Email strategies for the socially-distanced workplace
With more people working from home, e-mail is probably gobbling up an increasing proportion of your day. So let’s look at some tips to sharpen your efforts. Consultant Kevin Eikenberry on his blog actually recommends some extra e-mails that you wouldn’t ordinarily send but he argues they can “improve your life and results.” They include:…
Who should be stepping up as mentors? Maybe it’s not who we think
The world of work is changing more quickly than ever before and, as the generation that’s been at the helm for the past few decades begins to collectively retire, companies are going to face a talent deficit. One of the best ways to prepare for this inevitable transition is to ensure the right mentors are…
Why companies are reviving efforts to hire internally
On discovering that 47 per cent of departing employees had left for more enticing opportunities elsewhere, Schneider Electric SE recently introduced a digital platform designed to help its people realize their career aspirations without jumping ship. Eventually, all 144,000 employees of the France-based multinational will be able to tap into Schneider’s internal talent pipeline by…
How to get the almighty #job interview, and what to do afterward
We usually consider interviews to be where we win jobs. But we can help our efforts in important moments both before and after those interviews, according to tips from Natasha Nurse and John Sullivan. Ms. Nurse, an entrepreneur, suggests applying the common journalistic Five Ws and How to your résumé. Those storytelling ingredients are important…
Want to grow your career? Then grow your network
Networking is perhaps one of the most common pieces of advice given to young professionals looking to grow their career. At the same time, many are not skilled at networking, so fail to reap its benefits in their careers. Regardless of where you are in your career, make growing your network a priority. These new…
The First 100 Days in A New Job – Make Them Count!
Have you recently taken on a new challenge? The first 100 days in a new office are absolutely pivotal when it comes to your success! Here are our tips on making your first 100 days count. The first 100 days decide whether or not you’re a successful hire, or a complete flop. It no longer…
11 Tips to Avoid a Toxic Boss in Your Next Job
As a career coach, I’m trained to be objective when coaching my clients. To view situations with loving detachment. But there are times when I feel fiercely protective over my clients and angry at what they are going through at their place of work. What could cause this level of anger? It’s the #1 thing…
Use LinkedIn to Boost Your Online Brand
Spending time on LinkedIn profile development can set you up for success in many different ways. When you start seeing LinkedIn as a way to enhance your career for the long-term rather than simply a platform you need to update to keep up with the trends, then you’ll have many more opportunities come your way.…
Achieve Balance and Success in Career and in Life
Achieve Balance and Success in Career and in LifeI used to define success only in the context of career – how far up the corporate ladder I could climb and how much money or bonus I could earn. I think years of business and life experience have taught me to take a much broader perspective…