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“Remember that no one succeeds alone. Never Walk alone in your future paths.” ~Sonia Sotomayor I struggle as much as anyone when it comes to asking for help. I don’t want it or think I need it. I’m a pretty smart and capable person – if there is anything I don’t know how to do, […]

“It is not the answer that enlightens, but the question.” – Eugene Ionesco During a job interview, have you ever wondered why the interviewer is always asking you if you have a question at the end? This is an opportunity and it could be one of the best times to showcase more of your skills […]

Are you bothered by the thought that what you are doing right now is not aligned for the career path that you have planned out for yourself? Or perhaps you know that you need to change something in your career, but you don’t know what?  If so, that’s okay – you’re not alone! Many people […]

Networking is a critical skill to grow your career, and there is one activity that I think can help you improve your career networking more than just about anything else. Informational Interviews! Have you ever had an informational interview? Do you even know what an informational interview is? If not, you have some work to […]

“Do something today that your future self will thank you for” ~Unknown Are you floundering with where to go next in your career? As you consider the different directions your career and life can take, don’t neglect getting clarity on the motivations and lifestyle aspects that are non negotiable for you. You need to decide […]

“In a world full of problems, be the solution.” ~Iris Watts Engineers are problem solvers, right? Well, when you’re on the job hunt, think of it in terms of being the solution to a company’s problem. If you only focus on YOU and how qualified you are, you won’t be able to recognize what the […]

Some new technical leaders often make the mistake of holding their own teams back. They can’t grow and scale their teams. Don’t let it be you.

It happens all too often…  You have a star member of your team who has become a lynchpin to success and your projections of success and innovation. They are helping to grow others around them. They are raising the quality and speed of work. They get excited about challenges and how they can overcome them. […]

Many professionals want to be promoted and have the opportunity to lead others. It’s an opportunity to grow skills, increase impact, and let’s face it – make more money. But for many, the prospect of having responsibility for others is also one that is full of fear. They will need to own up to the […]