Do you want to advance in your career? If your goal is to rise up through the ranks quickly, you’ve got to have executive presence. The impressions you leave can directly impact your ability to move up in the organization, to be trusted with greater and more important responsibilities, and to be an influencer. You … Read more
Patricia was considering the candidates from the final round of interviews for her open senior manager position. She asked Ron, her Human Resources partner, to review the applicants with her as she made her final decision. Both candidates were well qualified with the skills and experience needed for the role, and had a track record … Read more
Kathy and Miguel work for a mid-sized manufacturing company. Kathy works in operations, while Miguel is in Finance. Both have worked for the company about five years and have worked together on various projects over the years. They have formed a good working relationship. There have been times when Kathy needed a custom report run … Read more
Women still struggle to get ahead. That’s evident in the results of the recent Women in the Workplace Study* by LeanIn.Org and McKinsey & Company. The corporate playing field for women remains uneven. The study* found that women’s experiences at work differ. And, women question the fairness in opportunities in the workplace. Will you sit … Read more
Lisa was one of the hardest-working people on her team. She would come into the office early most days and stay late to get the job done. Then, she’d head home for the evening. She got a lot of pats on the back; plenty of attaboys, and ’thanks for being so committed.’ But, she found herself … Read more
In my coaching practice, I run across a number of female professionals who are frustrated with their career progression. They feel like they’ve been committed to the company, working endless hours and doing what it takes to get the job done and then some. A big part of the problem is, they feel like they’re … Read more
“Hard to Find: Workers With Good ‘Soft Skills’,” was the focus of a recent article published in the Wall Street Journal. According to this article “companies across the US say it is becoming increasingly difficult to find applicants who can communicate clearly, take initiative, problem-solve and get along with co-workers.” Other research shows similar trends. … Read more
A few weeks ago, I asked for input from my network of up and coming, established and veteran professionals on the best rising talent strategies a “rising star” can use to successfully promote yourself within your workplace and network. Thank you to those who shared your ideas. From this input and my personal experience, I … Read more
One of the biggest challenges for professionals is to identify your self-promotion toolkit. Yet, it’s critical to career success. How do you get past the uncomfortable pit in your stomach or awkwardness when you begin to speak up about yourself? Believe me, it’s possible to get to the point where you’re not so anxious. How … Read more
In this series, we’ve been discussing the importance of self promotion at work and strategies you can use to boost your brand image. Get past the uncomfortable pit in your stomach or awkwardness when you begin to speak up about yourself. You love being the center of attention in your social network. So, put the “selfie” concept ‘to’ work ’at’ work. Rising Talent Strategies – Boost Your Brand Image. … Read more
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