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How not to talk too much when you are nervous

You can actually get these "stop talking" cards here. Yes or NO? Earlier in my career, when I was faced…

3 years ago

The difference between politics and communicating

"I don't do politics" Many people over the years have told me something like, "I refuse to engage in politics",…

3 years ago

Secret mentors…your secret advantage

Getting support for your ambitions Sometimes It can feel frustrating to move your career forward. Companies will tell you that…

4 years ago

Ruthless Priorities and Your Career

The idea of Ruthless Priorities has been on my mind a lot recently. Quick review: What I mean by Ruthless…

6 years ago

Exciting news from Patty…

NEW: Patty's Executive Mentoring Group I wanted to use the blog this week to share with you the exciting news…

7 years ago

Do these 2 things to win the job you want

Talented people frequently ask me in frustration, "Why do I keep coming in second? I have all the skills, but…

8 years ago

How to increase your value

I see (broadly, for the sake of this discussion) two types of people in their careers. 1. People who see…

10 years ago

Managing Your Boss

This month’s webinar was on Managing Your Boss. If you missed it, you can download the podcast! This is a…

10 years ago

If you are scared, you are making progress

Scared is OK Lately I have found myself telling a lot of people that it's OK to be scared. This…

11 years ago

Don't be Boring!

I almost hired a guy sight unseen once who had on his resume “wheelchair rugby champion”.  He was also very…

15 years ago