By Marcia Zidle on April 13, 2011
How many of you in college or graduate school had a course, or even a workshop, on managing your career? I bet not many because too many young professionals and emerging leaders come to me for guidance with all kinds of career situations: Advancing in a corporate career, getting along with their boss, taking on the right kind […]
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By Carter McNamara on April 7, 2011
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By Marcia Zidle on April 5, 2011
If you’re getting a new boss in your existing job, consider getting ‘hired’ all over again. How many bosses have you had in your present job these past couple of years? I’ve asked this question in my career management and personal branding workshops. I heard everything from “my boss seems to hang on” to several who have come […]
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By Marcia Zidle on April 1, 2011
Careers are like life, they don’t stand still. They progress from one stage to another. Here are career stages that you are going through, have been through, or hope to go through. Pay attention to the potential roadblocks – they can make or break your career advancement. Stage I – Apprenticeship: Learning the Ropes You are […]
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By Marcia Zidle on March 29, 2011
Meetings, most of us roll our eyes and can’t wait to get back to our office where the real work gets done. However, meetings, whether they’re regularly scheduled routines in your company or now-and-then get-togethers, can be a place for you to gain positive visibility and to showcase your capabilities. Here are three strategies that will […]
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By Marcia Zidle on March 25, 2011
Is Experience the Best Teacher? Yes, says The Center for Creative Leadership. Their research found that a variety of challenging assignments contribute greatly to the building and seasoning of new and emerging leaders. However, not all challenges are equal. The ones that will enhance leadership skills are those that: Require working with new people or high […]
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By Marcia Zidle on March 22, 2011
In my new job, I have to make a presentation to upper management. In the past I’ve gotten tongue tied and failed to get support for a project. How can I get them to take my ideas seriously?” Take a step back for a moment. When someone doesn’t understand your ideas immediately, don’t label him […]
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By Marcia Zidle on March 18, 2011
What influences career success the most? A McKinsey Global Survey asked executives about decisions or events that led to a significant long-term positive change in their work life. One of the most interesting findings was that both men and women said the single most pivotal event in their careers occurred when they were around the age […]
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By Marcia Zidle on March 11, 2011
Many ambitious professionals are so involved in projects and fire fighting that they forget about managing their careers. Don’t let these seven career mistakes derail your career. 1. Burning bridges along the way. Each profession may seem big – but, as you move up in your career, you come to realize how ‘small’ each really is. Something you […]
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By Marcia Zidle on March 8, 2011
I left my present job, which was stable but had limited opportunities, and went to a larger company that is so different. I think I’ve made a mistake. This was a frantic call I received from a project manager who’s dealing with buyer’s remorse. It seemed like the best job ever. The money was good and the […]
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Marcia Zidle, a certified career strategist and business coach, works with high potential, high impact executives, managers and professionals to advance their careers and grow their leadership capabilities.