I am thankful for the invitation from Career Press to review Amanda Setili’s book FEARLESS GROWTH There are few problems we face in the workforce as perplexing as personal growth and helping our organization grow. In many instances our personal growth depends on how we help grow the organization. Luckily Amanda Setili’s new book FEARLESS […]

I am thankful for the invitation from Career Press to review David Harder’s book The Workplace Engagement Solution. David Harder’s book The Workplace Engagement Solution addresses one of the most perplexing problems in the workplace today: how to keep employees engaged and focused at work. The first sentence of Chapter vividly frames the issue. “According […]

There is a saying “Everyone is good at something.” Do you believe it? Think for a minute and answer the question what are you good at? I am sure you can name a few things that you’ve accomplished or perhaps that you are a bit above average in certain things, but are you really good […]

I am thankful for the invitation from Career Press to review Marion McGovern’s new book Thriving In The Gig Economy (How To Capitalize And Compete In The World Of Work) Marion McGovern has been at the forefront of the evolution transforming the workplace from permanent employment with a company to a free-lance, contractor-consultant, based on […]

  I am thankful for the invitation from Career Press to review Hugh Blane’s new book 7 Principles of Transformational Leadership.   Leadership is an essential asset to achieve success in today’s fast moving society.   Unfortunately skill sets are becoming a commodity and quickly being replaced by computer’s and Artificial Intelligence (AI). My personal experience […]

I am thankful for the invitation from Career Press to review Susanne M. Paling’s new book The Sales Leader’s Problem Solver. The Sales Leader’s Problem Solver is directly aimed at the problems sales leaders encounter managing a sales group. Although focused on sales the advice, lessons, and methodology is used to address problems that frequently […]

I am thankful for the invitation from Career Press to review Mile Figliuolo’s new book The Elegant Pitch. One key element of a successful career is the ability to convince others. Often called “The Pitch” how we sell our ideas, skills, products and services determines the level of our success. Learning to effectively pitch our […]

I am thankful for the invitation from Career Press to review Scott Miller’s and David Morey’s new book The Leadership Campaign. At last there is a book that bridges the separation between political campaigns and business. The Leadership Campaign by Scott Miller and David Morey is a must read for all of us who are […]

The PracticaL Mentor’s review of: 101 Great Answers To The Toughest Interview Questions, and the companion book: 101 Smart Questions To Ask On Your Interview by Ron Fry.   I am thankful for the invitation from Career Press to Review Ron Fry’s 101 Great Answers To The Toughest Interview Questions, and the companion book: 101 […]

I am thankful for the invitation from Career Press to review Peter J. Boni’s new book All Hands On Deck All Hands On Deck is a must read for all those who have an interest in management, and especially those aspiring to become a CEO. Peter J. Boni reveals his strategy to find opportunity in […]

I am thankful for the invitation from Career Press to review: “Challenge The Ordinary” by Linda D. Henman PhD. How do you manage for success? “Challenge The Ordinary” so instructs Linda G. Henman PhD accomplished author, active Fortune 500 management consultant, and C level Career Coach. The global economy is constantly evolving towards a more […]

No matter where we work unless we are hermits you will share work space with coworkers. It could be physical space at the office, hyperspace as in telecommuting or virtual office. Without fail, there will always be a difficult coworker or difficult boss who challenges your people skills and ability to cope with difficult people. […]

“The Next Gen Leader” –Cutting Edge Strategies to Make You the Leader You Were Born to Be- by Robert C. McMillan – The PracticaL Mentor’s book review I am thankful for the invitation from Career Press to review: “The Next Gen Leader” – Cutting Edge Strategies to Make You the Leader You Were Born to […]

I am thankful for the invitation from Career Press to review: “They Don’t Teach Corporate In College” Third Edition – A Twenty Something’s Guide To The Business World – By Alexandra Levit. Ask a college student what they want most, and the majority will talk of graduating and having a stellar career in their chosen […]

I am thankful for the invitation from Career Press to review Steven P. Cohen’s latest book The Practical Negotiator. In “The Practical Negotiator” Steven P. Cohen employs actual questions from people seeking advice on real situations involving negotiations. The broad range of situations and scenarios are threaded together to give relevant information to effectively negotiate […]

There are many of us still reeling from the economic recession, which by all news accounts is over. I talk to so many people who are still unemployed or under employed, and many of them are beginning to believe that some how it their fault. If you listen to the news, and political rhetoric the […]

When the Boss Is a Bully – Are You Being Bullied? The number one workplace challenge, over and over again, is the bullying boss. There are many different types of bullying, and yes even the silent treatment is a tactic for the boss to bully employees. Ever been to a brain storming session when you […]

How to Develop Good Communication Skills – PracticaL Mentor Review http://www.wikihow.com/Develop-Good-Communication-Skills There are several ideas of what good communications skills really are: In the simplest form, effective communications occur when information is exchanged and understood. Understanding is a part of communications that is often not stressed enough. For example: Politicians rely on their communications skills […]

What career should you choose? The reality is that there is more to any job than just the part you may like. How do you balance everything to choose a career you will like, make a good salary, and stay employed? There is a lot written about pursuing your passion in the job market. Like […]

Working for a difficult boss not only ruins your workday it may also disrupt your entire life. Day-after-day working for a difficult boss can creep into your personal life and the negativity can spillover into your relationships. All too often we need to vent those pent up emotions, which build up while enduring a difficult […]