What do the following tech entrepreneurs have in common? Microsoft – Paul Allen Dell – Michael Dell Apple – Steve Jobs Oracle – Larry Ellison Spotify – Daniel Ek They attained Rockstar billion-dollar business success without a college degree....
A common theme for my executive clients is a resume and LinkedIn profile lacking tender loving care. Why? Every one of their career opportunities has been a result of networking or promotions. Unfortunately, if you’re in your 40s or...
My clients are tech executives or those looking to join the ranks. While not everyone aspires to become a CEO, I researched characteristics and admirable qualities as a benchmark. Most Admired Fortune 500 CEO Fortune Magazine conducts an annual...
Are you thinking of permanently working remotely? It’s not a new concept. Over 15 years ago, I had employees permanently working from home, whether in town with me in Kansas City while working for Sprint, a former Fortune 500...
Looking for a job is stressful. The interview process can be too. The lesson I learned this month is to go with your gut instinct. It’s your primal compass, so pay attention to red flags. I tell my clients...
Contemplating a career job change or, now, urgently need one? Learn how to maximize LinkedIn to become an attraction magnet for recruiters and hiring managers for open positions. Join host Zakiya Cita, Marketing & Program Manager | Dress for...
I’m a 3-year volunteer career advocate at Dress for Success. While the Dress for Success Seattle office is now closed due to Covid, they are offering virtual classes to help everyone in their career transitions. I’m impressed by this...
Join host Zakiya Nicole, Marketing & Program Manager at Dress for Success Seattle, and me for a 1 hour workshop about LinkedIn. Bring on your questions! Did you know? 85% of recruiters use LinkedIn 2,000 new jobs posted in Seattle...
Top C-Suite Skills The 2019 Gartner TalentNeuron™ data reveals that C-suite executives are required to have both technical skills such as advanced-tech knowledge and design thinking “soft” skills. Gartner’s top 10 emerging soft skills covering cognition and social aspects...
In an MIT study of the S&P 500 entitled “The Value of Corporate Culture,” it uncovered 85% of these companies had a corporate culture section on their corporate web page related to principles and values for employee behavior. Many...