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Kathy Jo did everything she was advised on in to move up in her career. Her father told her to work hard, to put in the hours and she would reach success. Her college professor told her that she was what the corporate world needed, an aggressive type who would stand out among the noise. …
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Wishing you and yours a very Happy Easter. Enjoy your day!
If you've ever been laid off from a job, or are not where you want to be in your career, your mindset matters as to what your next steps will be and how quickly you take action. Losing a job feels horrible. It attacks your self-esteem, your confidence, and your drive. It becomes harder to …
With the closing of Toy R Us, along with others who are shutting down low-performing stores to stay afloat (Winn Dixie, Footlocker, Best Buy, Sear, Gap, to name a few), it raises the flag of the number of those who will now join the ranks of the unemployed. While some will be fettered to other …
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As we celebrate St. Patrick's Day, here are some Irish blessings to bring you luck, love and success. Enjoy your day and may the luck 'o the Irish be with you! May you always have work for your hands to do. May your pockets hold always a coin or two. May the sun shine …
Among the biggest reasons why people leave their jobs is that there is not movement, or other opportunities, within their organization. People want a career path they can work towards; one that utilizes their skills and experiences that got them hired in the first place. Younger generations, particularly, are looking to make a difference in …
Do any of these sound familiar? your phone rings and your stomach immediately tightens up you walk into a meeting and you have a pervasive feeling that something is 'off' you pass your boss, who doesn't smile, and think you are in trouble or, worse, about to get fired If you answered 'yes' then your …
The other day, I was out for my usual night of line dancing and was talking to a friend, I'll call Joe, who brought a friend, who said they did not know how to dance but wanted to learn. I queried Joe as to why he had not taught his friend how and was quite …
This week's focus is on the brain and its impact on how we think behave and act, and the longer-ranging effects on our work. The topics will hope to explain reasons for everyday challenges and then how to move through them. Today's post will center around the phenomenon of 'pressure and release', and how it …
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Difficult coworkers can make the workday an unpleasant place to be; in fact, it can be one of the top reasons why someone leaves their job, particularly if it is the boss. What makes someone difficult depends on the make-up of such a person and how they approach their work. I don't think people plan …
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