To demonstrate confidence, conviction and integrity as we speak just remember “eyes and smiles.” People communicate most effectively when the eye contact between them is at their personal comfort…
Activities by Mike Warren
Certain things cannot be delegated to others: taking exams, eating sensibly, keeping fit and attending job interviews to name but a few.Others can advise you but the activity itself is up to you. For…
Neglect the preparation of questions you ask during an interview at your peril. Here are some themes.1. Questions which allow you to illustrate those of your achievements that the interviewer has…
A client said, "I went to the Careers Office at my university to talk about my career options. The Careers Advice Officer asked, 'Well, have you decided which career to pursue?' Just a minute I…
If all the major religions follow the same tenet, there must be some truth in it; it must work. Applying the following tenet to your career will surely advance it. Help other people with their…
"Waffle" is defined as "lengthy but vague or trivial talk or writing." Use of the talking version in an interview by either interviewee or interviewer is absolutely guaranteed to distract the other…
Most people spend six months thinking through with friends, family or a partner where they want to go for their next holiday.They talk about it, review it, plan it and eventually book what is going…
In the British sitcom 'Allo 'Allo!, Michelle Dubois used to say, "Listen very carefully, I shall say zis only once."Children will say to a parent, "Yes Mummy, but you're not listening with your eyes…
I'll just - these words have caused more procrastination than any other phrase in the entire English language."I'll just have a quick coffee and then I'll mow the lawn." "I'll just call my partner…
Am I shy or am I not? A little girl, out with her mum, was very miserable; a snivelling cold. Her mum was protective; she said to friends, "Don't fuss over Jade, she's shy."Over time she got used to…
Children learn by both example and experience and the habit of using both methods continues throughout adulthood.We learn "what" to do from the example of others; through trial and error and having a…
Job seekers everywhere should heed the implications of Zig Ziglar's thoughtful message, when he said, “You are the only person on earth who can use your ability”. Your friend or your partner can't be…