Is everything going “okay?” Is “okay” good enough? Every now and then it is healthy to take a “time out” and reflect upon our career situation. Is it time for a change? Here are some questions to ask yourself to help answer that question – based on a recent Harvard Business Review article. 1. Reflect over the past three months. *How are you doing? Objectively, … [Read more...] about Is it Time for a Career Change?
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Focus Your Passion
We are all so very busy that it is sometimes easy to lose sight of our passion. Here are three steps you can take to focus your passion. First, take some quiet time and ask yourself the question: “What would the world look like if I could have it any way I wanted it?” As you answer this question, you will note that there is a big gap between the kind of world you … [Read more...] about Focus Your Passion
Your Job Offer Scoring System
“Show me the money!!!” It’s a fun thing to say! It even got Cuba Gooding Jr. an Academy Award. But we all know that a Job Negotiation is more than just the money. The next time you are involved in a Job Negotiation – whether it is a promotion or a role at a new organization – consider creating a “scoring system” for yourself. This can help guide you through the … [Read more...] about Your Job Offer Scoring System
Your Career Checkup
How is your career moving along? It is never a bad time for a checkup. Here are six great questions to ask yourself, based on a recent article in Harvard Business Review, as you look at your career future: 1. How do I tap into my purpose? Having a job is a good thing. But are there better ways that you can tap into your purpose – either in this job or another one in … [Read more...] about Your Career Checkup
SWOT Your Personal Goals
Do you have a big personal goal that you don’t know how to achieve? SWOT it! SWOT is not just for organization strategy. First, imagine yourself accomplishing this new, big goal. (Check here to learn more about The Power of Goalsetting.) Next – with that goal in mind – ask yourself: What Strengths do I have that can help me achieve that goal? Don’t list all of … [Read more...] about SWOT Your Personal Goals