Unusually Unusual
This is the title of a popular 2002 country song by Lonestar. And every time I hear it I think of about 20 of my favorite people. My son Jared fits this category. His clothes, music, and habits have never…
Tell me “What do you do?” and win my favorite CD
We recently had members of the 48 Days Coaching Mastery program here for a two-day event. One of the critical parts of that process was for each participant to clearly define their expertise. It doesn’t matter what kind of work you…
Why Eagles fly and Turkeys are dinner
Once upon a time in the long, long ago the Eagle and the Turkey were very good friends. Everywhere they went these friends went together. It was not uncommon for people to look up and see the Eagle…
Should I give thanks for this?
I know that with downsizing, reorganizations, mergers, acquisitions, and a very uncertain political landscape it may appear to be a bleak holiday season. In a recent seminar, a lady shared that she had been on the receiving end of a “cost…
Would you take this job if we give you a turkey?
Yes, I’ve seen lots of posts from companies that need to hire people immediately. And if you just show up for the training, you’ll get a Free Turkey! The Tucson Clinica Medica Familiar says if you are over 21…
Do this and you can fail your way to success
Be aware that not fitting nicely into school and societal molds may brand you as a “failure.” You may have been the “C” student or maybe you lost 4 jobs in a row. However, it’s interesting that often those labeled…
Today is the day for this……..
Today, November 14th, is a big day for me! It’s 48 Days until the New Year rolls in. And as such I always have my goals clearly laid out for the coming year. So I’ve already decided what I’m going…
This is the way to live your life – and sell onions
A coaching client recently gave me a copy of Radical Hospitality – Benedict’s Way of Love by Daniel Homan, Lonni Collins Pratt. Here’s a little story from that book that got my attention: We have also lost our souls in…
Are you doing this to bypass other job seekers?
Hi Dan, I’m finishing up a website and resume (I’m a graphic designer) and am hoping to begin the official job search soon. However, should I be concerned that the holidays are approaching? In 48 Days To The Work You Love…
Do I need a college degree for the work I love?
Last week I mentioned that Ernst & Young (a major finance and accounting firm) is no longer requiring a college degree as part of their application process. A few months ago, PricewaterhouseCoopers )PwC) – another big player in financial services…