Before I started Uncommon Clarity in 2004, I read Alan Weiss’ book Getting Started in Consulting. Any independent professional, whether consultant, painter, lawyer, or something else is in the marketing business first and foremost. Hanging a shingle on the proverbial door might let you call yourself a consultant, but it doesn’t let you practice it.…
DetailsOkay, you’ve wowed your potential employer with your résumé and cover letter. Now, they actually want to talk to you — over the phone, via Skype, or in person. You can rest assured, you’re definitely qualified for this job. Now, it’s up to you to seal the deal and ace the dreaded job interview.…
DetailsVoluntary departures are at an all-time high The percentage of workers voluntarily quitting their jobs is at an all-time high, and the top reason they’re doing so is for more pay. So says a survey by Glassdoor, the workplace review website. The survey, Understanding the Impact of Quality Candidates, questioned 750 hiring…
DetailsSexism can run rampant with a particular prominence in the workplace, especially if your career is male-dominated. Luckily, you don’t have to stand by and let it happen—here’s what you can do… Sexism is still alive and well in our society—that much is obvious. We’ve come pretty far, but equality is an…
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