Outliers: The Story of Success
by Malcolm GladwellHave you read it? Post a comment!
Friday, June 19, 2009
Maven Reading: "Outliers: The Story of Success" by Malcolm Gladwell
The Corporate Maven recommended summer reading list contains one seriously MUST read for anyone who wants to understand how successful people get that way. Some amazing stories about hockey players, students, lawyers and tech geniuses like Steve Jobs and Bill Gates. Great insight for managers, parents & educators as well.
Outliers: The Story of Success by Malcolm Gladwell
Have you read it? Post a comment!
Outliers: The Story of Success
by Malcolm GladwellHave you read it? Post a comment!
Monday, June 15, 2009
Grooming matters so get "dressed" before you go to work (or interview)
Great article yesterday on Dressing for job interviews in L.A. - Los Angeles Times. Even thought article says "in L.A." I found the advice to be applicable no matter where you live.
Careless grooming is a big Corp Maven pet peeve. In fact, I would advise that you read the article even if you are feeling secure in your present job. As much as we all strive for our "individualism" and don't want to take orders from "the man" (who ever that is), good grooming and dressing for success can make the difference between being considered for a promotion or being abandoned in your lonely cubicle. Even if the workplace is casual, there really is no reason for coming to work in board shorts and sandals... unless, of course, you get paid to surf (surfing the web does not count).
CareerBuilder.com writer Anthony Balderrama recently posted an article on cnn.com/living titled "What not to wear to work." Lots of good advice in this article as well. My personal favorite paragraph from Anothony's post:
"Don't get lazy
Once you've been on a job long enough, you can be tempted to throw on whatever's clean (or clean enough) and stumble to work. Employers don't stop assessing your work ethic once you pass your first-year anniversary. Your appearance is a constant factor in how others perceive you and your professionalism." -- Anthony Balderrama, http://www.careerbuilder.com/
Maven advice: Don't be afraid to stand out from the rest of the worker bees. Get "dressed" before you go to work.
Careless grooming is a big Corp Maven pet peeve. In fact, I would advise that you read the article even if you are feeling secure in your present job. As much as we all strive for our "individualism" and don't want to take orders from "the man" (who ever that is), good grooming and dressing for success can make the difference between being considered for a promotion or being abandoned in your lonely cubicle. Even if the workplace is casual, there really is no reason for coming to work in board shorts and sandals... unless, of course, you get paid to surf (surfing the web does not count).
CareerBuilder.com writer Anthony Balderrama recently posted an article on cnn.com/living titled "What not to wear to work." Lots of good advice in this article as well. My personal favorite paragraph from Anothony's post:
"Don't get lazy
Once you've been on a job long enough, you can be tempted to throw on whatever's clean (or clean enough) and stumble to work. Employers don't stop assessing your work ethic once you pass your first-year anniversary. Your appearance is a constant factor in how others perceive you and your professionalism." -- Anthony Balderrama, http://www.careerbuilder.com/
Maven advice: Don't be afraid to stand out from the rest of the worker bees. Get "dressed" before you go to work.
Friday, June 12, 2009
A good time to start your own business?
Seems to be the topic of the day... should I start my own business? Well, a lot of the experts are saying that yes, it is. Here are a few blog posts and articles from recent weeks:
If you are thinking about starting your own business, use these tips to avoid some of the most common pitfalls!
- bigthink.com/anitacampbell - Opportunity Opens the Door When the Competition Is Distracted
- eHow.com - How to Start a Business During the Recession
- USATODAY.com - Time to start your business may be now
If you are thinking about starting your own business, use these tips to avoid some of the most common pitfalls!
Sunday, April 19, 2009
Need a job? Use volunteering to gain leadership experience
Looking for that next career opportunity? Thinking of starting your own business? Just graduating and worried about how to get started in a down economy? Out of work or thinking of returning to the workforce?
Whether your resume is impressive or non-existent, you can gain real world, resume worthy experience by volunteering and community organizing. If you are out of work, it can be a great way to limit gaps in employment and to keep you skills current or even learn new skills that you can take to that next job interview. If you are entering the work force for the first time or thinking about reentering the job market after a long absence, being able to show real work experience is invaluable to that future employer.
There are hundreds of non-profits and community organizations bowing under the weight of the current economic conditions. The need for qualified and passionate volunteers has never been greater.
Need ideas?
