There’s something that gets lost in the discussion about introverts and networking. Being introverted is not about being shy; it’s about needing time alone to recharge your batteries. Crowds don’t energize you; they drain you. Introvert? So, if you are an...
How do I find a company where I’ll be a fit? I get this question all. the. time. Like every day. It’s a great question, no, it is the question that leads to great quests for just the right company to work for. So how do you find that fit? You find a company that...
Last week I wrote about using assessments to help you create new ways to both think and talk about yourself. This week I’m writing about a different type of talk. Silence the naysayers! This week, I’m writing about something even more important. Shutting down...
I wish! But I do have a quick start trick to get to know clients fast. Assessments – because they give me insights into new clients and they help clients get a fresh look at themselves and their careers. My Uniquely Brilliant podcast co-host, Diana Bader, says...
The world of work has changed drastically in the last 8 years. Instead of guaranteed work with one company for long periods of time, workers are now faced with the prospect of changing jobs on a regular basis. How do you stay prepared to change jobs? You invest in...
Risk is scary – particularly when you’re taking a risk with your career. It should be scary and anxiety producing. Risk means venturing out into the unknown with no guarantee that what you’re doing will work. It can also mean rich rewards (not just financial)....
For 19 years Fortune has put together a list of the 100 Best Companies to Work For. This year’s companies on the list have over 100,000 job openings. It’s an amazing collection of information. So how can you use the list? Explore companies. Have you heard of Cooley,...
It’s the scariest time of year. Wherever you see a group of college seniors gathered you hear anxious whispers: “What are you doing after graduation? I don’t have a job yet! Do you?” Followed by, “It’s so overwhelming! I can’t even figure out where to start!” Escape...
Did you hear about the person who wrote a blog post and made $100K? I see these articles all the time. Maybe you do, too. Here’s the thing. I never believe it. Sure, I want to believe it, but I know better. Miracles don’t exist? I always look for an interview...
Spring. Sunny days, clear, dry air. You want to be outside all the time. But you have to work, right? Bloom! There it goes! Has this ever happened to you? You’re working on a project, not quite sure of where you’re going with it or how it fits into your work or life,...
