5 Steps to Master Managing People Older Than You
It was the first day of my first job right out of college. Despite all the group projects and being president of different clubs, there was nothing that could have prepared me for what sat in front of me. Literally sitting in front of me were 15 customer service reps, all older than me, half …
7 Tips for Finding Time to Build Personal Brand
Time management is an often-overlooked key to personal branding success; here are 7 strategies & tips for finding the time to build your personal brand.
A lack of time is no excuse for failing to invest in your future by building your personal brand.
These days, everyone faces the universal challenge of too much to …
Sell the Advanced Age Advantage on Interviews
The news caught my attention that some companies are comfortable having four generations in the office. They finally recognize that the older group can and do willingly mentor the younger ones. Being a mentor does not necessarily bring with it a higher salary but …
Interns: 3 More Ways to Build Your Personal Brand
It’s summertime, which means plenty of college students and recent graduates are taking on summer internships. While internships are a great way to learn essential job-related skills, they can also serve as the perfect opportunity to build your personal brand.
No matter where you’re interning this summer, any position at a company in your desired …
5 Tasks Every Successful Employee Masters
No matter what you do, you are going to be paid better if you take on these five additional tasks in your company. In addition, performing these tasks is akin to getting a work insurance policy, that is: play these five roles and guarantee your status as the most valuable member of your team.
1.…From Idea to Reality: How to Take the First Step
I told my cousin today about my goal of traveling the world.
“I’d love to do that too, but we can’t just leave the job. How would you survive out there, become a bartender?” she said sarcastically.
Although I’m sure bartenders have a ridiculously fun time at their job, I have no plans of needing …
Go Spark, Sparkle and Hustle!
Regardless of how difficult, challenging and changeable things have become in business, there is a huge surge of inspired entrepreneurship going on now that is amazing. Corporations are even thinking and acting more entrepreneurial.
Small business and entrepreneurship has always been the key driver of economic success, especially in the US. Starting a business used …
Is Perspective Killing Your Job Search?
This is the single most important piece of information I can share with you about your personal brand.
It will totally change the way that you approach your job search. It will change the way you write, the things you communicate and even the way you feel about your search.
And, best of all, it’s …
Your Brand Reputation Resources
In today’s world, your personal brand’s reputation is practically everything. Before people buy from you or obtain your services, they now search the Internet to find any information, reviews, or feedback they can get about you. They don’t just hire or buy products from anybody anymore. If they see a negative review, it’s almost certain …
What your brand should know about VSEO.
I have to admit not that long ago, I was once the sort of type who would just upload a video to YouTube and call it a day. Fortunately, a couple of video pro friends of mine showed me that it’s worth it to your brand if you consider the impact of incorporating VSEO – …