I grew up as a Math nerd. Math and related topics such as computer science were my favorite subjects. I loved logic puzzles. I was convinced that whatever I did in the futute would be Math-related. So what did I do? I went into Actuarial work – a great practical application of Math, […]
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I often work with clients on building a powerful network that will tap them into the hidden job market. (The hidden job market is the large percentage of jobs that never make it to a formal job posting.) I will ask them to come up with a list of people they can network with.
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“I am my first client… I am my biggest success story.” Have you ever known someone who had a health crisis that caused them to re-evaluate their career and life direction? I had the chance to interview Karen Sammer on her literally life-saving transition, and it was a truly inspiring story. Karen went
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Today is Martin Luther King Jr. day, a good time to remember some of his lessons. Here’s a short excerpt from his final essay, “A Testament of Hope.” “People are often surprised to learn that I am an optimist. They know how often I have been jailed, how frequently the days and nights have
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I love the Amazon sledding commercial. It shows three elderly women on a bench, lost in memories as they watch kids sledding on a hill. The end has them sledding down the hill, intermingled with scenes of their younger selves doing the same. And then today I came across my 4th grade report card.
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Over the next few weeks, let’s explore some of the ways you can make the most of your new job… Before you even start your new job, you need to think about the networking you’ve done and the contacts you’ve made during your search. Hopefully, you’ve kept careful records of who you’ve met along
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Shelley asked about tips for young people just starting out – a great topic! I’ll start the ball rolling here, and then you can add your own thoughts to mine. First off, whether or not you admire your boss, you can learn a lot from him or her. Observe what your boss does well,
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OK, so now you’ve actually started the job. Look around you. You are embarking on a seemingly endless series of first impressions – and those can have a lasting impact on your career at your new company. People are making snap judgments about you: Will you make my job easier, more difficult, or are
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OK, you’ve let everyone know about your success, your new contact information, and generally ensured that they will continue to be valued members of your network going forward. What’s next? Now you want to start making the best possible impression at the new job. One way to do that even before you start is
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