Can You Relate to Me

Can You Relate to Me I hired a lawyer to do a contract for me. I have talked to lots and lots of lawyers, but this one was in the right time at the right place.  I heard him speak at a conference (boring, right?) and I was impressed with something: he was me. In addition to being a lawyer (Im not a lawyer), he is an entrepreneur.  He has a ski business.  He takes his law firm hat off and puts on his entrepreneur hat. I knew he could understand my concerns and issues and how sensitive I was to spending money. These are issues you deeply feel if you are accountable for your business success and future. Lets switch gears.  I usually connect with my speaking audiences because, while I speak, Im the downtrodden (but optimistic) job seeker.  I dont speak AT them, I speak WITH them. I connect with business audiences (when I speak) because I am a business owner. How do I do this?  I dont assume you get it I tell you real stories. HOW CAN YOU TELL STORIES THAT HELP YOU CONNECT MORE, DEEPER and BETTER? Can You Relate to Me I hired a lawyer to do a contract for me. I have talked to lots and lots of lawyers, but this one was in the right time at the right place.  I heard him speak at a conference (boring, right?) and I was impressed with something: he was me. In addition to being a lawyer (Im not a lawyer), he is an entrepreneur.  He has a ski business.  He takes his law firm hat off and puts on his entrepreneur hat. I knew he could understand my concerns and issues and how sensitive I was to spending money. These are issues you deeply feel if you are accountable for your business success and future. Lets switch gears.  I usually connect with my speaking audiences because, while I speak, Im the downtrodden (but optimistic) job seeker.  I dont speak AT them, I speak WITH them. I connect with business audiences (when I speak) because I am a business owner. How do I do this?  I dont assume you get it I tell you real stories. HOW CAN YOU TELL STORIES THAT HELP YOU CONNECT MORE, DEEPER and BETTER?

Insecurity A Driving Force for Good Evil - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career

Insecurity A Driving Force for Good Evil - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career During an interview on FOX Business News last week, the host challenged me when I mentioned insecurity and low self-esteem is an epidemic and causes most workplace conflict. The brief four minute segment was too short to give the issue its due, so this may be the best forum to discuss it. He challenged me by saying, “doesn’t insecurity fuel fire within someone to avoid failure?” “It could, yes,” I said, “and some do use it in a positive, motivating way and others respond to their insecurity in destructive ways, like bullying!” It’s a double-edged sword. Both edges are used for the same purpose, to gain a feeling of importance, value and significance. Some people use it as fuel for motivation to conquer challenges in a positive way to gain importance, value and significance through constructive focus and action. The best example of this is my rock and roll hero, Bruce Springsteen. As a youth, Springsteen felt so disconnected from his environment growing up that music was the only thing that made him feel life was worth living. Springsteen grew up believing a life as a musician was his only chance for survival. He never really pursued super stardom. It came as a result of his obsessive-compulsive behavior to find meaning in his life. Bruce has been quoted as saying, “more than being wealthy, more than being famous, more than even being happy, I just wanted to be great.” He poured all his focus, efforts and energy into becoming great at his craft so he could overcome the demons of insecurity. Many other wildly successful people also have used their insecurity for good, many in the entertainment field. Then, there are the ones who use their insecurity to fuel destruction. There are many more of the latter, than the former. Unfortunately, many of them are in the workplace. Their insecurities play out on a daily basis creating conflict between c0-workers and negatively impact a companys financial performance through higher employee turnover rates and poor customer service. Here are just some of the negative workplace behaviors that are steeped in insecurity and low self-esteem: Controlling information Sarcasm Throwing co-workers under the bus Procrastination Passive-aggressive behavior Passing the buck “It’s not my job” attitudes From a society standpoint these behaviors brought on by insecurity are mild in comparison to the more extreme, sociopathic behaviors, such as school shootings, terrorist bombings and assassination attempts. But, the behaviors identified in the list below can destroy workplace cultures, company profits and long-term interpersonal relationships, if not addressed. Because individuals that engage in these negative workplace behaviors become extremely defensive when approached about their style, too many business leaders and managers shy away from confronting them, leading to the toxic work environments we hear about, we work in and I have worked with company business leaders to transform. Once ingrained, from personal experience, it is very difficult to overcome deep seated insecurity and low self-esteem. But, as friends, colleagues and professionals in business we should do whatever we can to help show everyone they have value to add and help them realize they are significant in the contributions they make every day, personally and professionally. Everyone has value to offer, unfortunately, not everyone believes that about themselves. Author: Skip Weisman,  The Leadership Workplace Communication Expert, works with small business owners to help them lead their employees from drama defensiveness to ownership initiative. During a 20-year career in professional baseball management, Skip served as CEO for five different franchises. That experience gave Skip tremendous insight and skill for build high-performing teams in the workplace. Skip’s new small business coaching program, based on leadership during the American Revolution, is called  Revolutionary Leadership.   For a limited time Skip is offering complimentary  Revolutionary Leadership Strategy Sessions, which are private, 1:1 consultations with small business owners and chief executives. To learn more and request your strategy session visit  www.LeadershipCommunicationExpert.com/freestrategysession

