As we navigate through these long Holidays it is a good time to reflect and plan ahead with a new perspective. Although one can do this at any time of the year, the Holiday period (November December, and ending in early January) seems most appropriate. There is something about its spirit at this time that influences us to introspect and then turn a new page in our life, as we move forward. All...

Introduction: In the dynamic landscape of entrepreneurship, the interplay between youth and experience is a fascinating aspect that shapes the trajectory of business ventures. Young entrepreneurs bring fresh perspectives, innovation, and fearlessness, while their more experienced counterparts offer wisdom, industry knowledge, and a seasoned approach. This article delves into the...

Last week I blogged about dealing with an all-consuming boss, who is never satisfied with the results you produce, despite your impressive outcomes and superhuman efforts. This week I am writing about a manager of a different ilk: An abusive boss. What is an abusive boss? Typically, an abusive boss takes great delight in your gratuitous humiliation, especially in public. One recent example...

It takes a great deal of bravery to stand-up to out enemies, but even more to stand up to our bosses! –Anonymous.   For ongoing career growth and momentum how your boss perceives you and the impression of their boss (your skip boss) about your abilities to show continued growth go a long way in how your actual growth manifests in your current role. Although these...

It takes a great deal of bravery to stand-up to out enemies, but even more to stand up to our bosses! –Anonymous.   For ongoing career growth and momentum how your boss perceives you and the impression of their boss (your skip boss) about your abilities to show continued growth go a long way in how your actual growth manifests in your current role. Although these...

“Getting ahead in a difficult profession requires avid faith in yourself. That is why some people with mediocre talent, but with great inner drive, go much further than people with vastly superior talent.” – Sophia Loren     Much has been written and talked about having grit and using that to accomplish your goals, dreams, and vision. In her TED talk Angela...

Clients and prospects come to me to change the trajectory of their careers. Working with them I try to understand what is blocking them and what they need to do to unblock by giving them tools and rules to use in their everyday work. Although there are many of them that apply to different client situations here are a few that seem to have a repeat themes across all clients. Why do I say...

Metanoia: noun: A profound transformation in one’s outlook. Shifting one’s mind may sound like a daunting task, especially when you feel stuck and nothing is working to get you unstuck. But if you watch this two-minute video, changing a few words that covey a different sentiment and how others look at your situation can be a powerful reminder of how we get stuck in our...

When I take on new clients I have a Client Intake Questionnaire that they are required to fill out. A prospect’s response to this CIQ is a rather detailed confession of their needs, apprehensions, and a list of what is holding them back in achieving their goals. Despite its probing intensity I am often surprised by how honestly prospects respond to these rather very personal items and...

As kids start getting back to school around this time of the year, it is also time for their parents to shift gears and start their job search in earnest. Why is that? Monday after the Labor Day officially heralds as the ideal time to get back into the job market—working or jobless—since this is the best time of the year to create many options around your next career move;...