Organization that Provides Comfort to my Psyche
Organization that Provides Comfort to my Psyche
A friend and her husband were in Europe on holiday when her husband died suddenly. Not only did she have the devastating loss but the added complication of dealing with a death overseas. She returned home to take care of the legal complications of settling his affairs and getting [...]
Thank God for Unanswered Prayers (and Garth Brooks for that line)
Thank God for Unanswered Prayers (and Garth Brooks for that line)
When I was young and trying to find my way in the business world, I applied for jobs that sometimes only interested me in one area, and nowhere else. But the money was good, and I figured I could do them. So I went after [...]
Instead of a Face-lift, Choose a Career-lift -Get an Executive Coach
Debra Benton is described by Conde Nast Portfolio magazine as, “One of the top five executive coaches to have on speed dial.”
In today’s competitive business environment, having an executive coach isn’t a luxury. It’s a necessity. In a radically changing world, new work habits [...]
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How to Get a Good Shake
This happens every day in business: “Ralph (Ron or Ray) meets Laura in her office, and both nervously shake hands. Laura notices what feels like a wimpy, limp clasp. Both think to themselves, “Yech, what a poor handshake.” A two-second exchange like that sets an unease [...]
Surviving (Inevitable) Rejection
Rejection is inevitable in life, especially if you’re making an effort and putting yourself out there. Here are some thoughts I use to make it less painful when I get it.
First, try not to expect to get it before you actually do. Most of the negative situations you worry about will never happen. [...]