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Free Agency and Job Security

Posted on March 15, 2012 by

Teaching a class designed to help improve job acquisition and retention during a major recession has taught me an apparent oxymoron. Job security results from adopting a free agency state of mind (apologies to Billy Joel:). Continue reading →

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Playing your way onto the bus

Posted on February 21, 2012 by

One of the great benefits of sports and other games is that they reveal true personalities in a hurry. Continue reading →

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Passion Never Sleeps

Posted on February 10, 2012 by

I left energized and knowing what that voice reflected. Like rust, passion never sleeps. Hey Hey My My Ready to Work will never die.
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The Gift of Networking

Posted on February 14, 2011 by

What is the most valuable gift a job seeker can give someone? One that will last a lifetime, bring a smile to the receiver, and even score points at St. Peter’s gate. It costs little and grows in value over … Continue reading →

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The Road To Joyville

Posted on December 2, 2010 by

The day has arrived for you to depart. You’re finally ready to head out or, in some cases, re-head out into the world. Your whole life has been spent preparing for the journey. Your car is packed, and you have … Continue reading →

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