Procrastination – The Symptom not the Cause
Procrastination – The Symptom not the Cause Procrastination is one of those buzz phrases that people use often, sometimes with a negative connotation, other times with a shrug and a laugh like it’s just the way it is and they are powerless to change it. Procrastination, itself, is never the issue though. It’s just the […]
No Time……..Really??
No Time……..Really?? I love to pay attention to the language I use and also the words my clients choose. Being aware of our own language provides a window into where we may have blind spots, fears or beliefs standing in our way. I often catch my clients using the phrase, “I just don’t have time.” It’s […]
Life Sure is Funny Sometimes!
Life Sure is Funny Sometimes! Life sure is funny sometimes! Over the last couple of weeks I’ve been putting a lot of thought into the Keys to Success for an interview. You can see the video I did on the subject on my blog here: 4 Keys to Success (And, yes, the play button is […]
4 Keys to Success
4 Keys to Success What is the definition of success? At first glance, this question seemed so simple. Upon further thought, however, it took my brain all kinds of places. Can success be measured in a moment or do you measure it after time? Is it measured based on material things or is success something […]
Will You Be Re-Entering The Workforce?
Will You Be Re-Entering The Workforce? IF YOU CAN – START PREPARING WHILE YOU ARE OUT!Many individuals leave the workforce for a period of time for one reason or another. It is always scary, especially if you have an established career. There are, however, steps that you can take while you are out to prepare […]
Thinking About Starting a Work from Home Business or Doing Some Freelance Work?
Thinking About Starting a Work from Home Business or Doing Some Freelance Work? Here are some things to think about when setting your rates The first step is to find some local salary information. You want to be competitive. Check classifieds to see if salary is listed in any of the ads or search the internet. […]
Dress for Success: Even Working From Home Requires a Dress Code
Dress for Success: Even Working From Home Requires a Dress Code I’m sure you’ve seen the commercial – and I’ve referenced it before. The woman gets up, exercises, takes care of her daughter and then conducts business in pajama bottoms and slippers with her baby nearby. I wish that this was reality but, for the […]
Managing a Telecommuter
Managing a Telecommuter For some leaders, allowing for telecommuting requires a change in management philosophy and style. If you have been used to watching the clock and judging productivity based on the number of overtime hours your employees are working, you will need to change you mindset. You will not be able to walk by […]