Compulsive mouse-clicking is a powerful, mood-altering method for avoiding work. Clicking around through business folders and business websites feels like work. The process may even resemble work. However, the process does not produce the results of starting and finishing one task at a time. MY PERSONAL STORY OF COMPULSIVE MOUSE-CLICKING On some days, I can…
Communication that Works: All Do’s, No Don’ts
Communication that Works: All Do’s, No Don’ts Tell people what you want them to do, not what you don’t want them to do. A guest lecturer at one of my undergraduate classes put on note on the chalkboard and quickly erased the note and posted a different note. She then explained her action. She said…
Is Over Committing Killing Your Career?
I schedule five things to do each day. This habit is one I have used for years but got away from for a period of time as I was adjusting to computer-based scheduling. I imagine most people who read this article are already using some type of electronic calendar. As we all know too well,…
Build a Powerhouse Reference List As Part of Building Your Professional Network
It seems that most people think of creating a reference list when a hiring manager requests to see one. Another approach is simply to mention to people with whom you seem to bond that at some point you, should you need a reference, you would appreciate the person helping you. At the same time, let…
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