Great Occupations

A client I’m working with has been notified that his position has been eliminated. He’s still on the payroll as he transitions his responsibilities to various parties at the company. He asked me a very good question this week about something I’ve never addressed here on the Daily Career Blog. I want to share his question and my response. Feel free to chime in with any additional insights you have or resources you know about so we can pass them along. The question: What questions should I be asking human resources, and what else do you suggest I do before my separation... Read the rest of this entry »

Found an excellent blog called Militarytobusinessmentor.com (M2B), which is authored by Tom Pappas, a West Point graduate and former Army officer (Captain, Field Artillery) who personally went through the difficult transition from a military career to a business career. In his article, "3 Major Differences Between the Military and the Business World," Tom makes some eye-opening distinctions in three important areas... Read the rest of this entry »

Today's article is focused on the Central Texas community because I thought it would be helpful for my neighbors here in Travis and Williamson counties to know about the wonderful resources available for networking with other job seekers. I live and breathe this stuff, but almost everyday I'm reminded that those new to job searching don't know what's out there to provide assistance and support. You don't have to go it alone! If you don't live in Central Texas and so can't use the resources listed below... Read the rest of this entry »

Earlier this week I presented a workshop during the Executive Women in Texas Government conference in Bastrop, Texas. I was paid in kind by the association with a wonderful luncheon and was able to attend 2 workshops given by other presenters. I was particularly impressed with Marny Lifshen and her program, “The Top Ten Mistakes Women Make in Networking.” While Marny’s observations about the overall differences in the way men and women have traditionally approached networking were spot on, her tips weren’t ALL gender-specific because... Read the rest of this entry »

In his book, Release Your Brilliance, Simon T. Bailey speaks about his belief that you have what he calls a Universal Assignment. He adds, “And you are the only person on this planet of 6.5 billion people that can fulfill that assignment. You are here on Earth for a very specific reason. There is a void in the world that needs your touch, your insight, your wisdom you magic. You are here to be different and to make a difference.” Ah, making a difference... that intrinsic quality we find so elusive in our careers. I once read a survey in which employees were asked what they want most from their jobs. Choosing from a list of options such as... Read the rest of this entry »