New Year Success!

On this first day of 2017, I want to wish you a year filled with focus, clarity, and taking massive action on intentions you've set for yourself. If you haven't, it's not too late to do so. Dream as big as you want, as anything is possible if you have the right mindset, which is …

Are You on the Boss’s Nice or Naughty List?

Just as Santa has a nice and naughty list, so does your boss. Which one are you on? Here are some differences to compare where you stand: Nice List: shows up on time for work takes breaks on time helps out when needed works well with others has a positive attitude steps up for more …

Two Ways to Set Goals and the Benefits of Each

As we're only two days away from a new month, what better time to plan your goals for what you want to accomplish in December. This can be the time to end the year strong or begin the new year running. The choice is up to you. To do so, there are two ways you …

Stress-Less During the Holidays

First off, I hope you had a very fun and happy Thanksgiving holiday. Besides eating too much, this can also create a 'lull' in our motivation and momentum for getting tasks done. I find after having time off, I look forward to the next one; Christmas seems to refocus my attention to decorating and buying …

Planning to Make a Career Move? Now’s the Time

It's so hard to believe that we are almost done with 2016. I'm still in awe that next week is Thanksgiving - it feels like November just began! With that being said, this is the time that many people will decide to make a career move in the new year. If you fall into that …

Lessons I Learned from the Election (this is NOT about Politics)

I was sitting in church last Sunday when the priest began his sermon talking about the election; I started to get upset as I don't think the two mix but some of what he was talking about resonated with me as he focused on being kinder and more tolerant of each other. It go me …

Doing Something that Scares You But Is Exactly What you Want/Need

First off, Happy Halloween! It feels strange having it be on a Monday but I did party on Saturday night. It was so fun to dress and have people you see daily not recognize you. I was a blond for the night (which I was for a period of time in my past). It was …

Are Networking Meetings Really Networking Anymore?

I have to admit that I'm very selective when it comes to attending networking meetings. It's not that I don't enjoy meeting new people or reconnecting with people I already know; I do have to protect my time as I'm busy with seeing clients, teaching, and working on my business. But I'm finding it more …

Career Points from a Recruiter’s Perspective

No, I'm not a recruiter, although I have done my fair share informally. I had the opportunity to participate in a panel last week for a recruiter's group so I thought I'd share some key points that came up as these can help you in the work you do, or if you're looking to make …