Career Development

FOLLOW YOUR HEART

The sad news of Apple CEO Steve Jobs passing hit me hard. He was a poster man for living a life based on passion and following your dreams. He inspires us to hang on to our dreams despite critics. My favorite quote from Jobs is from a commencement speech Jobs gave, “Remembering that you are [...]

Workplace Coach: People Leave Bad Bosses!

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What makes for a bad boss? Beauty is in the eye of the beholder but this post includes my top ten list.

Workplace Coach: The Coaching Leadership Style

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So what is coaching? Coaching is a collaborative partnership centered on achieving goals. The primary objective of coaching is to develop the person being coached. In a nutshell, it is a way of leading that supports, champions, guides and challenges an individual to maximize their potential and performance.

Workplace Coach: Approach self-review process as a way to prove value as an employee

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It’s that time of year again — holidays and the dreaded annual performance review. In addition to pay increases (which may be few and far between this year, given this economy), reviews offer other opportunities, like securing flextime/extra vacation days or development resources, improving the relationship between you and your boss, identifying the path to [...]

Workplace Coach: Respect goes a long way in the workplace

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This column was prompted by a reader who contacted me regarding her distress at co-workers who undermine each other in her workplace. Unfortunately I hear this complaint far too often. Along with the undeniable increase in most people’s workloads, it seems that rudeness and disrespect are also on the rise. Demonstrating personal and professional respect [...]

Workplace Coach: What to do — and not — at a new job

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Congratulations — you got a new job! No doubt you are anxious to make a good first impression. You can bet your new co-workers and boss are anxious to see how you will fit in. Here are some tips to get you off on the right foot. Dos. Have a positive attitude. Attitude speaks volumes [...]

Workplace Coach: Don’t let a poor reaction to stress ruin your career

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THE HOLIDAYS are stressful. Add in this year’s recession, with one in five workers worried about losing their jobs, and it’s not surprising that many workers are downright grumpy. Many companies have cut back on bonuses, even sacred holiday parties, while asking workers to “do more with less.” As a result, nerves get frayed and [...]

Workplace Coach: Change is coming — you need to change with it

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How do you react to change? Your answer may affect your career — more than you might believe. “Resilient” individuals are recognized for their ability to absorb change more effectively than their less resilient counterparts; they adapt to change positively, keeping their composure, without the change negatively affecting their emotional, mental or physical well-being — [...]

Workplace Coach: Set professional goals that will produce more ‘flow’

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The end of the year is a good time to reflect on lessons learned — and to set professional goals for next year. Making general New Year’s resolutions is one thing; establishing compelling, defined career goals and an action plan to achieve them is another. Start by thinking back to the past year — identify [...]

Workplace Coach: Finding a ‘right fit’ job can improve happiness

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If you are frequently bored, anxious or apathetic in your job, there is a high probability that your current job simply isn’t a good fit with your talents and skills. Success in your career is up to you. Finding a job that matches your interests, skills and talents is key to success and job satisfaction. [...]