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Think of Your Career in Thirds; Or, The Carnegie Dictum
A friend recently emailed me this article by Mark Suster on when to learn in your career and when to earn in your career. This
Substance > Status
Substance carries a longer-term return than status when it comes to building your career and your resume. By that, I mean the substance of your
Your Resume Should Be An Afterthought
Contrary to popular belief and what you’re taught in those mostly-bad career books written by the same box-checkers every year, your resume is a relatively
Always Double Opt-In Introductions
Always double opt-in your introductions. In other words, never introduce two people to each other without checking with both people first that they want to
19 Rules to Get Ahead in 2019
Professional development starts with personal development. These 19 rules focusing on health, wealth, and wisdom propel you forward in your career.
How to Feel Confident Asking for Introductions
Asking for introductions and getting referrals is a high-leverage skill that will take you to the top tier of your career — if you learn how to do it.
How to Make People FIGHT for the Chance to Work With You
In 2017, I got a job offer I never expected. A growing startup backed by some of my personal role models and rock stars in
Conversational Conversions: How to Use Your Email List to Create Value NOW
I’m a fan of email lists. Every business, nonprofit, and personal website should have a lead capture, a lead magnet, and a regularly-engaged email list.
Remote Work: How to MAKE Your Boss Let You Work Remotely
Remote work is the gold standard for most people’s office jobs. Tim Ferriss has a whole section on it in The Four Hour Work Week. Dozens
How to Find Great Career Coaches
I hate most people who call themselves “career coaches.” And I do some career coaching. I’ve spent thousands of hours of my career coaching people