Self-employment may be the answer to supplement your income or the generate the means to fully support yourself. Do your homework, be realistic, be flexible and be prepared to work hard and success can be right around the corner.
In my previous post I made the point that the economy is changing as so are career and jobs. This potentially massive change in careers will hit those over 50 the hardest. So now is the time to begin developing your career and job hunting action plan. Those that plan and prepare will move smoothly [...]
You’ve worked in your present career for a number of years and your current employer for over 10-15 years. Is your job and career safe? Is it safe enough that you will be working in your present position for the next 10-15 years? If you said “yes” don’t bet the farm on it. As they [...]
Career planning and advancement does not have to be a chore. Take some time to visualize what and where you want to be in small bites. Three months, six months up to a year. What additional knowledge do you need to acquire to reach these career goals? If you career plan, for example, is to add [...]
All the athletes on the team are working hard and doing their best, except one. The one cuts corners, and they don’t complete the exercise. They have to go to the bathroom when things get particularly tough. When a drill or exercise is going to be difficult they question the coach. The coaches attempt to [...]
Career planning starts with the question: Where am I now? Successful career planning requires and starts with only one thing: a willingness on your part to sit down periodically and evaluate where you are in their career. How far along have you come, as well as how far along are you towards achieving any goals [...]
Ideas on how to make a smooth career change or a career choice that fits your interests and skills. Changing from one career to another and even choosing the right career can be a daunting task. However, with some well thought out career planning you can start in the right job field or make the [...]
Career planning is not something you can neglect. What is the one key thing that will pay the most dividends? Find out more from a slightly different perspective.
Have you ever thought of moonlighting a second job/income while on the job. If you’re looking for some extra income on the side, but aren’t looking to outright take up a second job, it may be easier than you think to simply moonlight during your day job. In order to this however you must first [...]
Here are the final two of five quick start tips to help control your career and your future. 4. Blaming others for your situation or taking a negative approach to a situation is a lose-lose proposition. How you view situations matters. If a problem becomes framed as an opportunity you’ll be well on your way [...]