Career

How to Partner Without Creating a Partnership

Two friends recently asked me for some ideas on how they could work together in their businesses without creating a partnership. “Why?” you may ask, “did they not want a partnership?” Good question, but let me preface my answer by saying that because of confidentiality, I will be intentionally vague as to the nature of [...]

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Things People Accomplished at Your Age

Which of the following emotions  are you more likely to feel when reading what other people accomplished at your age: inspiration or depression? I long ago realized that I am not a prodigy, so I am not going to lament the fact that I didn’t write my first classic novel at age 20 – something [...]

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Unemployed? Are You Rocking or Are You Rolling?

Losing your job is more than just losing a source of income. It often brings on a loss of self esteem, especially with men, who too often equate work with identity.  Extended periods of unemployment can bring on shame, hopelessness and depression.

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Can You be “Called” Without Talent?

photo credit: John832 Career coach Dan Miller shares this question from one of his readers, “I love to share my faith with others and I seem to have many natural talents, skills and abilities suited for a minister. Many people have even suggested I enter the ministry. However, I believe that no matter how suited someone [...]

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Is Direct Selling Right For You?

photo credit: h.koppdelaney With unemployment rising and more people looking for new and innovative job opportunities, it is no coincidence that Mary Kay Cosmetics reported a 22 percent increase in its new sales force in the first quarter of 2009 and Avon reported a 51 percent increase in March of its direct sales representatives. I [...]

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