If ol’ Bernard Shaw could see us now. In early 20th century, he made this statement at a time of mailed letters, face-to-face discussions, and the introduction of the telephone. Can you imagine his astonishment in today’s world with countless ways to reach an audience? And yet, is anyone really listening?
This is not a debbie-downer post but more a cautionary tale that I wish I could have read for myself 20 years ago. Would I have even listened to my older self? Probably not. Hopefully someone out there is much wiser at that age than I was.
As much as we would love for our bosses to stroll in and give us that big promotion or great opportunity, unbidden the reality is that it will not happen without some work on our part. So, as we head into the new year, we want to challenge you to consider taking some proactive steps in creating your career path.
Let’s talk about the “f-word” and how you should stop saying it in all aspects of your life. I’m talking about the word F-I-N-E.
By creating an environment of curiosity and open dialog to gain unique insights and understandings, your business can continue to be a leader in the industry.
Choosing a career path is not as easy as it used to be. It wasn’t too long ago that the choices we have available to us now didn’t even exist. Most opportunities also seemed to be a family affair rather than the passion of the beholder. Nowadays, your possibilities are truly endless. If you can …
Many of us learn how to be our best while working remotely — there is no substitute for learning by doing. The most crucial step you can take is to commit to a place of mindfulness. Respect your company, colleagues, and assignments equally. Doing so will help all of you succeed.
In a recruiter’s world, there is an initial phone screen with hundreds of people every year. There are many ways in which you can stand out, but gratitude and appreciation for someone’s time can be your best bet. Your thank you note or email helps companies understand that you lead with your values, and that can make a big difference in deciding if you’ll be a great fit to a great team.
Holiday parties can be the time you sit back and relax after working the daily grind. However, for those of you looking to grow your career or have a fresh start in the New Year, take the most popular time to mingle and turn it into networking opportunities. You may not realize that new possibilities are within your reach as you celebrate the holidays with family, friends and colleagues.
