As some of you know, I am currently in full swing searching for a new job. In September I accepted the hard fact that I've been unhappy and stressed for too long in my current role and really need a change. Things started to turn sour when I was denied a promotion, and I realized there’s a lot of bad decision-making happening at the executive level. It's also hard doing the … [Read more...]
Business And Management Lessons From Peter Drucker
Peter Drucker is often referred to as "the founder of modern management," making large impacts through his work in management consulting, teaching, and writing 39 books. He also wrote for the Wall Street Journal, The Economist, and The Harvard Business Review. This influential guy knew how to keep busy, and there are some helpful business lessons from Peter Drucker that every … [Read more...]
When It’s Finally Time To Find A New Job: My Job Search Quest Begins
Life is funny. When we're kids we have all kinds of fun and crazy ideas of what we want to be when we grow up. We were free from inhibitions, fears, and biases because we were busy being enthusiastic, curious, and silly. But as we grow up, our thoughts and aspirations can become cloudy and more uncertain. Doubt creeps in, and we find ourselves having a lot more questions than … [Read more...]
How To Negotiate A Severance Package From A Job You Hate
For a couple years now, I've been trying to spread the message that one should never quit their jobs, but get laid off instead and negotiate a severance package. I got laid off in 2012, and it was one of the best things that could have ever happened to me because I planned for it. Since being laid off, I've spent several months traveling abroad, I've seen my parents six more … [Read more...]
10 Tips To Improve Your Writing Skills And Help You Get Ahead
Are you looking for tips to improve your writing skills? Even if you're a well seasoned writer, there are always ways to polish your talents. This post includes 10 helpful suggestions you can follow to become a better writer. As you enhance your skills, you'll be able to reap more and more benefits that will help you get ahead in your career. And your relationships will improve … [Read more...]