How to master the 'Tell Me About Yourself' Interview Question Answering the 'Tell Me About Yourself' question in an interview can be a challenging task for many individuals. It's often the initial question posed, setting the tone for the entire interview. Failing to prepare for this question can create a negative impression on potential employers and greatly diminish your chances of making a favorable impact or securing the job. Understanding the Trap: Turning an Opportunity into a Compelling Introduction Such a seemingly innocuous question can be a deceptively tricky one to navigate. It is no ..read more

LinkedIn is a vital platform for senior managers and executives looking to advance their careers. However, with millions of users vying for attention, how can you distinguish yourself and forge connections that expand your network and enrich your professional life? This article offers strategies tailored to senior professionals, focusing on creating meaningful connections, leveraging LinkedIn’s tools effectively, and engaging in activities that deepen professional relationships. Table of Contents Common Challenges in Building a Professional Network on LinkedIn Understanding the Value of Meani ..read more

You likely (and hopefully) have job reference relationships, people in your back pocket that you believe to be in your corner and ready to act as a professional reference for you, or help you out when you call. When is the last time you checked-in on those job reference relationships? To see how they are doing? Congratulate them on their progress? Share something of value? Offer to help? Take them out for lunch? Have you let things lapse so much that their strong reference and unwavering support may be less readily available? If you’re like most of our clients, the answer is likely yes. Here’s ..read more

Are you excited about what's possible for your professional life this year? Do you have a plan to grow? It is very normal to lose sight of those goals or ignore the power that a new 12-month cycle brings. I'm going to guess that as the New Year rolls over, you’ll have one of three states: (1) excitement about continued success and growth, (2) resolution to figure out how to fix a bad or just so-so professional situation, or (3) resignation/settling that you'll continue to coast or endure your professional situation. My professional view working with thousands of clients over the years is that ..read more

In your professional journey, you experience key career moments that impact your direction and focus. To gain more control over your professional future, try viewing your career as comprised of two elements: these key career moments, and all of the work you do in-between. The important realization is that key events generate the content and quality of your work. Some key career moments are predictable and others happen spontaneously, turning out in retrospect to be pivotal moments on your professional journey. These key events can last a few seconds, a minute, an hour or a few days. Let’s desc ..read more

Start 2024 With Smart Action: Take the Free Career Management Assessment Are you excited about what's possible for your professional life this year? Do you have a plan to grow? It is very normal to lose sight of those goals or ignore the power that a new 12-month cycle brings. I'm going to guess that as the New Year rolls over, you’ll have one of three states: (1) excitement about continued success and growth, (2) resolution to figure out how to fix a bad or just so-so professional situation, or (3) resignation/settling that you'll continue to coast or endure your professional situation. My pr ..read more

Reference Relationship Maintenance for 2024 You likely (and hopefully) have reference relationships, people in your back pocket that you believe to be in your corner and ready to act as a professional reference for you, or help you out when you call. When is the last time you checked-in on those reference relationships? To see how they are doing? Congratulate them on their progress? Share something of value? Offer to help? Take them out for lunch? Have you let things lapse so much that their strong reference and unwavering support may be less readily available? 5-Min Move: Touch base with a La ..read more

Building Job Security Through Professional Relationships in 2024 I hope you are fortunate to have a boss who is your biggest champion. When the only person in your organization who knows the good work you do is your immediate manager, you have a problem. Your boss has their own career pressures. Your boss may view their success as being dependent on you staying where you are. And many managers are not attuned to the development needs of their team. Not to mention the risk of relying on one champion who at some point may leave the team or the organization leaving you without a sponsor. There is ..read more

How to master the 'Tell Me About Yourself' Interview Question Answering the 'Tell Me About Yourself' question in an interview can be a challenging task for many individuals. It's often the initial question posed, setting the tone for the entire interview. Failing to prepare for this question can create a negative impression on potential employers and greatly diminish your chances of making a favorable impact or securing the job. Understanding the Trap: Turning an Opportunity into a Compelling Introduction Such a seemingly innocuous question can be a deceptively tricky one to navigate. It is n ..read more

11 Essential Career Tips for a Successful Year Ahead. As we step into a new year, it's the perfect time to give your career a well-deserved boost. Whether you're aiming for professional growth, better networking, or simply looking to enhance your work-life balance, these 11 essential tips are here to guide you. From decluttering your inbox to becoming a thought leader in your field, each piece of advice is designed to empower you in making informed decisions for your career. So, let's dive into these practical strategies and set the stage for a successful year ahead. Tip #1. Inbox Detox Everyo ..read more