Many people find this offensive. In recent years, psychologists tell us that this is not the way to talk to people. Instead, focus on the individual and quit identifying people by what they do.
Career
Do You Ever Doubt Yourself?
Do you ever doubt yourself? Doubt is a powerful force in my life. But where does doubt come from?
The Secret to Happiness?
Really! What is it that you have been given the freedom to do, but you need the courage to do it?
Ship it!
What do you have you are sitting on waiting for more information, more tweaks, one more thing? Are you ready to just ship it?
Top 10 College Dropouts
While everyone is clambering for college as a bare minimum to succeed – others seem to have figured out how to do it on their own terms.
The Agile Entrepreneur
Entrepreneurs looking to escape cubicle insanity need to be agile!!
Reaching the Goal: Summary of Steps
For those of you “just tuning in” we thought we’d recap the steps towards sucess in your career that we’ve been talking about.
“The Secret”
Recently I read The Secret … a book that a friend of mine told me about. At the time they told me about it, they were staunchly opposed to it. But I checked it out because I thought it might be interesting. Turns out, it remains on the list of ridiculous reads, but it does contain some nuggets of truth that I think apply to the entrepreneur.
Partnerships
When considering a partnership for your business you need to also consider that old adage that “good fences make good neighbors”. Instead of a partnership, a joint-venture might be better.
Networking for Introverts – Part 2
More on Networking for Introverts. How to, and great ideas on getting started.
Networking for Introverts
Are you an introvert? Many technical people are introverts - and many struggle to network because it feels uncomfortable. Do you remember when you were trying to get your first job? Remember the advice and maybe even a class on writing a resume? Did anyone teach you...
Put your dreams on hold
What would you call someone who sits and listens to a group of people giving bad advice to another and says nothing to correct them? That is what I did last night. I am a jobs coach with four other coaches - and I sat silent while well meaning coaches told the...
Self employed thanks to Healthcare
We take another look at the opportunity that awaits everyone affected by this health care reform. Even though businesses are being forced to lay off employees those yesterday employees can be tomorrow’s contract workers who NOW define their hours, and the height of their own success. Not only is our situation not hopeless, it is in fact a GREAT opportunity. (Whether or not that’s what Washington intended).
People Know to Fight, But Do They Know What For?
Entrepreneurial thinking is beyond just business – it is first THINKING and
ACTING with FREEDOM – something we no longer have because we have walked away from truth or even the pursuit of truth.
Three Steps to Being Employed
Two confessions.... 1. I have really been a sparse blogger lately. But, I have really been rethinking things and listening in to what people need. I hope to be developing more focus so that the resulting posts, seminars, and other material coming (soon to be...
The Reverse Interview Explained
A lot of people have been asking "What IS a reverse interview?"; This video defines a reverse interview and shares what to expect at a reverse interview. It's not about getting a job, its about getting information and networking. This video explains how to make the...
Dealing With Fear – Part 2
Are you dealing with fear in a business startup? Caught deciding about issues such as legal structure or a business license? This should help! [youtube id="IQEJrKsWHG8"] [reminder]What fear is stopping you from...
Start With The End In Mind
To get what you want, you must start with the end in mind. Most people have no idea what they really want to happen or what they are working to become. To get control, decide what you want in the end and set some goals. The video reviews some of those basic processes...