THIS IS THE BIGGEST MISTAKE JOB SEEKERS MAKE
“Your fired!” “This just isn’t working out!” “We are downsizing/restructuring!” These words bring chills to the spines of all employed people. What do I do now? If you are like most people you go through the various stages of grief. At some point though you must get back on the treadmill and find a job. […]
You want to be a Leader. Before you make that next career move, figure out what it is you want to lead!
As a Career and Business Coach, I interact with professionals at different points in their careers, and different positions within the companies they currently or previously worked for. The vast majority of these people have risen through the ranks to hold positions of leadership within their organizations. Many would look from the outside and make […]
Communicate to Land The Perfect Job
As a career coach and business coach, I work with all types of individuals. Some are incredibly direct and assertive. Others are more coolly analytical. Some are quite friendly and relationship-oriented. Still others are laid back and mellow. Being able to assess a client’s, behavior style is critically important for me to be able to […]
Who Is Pareto? And Why Should I Care
As we learned last week, there are 86,400 seconds in a day and, no matter how you organize, shuffle, and rearrange, you will never get any more. Truly successful people understand that the only way they can “get more time” is to ALLOCATE the existing time differently. In today’s fast-paced world of email, cell phones, […]
Closing The Sale. No Pressure!!
Over many years in the sales profession I have heard from many people about why they “could not be in sales” One of the main reasons I have heard over the years is “I cannot be high pressure”. Most often they look surprised when I tell them “neither can I”. The days of high pressure […]
In-House or Outsource: How to Decide What’s Right for Your Business
As a business owner, you’ve probably come to realize that you can’t do it all yourself. Even if your business started out as a one-man show, customer demand may require you to expand your team. There are several routes you can take when you decide to hire someone to help meet the needs of your […]
How to Choose the Right Business Coach
Whether your business has hit a rut or you need a fresh perspective, a business coach can help you accomplish the success you envision for your company. It’s important to choose the right business coach to keep you and your company on the path to achieving your goals. Take these steps to select the right […]
5 Tips for Creating an Effective Sales Strategy
It’s a New Year, which means it’s time to set new sales goals. Constantly assessing and adjusting your goals is important. Sales teams who aren’t consistently meeting their targets typically do not have an effective sales strategy in place. If that’s the case in your organization, it could be slowing down your overall growth. Use […]
How Delegating Can Help Your Business Grow
Most leaders understand the significance of delegating, but just like many other aspects of business, it’s easier said than done. Your business is your pride and joy, so why would you trust others to handle the intricate features that make it successful? On the days that you feel overwhelmed with work and can’t find the […]
7 Effective Goal Setting Techniques for Your Business
Every business owner and entrepreneur should understand the vital role that goal setting plays in the growth of the company. Establishing a goal is the first step to achieving it, but some people have a tough time identifying the path to transforming their vision into reality. With the proper guidance and steps, goal setting can […]