The business world’s single greatest cop out. If you’ve ever said this before, it’s not your fault you’re skirting additional responsibilities. Our job descriptions and titles have programed us to be single-minded myopic...
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More4Bmore - How to Reap [Incredible] Opportunity from [Incredible] Tragedy
In the wake of the recent riots in Baltimore, I’m reminded of what makes me cling to the things that matter most. Loved ones, safety, traditions – specifically, the kind I participated in when I was in grade school....
Looking For Your Next Job? Follow These 10 “Rules” to Working With Recruiters (Part 2 of 2)
Welcome back everyone. If you were a reader earlier this week, you’ll remember the topic of discussion is on the rules for working with recruiters written in the article 10 Rules For Working With Recruiters And Search Firms. If...
Looking For Your Next Job? Follow These 10 "Rules" to Working With Recruiters (Part 1 of 2)
I recently came across an article on cio.com called 10 Rules For Working With Recruiters And Search Firms. The general tone of the article makes me believe that the author had a negative experience working with a recruiter or...
The choices we make I never cared for the band Rush. Maybe it was because they were the preferred band of a racist moron I had to work with at my first Radio Shack, but I think it was their music. Still, one of their most...
“It doesn’t matter if people agree with you or not; have a definite perspective, as it will be a starting place for an educated and informed conversation.” What seems like many moons ago, I had a mentor who gave me this...
5 Essential Tips to Landing Your Dream Job Instead of Hating What You Do Every Day
Whether you find yourself annoyed with your job, bored with your work, or you just got laid off or fired, follow these five tips on what to do now to help you land your dream job! Do not dwell on the negatives, instead focus...
“If you don’t take action now, you are in serious jeopardy of having a major health issue.” I remember speaking those words to Mike, a prospective health club member, in July of 1994. At the time, I was running an athletic...
How To Use Conan O'Brien's Secret to Getting Hired Even If You Don't Have Famous Friends
I’m a big fan of Conan O’Brien. I’m not sure if it’s the hair, or if it’s that I can easily relate to someone abnormally tall, but like many late night hosts he’s a genius at getting attention. And he recently got my attention.