I’ve written a ton about the clunky interview process. Here’s a Case Study of one recent client who went through quite a ride! I have a love/hate relationship with January. On the love side, it’s an amazing month to partner with individuals and companies to build a more engaging professional experience. Budgets are fresh, new roles are […]
Read More ›››My three biggest take-aways from last year and our predictions for 2019. Well, you made it! 2018 is officially in the rear-view mirror and the new year is here! I’m super grateful for the relationships built over the past 12 months. Helping professionals (and organizations) tackle the employee engagement crisis through career clarity is my […]
Read More ›››You’ve waiting all year for this! Here are our favorite books of 2018! Well, you made it (almost)… Your left-overs are finished. Your Netflix queue has significantly dwindled. You’re thinking about taking your holiday decorations down. You’re planning your resolutions for next year. The end to 2018 is so close! But before we say goodbye, […]
Read More ›››Days are getting shorter, but the heat continues! Here’s the latest word from the professional-engagement (and hiring) street Happy dog-days of summer! I love this time of year. The heat is still in full effect, but you can start to smell Pumpkin Spice in the air (or maybe that’s all the smoke we’re experiencing in […]
Read More ›››The sun’s out and the beach is calling – time for some relaxation and self-care! Here’s our list of best summer reads of 2018. The temperate is rising and “Mission Impossible” is coming-soon to a theater near you. That means one thing – it’s summer! Of course, this is the perfect time for some self-care […]
Read More ›››Hot months usually mean a slow-down in hiring, right? But that certainly hasn’t been the case the past several years. Here’s the latest on what I’m seeing out there. Summer has officially started! And that means a slow-down in hiring, right?? Not so fast! With unemployment at record lows (especially in markets like Seattle), companies are not […]
Read More ›››It’s the time of the year where graduates walk across the stage and hit the pavement. But what’s the “real-world” like today? Glad you asked! May marks the start of graduation season. In just a couple weeks, students around the world will begin their journey across the stage and into the “real-world.” Although this experience was over […]
Read More ›››When you know what you want, sometimes getting there takes time. Staying positive, not giving up, and looking for feedback along the way is key to winning this Engaged Pursuit long game. As highlighted in previous Case Studies, the path to professional engagement takes time. Even with the hot job market (especially in tech), the majority […]
Read More ›››The tech market is hot, but finding an engaging gig takes focus, patience, and positivity. But most importantly it takes hustle. Here’s the story of Ryan’s longer-than-anticipated path. Clients are often surprised when I tell them that finding a new, more engaging role takes time. Sometimes a lot of time. Even in Seattle’s hot tech […]
Read More ›››Our favorite Book, Article, TEDTalk, and Podcast all around the topic of likability in the workplace. I’ve found that likeability plays a crucial role in the professional experience. People want to work with (and hire) others who bring positive energy, say “yes” more than “no,” and bring others together. Likability adds to engagement on the […]
Read More ›››It’s not all about skills and impact. Often, hiring comes down to likability and organizational-fit. Here’s an example when likability tipped the scale in a hiring decision. As promised earlier in the year, I’m writing Case Studies each month highlighting real-world situations relating to a specific topic – this month I’ve been focusing on likability. […]
Read More ›››Likability is really key to any meaningful relationship. But how does it show-up in your Engaged Pursuit? Earlier in February, I highlighted the importance of likability in the professional setting. I gave key learnings from folks important to me around this topic. Bottom line: Likeability is key to professional engagement — regardless of your role, […]
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