World of Work

This is a follow-up to my post on Peter Block’s Employee Manifesto.  The first of many, as it seems the wisdom in this manifesto has captured my attention, in the way that when one is shopping for yellow VW Beetles, one starts to notice them everywhere.  My interpretation of the Manifesto is this:  Be a…

In cleaning out my office, I ran across a copy of “Employee Manifesto” written by Peter Block. Block’s words have never been more true, as companies adapt to globalization, outsourcing, and a new kind of workforce with Gen Y. More than ever, leadership must come from all corners of the company, not just at the…

Great post on Marci Alboher’s new blog for the New York Times about mentors–how to cultivate them. I’ve been lucky to have some great mentors–people who, over time, seem to have given me more than I’ve given them. And Marci’s advice on focusing on the relationship, and being a giver first is right on target.

Want some savvy advice on managing your career by paying attention to your personal brand?  Listen in on my interview with Catherine Kaputa, author of the book, U R a Brand. This is the most recent of the interviews that I did with Northwestern University alumni authors on career development. Catherine’s book won the Benjamin…