Most people over-complicate the process of achieving success. Achieving success is often perceived as a complex puzzle, or according to those who play the ‘I’m a victim!’ card, only available to those who are supposedly privileged. The fact is there’s a simple equation for achieving success, which Zig Ziglar famously encapsulated, “You can have everything in life you… Read More »
Although no one likes a know-it-all, they dominate the Internet. The Internet began as a vast repository of information. It quickly became a breeding ground for self-proclaimed experts seeking what most people desire: recognition and money. Today, anyone with an Internet connection and some typing skills can position themselves, regardless of their education or experience, as a subject… Read More »
Employers are increasingly stating: “We want someone who can hit the ground running.” Essentially, the message is, “Don’t expect us to explain the basics. We expect you to know your sh*t.” Employers understand you’ll need time to learn their business, applications, software, infrastructure, etc. However, they expect that you’re proficient in Microsoft Office Suite software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint),… Read More »
When job seekers complain about being ghosted—a form of silent rejection where candidates hear nothing after submitting an application or having been interviewed—I wonder if they’re unaware of the changes in social norms and mannerisms. Do they not know that social norms and the workplace are intertwined? Since the advent of social media, manners, courtesy, and empathy have… Read More »
Why do job seekers insist on complaining about or fighting things they’ve no control over? The most successful people I know tend to go with the flow. This observation illustrates the power of adaptability and acceptance. A person who masters ‘going with the flow’ is better equipped to handle life’s ebbs and flows with ease and calmness. They… Read More »
Making assumptions (read: You notice, you imagine.) about other people based on their appearance, what they say or don’t say, and how they behave is a universal human tendency. We form first impressions of people by making assumptions about them, such as whether they’re: …and the assumptions go on. Making assumptions is quick and easy and reduces the… Read More »
Employers are human beings; like all humans, they look out for their interests. In other words, companies structure their hiring processes to identify and select candidates who will effectively serve their company’s interests. People with meteoric careers often envied, acknowledge, and therefore strategically work with two facts: “You can get everything in life you want if you will… Read More »
Right now, there are job opportunities all around you, with a catch: they’re attached to people. Hence, what you already know, networking is the most effective strategy for finding a job. If you still need convincing that networking is essential to landing a job, I recommend reading Why Networking is More Important than Ever Before by Leslie Stevens-Huffman,… Read More »
I’ll break it down: Your skills, resume, LinkedIn profile, and digital footprint will get you interviews. Your character and personality are what get you hired. Hence, the advice “Hire for attitude, not aptitude” is floated around. Rather than chasing more education and skills, consider taking a Dale Carnage course to enhance your social etiquette and become more likeable. Recently, an… Read More »
Business is all about numbers, making numbers the language of business. It’s puzzling why so many job seekers make their job search harder than needed by not speaking the language of business. The most common job search advice is to use numbers to showcase what you’re capable of. However, I rarely see a resume or LinkedIn profile populated… Read More »