Loving what you do is important for career success. Sure, you can make a big salary even if you dislike your job, but it won’t last forever. Who wants to be that person counting down the days until retirement? So if I can’t convince you to design or find the job of your dreams, then […]
Archive | November, 2015
Giving Thanks – A Career Boosting Strategy
Two words that mean so much: “Thank You.” Simple words, but when genuinely shared promote a positive feeling that transcends difficult days. Why then, do we often fail to express our gratitude? Probably because we forget, get distracted or, with no ill-intent, simply take others for granted. We’ve all done this from time to time. […]
Just Content? It’s Time to Get Off A Conveyor Belt Career
There are lots of people happily content in their careers. On the flip side, there are lots of people content but not so happy. In other words, they want more. Perhaps they are just too comfortable to make changes or are afraid of failing or succeeding. These common reasons for staying in the same career […]
Career Happiness Tip: 5 Ways to Deal with Change
Change comes by choice or circumstance and it can certainly throw us off our game. The best way to manage change is to take ownership of it and steer it in a direction that best serves your needs. Here are five ways to do that: Be Still. Don’t let anxiety take over, or fall victim […]
Career Happiness Tip: Courtesy and Career Advancement
Not long ago, I called on an organizational client. Unfortunately, I didn’t get the opportunity to share how I may be of service to their team because I wasn’t offered a moment to speak. The client monopolized the whole conversation before extending his hand and saying, “It was great meeting you.” Not only did his […]
Career Happiness Question: Do You Want an Amazing Career?
What would it feel like to say “My career is amazing”? Pretty great, huh? The challenge lies in taking this dream and making it a reality. Advice from a woman who knows her stuff… Oprah Winfrey. Fan or not, you’ve got to hand it to the woman who rose from the ashes to build an […]