They bought dozens of companies, turned around operations and improved balance sheets. Many of these buyout professionals were mentioned weekly in the Wall Street Journal or Forbes. But they were… read more →
Last week, a doctor in charge of my father’s hospital care refused to call for a specialist to join the team. During our brief interaction, the doctor was also rude,… read more →
After months of job search agony, you might have an urge to immediately accept any offer you receive. But before you give a final answer, take time to learn a… read more →
If you’ve ever made a recommendation to your manager only to be told “That’s great, but we’re going a different route” you may wonder why you wasted time working on… read more →
I ran on the treadmill this morning watching The Today Show and witnessed teenage fans of One Direction in tears. I don’t fully understand why girls cry when they see… read more →
The following is a reprint of an article I wrote for the Barnard College Career Newsletter. For most of my grammar school years, I happily pictured myself singing and performing… read more →
Hi Readers. Sorry I have been a bit out of touch recently. I’ve been busy writing a career book that will be released on October 7th (Peterson’s Publishing/Hachette Distribution).… read more →
January 15, 2014 …………In 2014 you would have to live in a cave not to know that networking is critical to almost every aspect of your career. The message to… read more →
October 9, 2013 ……………Congratulations, you got a job! Someone has finally recognized your talents after you’ve sucked up loads of time in interviews, not-getting-interviews, and not-getting-return-emails. You’re probably ready to… read more →
May 22, 2013 I’m re-posting a video this week that will give you a few pointers on how to work with ever-important support staff. Enjoy! Life of a New Careerist-… read more →
May 8, 2013 Women in Science Women in STEM careers ……………Increasing the presence of women in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) careers has grabbed America’s attention recently. The release… read more →
April 24, 2013 ……………..The Millennial generation’s trademark concern with work/life balance demonstrates a change in priorities from previous generations. According to a survey by PricewaterhouseCoopers, Millennials say that finding the… read more →
April 10, 2013 ……………………A few nights ago I had a great conversation over Skype with the Isenberg Women in Business Society at UMass Amherst’s Isenberg School of Management. They raised… read more →
February 20, 2013 The following is a reprint of an article I wrote for the Barnard College Career Newsletter. For most of my grammar school years, I happily pictured myself… read more →