Is it time to reinvent yourself?
Seth Godin thinks it may be and I agree. No, not the creation of something artificial. Rather, the discovery of more authentic work. In his ChangeThis manifesto titled Brainwashed: Seven Ways to Reinvent Yourself, Seth challenges us with the following: “Years…
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Assess yourself
Essential to job search success is honest self-assessment, a process that will enhance your ability to articulate your strengths. Start by listing all of the jobs you’ve had since you began your professional career. Then identify the component skills used…
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Making a mess of a career transition
In the Harvard Business Review there was an excellent article by Boris Groysberg and Robin Abrahams titled Five Ways to Bungle a Job Change. The authors warn about these five common mistakes. Not doing enough research. Failing to understand the…
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Leadership lessons from dancing guy
This will make you smile. It’s one of those videos you’ll enjoy most if you watch it with someone.
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The problem with your resume
Seth Godin is right. If you really believe you have something remarkable to offer, your resume is not likely to help you much. As Seth says: I think if you’re remarkable, amazing or just plain spectacular, you probably shouldn’t have…
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Brand = performance + message
Think of your brand as performance (the quality and nature of your work) + message (communication about the quality, nature, and especially results of your work). Not everyone sees your work. The stronger and clearer your message, the easier word…
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Considering consulting or contract work?
Consulting, contract work, and freelancing are especially popular among professionals who can work out of their homes, requiring modest start-up money. They can sometimes acquire former employers as their new clients. Some see it as an opportunity to become their…
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Change jobs? It may be time.
The more you advance in your career the less likely job boards are going to be any help. Fortunately, that doesn’t keep them from spending lots of money to create ads that entertain us. Below is Career Builder’s 2009 Super…
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Productivity and work satisfaction
Is it any wonder that so many are so unhappy in their work? A poll conducted by Harris Interactive and FranklinCovey revealed the following: Only 37% said they have a clear understanding of what their organization is trying to achieve…
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Purposeful perseverance
Tentative efforts lead to tentative outcomes. Therefore give yourself fully to your endeavors. Decide to construct your character through excellent actions and determine to pay the price of a worthy goal. The trials you encounter will introduce you to your…
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Benefits of branding
In An Introduction to Personal Branding, William Arruda points to some of the benefits corporations derive from their brands. Strong brands enable them to: Charge a premium for their products and services. Ever think about why you’re paying so much…
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The new job security
The old idea of job security: who you work for. Get on with a good employer and you are set. They’ll take care of you. The new reality of job security: what you are known for. Develop a reputation within…
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