Waking up in a 46-degree bedroom. Eating cereal for dinner–by flashlight. Waiting 3 hours at the gas pump. Getting little or no cell service for days on end. These are just a few of the many inconveniences that most of … Continue Reading

Last week, I got a troubling call from a client. She wanted my help in brainstorming a solution for a personal problem – her sister “Debbie” was having severe, stress-related issues at work; she was being bullied. Debbie felt helpless … Continue Reading

What if your job interview required that you engage in a head to head challenge with the other candidates. Imagine… every word you said, every move and mistake you made being caught on camera, broadcast to millions of people and … Continue Reading

Do you admit to your on-the-job mistakes? If you answered “NO,” you’re not alone. Now more than ever, there’s so much insecurity in the workplace that employees at every level are constantly pressured to improve their performance. But making a … Continue Reading

“I keep looking, day after day, and just can’t find a good opportunity.”“ I hate going to work every day. My career is going nowhere.”“I feel stagnant. I’m tired of status-quo living.”“ I still can’t believe THAT happened to ME. … Continue Reading

Last Monday, my staff and I met to discuss the “Bull Shit” and how to get rid of it at work. We dug deep to uncover all that stuff that clouds our days and keeps us from being ultra productive … Continue Reading

Last week, one of my recruiters had an all-out melt down. She was angry, frustrated and just plain pissed at all of the hours she spent going through “air ball” resumes. You know, those resumes that are totally, absolutely, embarrassingly … Continue Reading

My career began like many others, in a low-paying, foot in the door, seemingly-beneath-me opportunity. But one gig led to another, and –with hard work, focus and very little sleep–I eventually landed my dream job, working for a global music … Continue Reading

With the astronomical jobless rate and the skyrocketing cost of 4-year college, many are questioning the value and validity of a Bachelor’s degree. As a proud NYU alumnus, I treasure my education and wholeheartedly believe in the relevance of the … Continue Reading

While some firms are busy reacting to the economic downturn, progressive organizations are thinking one step ahead – toward the recovery. They’re looking to the future, where they hope to emerge as more profitable and prestigious. Many are using these … Continue Reading