Name: Jean Muurahaine, Managing Partner - College Park Consulting Group, LLC Current Profession: Executive Recruiter What led you into this profession? When I graduated from high school, I would occasionally do secretarial temp jobs through “Kelly Girls”. I was fascinated at the process of staffing and had a strong inkling I would really enjoy doing …
The Importance of Communication May Not Be the Same to All
There is not a day goes by that I don't hear issues with workplace situations, or even with interpersonal relationships. We all know that communication is not the same to everyone, and much as been written and trained on this topic. But, honestly, how often do we truly pay attention to this topic? I recently …
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Inspiration from Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
As we are celebrating the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., here are several of his quotes to savor and see how you can apply them to your career and life: "The time is always right to do what is right." "I have decided to stick with love. Hate is too great …
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Doodling as a Creativity and Focus Tool
I was pleasantly surprised when I read a recent article tooting the benefits of doodling; I am not much of a drawer but I sure can doodle all day. Studies have shown that doodling helps with concentration, focus and retention of information. It also helps with our imagination and creativity, and seeing the big picture …
What Do You Do? Wednesday
This week, I'll be profiling, and answering, what it takes to become a Career/Executive Coach. What is your current profession: I am a career and executive coach; as a career coach, I assist individuals who are looking to make improvements in their career, either through finding a new job or a promotion. This could entail …
A New Way to Be More Positive This Year
If you are still preparing for how you want 2017 to go, there is a new trend catching on that I encourage you to consider, and that is the act of kindness. I'm sure you've heard about the benefits of practicing gratitude, which is where you recognize and appreciate all that you have in your …
Time to Make Career Goals for the New Year
If you're like most people, you've made some goals for what you'd like to accomplish this year. I hope that you included your career goals; yes, these need to be made and updated on a yearly basis. Doing so helps to set the bar higher for your performance, new positions you want to attain, and …
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What Do You Do? Wednesday
As I get a lot of people coming to me who are unclear on their career path, this weekly posting will be helpful to get a clearer understanding of various industries and careers that you might be considering. I'll be profiling individuals who work in them and you can hear directly from folks who can …
It’s That Time of Year – Got Your Word/Theme?
As I do every year, it's that time to select a word or theme for how you want to live this year; doing so helps to refine and focus how we want our life to go. This can apply to your personal life, your career, or any other area that you would like to move …
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Setting Intentions, NOT Resolutions
Happy January 2017! This is a new day, new week, and new month of a new year. Most people either have - or will be - setting resolutions for themselves, and in any area of their life. However, you're not 'most people.' This is why setting intentions will get you to your goals faster and …
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