Three Communication Styles That Can Derail Your Career Progress

In any given workplace, there are a wide variety of communication styles on display. While the variation creates a rich environment for engaging and sharing ideas, there are a few styles and behaviors that get in the way of your communication and career success. If you or someone you know resemble one of the three styles: watchmaker, interruptor, or arguer, it's time to get help and adapt your communication style.

By |2018-07-19T08:24:15-05:00July 19th, 2018|Career, Challenging Conversations|2 Comments

7 Tips for Nailing Your Presentation to the Board of Directors

While some people view an invitation to present to the Board of Directors as a prison sentence (or worse), this truly can be a career enhancing opportunity. However, like any challenging situation, preparation and attitude are keys to success. Here are 7 tips to help ease your anxiety and ensure you stay focused on delivering a great presentation.

By |2016-10-22T17:11:38-05:00June 22nd, 2011|Career|0 Comments

Marketing Yourself Part II: Defining Your Professional Value Proposition

Job search is a hot topic right now, and I received a number of notes from individuals who read my Irreverent Opinions of a Resume Hobbyist post the other day, asking for input about how to craft a Personal/Professional Value Proposition to support their job-hunting activities. I said in the post that I view this as the hardest task in developing an effective resume (and self-marketing strategy), and is the area where you will likely spend the most time creating content and agonizing over wording.

By |2016-10-22T17:12:17-05:00December 18th, 2008|Marketing, Strategy|2 Comments
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