Eat Your Career

AUGUST 9, 2017

Take a class, read a book, or simply offer to work on a task that stretches you beyond your current abilities. You can leverage online learning tools ( like my free webinars , for example), books and other learning resources. It feels so good to challenge yourself mentally and develop as a professional. Tackle a new project.

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Eat Your Career

MAY 5, 2019

While writing my new book (The Invisibility Cure: How to Stand Out, Get Noticed and Get What You Want at Work), I experienced quite a few personal revelations. This is an important piece of my new book, and it’s also something I’ll be discussing in this month’s webinar. One in particular has really stuck with me.

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Eat Your Career

MAY 1, 2018

I’m back again writing another article based on the wisdom I’ve gained from Jeff Haden’s amazing book, “The Motivation Myth.” I’m currently in the process of writing my next book. However, I think writing a book is like having a baby—you tend to forget the pain once it’s over. Don’t compare your pace to that of others.

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DECEMBER 6, 2016

Earlier this week, I was honored to visit Good Day Colorado (our awesome morning show here in Denver) to talk about my new book, The Proactive Professional. I hope you enjoy it! The post The Proactive Professional: TV Interview! appeared first on Eat Your Career.

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JANUARY 25, 2017

In fact, my book, The Proactive Professional , discusses the importance of taking initiative in-depth, and it also addresses how to do it appropriately in the workplace. I believe I’ve actually covered the topic completely in the book, so today, I want to share a short excerpt here. Plus, you get a discount when you purchase the book.

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DECEMBER 2, 2016

It costs nothing to sign up and, once you do, you can select the genre of book deals you want to see. At least once a week, I grab a new book for $0.99 ebooks available on Amazon. My favorite categories are self-help, business, and true crime. Can you say, “Nerd”?). My Kindle library is totally stocked and I love it.

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Eat Your Career

SEPTEMBER 5, 2018

Venues, especially those that have a larger capacity, can book up quickly, so it’s best to book three-to-six months in advance. When you are hosting large, annual events such as your company holiday or summer party, planning in advance is your best advantage. However, not every event needs a knock-it-out-of-the-park venue.

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Eat Your Career

SEPTEMBER 16, 2019

That’s why my newest book contains an entire chapter on how to comfortably and confidently promote your accomplishments. Share your accomplishments with others. Talk up your projects. Politely but assertively correct people if they misunderstand what your job is all about. I realize this can be difficult.

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Eat Your Career

JULY 9, 2019

Action Items : Define exactly what activities you will engage in—books you will read, classes you will take, people you with network with, etc. What will you do to develop the right skills, relationships and experience you need to achieve your goals? Resources : Define what you need to make it happen—time, money, employer approval, etc.

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Eat Your Career

JULY 16, 2012

Covey is probably best known for his work, “ The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People ,” which sold 20 million copies and is commonly referred to as the most influential book for businesses. This is a book I’ve used in my coaching and training for years and it’s also a personal favorite. That’s how important I believe this book is.

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Eat Your Career

DECEMBER 20, 2011

Maybe the name itself doesn’t ring a bell, but the title of his book most certainly will: What Color Is Your Parachute? Dubbed the “Job Hunter’s Bible”, this book is considered the gold standard of career guides. What new insights are offered in the latest edition of the book. Sound familiar? Share this on del.icio.us.

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Eat Your Career

SEPTEMBER 9, 2019

In my newest book, The Invisibility Cure , I cover this topic in depth. After all, when you add more value at work, you should (in theory) receive more value as well. It’s only natural; contributing at greater levels should enable you to earn at greater levels too.

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Eat Your Career

MARCH 4, 2019

If you need more support in learning how to be proactive, pick up my book, “ The Proactive Professional: How to Stop Playing Catch Up & Start Getting Ahead at Work (and in Life!) ”. When you truly master this skillset, you are able to contribute in a much more meaningful way. Make More Decisions.

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Eat Your Career

JUNE 23, 2015

I’ve decided to write a book! I decided a long time ago that I was going to write a book. How many times have you heard things like this (or perhaps even said them yourself) only to find that the decision isn’t backed by any sincere action? I’ve decided to change my career! I’ve decided to quit drinking! I’ve decided to exercise more!

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Eat Your Career

JUNE 23, 2015

I’ve decided to write a book! I decided a long time ago that I was going to write a book. How many times have you heard things like this (or perhaps even said them yourself) only to find that the decision isn’t backed by any sincere action? I’ve decided to change my career! I’ve decided to quit drinking! I’ve decided to exercise more!

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OCTOBER 2, 2012

My plan is to spend the month of December relaxing with family and working on my book (yes, a book!!). Just a few moments of thoughtful consideration can have a huge impact on how the next three months play out and how 2012 goes down in your personal history book. See how easy it is?

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Eat Your Career

FEBRUARY 13, 2017

Once again, my thoughts on this topic are fully summed up in my book, The Proactive Professional. Learn more about it and access links to other articles in the series here. This week’s topic is a little out there, but stick with me. So below, I provide a short excerpt: Building Career Karma.

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Eat Your Career

DECEMBER 20, 2016

To help expand on this concept, I’d like to offer a short excerpt from my Modern Business Etiquette E-book. After all, think about that law firm where the young admins and the older admins were butting heads over conflicting standards of etiquette [reference to a story told earlier in the e-book]. It’s powerful when used well.

