Career

012: How to Make a Presentation [PODCAST]

Want to do a better job presenting information? Want to find a way to conquer the fear and nervousness? In this podcast I will share several tips to get over the nerves and deliver a high quality presentation. I will tell you 1)  how to prepare, what to do right...

Why Resumes are Worthless

When you say something controversial, be ready to defend it.   My book Resumes are Worthless has resulted in me doing a lot of speaking engagements and meetings. Often as I am being introduced, the very first question asked is "Why are resumes worthless?" When I...

011: Dealing with a Business or Job Crisis [PODCAST]

A business crisis or job crisis will come no matter what we do to avoid them. We control few things in this type of crisis, but how we respond can help us get on top of the problem and change the ultimate outcome. In this podcast we examine how to respond to  such a...

Does it Pay to Get a PhD?

Ever thought of getting a PhD? Wonder if it is worth it or not? Recently I have been asked this very question several times. They want to know my view on the PhD process. Some are wanting a PhD for personal reasons, but everyone wants to know "Does it pay to have a...

5 Networking Mistakes You Are Making

5 Networking Mistakes You Are Making

Networking can be very powerful. Using proper networking skills, you can open the doors to many unknown opportunities and jobs. Yet, I hear from many people that networking does not work for them, even though some of these people are always out and networking with...

How to Become an Authority

How to Become an Authority

Few people have authority. Those with authority do some things others do not do. In this post we examine some of those things done to gain authority.

004: Disruptive Innovation [Podcast]

004: Disruptive Innovation [Podcast]

Clayton Christensen introduced the idea of disruptive innovation as something the disrupts the marketplace. But how can we be aware of disruptive innovations before they damage our career and industry.

My Favorite Productivity Tools

My Favorite Productivity Tools

The other day I was asked how I get so much done. The question shocked me since I feel as if I get little done. I guess everything is a matter of perception. But a lot comes down to productivity tools. Here are some of my productivity secrets, or productivity tools. I...

Can You Meet the $6000 Challenge?

Get a $6000 increase in salary from your company of one in 4 months? That is the assignment for this educational experience at the UAB School of Engineering IEM program. Make it pay now.