The Brutal Truth about Setting Goals: You just gotta have ‘em!

The Brutal Truth about Setting Goals: You just gotta have ‘em!

Yeah, right. You’ve heard it all before. Your mother told you. Your teachers told you. Your boss told you. You probably even attended a seminar or two, and the trainer told you: “You’ve got to set some goals if you expect to get anywhere.” Well, guess what? They were...
My Best Career Tip? Keep Your Boss Happy!

My Best Career Tip? Keep Your Boss Happy!

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:...
When Life Plans Change: How to Renegotiate your Job Description

When Life Plans Change: How to Renegotiate your Job Description

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...
Six Steps to Make 2019 a Banner Year!

Six Steps to Make 2019 a Banner Year!

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 —...
In Job Search Mode? Avoid These Four Common Mistakes

In Job Search Mode? Avoid These Four Common Mistakes

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...