One year to the day that I resigned from my prior job, the memories and pain of leaving are still there. Although I left on my own, I was in a work environment with a few people in the company...
When Commitments Lack Commitment
The best and most productive people on the planet are the ones who under promise and over deliver. Nothing irritates people more when people say they are going to do things, say they are going to be present, and then...
Stop in Tonight for HR and Business Advice in Saratoga Springs
Good morning, This evening, I'll be having an open house for my business from 630-9pm. My interns and I will be here answering questions about business, websites, education and more. It's a great opportunity for you to come in with...
How to Have a 7 Day a Week Business Without Weekend Work
Last year, I wrote an article about businesses that close on Sunday. Today, I'd like to share with you some ideas on how to keep your business going 7 days a week without having to worry about opening your doors....
Networking Tips from Keith Ferrazzi
Check out these great tips from Keith Ferrazzi on how to network without being a jerk. I used many of these tips at the conference I just attended.
Highlights – Panel Discussion with HR Professionals from Zappos, SnagAJob, and Sure Payroll
I had the pleasure of attending a panel discussion at the Inc.com GROWCO Conference on HR featuring: Jamie Naughton - Speaker of the House at Zappos Shawn Boyer - CEO and founder of snagajob.com Michael Alter - CEO and founder...
Interviewing 101 by Tiffany Kowalski
I'd like to share some interviewing tips that could land you the job... BEFORE Do your homework! Research the company; their mission(s), future, past, culture, and key players. Do so by exploring the company's website, and check search engines for...
Attending Conferences – Experience at GrowCo in Las Vegas
I'm attending a thought provoking conference for entrepreneurs in Las Vegas presented by Inc. Magazine. In just 5 hours yesterday, I met entrepreneurial leaders in HR, web design, logistics, manufacturing and more. As well, many of us took a tour...
Office Hours On The Fly – Office vs On-Ice
I tell people that sometimes I think I was kidnapped and transported back from the future because of my lack of understanding for having scheduled office hours every day of the week. I see a day in the future where...
Schmooze and Booze – Schmoozing and Boozing to Broaden Your Network
One of the lost arts amongst many people I come across is "schmoozing and boozing". I have to admit that I too sometimes forget the value of a social function for making some quick connections without sounding sales-y or less...