Times of transition can be unusually unsettling. Whether it’s an unexpected job loss or an exciting new start, the one thing that’s certain is that things will not be what they’ve been--and you might need some truths to fall ...
I love starting things. That’s no surprise. I’ve started several businesses and ministries and have advised companies on how to launch new ventures. You might say I’m a bit of a “what’s next” junkie. I even co-host a podcast ...
By far, LinkedIn is the most useful social media tool I use. It has become the de facto standard for business networking. Yet, for most of us the potential of this powerful tool lies untapped. In the latest episode ...
We’ve all seen messy leadership transitions. Unfortunately, some of the worst occur in our churches. That’s why when truly remarkable transitions occur, they deserve our attention, for there’s something in it for all of us to learn from. In ...
How many job changes have you had so far? According to one of the rare longitudinal studies on careers, the average number of job transitions among baby boomers is just over 11. That’s a lot of change. And a lot of ...
Personal branding has become a popular concept. I suppose Google has something to do with that. If you want to learn something about someone, just “google” them. I did that several years ago and didn’t like what I saw—not ...
Recently a new friend told me he thought he was stuck. His dream transition wasn’t taking shape the way he thought it would. After he explained his situation, I told him I didn’t think he was stuck. Instead, like ...
“There’s not a day that goes by that I don’t feel fear,” a CEO of a highly successful firm once confided in me. The constant uncertainty of knowing whether he was doing enough to keep his business successful haunted ...
Yesterday I had the privilege of being on the Careers with a Purpose Winning Careers Talk Show hosted by Richard Yadon. Careers with a Purpose is a fantastic ministry that coaches men and women across the country to find ...
Today on my YouTube channel: Do you need a new job? Job hunting can be daunting. So many things to think about and work on. Here’s one way to get organized. Conduct a staff meeting yourself. If you’ve tried ...