Thinking Outside the Box
I remember how wonderful I felt at first when I was hired to run a national company. I was thrilled with my new title and excited to take on the challenge of resurrecting a company that was doing poorly. I was up for the challenge. The position meant a move to Chicago...
Lessons Learned from the Snow
I heard on the news this morning that we have had more snow so far this January than any previous January on record. Every week we have at least one storm and most weeks it’s two. Shoveling is now a part of our normal routine. The first big snowstorm was stressful...
You Got the Interview. Now Get the Job.
Congratulations! It’s not easy to land an interview for a new position these days. The market place is overloaded with qualified applicants seeking employment, and the fact that you made it this far is indeed encouraging. But, you still need to ace the interview and...
Advocate for an Advocate
A recent Catalyst study demonstrates that mentoring does not help career advancement to the degree that sponsorship does. Mentoring is defined as career advice and guidance and sponsorship is advocacy. Usually sponsors have more senior positions than mentors, and it...
Are You Ready for a Dazzling, Love-Filled Life?
What if you could feel like you’re in love EVERY DAY of your life? And what if you could dissolve any heartache, pain, or emptiness and experience the ecstasy of an open heart? You can. . . by learning how to Love for No Reason. In her extraordinary new book Love For...
Marci Shimoff and Debbie Phillips
Two powerful women with inspiring messages will join me to share their best advice on how to live a more satisfying and successful life. Best-selling author, Marci Shimoff, reveals the secrets to unconditional love from her latest book, Love for No Reason. Marci...
GPS Your Life and Career
I have always traveled quite a bit for business, and before every trip I would diligently print out my airline ticket, the rental car information, and directions from the airport to my destination. Often this meant trying to read Mapquest directions while driving on a...
Happy Holidays!
My Best Wishes to you for a wonderful career and beautiful life! May 2011 be the year that propels your career and business beyond your wildest dreams!! Thank you for all your support during the year. My gift to you this holiday season is "How to Be Happy for No...
The Big Juicy Payoff
Our decision to buy a new car is often more about the status and sex appeal than transportation and functionality. We can purchase a great looking pair of jeans any where, but we are more likely to choose a popular brand that has some status and recognition. The...