Voice
I recently heard from a client that she was concerned about not getting her name known in her workplace and being recognized as a leader. She says she struggles to find her voice.
Finding your voice can be difficult, especially if there is a voice in your head that keeps repeating phrases like, you should be seen and not heard, it’s not polite to brag, be a good girl and don’t make any noise. Sometimes our well meaning parents intend to instill a little discipline when in fact the internal voice stays with us through a life time.
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Interviews
Recently a client hired me to screen applicants for an Office Manager position she was looking for. I interviewed a handful over the phone. If you get the interview, keep the following in mind. You only have one chance to make a first impression.
Tip 1: When you receive an email back requesting a time for an interview, be gracious and offer to call the interviewer. Assuming the interviewer will call you can come across as arrogant.
Tip 2: Do your homework. If possible, find out specifically what the organization stands for. Research the website and keep in mind… Continue reading
Status
Status is about relative importance, “pecking order” and seniority. Think about a time when you’ve met someone you really admire and look up to. You may have built them up in your mind. When you meet them you may experience being tongue tied, not knowing what to say. Your brain shuts down a bit. This is what happens when your perceived status is lowered, a threat to your status.
It can be easy to accidentally threaten someone’s sense of status. It can occur when giving someone advice or instructions, or simply suggesting someone is… Continue reading
Development – External
External development is just as important as internal development for both the individual and a business – to ensure career growth and business growth. Here are some tips for individuals and for businesses.
Individual
Tip 1: Within – You can build your career inside your current organization. Play with the following:
- Make your career aspirations known to your supervisor and others who will listen.
- Take on projects that are out of your comfort zone and will allow you to work with others you may not interact with.
- Keep your relationships with fellow employees friendly and professional, you… Continue reading
Marketing
I work with many people who want to get ahead in their careers and move their businesses forward. Individuals and businesses need to promote and sell themselves! While businesses seem to know that they must sell their products and services, individuals don’t always understand that they are in the business of selling themselves. To get ahead, make a profit, sell your products, you’ve got to get your message out to the right audience. Here are some ideas on doing just that.
Idea 1: ID your audience. For businesses: Who is buying your product… Continue reading
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