Connections, Not Transactions: A better way to network

Connections, Not Transactions: A better way to network

Networking is so often thought of as something that no one really wants to do, but that everyone knows they have to do in order to succeed in their careers.  But I don’t think most people realize the true value of it. 70% of people looking for a job find it through...
Healthcare Reform and Strategic Communications

Healthcare Reform and Strategic Communications

Last week Texas Health Resources set a good example of how to use strategic communications as a means to differentiate itself within the environment of healthcare reform. Texas Health Resources is a not-for-profit health system comprised of 26 hospitals, 58 outpatient...
Formula for a successful career transition

Formula for a successful career transition

Being unemployed is not a comfortable feeling. Not only does it disrupt your carefully laid out routine and impact your lifestyle, but it also makes you question your abilities. But the “why” of your transition is something that you must strive to move beyond. You...
Impostor Syndrome…Me??

Impostor Syndrome…Me??

Have you ever questioned your competency or skills in a situation or role? Impostor Syndrome is defined as “a psychological pattern in which an individual doubts their accomplishments and has a persistent internalized fear of being exposed as a “fraud”....
Dealing with Narcissism at Work?

Dealing with Narcissism at Work?

Have you experienced any of these characteristics with a coworker or a boss? The need to be “right” all the time Quick to take credit for everything but be the first to assign blame on others Minimize people and their emotions Pit employees against each other Desire...
Attention hiring managers and recruiters — do all unemployed job candidates have performance issues?

Attention hiring managers and recruiters — do all unemployed job candidates have performance issues?

Over the past 20+ years, I’ve worked with hundreds of healthcare professionals in various stages of career transition. Sometimes they seek out my company’s services, striving to move up the ladder or switch career direction. Other times they are introduced to us via...