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Episode 11 The “That is not my job” perspective mistake
Posted on May 3, 2011 | No CommentsI received an email asking what they should do when asked to take on tasks that are not their job. -
Episode 10 from 3 steps to get you from adversity to action
Posted on April 28, 2011 | No CommentsI am speaking in Phoenix so my daughter filmed me on my Droid for this episode. Three keys to help you move through adversity. -
Episode 9 Goals and Vision
Posted on April 25, 2011 | No CommentsA video on the concept of goals and vision – how they may and probably will change over time. Also, my thoughts on confusing income or a job title as... -
Episode 8 Your Cover Letter
Posted on April 21, 2011 | No CommentsI view your cover-letter as more important than your resume. If you haven’t done so, check out: Rework by the guys at 37 Signals. They agree with me on the... -
Episode 7 Education – What kind of school, degree, cert should I get?
Posted on April 18, 2011 | 2 CommentsThis discussion comes up frequently and will be covered in additional episodes. A viewer, Chris, asked whether he should go to school online or at a traditional (brick & mortar)... -
A recent presentation on communicating and using video
Posted on April 15, 2011 | No CommentsThis is not an official episode.. it is what we call an “extra”. This past Wednesday, I gave a presentation to the Ventura County Sandpipers Toastmasters group I am a... -
Episode 6 Be a Professional versus a Hobbyist
Posted on April 14, 2011 | No CommentsI missed filming this episode last night, so this was a 4:00am taping. Are you a professional or a hobbyist. And to that issue.. I called this Episode 5 when... -
Episode #5 Professional Networking and relationship context
Posted on April 11, 2011 | No CommentsYes, I filmed this while barbequing Sunday afternoon…. chicken.. if you are curious. Summary: “It’s who knows you and KNOWS what you KNOW!” - Matt’s professional networking axiom. Put context... -
Episode #4 your calendar and maximum productivity
Posted on April 7, 2011 | 1 Comment“Dost thou love life? Then do not squander time, for it is the stuff life is made of.” – Benjamin Franklin Your calendar is one of the most important tools... -
Episode #3 – Three Things You Need to Start Your Consulting Business
Posted on April 4, 2011 | 2 CommentsIf you want to start consulting, this video discusses 3 critical things you will need. In summary: Clients – sounds obvious but not always.. 1-3 high-value services – don’t try...