Career planning inevitably includes a discussion of risk. When I work with clients, we get into questions like … Should I quit my job if I’m miserable? … Should I accept this job even though I have to move to an unfamiliar city? … Should I tell my boss what I think about the new […]
Relocation checklist, last part
This post is the last in a series of three, commenting on a post by famed career writer Penelope Trunk. One recommendation is, “Move to an inexpensive city if you want to start a company.” This recommendation has some merit because you DO want to keep expenses low. However, there’s a trade-off. When I began […]
Relocation Checklist, continued.
This post continues the thread -a checklist based on a blog post by Penelope Trunk. Trunk’s second item is, ” Live where people have as much money as you do.” That’s worth considering, especially if you have children. When you buy the cheapest house on a wealthy block, your kids will have to deal with […]
Relocation Checklist: Does This One Make Sense?
Recently I came across a post by Penelope Trunk, the famous career writer. Never mind that I envy her fame and ability to be totally outrageous (alas, my life doesn’t include a stint as a volleyball player and a series of dramatic romantic scenarios – and I don’t write about family). She’s always got something […]
Dumb mistake at job interview can mean you are SMART
Did you just make a dumb mistake at a job interview? Or maybe when you met someone who’s critical to your success, you said EXACTLY the wrong thing? YOU’re not dumb. You’re probably doing this for a reason, often a good reason. This video explains 3 reasons for “dumb” mistakes and how to avoid them […]
Too tired for career change?
“I don’t feel like talking today,” said my client. “Too tired! Can we re-schedule?” We’ve all had moments when we feel we’re just to tired to work on that article or resume or special report. And career change? Exhausting just to think about! Sometimes a client will tell me he feels too tired to think […]