(By Nancy Duarte) "Have you ever listened to a presenter who sounded super-smart without having any idea what she really said? If so, the presentation was probably full of jargon. Each field has its own lexicon that’s familiar to experts but foreign to everyone else. Unless you’re speaking to a … [Read more...]
The Biggest Mistakes I See on Resumes, and How to Correct Them – Google Head of HR
(By Laszlo Bock) "Unless you're applying for a job such as a designer or artist, your focus should be on making your resume clean and legible. At least ten point font. At least half-inch margins. White paper, black ink. Consistent spacing between lines, columns aligned, your name and contact … [Read more...]
Why You Should Give Yourself Permission To Make Mistakes
(By Heidi Grant Halvorson) "I know this may not be something you are thrilled to hear, or even want to believe. You’re probably thinking, “That’s terrible advice. If I screw up, I’m going to be the one who pays for it.” But you needn’t worry about that. Studies show that when you feel you are … [Read more...]
Avoiding 12 Mistakes Startups Make In Their First Year
(By Business Insider) "If you pursue a start-up on your own first, you can work on proving the business model and gaining traction without the pressure of board meetings or investors looming over your head. Once you are self sustaining, you can secure better terms from investors. And, if no one … [Read more...]
Three Mistakes to Avoid When Networking
(By Dorie Clark) "You may have plenty of time to have coffee with strangers or offer them advice. Someone who receives 1000 emails a day does not. Asking for their time, in and of itself, is an imposition unless you can offer them some benefit upfront." We all know networking has the potential to … [Read more...]
10 Mistakes Intelligent People Never Make Twice
(By Travis Bradberry) "When we make mistakes, it can be hard to admit them because doing so feels like an attack on our self-worth. This tendency poses a huge problem because new research proves something that commonsense has told us for a very long time—fully acknowledging and embracing errors … [Read more...]
How To Master The Inner Game Of Entrepreneurship
(By Panos Panay) "Starting a business because you just want to make loads of money will most likely lead you to quit before you really get started. Chances are, in the beginning, you’ll make a lot less than what you did at the job you just left behind. Nothing can be more challenging to your … [Read more...]
3 Career Mistakes You Are Allowed To Make
(By The Muse) "Are career blunders embarrassing? Yes. But are they valuable tools to help you improve as a professional, build confidence, and advance your career? Absolutely. So don’t just take it from me—experience some mistakes (with a bit of caution, of course) and learn for yourself". I know … [Read more...]
4 Mistakes Not to Make When Answering “Why Are You Interested in This Position?”
(By Lily Zhang) "Have you ever gone on a date with someone who wouldn’t stop talking about his or her ex? Well, turns out this happens during job interviews, too. Don’t be that person who can’t shut up about why you need to leave your old job, stat. Even if the reason you’re job searching is … [Read more...]
Break The Habit: 12 Worst Mistakes You Probably Made In 2014
(By Alexandra Levit) "My grandmother used to say that most of the things we worry about never come to pass. Think about all the things you fretted about this year—how many actually happened? In 2015, try to be more objective about the issues causing you anxiety: Are they really worth it?" How can … [Read more...]
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