Related articles:
Laid off? Volunteer! Here's how and why
Community organizing never looked so good
Whether your resume is impressive or non-existent, you can gain real world, resume worthy experience by volunteering and community organizing. If you are out of work, it can be a great way to limit gaps in employment and to keep you skills current or even learn new skills that you can take to that next job interview. If you are entering the work force for the first time or thinking about reentering the job market after a long absence, being able to show real work experience is invaluable to that future employer.
There are hundreds of non-profits and community organizations bowing under the weight of the current economic conditions. The need for qualified and passionate volunteers has never been greater.
Need ideas?
- Organize a local park cleanup in celebration of Earth Day
- Call your local United Way for a list of non-profits in your area that might need help organizing upcoming fundraisers or other events.
- Log on one of the many online volunteer opportunity websites such as Volunteers of America, VolunteerMatch or Volunteer.gov (which the government boasts has the most comprehensive listing of opportunities available).
Volunteer.gov search for opportunities links out to Network for Good. A quick search for opportunities within 20 miles of downtown Sacramento, CA rendered over 275 different calls for volunteers. Opportunities run the gamut from administrative assistants and photographers to donation coordinators.
Related articles:
Laid off? Volunteer! Here's how and why
Community organizing never looked so good
Thursday, November 13, 2008
Live From PBWC: Lynne Twist
Author and Philanthropist
Not a dry eye in the house. Lynne talks about her inspirations in Ethiopia surrounded by 7 women who grieved together and honored all of their children who had died from starvation. It took 5 days night and day. All were uneducated. 4 of them have gone one to be attorneys and a government minister in ethiopia.
Reallocate the worlds wealth away from spending on fear towards love. Money is a tool, an instrument.
There is a myth of "more" ... How much more to we really need?
Women can midwife the birth of the future of how money can change the world.
What you appreciate appreciates.
Her book: "The Soul of Money"
Posted with LifeCast
Not a dry eye in the house. Lynne talks about her inspirations in Ethiopia surrounded by 7 women who grieved together and honored all of their children who had died from starvation. It took 5 days night and day. All were uneducated. 4 of them have gone one to be attorneys and a government minister in ethiopia.
Reallocate the worlds wealth away from spending on fear towards love. Money is a tool, an instrument.
There is a myth of "more" ... How much more to we really need?
Women can midwife the birth of the future of how money can change the world.
What you appreciate appreciates.
Her book: "The Soul of Money"
Posted with LifeCast
Live From The PBWC: Naomi Tutu
Keynote by Naomi Tutu, daughter Desmond Tutu.
Poem "The Pearl of Great Price"
It is not the times that are easy that you are the great person you are meant to be... It is at the hard times that the gift you are meant to be in the universe. You are a gift to the universe that the world needs. Our elders are here to help us bring for our gifts out. It is more important than ever to emphasis to our young people that they have the gift and they need to use it.
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Poem "The Pearl of Great Price"
It is not the times that are easy that you are the great person you are meant to be... It is at the hard times that the gift you are meant to be in the universe. You are a gift to the universe that the world needs. Our elders are here to help us bring for our gifts out. It is more important than ever to emphasis to our young people that they have the gift and they need to use it.
Posted with LifeCast
Friday, September 5, 2008
Live From The United Way Campaign Kickoff
I am sitting in a room of more than 500 people from agencies and the local private sector as we kick off the 2008/2009 giving season.
Placer County Sheriff, Ed Bonner is talking about how services supported by United Way are positively impacting the lives of children and families in our region. He mentioned that we all know some who needs the 3 H's: Needs hope, needs help, needs hand.
It's grarifying that even on tough economic times to see support from so many in our community. There are more families and children in need due tough financial times.
I am proud to contribute and co- lead Women in Philanthropy with our focus on Foster Youth and am Looking forward to a great campaign!
See http://www.yourlocalunitedway.org
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Placer County Sheriff, Ed Bonner is talking about how services supported by United Way are positively impacting the lives of children and families in our region. He mentioned that we all know some who needs the 3 H's: Needs hope, needs help, needs hand.
It's grarifying that even on tough economic times to see support from so many in our community. There are more families and children in need due tough financial times.
I am proud to contribute and co- lead Women in Philanthropy with our focus on Foster Youth and am Looking forward to a great campaign!
See http://www.yourlocalunitedway.org
Posted with LifeCast
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