In this space last month, we talked a bit about preparing for the inevitable finality of life. Stuff happens. Much of it unavoidable! But while we’re in the middle of our day to day there’s an awful lot that can impact our productivity and functionality. Whether these circumstances are avoidable or not, isn’t the issue.…
Among a few unavoidable circumstances in life is aging. It happens to everyone. If we have been fortunate in our lives, we may have built a strong network of family and friends, maybe accumulated a retirement fund, an investment portfolio, real estate and other representations of accomplishment. If you’re not there yet, there’s something to…
As I’ve mentioned here before, I frequently get around via public transportation. This past weekend was no different. Heading out to see some free, live music, my sojourn required two busses to my destination and two for the return. The ride to my destination is usually the better timed. On this return trip, however, the…
You’ve busted your butt for much longer than you ever could have imagined in finding your new job. After multiple interviews that didn’t pan out, rejections, and the silence of non-responses from countless submissions, you finally landed a gig! Whether it’s the job of your dreams, a stopover on the way to something bigger and…
If you are fortunate enough to live near or have ever been to any open space, like parks, empty fields, etc., you have probably encountered what is referred to as a “social path.” You’ve undoubtedly seen them: What started out as an area that showed no footprints, over time became worn and devoid of natural…
Whether we’re talking about local, state, or national elections, candidates or referendums, there is little in our discourse as polarizing as our political opinions. Discussions about religion can be equally contentious. In our country, we (supposedly) have the right of free speech, to express our views and make our opinions known. Thanks to the growth…
Traditionally, it has been suggested that a job candidate should spend the last few minutes of an interview asking questions. This is a practice I highly encourage. It is important for a job seeker to fully understand what they need to know in order to make an educated assessment of the employer and if that…
Are you a music fan? Do you listen to podcasts? When you listen to prerecorded content, do you listen actively or passively? Does what you’re listening to have your complete attention, or are you trying to do a variety of other things while listening? Most of our listening in the course of our day is…
It wasn’t that long ago, when you accepted a job offer, the employer anticipated that you’d stick around for a “while.” Businesses valued loyalty and those workers who stayed around long enough reaped the added benefits of their commitment to their employer. Yet, over the last couple of decades, that “while” has dwindled from a…
For reasons beyond reason, the current administration has decided that Nursing is no longer to be classified as a Profession. And, unfortunately, they are serious! Removing this “professional” designation for nursing is an insane, totally unwarranted and misguided slap in the face to the millions of women and men in the United States who…
When it comes right down to reality, there is very little in this life that we, as individuals, actually own. Think about it: Do you own your own home? Or does a bank or mortgage company own it and you’re paying them for the right to live there? How about your car? Do you own…
For the longest time, it seemed like employers had a preference for Chronological resumes. Certainly, that’s what the career centers, employment counselors and books on the subject suggested. A chronological resume featured the applicants’ work history in reverse historical order, most recent jobs first. Each job listed would state specific actions performed, equipment used, (hopefully)…
There’s been a lot of discussion lately about the proliferation of AI. Certainly, the ongoing development of machines and software that can learn and apply its data, speed up problem-solving, and attempt to mimic human behavior aren’t going anywhere, anytime soon. There’s no denying that AI technology utilization is hitting mass acceptance due in part…
The reality is, particularly when it comes to job search, the seeker is almost always going to contend with more “no,” than “yes.” If only every applicant could find their dream job on the first try! Heck, any job on the first shot! But the numbers just aren’t in our favor. So, it is a…
Regardless of your own personal attitudes toward the use and legalization of cannabis products, the reality is that the pot industry isn’t going anywhere. And while canna-biz might not be growing at the pace many predicted or hoped, its presence in the consumer marketplace is undeniable. Whether for medicinal or recreational use, edibles, tinctures, flower…
Since the late 19th Century, when our forebearers began the transition from animal and human-powered transportation (think oxen or horse-drawn carriages and bicycles) to the earliest cars, the automotive industry has seen a tremendous amount of change. Nearly every aspect of the way cars are designed and manufactured has undergone near continuous transformation. Through all…
We are now entering Graduation Season. A Rite of Spring that conveys completion, accomplishment and change. So let me say: Congratulations on your graduation. May it be the first step on your way to achieving your goals and dreams! But let’s get real. Whatever your circumstances, whatever your goals, getting where you want to go…
While waiting for a friend in a hotel lounge recently, I had the chance to speak with the in-house staffing manager prior to his meeting and interview with a prospective employee. The manager, Randall, had been actively recruiting for a new sales manager to bring in more convention business and to oversee catering and meeting…
While visiting a friend in Hong Kong in 1979, I was invited to tour the refugee camps that were occupied by the Vietnamese “boat people.” After the fall of Saigon in 1975, over 200,000 immigrants barely arrived in Hong Kong from Viet Nam on mostly insanely overcrowded, rickety vessels, having upended their lives and livelihoods…
Since the recent U.S. presidential election, there’s been a fair amount of speculation about what the employment picture will look like under the incoming administration. As of this writing, there are no guarantees about how jobs will be affected. And the speculation will likely continue for the immediate future only because any actions taken by…
