Most of the United States currently feels like we’re in an episode of Game of Thrones where John Snow and his men prepare to go North of the Wall each time we step outside. Merely inhabiting this proverbial ice globe is a daily challenge, with bone-crushingly low temperatures, wind chills and silly amounts of snowfall. […]
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The man in the image on the far left was my grandfather, Pasquale “Pat” Marinelli. He was one of the kindest men I’ve had the privilege to meet. Small in stature, huge in heart. Grandpa was the reason why I’ve always looked up to my father. He instilled in both of us the importance of
Age is just a Number It’s NEVER ever too late to switch jobs, career fields, or up the ante and acquire fresh skills! The average retirement age is being pushed well into a person’s sixties these days. To those in their 50’s and 60’s, you’re spring chickens compared to the timeless and ever-so-spry Betty White, who’s
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Ah, the first day of Fall… Mother Nature’s most vivid season of periodical change. She has a way of showing us each year how beautiful it can be to let things go. It’s also Friday. Which means you’re mentally checked out at work daydreaming on Pinterest looking for “Fall Recipes.” Or perhaps you’re ready to
So you’re looking for a new gig. Whether your current position was axed or you’re planning to change your career direction, who do you turn to? Would you feel comfortable tapping into your current career network for possible leads? Do you even know how to approach them or what to say to them? Building a
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There is a massive difference between those who create career momentum, and those who constantly encounter disruption and uncertainty. We make decisions every single day. How we choose to leverage the positives, and cope with the negatives can make all the difference. It’s your responsibility to assume control and learn from your career mistakes. Here’s
If you’ve ever experienced the loss of a loved one or friend, you know the gripping, raw emotion and feeling of grief. It’s a part of the human dynamic and gives us the ability to put the very precious gift of life into perspective. Perspective, one of my favorite words for good reason. I’ve got
Main Points: Approach every professional event with a strategic plan to maximize your experience. Utilize practical networking tips to build and maintain your business contacts. Share your takeaways with your company and publish them on social media to share with others in the industry. Trying to keep pace with the plethora of national, local, and
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These days, every time I find myself speaking with someone in their early to mid twenties about their career challenges and goals, it gleams as an opportunity for me to reflect on some career decisions I’ve made in the last twelve years. This is by no means an exhaustive list, just a few pieces of
