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The Top Six Ways to Stay Motivated

I receive many emails from people that basically ask the same question: How can I keep myself motivated long term? This seems to be quite a common dilemma for many people, so I want to address it--because it can be done!

Impressing Executives: Four ways to build credibility and influence

Building influence and credibility means not always having to say "Yes." Being too eager to please can be bad for your reputation--and your career.

Smart Goals: 12 Stop-You-Dead-in-Your-Tracks Mistakes That Will Keep You From Your Goals

The 12 most common mistakes people make when setting their goals

To Resolve or Not to Resolve

Six tips to make a plan and fulfill your dreams in the New Year

6 Steps To Ensure That You Always Have A Job

You make your own luck. Your career is great when you focus on making it great. This means not waiting for things to happen; but making things happen instead. It means being proactive instead of reactive. Rather than blaming others for past mistakes, you are passionate about new possibilities. You are not afraid. Instead, you are excited about what you do, and what you contribute every day. And, if you are excited about your job, you will find that other people will be committed to having you stay on as a member of the team. So how do you make sure you are never without a job?

Brand Yourself: Create a personal brand to position yourself for success

Much like corporate and product branding, a personal branding statement sums up your unique selling proposition (USP)--the unique benefit or value you offer a potential employer. Your branding statement sets you apart from your competitors and provides a compelling reason to hire you.

Fight Back... And Relax! Ways to Reduce Workplace Stress

Deadlines... Interruptions... Meetings... Heavy workloads... Daily commutes...Feeling a little stressed out lately? It’s not surprising. Employees everywhere are being asked to do more with less--many beyond their limitations. But you do have a choice. You can let it get to you, or you can fight back!

Goal Setting That Gets Results

Setting goals is the best way to get what you really want. There are two ways to get results in goal setting. One is the traditional way—the way you are probably most familiar with. The other is the natural way. There are pros and cons to both.

Have Your Goals and Eat Your Spaghetti Too

It’s been said in business that the greatest enemy of action is the lack of a plan. I say the greatest enemy of a plan is lack of action. Goals become merely wishful thinking unless you further define them as objectives with specific measurements and act upon them.

How to Become Memorable

What do you want to be remembered for? Think about a few top executives whom you admire. Ask yourself what makes them memorable. It’s likely you can think of specific qualities, expertise, or accomplishments for each. Now, think about your own career. What are you admired for?