I quit early on Friday and actually relaxed this weekend. My son had a friend over for two of the days. He and I did dinner together on one of the nights; my wife and I went to Hot Springs for a soak in the mineral baths. Some good walking and stretching and binge watching, "Vinyl" on HBO.
I feel refreshed and ready to roll!
Jeff
Should You Consider a Counteroffer? Advice from "The Godfather"
On any given Friday afternoon, bosses around the world are going through mental calculations when they hear you say, "Can I see you for a minute."
I remember hearing the question when Ford came to me at 2:30 that day (you never forget your first time). He was not a stellar performer and had disappeared for a 4 hour lunch only two days before without giving us the courtesy of a phone call. Thus, I was not surprised when he asked to speak with me. He was obviously looking for a job.
The question I was now faced with was how to respond to what was coming. Ford awkwardly explained his decision to leave and the opportunity he received from a new firm in a new field. He was taking a job outside of recruiting. I decided there was nothing to wish him good luck. How could I extend a counteroffer to someone who had decided to leave the work he was doing?
But you may be facing a different challenge as a job hunter. You may be joining a firm doing similar work to what you are currently doing but for different people. How do you respond? How do you respond?
Should I Accept a LinkedIn Connection Request from a Stranger?
This is a dilemma many weigh every day. Let me discuss a few variables and offer a suggestion.
Hiring People with Non-Traditional Educational Backgrounds
I was reminded of this listening to a podcast interview with Jack and Suzy Welch.
Perfection is B.S.
Perfection is B.S.
Half the year is over and summer is a great time to change jobs because there is less competition.
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