The holiday season brings a flurry of activities. Professional associations have holiday parties. Your church has a special event, or two. You have three separate family events – his, mine, and ours. Even your neighbor has an open house! Making it to all these events can be a challenge – along with the major responsibility of

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Want a guarantee that you’ll get the job?
We all know how nerve-wracking job interviews can be. But did you know that a few words at the end of the interview can almost guarantee you’ll get the job? Ask for it. Yes, you read that right! Asking for the job can be a game-changer. Here’s why:
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Want More Freedom?
Got freedom?
The 4th of July gets me thinking about freedom. As Americans, we are probably the most free society on the planet. Yet, many of us feel we are “locked into” jobs that are not satisfying. I think some job distress comes from an overall feeling that ALL our time is committed. When we aren’t working, we have
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Is your salary enough? Prove it or move it.
It seems like getting a fair wage is tougher than ever, especially for seasoned salaried professionals. Here are some of the reasons why:
Your dollar just doesn’t stretch like it used to: Think about it—everything from your morning coffee to
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My father told me so
Where do you get your advice?
A client recently told me that she stayed three years in an abusive work relationship because her 85-year-old father told her she couldn’t afford to leave.
Yes, three years with a toxic boss who made her feel small, called her stupid to her face and called out fictitious “mistakes” in front of others. There’s no other word for this behavior: Abuse. And abuse has no place in the workplace.
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Rock your job hunt during the holidays!
The holidays are here, and while some may say it's a tough time to job hunt, I’m here to tell you that it's also a golden opportunity to prepare for your future career.
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Use Coincidence as Your Career Catalyst
I live by intuition and I have learned that it’s important to see coincidences as messages that need attention.
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Lights, Camera, Career: Learn from Tom Cruise's Career Dedication
So, we all know Tom Cruise is a total legend. Well, he's back in the latest "Mission: Impossible" flick, "Dead Reckoning Part One," and he's absolutely killing it! This guy's dedication to his craft is off the charts, and I can't help but admire him. I mean, he's 61 and still doing his own crazy stunts without any CGI!
Talk about commitment and passion for what he does! What if you used Tom’s dedication in your own job search?
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From Setbacks To Success: How Grace Can Transform Your Career
Hey there!
It's been quite a rollercoaster ride for me in the past year, and I wanted to share my story of ups and downs with you. Buckle up!
Picture this: Last year, I was enjoying a fantastic vacation in Alaska when fate had other plans for me. I slipped, fell, and broke my hip. Ouch! But hey, thanks to my healthy habits, I bounced back after surgery and even nailed my physical therapy.
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Score your dream job with this simple strategy
Let’s face it, competition for jobs is fierce. Today, you have to go the extra mile to attract attention and get an interview. Here are 5 discreet, practical strategies that will put you head and shoulders above the competition. No one has the time to do this for ALL job leads, but when you feel it’s the perfect opportunity, go for the SCORE.
S - Search on LinkedIn to find employees or company executives you can contact. Connect with an employee, learn about the company, and ask them to forward your resume.
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Why have a schedule for your job search?
Most people are so shocked by a job loss that their whole lives are turned upside down. They suddenly can’t pay regular bills, they lose their work friends, and they change their sleeping hours. Some even quit dressing and lounge around in underwear or pajamas most of the day.
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Announcing The New Website
We are delighted to announce the launch of our new website!
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Austin, here I come!
Did you ever fall in love with a city? I did. Austin, TX in 1997.
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What do you say when you lose someone?
I am still reeling from the December 29 passing of my dear friend and mentor, Lee Moczygemba.
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Can you let it be?
I’m a child of the 60s and I find Beatles music inspiring to this day. One song keeps running in my brain:
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Wait, Wait Before You Go…
87.5% of Viable Job Leads Come from Friends and Family
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5 Job interview blunders to avoid
I know. Interviewing for a job is probably the most confidence-shaking, nerve-racking experience you’ll ever have.
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How to unplug during holidays
Dear ________, I’ll keep this short because you are trying to get things done so you can enjoy the coming 3- or even 4-day weekend.
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Warning: What to Do about Your Impending Job Loss
The pandemic has caused a lot of us to rethink our lives.
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