Wouldn’t we all love to have a dream job? We read about people earning sky-high amounts from their amazing startup, purchasing and inhabiting expensive real estate, travelling the world, being on first name terms with Branson, Musk and the likes. Yep, this is dreaming. There’s also those advertised ‘dream jobs’ (such as being caretaker on a […]
What does your LinkedIn photo say about you?
When you meet someone for the first time you make an impression within the first few seconds — your facial expressions, tone of voice and the way you greet people all play a role. These days our first meeting is often online — so your photo may deliver an instant impression to others, and they will […]
Are top chief executives actually worth it?
You’ve worked hard to get where you are, therefore you’re entitled … to what? Does it depend on what and how you deliver? An interesting survey of the top 50 chief executives looks at people who have delivered the best results for their respective companies over the long term. We are talking in terms of […]
8 steps to take control of your career
Work for most of us is survival. It means the difference between simply existing, keeping food on the table and bills paid, and more importantly enabling us to progress. Work gives us meaning We spend most of our adult lives working. Work provides us with not only money to live, but a sense of identity […]
8 ways to make a positive start for 2018
The year is moving fast – we were looking back at our achievements and winding down in December and heading up to new year. Then suddenly the weeks flew by and now it is time to wind back up. So make a few guiding principles for yourself to start the year on a great note. […]
A simple approach to career change
You may be just out of school or 60+ wanting a change. It’s an exciting challenge to work out who you are and what will work best for you, but many people find it daunting. Are you lucky to have engineered to get into your career and you love it? Or did you stumble into […]