Let’s approach this situation as if you have sought and obtained an interview for either a job change or a promotion within your present organization. You have carefully detailed your qualifications, experience and objectives. Now, the interviewer asks, “Do you…
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A Winning Strategy … for 2017
I believe that it is wise to access your career situation at the beginning of every year. The primary rationale for this is to develop what is called a SWOT analysis. This acronym means a Strength, Weakness, Opportunity and Threats…
Is there a future for your career?
This entire debate may have begun with this statement. Gordon Moore, the co-founder of Fairchild Semiconductor and Intel observed that “the number of transistors in a dense integrated circuit doubles approximately every two years.” In everyday language, we have come…
What is a B.S. degree worth?
Aimee Picchi contributed an article to CBS Money Watch entitled, The top-paying and lowest-paying college majors. I believe that this information is relevant because, some professionals or family members may be pursuing a Bachelor’s degree. Due to the high cost…
Work-Life Balance … and good pay!
Aimee Picchi contributed an article to CBS Money Watch entitled, 9 jobs with top work-life balance. The article focused on jobs with work-life balance. The research focused on a survey by Glassdoor. The work-life balance index was rated from 1…
Highest-paying Jobs for Women
Rachel Gillett contributed an article to the Business Insider entitled, The 20 Highest–paying Jobs for Women. She concludes that some of the highest-paying jobs for women are in healthcare. Also, her research shows that there are some fields where women…
Stimulate Your Career … Free!
As we approach the end of the summer vacation season, another season begins. That season is the preparation for next year. OK, that is really not a season as defined by the weather services. But, most business and professional organizations…
Tune-up Your Resume
Jacquelyn Smith, Rachel Gillett and Natalie Walters contributed an article to The Business Insider entitled, 29 Things You Should Never Include on Your Résumé. Hiring managers usually receive a large number of resumes and each requires a large investment of…
Ancient Roman Wisdom … are you kidding me?
NO! I am not kidding you. The reason is quite simply that Marcus Aurelius offered some advice in 180 AD that is very applicable to us right now. Richard Feloni contributed an article to the Business Insider entitled, 9 timeless…
OK, Let’s Talk About My Salary …
At some point in your career, you will need to talk with your team leader or manager about your compensation. Often, these discussions arise as a result of the performance appraisal system or another ritualized process practiced by your organization.…
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