Personal Brands Give a Shiver to Your Sliver - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career

Personal Brands Give a Shiver to Your Sliver - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career Micromarketing is a weapon in the arsenal of most every big brand that distributes products to your supermarket. For example, the flavors of Philadelphia brand cream cheese available in the dairy case differ, depending on what your zip code eats the most. That means in my local Ralphs, I can’t find smoked salmon flavored spread for my bagel. Apparently, not a sufficient number of my neighbors find it appealing. But I can drive 10 minutes to a sister store in another neighborhood, that stocks plenty of it. Personal brands, via social media you enjoy an easier, cheaper channel to YOUR highest consuming audience: people who crave and consume what you offer. Music marketing expert Bobby Borg recently interviewed me for a sliver of the tribe he leads: indie hip-hop musicians with no budget for marketing. Because his people are so committed to their art and so intensely focused on connecting with their audience, he gave rise to my own same intensity for his people. At a past life in business, this serious consulting was once reserved only for big brands and their highly paid consultants. A silver of our interview is on Bobbys channel. Do not fear the big fish Unfortunately for most of us in business today, our perspective about success is tainted by the pejorative snorts that someone is “big fish in a small pond.” You’ve heard these joy killers’ snarky pronouncements. These couch sitters deride the gymnast who won her country’s competition, and fails to medal in the Olympics. They snarl: “Well she was a big fish in a small pond, but she can’t compete on the world stage.” Personal brands: Don’t be afraid of being called a big fish in a tiny pond. It is what all successful people are doing. The web is comprised of a zillion slivers of the market, aka special interest groups. Each sliver is either organically or commercially created. And, unlike a country’s citizens who feel enraged that special interest groups drown out their voices, their sentiment about being in a special interest group is totally different. What’s so powerful is these social communities provide the perfect forum for you to express your personal brand, lead some portion of your tribe, and at the same time be embraced by advertisers who want to reach the same people you do. Sunday’s New York Times Magazine devotes a full page-plus to describe the unbelievably rich veins running through one such group. It’s almost impossible to imagine the deep engagement, unshakable loyalty and commitment to sharing ideas within the community they focus on: NaturallyCurly.com. The site is a perfect icon for micro markets, and a hugely teachable moment for personal brands. Seek, listen and lead Who knew curly hair was the huge self-identifier for such a disparate group of people? The depth and breadth of relationship curly-haired people have with their hair, and with like-burdened or blessed among us, surpass any demographic, psychographic, lifestyle or behavior that market research trained brains could previously imagine. But we know by the web behavior of the curly-haired: the frequency of their interactions, comments, tips and product evaluations, that this is a defining characteristic for a significant group of them. Obviously, if your personal brand includes a philosophy, tonic, or other reason to seek a leadership position in this tribe of the curly-haired: you’ve hit pay dirt. Personal brands seek, listen, and lead these relevant slivers. We now see demonstrated and repeated studies that show people with a passionate interest, who have self-identified with a subject, cause, personal issue or a zillion other micro characteristics of their lives, are hungry for the ties that bind them together. Ignore the naysayers who scream, “Stick the landing” when their national hero falters in the face of world competition. Don’t act as if you only are hugely successful if your being or brand is broadcast to more than a billion passive people. For example, joyfully create and accept offers for YouTube or Blogtalkradio. Great personal brands treat seriously any opportunity to deliver their messages on a defining point to the silver of people who get shivers or giggles just by its mention. Come on into the small pond, the water’s fine. Author: Nance Rosen is the author of Speak Up! Succeed. She speaks to business audiences around the world and is a resource for press, including print, broadcast and online journalists and bloggers covering social media and careers. Read more at NanceRosenBlog. Twitter name: nancerosen.

