Over the past 10 years, I have focused increasingly on my career plan—my short and long-term plans and what I needed to do to achieve my goals. I have seen steady progress since I accepted responsibility for my career and success. But the past five years represent the greatest increase in my progress. I want […]
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3 Things I Will Always Be Thankful for Professionally
Throughout my career, I have been fortunate to work with a large, diverse group of talented people. I have learned a great deal from them and I have also had the opportunity to provide guidance and support as well. There are many experiences that I am thankful for but here are three key things […]
Using Twitter for Career Development
Social Media and Career Development Most professionals are very busy, with many feeling over committed or struggling to make time for everything they want to accomplish. With new opportunities and social norms continuing to evolve, the savviest professionals understand the importance of deciding how they will use social media for career development—this includes selecting which […]
Today’s Workplace: Thriving in Your First 90 Days
By Andy Gregory and Tuesday Strong. Andy is founder of recruiting firm CGP Network. Tuesday Strong is founder of Strong Performance Management LLC. Originally published on Inside Indiana Business on January 18, 2016. As awkward and difficult as starting a new job can be, the flip side is a clean slate. What are you […]
Do you have a values-driven career?
Our Values Motivate Our Decisions Perhaps your work environment and current role are in alignment with your values. Our professional lives become a significant part of the impact we make and what we are remembered for. Do you have a values-driven career? Many of us go through various exercises throughout our careers to discover what […]
Want to Advance Your Career? Get Out of Your Comfort Zone
Doing what you’ve always done and expecting different results? One of my favorite quotes is “if you do what you’ve always done, you’ll get what you’ve always gotten” by Tony Robbins. I’ve been fortunate to have experienced a variety of circumstances that have forced me to frequently adapt to change, seldom appreciating the ‘comfort of […]
Develop Your Career by Staying Focused
Can You Help Develop Your Career by Staying Focused? What have you done lately to help develop your career by staying focused? It was while watching a great blue heron during a beautiful Captiva Island sunset that I realized how similar we are—that heron and me. The heron was doing his job. He moved […]
Advance Your Career: Be an Asset to Your Employer
Advance Your Career: Be the Obvious Choice! Most of us know of someone that has been affected by job loss. Permanent employment is nearly a term used exclusively by prior generations. There are several actions you can take now to position yourself to be preferred by your employer. Particularly during difficult economic times employers […]