Tag Archives: Career

New Year, New Job — How to Survive Your First Week

Posted on January 13, 2015 by

After weeks or months of searching, you are finally starting a new role. Even as an established professional, the first week at a new position can be intimidating. Here are tips to help that week run as smoothly as possible. … Continue reading →

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How to Manage Your Supervisor to Enhance Your Career Prospects

Posted on October 7, 2014 by

If your manager, supervisor, or boss likes the way you perform, he or she has the power to recommend you for promotions and to reward you with bonuses or pay increases. On the other hand, they can pass you by, … Continue reading →

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Be Intentional About Your Career Legacy

Posted on May 13, 2014 by

I had the opportunity this month to visit Poland – what a trip! Reconnecting with family, visiting the Warsaw Uprising Museum where my grandpa’s picture is posted, and touring the country – all of these contributed to an amazing experience. … Continue reading →

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Why Should I Update My Resume Now?

Posted on April 15, 2014 by

I love my job! Why should I update my résumé now? Summary of article posted on Brazen life by Jo Casey. Click HERE for the full article. When everything is going as you expected! With the upturn of the economy … Continue reading →

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Passion. Risk. Success. From the example of George Lucas

Posted on March 13, 2014 by

George Lucas, the well-known creator of the Star Wars movies, is a perfect example of finding your ideal career. And that it doesn’t always look the way we originally think it should. In a 2013 podcast, George Lucas admits that … Continue reading →

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Is There Such a Thing as a “Quick” Job Search? Yes!

Posted on August 6, 2013 by

Moving at the speed of life can be difficult with all of the directions that we are pulled in; keeping up with family, friends, work, and recreation has pushed us to our limits as far as time is concerned. Add … Continue reading →

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Mix and Match to Find Your Dream Job

Posted on August 9, 2012 by

I often joke with my husband – an author of three Civil War books – that we could do a joint book tour. The target audience? People who want to find a job in a Civil War association. While it … Continue reading →

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