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Making a mid career change, a career change around the age of 40 or 45, is a courageous decision. It is possible for anyone in their mid-life to do this, as long as they understand the trade-offs involved. Below is a great question I received from a reader who is considering a mid career change,… ...
I will give you a consultant answer – it depends. But I won’t stop there. I think too many people get an MBA or a Master’s degree for the wrong reasons and after they finish school, they are disappointed with the fact it didn’t yield the results they hoped. Don’t make this costly mistake. Do these four research… ...
Do you ever find yourself wishing that you had more time to do the things you love? I work almost full time, have 2 kids, a household to manage, and I write this blog and newsletter in my “spare time.” Since I juggle all of this, I ask myself this question often, wishing I had…
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As I look back on my career, I have noticed a pattern to my success — every time I achieved something, three components were in play: Mindset, Action, and Perseverance – more easily remembered as a M.A.P.. In this article, I’m going to explain what each part involves, along with some examples of each. I hope this framework… ...
Do you know when it’s time to change jobs? I find this topic interesting because when and how often you decide to change jobs can determine how fast you can progress in your career. Those who stay at a job too long can stignant their own career progression without knowing it as opposed to… ...
Previously, we discussed the first part of this real life situation that Jessica is experiencing. Today, we will finish this topic on how to break into a managerial role with a follow up discussion I had with Jessica a few weeks later. Here is her follow up email updating me on her situation and some… ...
How to get into a team management role is a great question to ask as you advance in your career. If you have been a stellar individual contributor, the next stage of your career advancement is most likely the management of others. While this is the natural next step, it is not always obvious how… ...