Nov
30
2009
It’s a rare thing to be working alone, solo. While you may have myriad responsibilities that are yours and for which you must take ownership, you will be working with others as part of a team. And even if you’re self-employed, you may be working for yourself, but maybe not by yourself. Whether directly or [...]
Tags: collaboration, positive attitude, teamwork
Nov
16
2009
In meeting with a group of recent and soon-to-be college graduates, I fielded a lot of questions about internships. Psych, Poli-Sci, Media & Communications majors, among others, shared equal interest in how to find, and get accepted into programs that would provide them a chance to gain experience and exposure to their chosen fields.
Their [...]
Tags: internships, research
Nov
02
2009
That IS The Question!
Whether ‘tis nobler to exhibit discretion when it comes to sharing your thoughts and experiences via Twitter, Facebook or other online social medium, or to just let it roll out your brain and onto the screens of your network of friends, family, admirers, and complete strangers. Because once it goes out, there [...]
Tags: distraction, smart phones, texting, Workplace etiquette