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The Leadership Gene

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It was the summer of 2001. I was so confident I was simply going to enjoy the magazine and my coffee in the waiting area. I returned to my coffee and magazine in the waiting area until the receptionist ushered me into the vice president’s office for my big interview. It turns out, I was 20 minutes early. Hi, I’m Mel.”.

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How I Lost $3 Million in 24 Hours and Bounced Back

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I lost my confidence. It all started in 2001 when I launched a service business based on just an idea. But the pain was fresh, and the daily struggle for money and confidence were keeping me stuck. I lost my savings. I lost my house. I remember lying in bed for days doing nothing but feeling the heavy gravity of the situation.

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SUCCESS’ 2024 Women of Influence

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Claudienne Hibbert-Smith President, TRU Prep Academy/ TRU Real Estate Exchange Hibbert-Smith became a mom at the age of 14 and obtained her bachelor’s degree in 2001 from the University of Florida. She has mentored and coached senior leaders on changing culture and developing confidence, boldness and executive presence. With the U.S.

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On the Job by Anita Bruzzese: Do Online Classes Make Sense for.

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Helpful information and advice from Americas favorite workplace columnist About Anita Blog Books Syndicated Column Interviews Career Links Contact Monday, July 20, 2009 Do Online Classes Make Sense for Your Career? Those interviewed for this story agree that online courses are better suited to the “older” student. Consider your age.

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Will This Tough Job Market Change Generation Y?

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Helpful information and advice from Americas favorite workplace columnist About Anita Blog Books Syndicated Column Interviews Career Links Contact Tuesday, December 1, 2009 Will This Tough Job Market Change Generation Y? Bret, I interviewed Prof. Then the 2001 recession hit the Telecom and IT sector. Keep up the good work!

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