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Eat Your Career

NOVEMBER 14, 2016

Over the past two years, I: Wrote a new book called The Proactive Professional. I updated most of my digital products and created a new e-book called Networking Naturally. Even though things appeared quiet here on the website, I was working away like crazy behind the scenes.

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Eat Your Career

NOVEMBER 14, 2016

Over the past two years, I: Wrote a new book called The Proactive Professional. I updated most of my digital products and created a new e-book called Networking Naturally. Even though things appeared quiet here on the website, I was working away like crazy behind the scenes.

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Eat Your Career

SEPTEMBER 18, 2018

To help you assess (and enhance) your skill with this crucial maneuver, here’s a short excerpt from my e-book, “Modern Business Etiquette: More than Manners.” . Your handshake is an essential piece of self-presentation, and one of the most important elements of the in-person professional greeting. Both make equally poor first impressions.

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NOVEMBER 12, 2019

If the idea of networking makes you anxious, check out my Networking Naturally e-book for some tips to help boost your confidence. Attend networking events in your field or area of interest, and then follow up with people individually for coffee or lunch meetups. Start a new mentorship relationship.

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Eat Your Career

OCTOBER 11, 2012

A book costs about $10 and you can learn a ton by actually reading a book on any topic. Sadly, too many people buy books they never read—not a wise investment.) If you don’t make the investment, you’re not a serious professional. And just to be clear: I’m not talking about thousands of dollars here.

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Eat Your Career

JANUARY 3, 2011

A few years ago, a small book titled Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff became an overnight sensation in the self-help world. Another book came out a few years after Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff. This post is part of my Bad Career Advice series in which I expose outdated, clichéd, and counterproductive advice for exactly what it is.

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Eat Your Career

OCTOBER 12, 2011

Recently, a study revealed that knowing the ending of a book makes it more enjoyable to read. Sounds a little surprising, right?

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Eat Your Career

MAY 4, 2015

Malcolm Gladwell, the author of Outliers and many other bestselling non-fiction books, suggests that it takes 10,000 hours of practice to become an expert at any one task. Read books and blogs, take classes online and in-person, let your expertise spawn from the expertise of others. Practice Makes Perfect. That’s not easy to come by!

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Eat Your Career

MAY 4, 2015

Malcolm Gladwell, the author of Outliers and many other bestselling non-fiction books, suggests that it takes 10,000 hours of practice to become an expert at any one task. Read books and blogs, take classes online and in-person, let your expertise spawn from the expertise of others. Practice Makes Perfect. That’s not easy to come by!

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Eat Your Career

JANUARY 6, 2017

Quick note: If you are interested in learning more about this topic, members of the Free Career Resource Library get a special discount on my book, The Proactive Professional. And if you’re cup of Christmas cheer is empty, this will replenish it.

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Eat Your Career

MAY 23, 2017

Action might be something as simple as taking a class, reading a book, or volunteering to lead a project at work. In the process of developing a career plan, you define exactly what actions you need to take to move forward, so there’s no excuse.

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Eat Your Career

MAY 10, 2013

Of course, I could fill an entire book (or series of books) on life lessons from mom, but in an effort to stay on topic, I’ve gathered a few of my favorite tidbits for you here and related them to the subject of career development.

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APRIL 4, 2017

Networking Naturally (free excerpt from full Networking Naturally e-book ). If you’re looking for more on this topic, check out the items below, available to members of the Free Career Resource Library: Repairing Damaged Professional Relationships (webinar).

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Eat Your Career

FEBRUARY 6, 2013

Walking past your desk, the CEO sees overwhelming piles of paper, post-it notes stuck to every surface, beanie babies perched on shelves, coffee cups tucked behind folders hidden behind photos stacked on top of books holding down a big ball of tangled cords. Wow,” he thinks. That’s disgusting.”. Maybe he wonders how you find anything.

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DECEMBER 12, 2016

I am a huge believer in the power of Future Focus—I talk about it a lot in my book, The Proactive Professional. And this brings me to my final example…. Future Tripping. Thinking about the future, in general, has a point of diminishing returns.

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Eat Your Career

JANUARY 3, 2017

It took twelve publishing rejections before the 8-year-old daughter of an editor demanded to read the rest of the book. Rowling, author of the Harry Potter series—the woman who was once nearly homeless and is now wealthier than the Queen of England. Go forth and FAIL!

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Eat Your Career

MAY 19, 2011

That’s the oldest trick in the book and most employers see right through it. This is one of the big reasons prospective employers often ask you to identify your own weaknesses. Most interviewees freak out and try to find something that sounds like a weakness but really can be turned into a strength.

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SEPTEMBER 27, 2010

In the book Sway: The Irresistible Pull of Irrational Behavior , authors Ori and Rom Brafman refer to the concept of “commitment”—the natural inclination to hold on to previously held beliefs. They’ll hide from their true feelings and ignore their rising discontent.

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Eat Your Career

JANUARY 9, 2011

It’s adapted from the book Finding Your Perfect Work: A New Career Guide to Making a Living & Creating a Life by Paul and Sarah Edwards. The process itself doesn’t change though, whether you’re in need of a serious career overhaul or a minor makeover. Here’s a short overview of what this means: Envisioning.

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