In the rush of our daily lives, getting to all those books we want to read seems an impossible task. Thank goodness for the downloadable option, since we can squeeze in some read moments while waiting at doctor’s offices, airports and hair appointments. We have the audio options as well, enabling us to listen to…
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I am a woman and I support women–personally and in the workforce. I always have, although sadly, I am unable to say that about all women, some of whom I have had the misfortune to work with. In fact, just as an aside here, as long as I’m recalling my experiences, I have had more…
Read MoreAs career coaches, we continually remind our clients that when seeking a position, it is no time to be humble. Sing your praises, blow your horn, be sure that the employer is left with the confidence that you can do the job. They want to know that you possess the level of skill required to…
Read MoreWow, I’ve been MIA for more than one month! I feel badly about that. But I have a good excuse. First, I had another book published (It Is All About You) and second, I have been traveling, domestically and abroad. So let me say this: Learning from books is great, but learning from experiences is…
Read MoreHow can you best ensure your needs are met? They are referred to by many names— personality preferences, communication styles, motivational needs, behavior types.¬† These are scientifically validated and reliable assessments that identify our basic¬†style, not only the way we show up but how our behavior is linked to our fundamental needs and orientations/ interests.…
Read MoreWe “read” one another all the time… Much is made of¬†how we communicate non-verbally and for good reason.¬†¬†Experts tell us that indeed¬†most communication is accomplished¬†without words.¬†¬†In fact,¬†only 7 percent of what gets communicated¬†is achieved with words, another 38 percent has to do with how we say what we say– our intonation, inflections and volume.¬†¬†The majority¬†55…
Read MoreI will be making comments about my newest book, It IS All about You. I’m so happy to have you as a visitor on content about the book. This project is very special to me, and I hope to share some of that excitement with you here. I’ll be using this blog in part to…
Read MoreJob seekers can become easily discouraged listening to the daily news.¬†¬†Escalating unemployment rates, political wranglings causing small businesses to hold off on hiring, all the negative press, it can cause one to throw up their hands and settle for less.¬† But not so fast.¬† Don’t let the news get you down because like a lot…
Read MoreIs it possbile and reasonable to swtich careers in midlife if you are unhappy with what you have been doing for work for a period of a decade or more? Of course it is! If we believe that we deserve to engage in work that we love, then there is no doubt. Each of us…
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