Professional Development
Remember that when that perfect opportunity comes along, you want the key influencers and decision makers to think of you. Set aside even five minutes each week to ensure that the right people understand the value you bring.
Many find self-promotion draining and difficult but absolutely essential — yes, a necessary evil. Learn about three common roadblocks to self-promotion and how you can move past them.
Usually, when I ask a leader about the most critical things they want to accomplish from a business standpoint, they rattle off a list of things. The same thing happens when I ask about their teams. Very few of them can easily articulate the two or three areas of focus that guide everything they do.
General of the Army Dwight Eisenhower served as our president. General Colin Powell became secretary of state. Many officers who leave the army to enter the private sector succeed when they use the leadership skills they have learned while serving their country.
I wish I could say that doing a good job is enough. It simply isn’t. Although performance matters, understanding and playing by the unwritten rules can have a huge impact on your career advancement.
Networking can be a full time job if you let it. Try these three simple strategies to network efficiently and effectively.
Spanish executive Juan Carlos de la Osa shares an anecdote about signing a contract with a Swedish company. The contract was three pages long. He then signed a similar contract with an American company — same terms, same issues — but the contract was 24 pages long!
If you find yourself holding back, what makes you reluctant to speak up? Let’s take a look at three thoughts that might prevent you from sharing your views, and what you can do about each of them so that others can benefit from the value you bring.
Without a full debate taking place on important issues, the results often don’t address all of the points that require attention. Try these tips to help promote thoughtful consideration when debating relevant issues.
People often overlook a crucial part of the job search process: how to make it easy for those who have graciously agreed to help. These four simple strategies can make a big difference in your level of success.