70 Fathers Day Quotes That Will Make Him Feel Loved

70 Fathers Day Quotes That Will Make Him Feel Loved Fathers get a bad rap.   Theyre the tuba of the band, the executioner of punishment, and chronicler of lectures.   So, lets honor our special hero by sharing some of the most AWESOME quotes written about DAD. My father taught me to work; he did not teach me to love it. Abraham Lincoln A father is a banker provided by nature. French Proverb Sometimes the poorest man leaves his children the richest inheritance. Ruth E. Renkel A father is a guy who has snapshots in his wallet where his money used to be. Unknown My father didnt tell me how to live; he lived, and let me watch him do it. Clarence Budington Kelland My father always told me, Find a job you love and youll never have to work a day in your life. Jim Fox One father is more than a hundred schoolmasters. George Herbert When I was a kid, I said to my father one afternoon, Daddy, will you take me to the zoo? He answered, If the zoo wants you, let them come and get you.' Jerry Lewis A truly rich man is one whose children run into his arms when his hands are empty. Unknown By the time a man realizes that maybe his father was right, he usually has a son who thinks hes wrong. Charles Wadsworth Watch out how you treat your mother; sooner or later youll treat other women that way, too. Learn basic auto repair. Anything you depend on that much youd better know how to fix. Even if you think you know how to put something together, read the instructions first. You can turn a loss into a win by learning something from it. No matter what it costs you to be who you really are, its worth it. Women will never understand the Three Stooges. Think about what youd like to remember when youre old; it may help you decide what to do tomorrow. Nobody ever lay in his deathbed and wished he had worked longer hours. “Success and happiness at work come by embracing and using the strengths that makes one different.” â€"@assetspersonifi   via Twitter Any man can be a Father but it takes someone special to be a dad. Anne Geddes “Always leave work each day having done more than you were paid to do.   â€" @DesertDojo , via Twitter “Always send a hand written thank you note. Maybe the best advice he ever gave.” â€" Michael G., via Facebook “Don’t quit!” â€" Debra M., via Facebook “Never say I don’t know. Say ‘Let me get back to you’ and go look it up.” â€" Carolyn H., via Facebook “You miss 100 percent of the shots you don’t take.” â€" @L_Gilmour, via Twitter “Do an honest day’s work for an honest day’s pay, and be proud of whatever you do.” â€" Beverly R., via Facebook “A great career lies at the crossroad of what you love, what you’re good at, and what people are willing to pay you for.” â€" @WhatUrGoodAt, via Twitter “As long as you’re putting food on the table for your family, hold your head high and be proud!” â€" @myJobble, via Twitter “Live your life by your own moral code and never sacrifice that same code in the workplace.” â€" Renee E., via Facebook “Successful people take risks!” â€" @Career411Dan, via Twitter “Quit. They don’t deserve you.” â€" Keri C., via Facebook “Basically it’s ok to start off at the bottom but it’s not ok to stay there. Look at the top, see what they’re doing and do it.” â€"@ApolloGreg, via Twitter “You can’t change the circus, unless you change the clowns.” â€" @mdtnavedu, via Twitter I am indebted to my father for living, but to my teacher for living well. Alexander the Great If the new American father feels bewildered and even defeated, let him take comfort from the fact that whatever he does in any fathering situation has a fifty percent chance of being right. Bill Cosby I watched a small man with thick calluses on both hands work fifteen and sixteen hours a day. I saw him once literally bleed from the bottoms of his feet, a man who came here uneducated, alone, unable to speak the language, who taught me all I needed to know about faith and hard work by the simple eloquence of his example. Mario Cuomo A king, realizing his incompetence, can either delegate or abdicate his duties. A father can do neither. If only sons could see the paradox, they would understand the dilemma. Marlene Dietrich Keep your eye on the ball Dont just listen to what people say; try to figure out why theyre saying it. I cannot think of any need in childhood as strong as the need for a fathers protection. Sigmund Freud “No job is beneath you.” â€" Eric B., via Facebook If the past cannot teach the present and the father cannot teach the son, then history need not have bothered to go on, and the world has wasted a great deal of time. Russell Hoban Stand up straight, shake hands firmly and look people in the eye. My father always used to say that when you die, if youve got five real friends, youve had a great life. Elbert Hubbard The father of a daughter is nothing but a high-class hostage. A father turns a stony face to his sons, berates them, shakes his antlers, paws the ground, snorts, runs them off into the underbrush, but when his daughter puts her arm over his shoulder and says, Daddy, I need to ask you something, he is a pat of butter in a hot frying pan. Garrison Keillor “If you’re on time, you’re late…”â€" Sheina S., via Facebook Your word is your bond. I dont know who my grandfather was; I am much more concerned to know what his grandson will be. Abraham Lincoln Do things the hard way sometimesits good practice. Dont lose track of your old friends; its important to have people around who know where you came from. Father taught us that opportunity and responsibility go hand in hand. I think we all act on that principle; on the basic human impulse that makes a man want to make the best of whats in him and whats been given him. Laurence Rockefeller The harder you work for something, the more youll appreciate itwhich is why you cant have your allowance until youre done with your chores. Ive had a hard life, but my hardships are nothing against the hardships that my father went through in order to get me to where I started. Bartrand Hubbard The older I get, the smarter my father seems to get. Tim Russert To be a successful father . . . theres one absolute rule: when you have a kid, dont look at it for the first two years. Ernest Hemingway All fathers are invisible in daytime; daytime is ruled by mothers and fathers come out at night. Darkness brings home fathers, with their real, unspeakable power. There is more to fathers than meets the eye. Margaret Atwood It doesnt matter who my father was; it matters who I remember he was. Anne Sexton The greatest gift I ever had Came from God, and I call him Dad! Anonymous My father used to play with my brother and me in the yard. Mother would come out and say, Youre tearing up the grass. Were not raising grass, Dad would reply. Were raising boys. Harmon Killebrew Fatherhood is pretending the present you love most is soap-on-a-rope. Bill Cosby Theres something like a line of gold thread running through a mans words when he talks to his daughter, and gradually over the years it gets to be long enough for you to pick up in your hands and weave into a cloth that feels like love itself. John Gregory Brown You know, fathers just have a way of putting everything together. Erika Cosby Small boys become big men through the influence of big men who care about small boys. Anonymous If the relationship of father to son could really be reduced to biology, the whole earth would blaze with the glory of fathers and sons. James Baldwin A father is a man who expects his children to be as good as he meant to be.~ Carol Coats The father who does not teach his son his duties is equally guilty with the son who neglects them.~ Confucius How true Daddys words were when he said: All children must look after their own upbringing. Parents can only give good advice or put them on the right paths, but the final forming of a persons character lies in their own hands.~ Anne Frank The thing to remember about fathers is, theyre men. A girl has to keep it in mind: They are dragon-seekers, bent on improbable rescues. Scratch any father, you find someone chock-full of qualms and romantic terrors, believing change is a threat like your first shoes with heels on, like your first bicycle I it took such months to get.~ Phyllis McGinley That is the thankless position of the father in the family the provider for all, and the enemy of all.~ J. August Strindberg A mans worth is measured by how he parents his children. What he gives them, what he keeps away from them, the lessons he teaches and the lessons he allows them to learn on their own. ~Lisa Rogers Special thanks to all the contributors MoneyWatch Blessings for Life ILoveIndia Chiff Hub Pages illicitmonkey

