Drudge Work Necessary to Prevail
There is always “something” in everyone’s have-to-do list that resembles dreaded drudge work. We drag our feet knowing it needs to be done, but it just isn’t the type of work we prefer to do and so we push it off for yet another time.
The better route is to master taking care of whatever …
Personal Branding Weekly – #1 Must Do to Accelerate Networking
A popular saying is that “Social Media is word of mouth marketing on steroids.” Another is that Social Media amplifies your word of mouth.
Both of these statements are true.
The mistake that’s made is in the foundation or in the assumption that word of mouth in that connections or association already exists. It must …
The Mentality of a Successful Career
Success is all in your head. If you want to control your ability to have a lucrative, fulfilling career, it’s imperative to control the way you think.
Those who can’t control their emotions and inner monologue never reach their full potential.
The long-term solution to sub-par success, lack, and limitation lies in our ability to …
What Your Lack of Personal Intelligence Costs You
When people think about lowering their bills, a lot of small purchases become suspect. Your daily Starbucks habit, at $32 per gallon if you calculated it that way, is an easy mark. A lot of people cut the cable, start eating most meals at home and buy a space heater rather than warm up the …
5 Tips to a Stress-Free Holiday in Your Business
The holidays are supposed to be a joyous time of gratitude and spending time with loved ones. But running a business during the holidays can lead to stress and burnout. Fortunately, it doesn’t have to be hectic and overwhelming. You can enjoy the holiday season and still keep your business humming along. Here are five …
Personal Brand Rebrand or Evolution?
Why should a business get your services? Why should a company hire you? What makes you so special? Think of yourself as a product that you’re marketing to an audience – why should they buy you?
Though you may have defined your personal brand earlier on, having decided on the niche or industry you want …
How Universities Are Failing Their Graduates, Part 3
Cigarette advertising was banned from radio and television in 1971. In addition, while not legislated, many television networks have made it a policy to eliminate advertising of alcoholic beverages… or restrict such advertising based upon the age of program viewership. Both of these actions were intended to eliminate negative influencing of impressionable audiences. With such …
Embracing Limits Increases Productivity
The above title may sound a bit contradictory. However, the recognition of what your maximum capacity is will prevent you from over-committing to unanticipated requests. Given the goals we have set for ourselves, along with the must-do task list, the frequently arriving requests could well put one into overwhelm if not dealt with properly
Your …
5 Ways You Can Benefit from a Personal Branding Coach
Whenever you’re searching for jobs or networking with professionals, your personal brand plays a huge role in your career.
The reality is, it’s no longer an option to create a personal brand. If you want to land a job, launch a business, or connect with influential people in your industry, you need to have a …
How to Stop Wasting Time at Work
It is so easy to waste time at work through checking social media, chatting with coworkers or doing unnecessary things. As a result, at the end of the day you accomplish nothing and feel unproductive. Therefore, in order to spend your day more meaningfully and achieve your goals, implement the below steps to your daily …