Embracing the Magic of Different Brains: A Lesson from My Daughter’s Mismatched Socks Let me tell you a story about socks. Yes, socks. It might seem like an odd place to start, but bear with me—there’s a point. It was a typical morning, and my … [Read more...] about Snowmen and Snowballs
Career Moves
Video Presentations and Interviews: Riding the Roller Coaster of Effective Gestures🎢🎤📺
Like a thrilling roller coaster, these experiences can take you on an exciting journey full of twists and turns. 🌪️🎥 Like a roller coaster enthusiast knows the importance of keeping their hands inside the ride at all times, there's a valuable … [Read more...] about Video Presentations and Interviews: Riding the Roller Coaster of Effective Gestures🎢🎤📺
The “Eye-ronic” Science of Virtual Eye Contact
Ah, the video meeting—a modern-day rite of passage where you try to look professional from the waist up while secretly wearing pajama bottoms. But let's focus on the real star of the show: your eyes. Those two orbs in your skull can make or break … [Read more...] about The “Eye-ronic” Science of Virtual Eye Contact
Don’t be a “Rage Applier” : It’s Time for a Strategic Job Search Approach!
Have you ever found yourself in a job search frenzy, applying to every opportunity under the sun? It's like using a hammer when the job requires another tool or throwing spaghetti at the wall. This "rage applying" approach is self-defeating. Let's … [Read more...] about Don’t be a “Rage Applier” : It’s Time for a Strategic Job Search Approach!
Everyone is an Entrepreneur: How to Take Control of Your Career
By DeAnne Pearson, M. Ed, Career Coach Recently I attended a family member’s retirement party after 39 years with the city of Waco. It was my first time attending a retirement party ever. I haven’t been invited to another one. No, I did not … [Read more...] about Everyone is an Entrepreneur: How to Take Control of Your Career
Where there is poop, there is a pony.
I recently received a fancy-wrapped gift from a dear friend, which wasn’t anything I ever expected. However, it reminded me of a story I heard as a child. Once upon a time, there were two children. Each was given a golden key and asked … [Read more...] about Where there is poop, there is a pony.