Creating the Career You Want – Tip #10

Creating the Career You Want – Tip #10

by | May 9, 2018

Do you feel lucky? Do you expect to see opportunity around every corner? If you do, then you are more likely to recognize and seize the opportunities around you. I have a friend who bemoans the fact that she can drive all over town looking for a parking space and find...
Creating the Career You Want – Tip #9

Creating the Career You Want – Tip #9

by | May 2, 2018

Are you wrestling with a never-ending to-do list? When you’re out with friends or at home with your family, are you able to enjoy the moment or is your unfinished to-do list making you feel guilty about not working? Are you in the habit of creating a “master list” of...
Creating the Career You Want – Tip #8

Creating the Career You Want – Tip #8

by | Apr 25, 2018

If you want to build muscle, you have to work out. The same is true if you want to develop your skills. It’s going to take work, and it might be a little painful at times – especially when it pushes you outside of your comfort zone. But, with time and effort,...
Creating the Career You Want – Tip #7

Creating the Career You Want – Tip #7

by | Apr 18, 2018

How often do you judge a book by its cover, or a person by their clothes? We may not like to admit it, but we are all guilty – to some extent – of basing our opinions on outward appearances. It’s human nature to take one look at a person and make quick...
Creating the Career You Want – Tip #6

Creating the Career You Want – Tip #6

by | Apr 11, 2018

“I have three stories to tell you.” This is the opening line of a CEO who knows how to grab the attention of a room. I’ve heard him speak several times, and each time he selects different stories to connect with his audience and make his point. Like a picture that’s...
Creating the Career You Want – Tip #5

Creating the Career You Want – Tip #5

by | Apr 4, 2018

When people take on a new role, it’s not unusual for them to cling to the way they’ve thought about themselves in the past.  A classic example of this is the individual who is used to being a “doer,” and has now been asked to take on a leadership position. If their...
Creating the Career You Want – Tip #4

Creating the Career You Want – Tip #4

by | Mar 28, 2018

Have you ever been so completely and happily absorbed in what you were doing that you forgot to stop for lunch and lost all track of time? When this happens, it’s a good indicator that you are “in the zone” and experiencing flow – the  sweet spot where you are totally...
Creating the Career You Want – Tip #3

Creating the Career You Want – Tip #3

by | Mar 21, 2018

Quality relationships can be the difference between a thriving career and a stagnant one. Being “in the know” when it comes to what’s happening in your organization, knowing whom to call to get things done, and having people who will help you out...
Creating the Career You Want – Tip #2

Creating the Career You Want – Tip #2

by | Mar 14, 2018

What do you want? It’s a common question. In fact, you probably heard some form of it already today – perhaps from your barista or your significant other. But have you ever clarified what you want in your career? Once you have the answer, you can move intentionally in...
Creating the Career You Want – Tip #1

Creating the Career You Want – Tip #1

by | Mar 7, 2018

If you find yourself looking at other people and thinking, “I wish I had their luck,” then you might not be seeing the whole picture. That person’s luck may be more than just good fortune. Luck happens when preparation meets opportunity. Create your own career luck....