According to Paula Pant, author of the blog Afford Anything, it’s a myth that only specific vocations are prestigious. We think she raises some valid points. How does prestige factor in to your career decisions? “Don’t Assume You Need a “Prestigious” Career.”
Inspiration to Follow Your Blueprint
Balloon Decorating Entrepreneur
The vision of an ideal career is often revealed gradually, over time. For years, the entrepreneur in today’s story only knew that she wanted to do something on her own one day. It was the activity of planning her 10-year class reunion that brought specificity to her vision. The lesson here? Don’t discount the significance…
Job Application Follow Up
Here are some helpful guidelines for following up once you’ve applied for a job. The most important thing to remember? Do it! “How To Follow Up On A Job Without Being Annoying.”
Job Hunting for Career Changers
Not sure we’d call these job search “rules” but there are some good points to consider. We still believe in the value of a well-crafted resume, however agree that networking to create opportunities is an essential strategy. Creative approaches such as putting together a job proposal could be the differentiator, though you’ll probably still need…
Midlife Career Change: from CEO to Police Officer
by Kirsten Meneghello, Now What® Facilitator One of the bravest things a person can do is make a dramatic career change while seemingly in the prime of their life. Although the person might be outwardly successful in what he or she is doing, earning good money and enjoying the respect of colleagues, they know deep…
Bored to Design
Like necessity, boredom is often the mother of invention. Such was the case for James Shields who, rather than remaining “bored to tears” was “bored to design”. Initially just doodles on work papers, his designs took on more importance when he started paying attention to them. This fueled his desire to be in an environment…