Don’t sell yourself short. You aren’t to be ordered about. You are here as a professional. Everyone else is as uncertain as you are. They may even be more afraid. Yet they’ve made the decision to not let any of this get in their way. They’ve made the choice to show up and be present, … Continue reading »
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Lead by example
Whether a small business or large corporation, the head must act in a forthright, admirable way for the chain of command to follow suit. Same applies to smaller groups of people: the leader sets the tone for what is acceptable and what is not, setting the pace for others to follow. By pushing yourself to be … Continue reading »
20 questions to ask as you enter a new year
They work best if you’re honest: Am I holding onto any beliefs that aren’t serving me? What do I want to learn this year? Have I set any long-term goals? Are my daily decisions setting me up for success? Do my present priorities accurately reflect my innermost dreams and desires? Is my work fulfilling my … Continue reading »
Empathy 101
Create one mandated course for high school students nationwide. What does it include? At a recent dinner, this was one of the prompts for group discussion. Without hesitation, my mind sounded one clear word. Empathy. The ability to reference another’s perspective, considering their experiences and worldview, in order to better understand behavior and intention. “Putting … Continue reading »
your dream job is on your desk
What if someone told you that you missed the boat? That the golden ticket to a beautiful home, a happy heart, and an adventurous life was in your back pocket? What would happen if your phone rang and your boss declared you an asset to the company? If the grocery store clerk looked straight into your eyes … Continue reading »
9 reasons to network (the practice of meeting people)
The term networking sends shivers up my spine. I cringe when I think of networking events where people pass out business cards like Halloween candy and anxiously look around the room to see who’s there. Conversations seem forced, and I end up answering the same routine questions throughout the evening. Network sounds anything but personal, … Continue reading »
Trust
When what you do and what you say align. A very real, tangible thing you must create between yourself and your clients. It will separate you from your competition. Distance yourself from the rest.
The $12,392,786.00 blog post
I have had the good fortune of meeting, counseling, and sitting in business seminars with intelligent, driven, successful individuals — and they just want to become better. Industries range from music to publishing, finance to social good, art to real estate. Age, life experience, and stage of life vary; students, fathers, midlife, C-level, nearing retirement, starting up. … Continue reading »
Steal skills from another industry
There are certain tools that are transferable, regardless of industry or job title. Step inside Tiffany’s. You’ll see plenty of couples and women roaming around. Inch closer to the diamond cases and eavesdrop. You won’t hear any hard selling from the staff. The product speaks for itself. If you’ve come to Tiffany’s, you want the name … Continue reading »
