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 [...]
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. [...]
Rules are not different for men or women - unless you let them be.
Rules are not different for men or women - unless you let them be.
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In 1985 I was a speaker at the Young President’s Organization leadership conference in Mexico City. The organizer became my event mentor.
Afterwards I learned from him that my audience rating ranked higher then the male speakers. Heartened, I discussed [...]
“It takes many good deeds to build a good reputation, and only one bad one to lose it” - Benjamin Franklin
photo credit: AMagill
As a leader you have to be willing to pay a ransom for your good name. There are people out there skilled at giving good guys a bad name.
If you have [...]