Category: Careers

When Leaders Need to Gracefully Exit

When leaders need to gracefully exit is directly tied into their EQ. But more importantly, it really says more about their character. I recently worked with a leader diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, and this person had finally reached the crossroads of their career with a decision to make. This was the pivotal moment of knowing… Read more »

Compensation Negotiations: Don’t leave money on the table

Compensation negotiations are a funny and fickle thing. Most people spend more time researching and preparing for large purchases like cars and houses. But they spend less time on preparing for getting the compensation they will need to pay for those big ticket items. Most people get so focused on the salary part of the… Read more »

Why is Everyone Quitting Their Job?

Why is everyone quitting their job? The year 2021 wearily stepped out the door and a tentative 2022 entered. Workers have been eyeing this new year, wondering what it will bring, especially after the seismic shifts the previous one delivered. News reports are abuzz with one of the biggest trends that 2021 produced: Everyone is… Read more »

Did You Bring ASS-itude to Work by Accident?

ASS-itude is a term coined by a friend of mine and I liked it so much I thought it worthy of a blog post. There is nothing wrong with being assertive on the job, but when it turns into ASS-itude, that’s where things are very likely to end badly. Yes, we have good days and… Read more »