Where On A Resume Do I Put Grant Writing?

Where On A Resume Do I Put Grant Writing?You probably never considered all of the places to put grant writing. You could have put it all on your resume, but it may just come across as too general. Besides, you wouldn't want to write a grant proposal for everyone. You might get too excited and forget to list your qualifications or possibly even misspell some words.To start off with, you should know that there are three places to put the information on your resume: on the cover, inside the body, and the resource box. You will want to write a grant proposal that is brief and in detail. The resource box is where you should write about yourself, but you will want to make sure that the information you give is to the point and that it has a link to your website.When writing a brief summary of the position you need to be specific and focus on what it is that you need. You can use keywords to help out with this part. The more you can provide as a benefit to the company the better.You will fin d the best place to put your grant writing on your resume is at the end of the first paragraph. In it you should write something to the effect of your qualifications. You will want to think about how much experience you have and if you have any certifications that would be very beneficial.Once you have listed the specific requirements that you have and what you can offer them, you will want to include information about yourself at the beginning of the resource box. This is important because it lets the hiring manager know who you are and how you can benefit them. Don't worry about sounding too generic, because you will be using this space for your own personal statement.Use your own resources and abilities to the fullest. While you may not have the financial means of others, they will have their qualifications. When writing a resume, you will be presented with this. Make sure that you also give your credentials in the resource box and that you have included your project deadline and time frame.Because you are writing a grant writing, it is important that you keep it as short as possible. The idea is to get your resume out there and make a connection to the company. Even though your resume is shorter, the information should still be easy to read and understandable.There are many ways to put your grant writing on your resume, but do not be afraid to use your own expertise. If you have a degree, certifications, or experience with the organization, you will be able to quickly spot these things and include them in your application.

