Embracing employee engagement while avoiding an entitlement culture

Embracing employee engagement while avoiding an entitlement culture This article was published as part of the Denver Business Journal Leadership Trust, an invitation-only network of influential business leaders, experts, executives and entrepreneurs. When I launched my first startup, I intended to fix everything I thought was wrong with what I termed “scarcity culture.” I had spent…

Episode 27: Who is responsible for career development?

Who is responsible for career development?  Career development is an engaged activity and you must be active in your pursuit for a quality career – not just when you’re looking for a job. In fact, it’s even more important when you are not.  In this episode we visit some common beliefs about career development and…

Six ways to move your career forward

While sitting at home during COVID Hey everyone! Stop moping. Yes, I know your sporting events, social gatherings and concerts have been cancelled for a few weeks. The world has NOT ended, commerce is still happening, work is still happening and you have a beautiful opportunity to do some of those strategic career improvements that…

Woman sitting at a computer updating her resume for a career change

What have you done for your career lately?

Staying relevant in today’s market I spoke with a mid career professional last week who exited a company he had been with for 12 years. He was under the impression that he only needed to update his resume and post it on the internet in order to get a new, high paying, interesting and short…

Woman with a magnifying glass looking for a job

Never look for a job again!

How-to Guide for sliding seamlessly into each career move I was talking with someone the other day who was unbelievably unhappy and unfulfilled in her current job. She has been with the same company for 13 years.  Although she’s moved around and been promoted, she feels very stuck.  I asked her why she didn’t look…