“Tell me about what you do?”- Your key career message.

Creating career clarity If you are in the market for a new job, career change or looking for a promotion, then you have probably checked out the endless lists and every tip and trick out there. You will have read all the articles and advice threads about how to get that job, start a new …

Self Mastery – Toward Personal Leadership

“Courage, hard work, self-mastery, and intelligent effort are all essential to a successful life.”– Theodore Roosevelt, former US president What do you think when you hear the term self-mastery? You might picture a martial arts master – calm, focused, and in control at all times. Or, perhaps someone who has their life planned and in …

Is too much “passion” bad for your career?

We see them, we love them, we admire them, whilst we often describe passionate people as those who have an unquenchable drive and determination. Its almost like an emotional supercharge that somehow inspires endless persistence and energy to achieve in their careers and business goals. Though can following your passion be bad for your career …

How to be more Career Brand Savvy

Did you know the word brand comes from the Viking to “burn”?  Over time the word moved on to “brand” cattle (see the connection with burning). Onward to imprinting your printed brand in the 19th century. Needless to say a bit of useless information you will probably never use again. However, we are awash with brands …

Is it Time to Take a Small Bet on your Career?

So you are feeling stuck going around the same circle at work and in your career. Of course, everybody feels like this at some point in their working lives. There may of course be uncertainty in your job due to the fallout from the pandemic. You know you should try to figure it all out, …