I’ve been a professional trainer for most of my career, and I can give literally dozens of career tips off the top of my head that are proven and practical—and can be put into practice by just about anyone. But there’s one simple tip that works better than any other:...
The following question was submitted to me by a woman named Demetria, who works in the industrial plumbing industry. I thought it was a great topic to address in this week’s blog, so thanks for the suggestion, Demetria! (And please note: Demetria wants to ask her boss...
Well, it’s that time of year—again. You can either dread it or embrace it, but either way, it’s gonna happen. When you return to work in early January, you’re going to be bombarded from the north, south, east, and west by the most famous question of all. Be...
Where did the time go? And what happened to all the plans we made last January? You know — the ones that were going to make 2018 our best year yet? Relax. We’re all in the same boat. There’s really nothing we can do now about those 2018 plans that got sidetracked —...
Last week, I made the mistake of attempting to call the HR department at Sears Headquarters. It was for an unusual issue that couldn’t be handled through their seemingly endless and frustrating automated systems—and yes, I understand that they’ve filed for bankruptcy,...
Recently, one of the headhunting companies I work with asked if I’d tackle the following question in my next blog. Thanks, gang, for the suggestion! I love recommendations, and I think you’ve chosen a great topic: What are some of the most common mistakes...
Headed out for a job interview? Not sure what to wear? Well, you’re not alone. In my professional image and career readiness classes, people ask me about appropriate interview attire more than any other question. It seems that no matter how self-assured we are, and no...
If you’re currently in the job market, you probably already know the importance of a well-written, personalized cover letter to accompany your resume. You want to mention the name of the organization you’re applying to, the position or title you’re applying for, and,...
Hi! Welcome to Part II of this article. Let’s jump right in and discuss a few more pointers for how to put your elevator pitch together. Now that you know the basics of an elevator pitch and why it’s important to have one ready at all times, let’s look at some ways to...
When I work with Millennials and Gen Z students around the country, I’m often asked, “What’s an elevator pitch and why do I need one—or do I really even need one?” My short answer is, Yes! And furthermore, I think everyone needs one. I believe that regardless of what...
