“No Excuses,” I tell myself. “I’ll get started right away. . . But first, I...
In a recent post, I briefly talked about some of the negative thinking and excuses we make. We allow these thoughts to swim through our heads, breeding fear and insecurity in our hearts and minds and...
View ArticleWhat’s Your Attitude? Is it Contagious? Or Does it Repel?
Are you a movie buff? Or are you a sucker for a good action film or chick flick? My favorite types of movies are those based on real-life events. And although I realize Hollywood fictionalizes some...
View ArticleHave an Interview Horror Story? Tips to Shine at Your Next Career Fair
You arrive late because you forgot to pick up your suit from the cleaners. You didn’t have a chance to check you appearance in the bathroom before the interview began, so the entire time you...
View ArticleAre You Really Stuck?
Do you feel stuck? In your career? In life, in general? Feeling “stuck” in your career is certainly not a good feeling. What precedes it? A number of reasons could be the underlying culprit, such as...
View ArticleBelief Is Just the Beginning
Over the weekend, my husband and I went to the movie theater to watch the documentary The Providence Effect. The movie chronicles the journey of Paul J. Adams III, a black man with activist roots in...
View ArticleYour Dream Career Awaits, Start Here
A few months ago (literally) I sat on my couch pouting about how I wanted to more aggressively pursue my writing dreams and gain greater traction in the publishing world. But then I realized (with the...
View ArticleDon’t Worry, Be Happy
I love songs that encourages a state of mind that supersedes life’s circumstances and challenges. It’s amazing how music can alter a mood, lift spirits, and dramatically change one’s outlook on careers...
View ArticleStuck in Your Ways? Change It Up, Say Experts
If you want to feel good about yourself — and I would argue, move ahead in your career — then change your behavior and start acting differently. That’s the premise of a new study out of Wake Forest...
View ArticleManage Your Career Path With These Personal Branding Tips
Personal branding is for anyone who wants to achieve certain goals in life and in career. Do you want to stand out from the crowd? Advance your career and in your industry? Harness your inner passion...
View ArticleResume Writing Tip: Ensure Your Summary Statement Reflects Your Personal Brand
Writing the Summary Statement on your resume can seem like a difficult task for job seekers. In the first place, many professional don’t like to talk about themselves. And, admittedly, some don’t like...
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