Protect me, O God, for in you I take refuge Psalm 16:1 Some of you may be going through a period where your worries are large, such as a job loss or company restructuring. Simple breathing meditations don’t cut it as worry turns into fear of what lays ahead. It’s hard to calm the monkey …
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After the Interview Sample Thank You Letters
Job interviews are an intense and often nerve-wracking process that requires preparation, confidence, and a clear understanding of the role and company. Once the interview is over, following up with a thank you letter is crucial. This blog explores the importance of thank you notes after job interviews, offers practical guidance on writing them, showcases …
Got your attention, huh? I thought God might. I can’t really tackle God as case study in this blog entry, but thought I would try to add some insight. Actually what I plan to do is share some thoughts around how to tap into our relationship with God to increase spirituality in our lives. A …
“Tend to your vital heart, and all that you worry about will be solved” Rumi A friend of mine told me this story many years ago and I’ve thought about it various times since then. My friend N. got tickets to see a play with her 6 year old niece. When N picked up her …
Every profession or specialty has its own terminology. So does career management. How familiar are you with these latest career terms? 1. Career Activist: Someone who is proactive in planning, evaluating, directing, and controlling his or her career rather than simply reacting as situations arise. A career activist has an enduring interest in understanding and …
Yes, this is the Linda who co-hosts this blog with me. What a wonderful opportunity for me to share with you more about Linda’s philosophy and work around spirituality. A few months back I interviewed Linda as one of the gratitude experts for Project GratOtude. This interview shares a lot of her mindset and work …
I’d like to draw upon the teachings of H.H. the Dalai Lama from his book, “The Compassionate Life” for ideas that we can use at work and in our daily life. The Dalai Lama defines compassion as the wish for another human being to be free from suffering. Love is a desire for others to …
Do you “work to live or live to work”? In a recent Leading News, e-newsletter, from Marshall Goldsmith, the premier executive coach, asked that question. Why? Because if you figured how time you spent at work – approximately one-third of our waking hours – then you realize that your job has a significant impact on …
