Always Speak Kindness

Just a reminder to avoid the tailspin of gossip and harsh words by being deliberate with feedback and communication with others; demonstrate the willingness to exhibit a kind pleasing nature. Now…go take on the world!

Career Transition the Next Steps

There are several steps you can take to transition yourself in the marketplace.
First, make a list of all connections and contacts and outreach to meet over coffee or over the phone to discuss options with those in your industry and to gather information and possible leads for opportunity. This is strictly to [...]

How Rude! Managing Workplace Conflict

So you think that your co-worker has it in for you; or that a particular colleague specifically wakes up each morning determining how to make your life more difficult? Well, fortunately they are not that smart. The real issue boils down to communication or lack of communication.
75% of most conflict is petty and [...]

Why do we “clink” glasses during a toast?

The idea was to involve all five senses; sight, taste, touch, smell, and the only thing missing was sound/hearing and as a result a “clink” of the glass was established.

Out of a Job?

Your resume, interviewing skills, or plan of action may be standing in your way! Not sure? Contact me.

The Key to Career Transition Success-Agility

Personal agility in a time of adversity is the key to unlocking the paralyzing affect of change.
Agility (u-jil-i-tee): The power of moving quickly and easily; nimbleness. 
The loss of a job can create an identity crisis; especially when demand for an occupation is limited or non-existent.
This is a time to re-evaluate, re-invent, and re-direct.
Is re-education an [...]

Know your Value

I’m reminded of a famous story about Picasso: He was sitting in a park, drawing sketches. A woman recognized him and asked if he would draw her portrait. He agreed and spent a few minutes sketching. He handed over the picture and said something to the effect of, “Here you go, that will be $5,000.” [...]