Are you a Body, a Brain or a Business Partner?
When you are looking for a job you should know which one you want to be. Perhaps you are all three. In fact, most of us are.
Perhaps you have been one or the other for much of your career. Think back to your first jobs … fast food, delivery services, retail store, etc. I’ve …
Just Answer The Question
We all know that politicians are incapable of answering the question being asked.
But, you don’t need to take your queues from politicians.
Even if you ARE a politician you should seek to …
Just Answer The Question
Consider:
When was the last time you answered the question that was asked of you?
Think about …
Admit It… You NEED Help
For some the very idea of asking for help is tantamount to admitting failure.
Hint: It’s NOT!
There is no shame in asking for help.
Whether it’s asking for directions or asking for clarification.
Just Ask!
When you ask for help you will stand out in your career. People will know you take the time …
What FWP Are You Trying to Solve?
Where FWP means First World Problem.
If you aren’t solving a FWP you might be wasting your time.
Sure, there are inventors and innovators out there making things you never knew you needed.
Think iPod (and before that the Sony Walkman).
But, for most people that are willing to spend their hard earned money they …
Why You Should Be Concerned About Time Famine
The struggle is real.
And, it’s getting worse every day.
The struggle I’m talking about is … The battle with time.
Time Famine noun. Across a society, a lack of free or leisure time. c2004 via Double-Tongued Dictionary
Like Land … They’re Not Making Any More Time
While this is not 100% true about land …
Why You Should Document Your Failures
Do you do this today?
Do you take the time to document your failures?
Or, do you sweep past them?
My recommendation … take the time!
It’s not to memorialize them or make them part of your LinkedIn profile (but, they may be useful for interviews and mentoring). Rather, document your failures to learn from …
OMG I just made a HUGE error
What do you do when you make a huge mistake at work?
Well, just like in your personal life, there are a few tips and tricks and best practices for dealing with errors. But, it really comes down to one thing.
Some errors are simple:
Calling somebody by the wrong name in front of others.…
Freedom to Stand Out in Your Career
As we come upon the Fourth of July there has never been a time that Freedom has never been more on top of peoples minds
If you live in the USA there are many days that freedom is taken for granted.
We have the freedom to:
Change jobs at will Move to a new city…
You Can Expect What You Inspect
The things you care about you will pay attention to.
That’s the point of this post.
There is an old saying from the manufacturing and statistical process control world that says you can expect what you inspect.
Which, if you have read Dr. Stephen Covey’s books, you may recognize this as one of his seven …
Ask One Question to Help You Set Your Priorities
Warning: This will come across as harsh.
Being that this is the graduation season this might be the most critical nugget you (or someone you know) needs to put their career on the right path. By asking The One Question you may be able to set your career on the perfect trajectory. But, at what …