I spent almost two decades working ridiculously hard and having no fun. I gave myself reasons, such as "This is the price you pay to work for a tech company,"...
A wise man named Henry Ford said, “Whether you believe you can do a thing or not, you are right.” Attitude is a key component of success, especially when you’re interviewing...
If someone makes a point that's no longer relevant, it's a moot point, not a mute point. The term moot came from British law. AÂ moot court was where law students argued...
When you're filling in the gaps and expanding on a new idea, you're fleshing out the idea, not flushing out the idea. Think of it as a drawing of a person...
Presenting information to executives requires a different communication style. Typically, when communicating with executives, we gradually build our case to a particular conclusion. That is not the optimal approach. Instead,...
In helping people who’ve been out of the job market for many years highlight their core skills and find a new position, I’m often surprised at how little data they...
Which sites are the best for job hunting? If you're like many people in the job market today, you're unfamiliar with the latest job hunting resources, including knowing which sites...
Most people want to make a good first impression (or second, or third...
It's interesting that the game Candy Crush has taken the world by storm. The only way to score points and move to the next level is to play over and...
Most people think innovation happens by luck or coincidence. A new idea, like a seedling, needs nutrients and time to grow. Be a good gardener. If you need help explaining a new idea, Cary Communications...