Maybe it’s because I’m old, or prideful, or envious, but if I see one more article with a headline that reads something like “The 40 Under 40 to Watch,” or “30 Difference Makers Under 30,” I might just light my hair on fire. Perhaps it’s the company I keep on the Internet or the magazines … Continued
Buffet Sings to Carol Loomis’ Success. What You Can Learn.
Warren Buffet isn’t known for showmanship and a singer he is not, but his recent duet with Paul Anka in which he serenaded Carol Loomis, the newly retired Editor at Large of Fortune Magazine, is as moving as any Broadway number. For those unfamiliar with Carol, this extraordinary woman worked for Fortune longer than any … Continued
They All Say “Find Your Passion”—But How On Earth Do You Do That?
We are all searching for the job that makes us feel truly alive. The professional task that has meaning, and elicits continued gratification, and invigorates us—rather than stressing us out. Work that is a joy, and not a burden. We know it’s out there–so why can’t we find it? Why would the job activity that … Continued
Think Outside the Cube to Find Your Dream Job
Several years ago, a good friend gave me The Anti 9 to 5 Guide: Practical Career Advice for Women Who Think Outside the Cube. This lean, little book by Michelle Goodman has been one of my bedside table mainstays ever since. When I’m not reading the latest ‘wine club with a book problem’ selection, I … Continued