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Leadership Biz Cafe Podcast #7 – Joel Garfinkle On How To Get Ahead In Your Career

Tanveer Naseer

Regardless of whether the economy is going well or not, one thing that’s remained consistent in the workplace over the last few decades is the reality that each of us is responsible for managing our careers and with it, the opportunities we obtain for professional growth and development.

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Working in our Dash: What’s the Meaning of It?

The Practical Leader

The continuous outpouring of gratitude and stories inspired by the poem led Linda to eventually publish her book Live Your Dash: Make Every Moment Matter. It seemed to me that the bosses were worrying far too much about things that were inconsequential in the scope of life.” The Meaning of Work: Job, Career, or Calling?

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“No idea” Means I Have One :: Women on Business

Women on Business

What it does mean is that in the same way your kid isn’t going to tell you the truth if he or she thinks it will land them in trouble, people aren’t going to tell you what’s going on if they think they, or the person they’re speaking about, are going to end up in hot water. If you can muster up a tone of genuine inquiry, that’s even better.

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The Rewards of Mentoring :: Women on Business

Women on Business

Stimmler , contributing Women on Business writer A few days ago I received an out-of-the-blue email from a former intern at my firm thanking me and my business partner “for being such fantastic mentors.&# It was great to hear from her and learn about what she’s now doing a decade later. Post by Jane K.

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Is a Corporate Board Seat in Your Future? :: Women on Business

Women on Business

By Bonnie Marcus This past week I had the opportunity to not only attend the MA Conference for Women, but also to participate in a leadership panel about women and corporate board positions. The opportunity to further develop and use your expertise. In summary, a seat at the table can help you in your own career efforts.

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3 Ways Pixar Gains Competitive Advantage from Its Culture

Michael Lee Stallard

Ed Catmull, President of Pixar Animation and Walt Disney Animation Studios, describes what he’s learned about leadership and corporate culture in his excellent new book, Creativity, Inc.: Care about people first. Its leaders are unambiguous about communicating this. Focus on a purpose that makes people feel proud.

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Thriving During an Economic Downturn :: Women on Business

Women on Business

So not only is she expanding her business, but it is also encouraging to hear about companies who are hiring now. As a business owner, I suggest you talk with your landlord about rent prices, you may be surprised to find out they are willing to lower your rent just to ensure you stay around.