Tips on Networking and Mentors
I had some great questions from participants in my “How to Break Free From the Mid-Career Slump” online Master Class. Here I’m answering three questions on networking and mentors.
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3 Powers To Help You Influence People
Learn about 3 powers you can use to gain influence and advance your career in this quick “in the moment” interview with Leadership Academy speaker, Anne Miller.
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Doing “Stupid” Things Can Help You Focus
Have you ever done something really stupid? The reality is that we all do. The thing that matters is what happens next – how you take it forward. Here’s how it applies to having a successful career.
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A Common Weakness That Holds Back Careers
I had a chance to ask over 200 professionals for their view on which of five career-enhancing capabilities is most challenging for them. I was surprised by what they said. Is this weakness holding back your career?
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How Four Job Seekers Created Their Own Luck
Looking for a job can feel like a tough slog. Here are the stories of four job seekers who landed jobs and how they did it.
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What I Would Change If I Could Do It All Over Again
A good friend recently asked me what I would change if I had to do it all over again. Here’s what I said I would do differently, knowing what I know now.
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3 Questions To Ask When Hiring A New Team Member
Three questions that provide interesting perspectives that can help you be better at marketing yourself as a potential team member and choosing new people for your team.
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Words That Can Destroy Your Credibility
The words you use can build up your image, while others can destroy your credibility. Here are six words and phrases to avoid if you want to come across as credible and confident.
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Unwritten Rules
When you’re new in a role or an organization, how do you figure out the unwritten rules and prevent mishaps from damaging your reputation? Here are two categories of “unwritten rules” that I’ve come across.
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7 Mistakes To Avoid When Asking For Help
When asking for help, you want to remove as many barriers to getting to “yes” as possible. Here’s a real world example of how not to do it, and how you can avoid making the same mistakes.
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