3 Thoughtful Thanks Necessary to Build a Stronger Connection
We know that appreciation that is seen as fake or manipulative is not received as appreciation at all. That fact, most all of us get. Yet, what also happens is mediocre attempts to appreciate someone that’s done more out of obligation or convenience can also have no effect to negative effects, too.
1. Appreciate someone …
So You Are an Intern This Summer
If you are one of the fortunate students who has landed an internship for the summer, congratulations. You have an opportunity to learn some practical skills in your field of study, add a valuable piece to your resume, and possibly make a little money (if it is a paid internship.)
There is a good chance …
The “Little Mermaid Principle” for Career Advancement
In my previous two blog posts I shared wisdom from Tarzan and The Lone Ranger. Realizing that these are both male and old characters, I will do my best to move forward to more recent fictional characters from which we can learn. This week, let’s examine Disney’s The Little Mermaid.
If you or your children …
How To Job Hop Without Hurting Your Career
Job hopping is a way of life for many professionals, especially millenials who balk at the notion of staying with one company for their entire career. While moving from one job to the next to get ahead is acceptable, particularly for younger workers, it’s how you do the jumping that matters.
“Everyone is allowed one …
The “Lone Ranger Principle” for Career Advancement
In my last post, I shared the “Tarzan Principle” for career advancement…
Don’t let go of the current vine until you have a firm grasp of the next one.
This principle emphasized the importance of doing everything you can to find your next career opportunity before your current one ends. Taken to the maximum benefit, …
Sales and Marketing Strategy for a Flourishing Business Model
Have you ever been to a gathering where you were glad you met all those with whom you had a conversation?
Both sales and marketing strategies come into play to make this happen. The following holds true for growing just about any type of business or planning for an event that you are in the …
What Successful People Read that You Don’t
I was finalizing a purchase with a new company this weekend and because it was a new vendor, I had to complete the deal by registering on the company’s website. The sales representative was charming and extraordinarily knowledgeable throughout the entire negotiation, so it didn’t surprise me when she wanted to coach me through this …
A Career Reality Check
Smart people do stupid things all the time when they forget that, at this moment, the next new/big thing is coming around the corner, chasing them. In that situation, frankly, the less talented individual will win out if she or he has more fight. If you think your personal brilliance will keep you above the …
Smart Ways to Control Your Level of Happiness
Though many write and sing about it (most recently Pharrell Williams blockbuster “Happy”), happiness doesn’t come naturally to most people – yet it’s within most everyone’s reach. Experts say the key to becoming a happier person is recognizing certain behaviors, thoughts and the mindsets that happy people share. Happy people are not necessarily smarter, better …
The Secret to Your Success
There are many definitions of success. Many are subjective and some are imposed by others. In business and in life there is one simple way to insure you will be successful in your endeavors. Ok, maybe not insure, but certainly increase the likelihood of success.
Even when you know and seek this “secret” there are …