Hindsight is a funny thing. Look forward and the path seems uncertain, the future unpredictable. Look back and all the dots seem to connect … except the dots that mark the choices you didn’t make, and the risks you didn’t take. You’ll regret choosing not to care. Here are choices you will someday regret having made: 1. Choosing not […]
Being a Boss Means that you’re Ultimately Accountable for the Output of your Team — for Better or Worse. A statistic I stumbled across while researching a previous piece has been stuck in my head this week. According to Deloitte’s 2015 Millennial Survey, 53% of Millennials across the globe aspire to be senior leaders (up […]
Over the last number of years, the word “agile” has been tossed around in numerous ways. The most common use has roots in the programming world, where “agile” is regarded as one step forward from “waterfall” as a means of making incremental improvements, to assure that the final product grows and is adjusted through the […]
So when #Employees Blame Each Other, it’s Up to #Leaders to Turn that Blame into #Accountability. How? By using 6 simple words: “Let’s discuss what we CAN control.” Let me explain… Sometimes when people mess up at work, they dodge accountability and shift the responsibility to someone else. This is called blame. Far too many […]
Starting a new book can seem daunting and overly time-consuming. The good news is there are several short business books loaded with powerful information about selling, managing, and investing. We compiled a list of the best business books under 150 pages that you can start and finish in an afternoon. All you need is an afternoon […]
While it’s Important to work on your Résumé and ensure it sparkles, a Cover Letter can be just as Important. This Often Overlooked Tool can Make all the Difference. […]
You’ve made it past the #Résumé Robots and the scrutinous eyes of the recruiter to land an in-person interview. This is your chance — perhaps your one shot — to wow the hiring manager and stand out from the competition. Nailing a job interview is all about preparation, but where do you start? We collaborated with […]
In Today’s “Always On” Economy, #Work-Life Balance is Becoming an Increasingly Precious Commodity for #JobSeekers and #Employees alike. But when it comes to achieving this balance, who is responsible for making it happen? Are your employees tasked with separating work from the rest of their commitments? Or, instead, does the onus of flexibility fall on company […]
When we talk about “Business Books,” we’re typically referring to works of Nonfiction. But if you’re looking to learn about #Leadership, #Entrepreneurship, or #CareerDevelopment, there’s no reason to limit your browsing to one section of the bookstore. Some of the most memorable and inspiring lessons on these topics come from fiction. Think tales of a failed […]
Your 20s are a time of discovery. You figure out who you are, what you want, and how to make it happen. The habits you establish during this time tend to stick and become the foundation of your adult life. Establishing positive ones can be the difference between success and failure. Develop habits in your 20s […]