1. Develop and communicate your employment brand: Many organizations work on their employment brand as part of their strategy for attracting talent and communicating what differentiates them…… Read more “Attracting Talent: How to Make Your Company Stand Out from the Others”

One of my favorite all purpose learning tools especially on the topics of attitude, customer service and making an impact is an obscure audiotape by bestselling author…… Read more “Duck Tape”

While it isn’t true in all cases, many companies use internships as a way of recruiting talent for full-time regular positions – a “try before you buy”…… Read more “Tips for Turning an Internship into a Full-time Job”

Today’s economy may not resemble the one of 2008 (or the 1930s), however, with tariffs and an unpredictable administration in office, it is safe to say that…… Read more “How to “Recession-Proof” Your Career”

1. Take the time to document what you believe are your objectives/results expected. Share that document with your boss for a discussion to make sure expectations are…… Read more “Tips for Excelling at Your New Job”

I have to admit, I’ve always been skeptical of those pop psychology claims of the one thing you need to do to be successful. Most of those…… Read more “One True Key to Success”

1. Develop and communicate your employment brand: Many organizations work on their employment brand as part of their strategy for attracting talent and communicating what differentiates them…… Read more “Attracting Talent: How to Make Your Company Stand Out from the Others”

ETS is a company dedicated to helping individuals and organizations achieve their full potential. Long ago, my orientation in this direction was shaped by a course I…… Read more “How Optimism can Shape Success”

Remember that odd old saying “It isn’t over ‘til it’s over”? One way to interpret that old saying is: don’t assume something is finished, or a done…… Read more “Don’t Jump the Gun!”

During my corporate life managing staffs both small and large, I’ve made it a point to have the “form and substance” discussion with most of my direct…… Read more “Form & Substance: Going Above and Beyond “Good Work””