Virtual Interview Tips to Help You Land Your Dream Job - CareerAlley

Virtual Interview Tips to Help You Land Your Dream Job - CareerAlley We may receive compensation when you click on links to products from our partners. These days, more and more businesses are conducting interviews virtually, via video conferencing tech like Skype and Zoom, as they hire remote workers from all around the globe. While this can be wonderful when youre going for a new job, in that it opens up more opportunities, it can also be a little daunting trying to work out the best way to perform well and make an excellent impression when chatting digitally. To help you combat this, read on for some virtual interview tips that might help you land your dream role over the coming weeks or months. Practice talking about why you want the job, what your career goals are, your previous positions and what you learned from them and how youve dealt with challenges in the past. Tweet This Ditch the Distractions One of the top steps to a good online interview is to ditch all the distractions before your session starts. Like you would in an in-person meeting, when chatting digitally you must ensure your cell phone is switched off or silent, so it cant interrupt your or the interviewers train of thought. In addition, since youll be talking via your computer, you must turn off the email notifications and any other alerts that could come through and make noise during your conversation. Dont forget about potential distractions that could come outside of technology, too. For instance, shut windows in your home, so traffic noise wont be a problem and talk in a room away from anyone else who might be at your house at the time. In particular, ensure your children and pets are out of earshot as they can often be rather noisy! Professionalism Is Key To make a good impression, be well-groomed and show you take care of your appearance. This is not about having good looks or the most expensive clothing but rather about looking professional and suitable for the workplace. Remember, too, that what youre wearing under your desk should be interview worthy. While many people often just worry about wearing a nice top, since they think thats all anyone will see on a virtual chat, you may have to stand up at some point to reach for a document, close a door or fix an IT issue, and you dont want the people youre talking to seeing you in your sweatpants! While your resume is the most important document in your job search and you certainly cant start your search without an updated resume, you definitely should not start your search until youve come up with a high-level approach or job search plan. Starting your job search without a plan is akin to putting on your shoes and then picking the socks you are going to wear. Planning for Your Job Search Tidy up your office or other space youll be speaking from, too. Interviewers will likely be able to see the things behind and around you on the video screen, so dont give them the wrong impression. Apart from getting rid of trash and mess, also look at decorations in the room. Is there any artwork, for instance, that could possibly have a negative impact on how youre viewed? Do a quick scan of the area, trying to look with fresh eyes to pick up on any no-nos. source Invest in Preparation Lastly, as you would for any interview when you have an online meeting with recruiters or business owners take the time to prepare in advance. For example, conduct research on the firm you want to join. Learn not only about the people doing the hiring and other managers but also your potential co-workers plus things like the organizations history, culture, key products or services, and branding. This will help you put your best foot forward during the interview. Another preparation tip is to practice answering common interview questions for your job type and industry. Doing this will help you answer succinctly and with poise, and it will reduce your stress levels and make it easier for you to think clearly during the interview. Photo by Este Janssens on Unsplash Practice talking about why you want the job, what your career goals are, your previous positions and what you learned from them and how youve dealt with challenges in the past. Be prepared to talk about your qualifications and training, as this often comes up in interviews. Whether youve completed an online Master of Education in Counseling Tuition, an MBA degree, a diploma in accounting, an engineering degree or something else, be ready to discuss how what you learned during these studies will help you excel at the role in question. Other ways to prepare for your interview include testing your computer gear to avoid tech glitches during the call and printing out copies of your application documents (i.e. resume and cover letter), so you have them on hand if needed. Its also helpful to come up with some questions for the interviewers, about the role or the company, so youre ready to go if you get the opportunity. Knock em Dead Job Interview: How to Turn Job Interviews Into Job Offers Price: $10.89 Using his twenty-five years of experience, New York Times bestselling author Martin Yate has established a set of rules for job interviews that is sure to get you noticed. Buy Now from Amazon We earn a commission if you click this link and make a purchase at no additional cost to you. Last Updated: March 2, 2020 What's next? Ready to take action? Choose the right tools to help you build your career. Looking for related topics? Find out how to nail the interview and get hired. 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Tomorrow (Jan. 24) is Belly Laugh Day - The Chief Happiness Officer Blog

Tomorrow (Jan. 24) is Belly Laugh Day - The Chief Happiness Officer Blog Dont forget that January 24 is Global Belly Laugh Day. The concept is simple: Wherever you are on the 24th. at 1:24pm local time, throw your arms in the air and laugh. Well create a wave of laughter round the world. Thanks for visiting my blog. If you're new here, you should check out this list of my 10 most popular articles. And if you want more great tips and ideas you should check out our newsletter about happiness at work. It's great and it's free :-)Share this:LinkedInFacebookTwitterRedditPinterest Related