Lifelong Education As knowledge is shared more widely around the world, you need to constantly stay updated on new information. A college degree or professional certifications are undoubtedly valuable in the course of a career, but they don’t provide a fraction of the learning that’s available to you. Graduating from school shouldn’t mean that your […]
Are You Leaving an Abusive Relationship, I Mean, Job?
Leaving an Abusive Job is Like Leaving an Abusive Relationship I have two clients who left abusive work environments. Both show signs of recovering from an abusive relationship. I want to tell you their stories and get your feedback. Denise’s Story Denise worked for the same company for over 15 years. She rose up through […]
Demonstrating Remote or Flexible Work Experience on a Resume [Guest Post]
Remote or Flexible Work Experience on a Resume Although it may not be specifically stated in the job description, many employers are looking for previous flexible work experience, particularly if they’re trying to fill a remote job position. And since there isn’t a whole lot of extra room on your resume to dedicate to all […]
4 Things to Do When You Lose Your Job [Guest Post]
4 Things to Do When You Lose Your Job Losing your job is a tough pill to swallow. What makes it seem even tougher? Losing your job 20 or 30 years into your career. Since giving up is not an option, the trick is to come up with a game plan. Your game plan should […]
I Work for the Biggest Jerk! Oh That is ME!
I Work for a Jerk Yes, I work for the biggest jerk I’ve ever worked for—ME. About three years ago, I wrote a post called My Boss is a Jerk…wait a minute I am my own boss! I think it is time to re-examine this topic. I wonder if this jerk has gotten any better at […]
Survey Results – Are You Better or Worse Off?
Better or Worse Off? [Survey Results] A couple of weeks ago, Marc Miller published a blog post posing the question, Are you Better or Worse Off Since the End of the Great Recession? In that post, Marc discussed the four better or worse off areas listed below as they relate to his life since the great […]
Hate Your Job, Miserable, and No One Will Hire You?
Hate Your Job, Miserable, and No One Will Hire You Does this describe you: you hate your job, you’re miserable, and you wonder why no one will hire you? I was listening to one of my favorite podcasts, The Retirement Answer Man, hosted by my good friend Roger Whitney. In episode 133 – Economic Growth, the […]
Turning 60 – What It Meant Then and What It Means Now
Turning 60 Turning 60—which I did a few months back—was not what I expected when I first began my career. Boy, has the world changed. When I started my career, what did I think turning 60 would include? Security Financial freedom Grandchildren Travel Well, some of them are true. Let me explain. Career Beginnings I […]
Job Search Ageism: What You Need to Know
Job Search Agism Ageism is a fact of life. Let’s look at what ageism really is. According to Dictionary.com, the definition of ageism is as follows: A tendency to regard older persons as debilitated, unworthy of attention, or unsuitable for employment. I define employment ageism as being perceived as unable to do a job due […]