by Art Petty | Jul 26, 2013 | Career
In the course of my work coaching, managing and hiring, I encounter far too many individuals who have nothing to point to when it comes to skills development and continuing education. How you answer these questions speaks volumes about you as a professional. Four...
by Art Petty | Jul 18, 2013 | Career, Just One Thing
I confess to having not used the descriptor “smarty pants” since sometime before I turned 11, but I was reminded of it the other day in a Wall Street Journal article on the potential nomination of economist, Larry Summers, to the Chairmanship of the Federal Reserve....
by Art Petty | Jun 28, 2013 | Career
It seems that almost everyone I encounter is in midst of a career change of some sort. Good people of all ages and experiences are interested in doing something new, something different or aspiring to something at a high level. Part of the process of moving up or...
by Art Petty | Jun 14, 2013 | Career
Some career opportunities are wrapped in gold leaf and hand-delivered on a silver-platter. Don’t let one of these precious invitations slip through your fingers. There are no guarantees you’ll remain on the invitee list. These invitations show up in different...
by Art Petty | Jun 5, 2013 | Career, Just One Thing, Strategy
Much like my topic a few weeks ago emphasizing the importance of finding time to think deeply about the big issues in front of us, it takes deliberate and sometimes herculean effort to find focus in our work lives. Focus is a key ingredient on the critical path to...
by Art Petty | May 31, 2013 | Career
Being miserable in a job is not the normal state of existence. If this is your prevailing mood in the workplace, something is obviously wrong and needs your attention and action. While it’s fun to run into people who gush about how much they love their work, my...
