional Gmail Signature For Your Personal Brand
In the what is now the long era of email correspondence surpassing snail mail correspondence, it is important to connect your personal brand to your contacts in a way that is professional and inviting. Think of it as your online stationary. In order to keep your business emails from being missed you need to take …
New Year’s Resolution: Get a Coach?
Last week I was contacted by a late-thirties executive who was seeking a career coach. He said he had worked previously with a coach in an other state, the result of which was a move to Atlanta with a step up to a Vice President position and considerably more income. I asked him why he …