The bravest (and possibly smartest) thing a client’s ever done

February 11, 2016 by
A bold move can clear the way to a more confident job search.

A bold move can clear the way to a more confident job search.

Joe didn’t leave his last job under the best of circumstances.  Ok, he was fired.  His company was going through hard times and was on the verge of major layoffs.  Plus, Joe had recently floated the (unpopular, it turned out) idea of his moving to Michigan and working remotely.  When some critical words he spoke about his boss, Katherine, got back to her, that was all she needed.  Bye bye, Joe.

Joe works in a specialized sector of IT in the Midwest.  It’s a pretty small world.  He was concerned that, although he had great skills and a stellar track record, anyone considering him for a job would ultimately find their way to Katherine for her take on Joe. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Career Change, Career planning, Communication challenges, Emotional Intelligence, JOB SEARCH, LIFE at WORK

I need a new job. Thanks a lot.

November 13, 2015 by

An attitude of gratitude will point your career in the right direction.

Most people don’t like their jobs—by a wide margin.  According to recent data from Gallup, only 13% of employees worldwide are “engaged” in their jobs—meaning they’re emotionally invested in their work and focused on helping their organizations improve.

The picture is a little rosier in the U.S., with 29% reporting that they’re engaged.  But that still leaves most people not committed to the work they’re doing.  What happens then?

Productivity decreases.  Career advancement—and the salary and benefits and personal growth that come with it—stalls.  Stress levels climb.

These statistics don’t even include people who are still looking for work, or more work, as a result of the Great Recession.

For this we’re supposed to be grateful?

Yes. 

Because an “attitude of gratitude” can go a long way toward helping you land your next opportunity, or improving your standing in the one you have. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Career Change, Career planning, Emotional Intelligence, Gratitude, Holiday Job Search, JOB SEARCH, LIFE at WORK