Change Your Behavior – Change Your Results
Be open to correcting any behaviors that are holding you back. Many folks in the workplace use the term “leave your baggage at the door.” Through this statement we are telling people that they need to bring their “A” game to work.
The Definition of Complacency, Its Meaning and How It Affects You and Your BusinessThe definition of complacency as far as the most dictionaries are concerned is: A feeling of smug or uncritical satisfaction with oneself or one’s achievements. But the definition of complacency as far as business goes is really just having a lazy attitude to your business. If you are to succeed you need to remove this personality trait from your personality as soon as possible. This characteristic usually rears its head once you have achieved some form of success and you simply believe you deserve the success and are not paying attention to what is really going on…
Use This Powerful Tool During The InterviewNeed a boost in your interview presentation? Create a career portfolio and “wow” the interviewer.
3 Ways to Get Better Midstream JobsMidstream jobs are some of the most sought after jobs in today’s market. If you want to work in the gas and oil industry, there are several ways to get involved. While it always helps to have the proper level of education, it is also about experience. To ensure that you get the best jobs that are out there, you can do a few things.
Catch It!Life sometimes is like football. If you are the goalkeeper, and a goal is about to take place, you will do everything to catch the ball to prevent it from entering the net; because if you don’t, it is going to be against you. Life comes with different good opportunities depending on what you are supposed to do and also, depending on being in the right place at the right time. The goalkeeper has to be at the right place (goal post) at the right time (time when the ball is approaching the net). The players are not left out too, because whoever has the ball, would like to use that same opportunity to score a goal.
6 Steps To Take Before Quitting A JobAfter months of searching you finally found the perfect job. During the interview process you felt a connection with your future employer and the feeling was mutual. Now comes the not so fun part of saying goodbye to your current employer.
Three Industries Offering Part-Year EmploymentPart-year, or more commonly known as seasonal employment, has been a staple of these industries for years. For many this is a lifestyle that blends long hours and hard work for a group of months, with a corresponding break of time off once the shoulder, or off-season, begins.
Differentiating Semi-Retired and Part-TimeHave you considered decreasing your work hours, or the number of days you work each week as you get closer to retirement? Or, do you think you will not ever be able to “retire,” but you still want enough time to do some traveling or pursue a hobby?
Can You Semi-Retire Using a Leave of Absence?So, you are learning about the concept of “semi-retiring” and you love the idea of continuing to work, but only doing it for eight or nine months a year. If you have hesitations about leaving your current employment completely, one excellent option you may have available to you is a formal Leave of Absence (LOA).
Is Semi-Retirement a Work Option for You?Would you love to only work eight to nine months a year, and have three to four months a year to travel, take up a hobby, create art, or write that novel? This quasi-retirement option holds appeal for many older workers who want to spend more time enjoying life and less time toiling at the office.
How to Take a Vacation From Work Without Ever Leaving (or Looking Lazy)Stuck at work while others get to play? Not everyone has the luxury of taking a formal vacation from their job so here are a few tips on how you can take a mental vacation while still getting work done.
Is The Fear Of Failure Stopping You?Fear is the number one reason that prevents many of us from reaching our goals and dreams. Fear can show up in a number of different forms, from not feeling good enough, worried about what other people think or perhaps fear of achieving too much success? I share some of my thoughts and experiences on fear and how to deal with it in this article.