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How Strong Is Your PERSONAL BRAND?

As has been widely discussed (also click here), creating a strong personal brand is one of the most important things that you can do for getting a job and advancing in your career. Branding is not just a task for retailer!! … Continue reading

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The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly of Social Media

Recently, I did a full-length radio interview with Dr. Suzanne Phillips for her CoSozo Psych Up Show on the topic of social media. We talked about the good, the bad, and the ugly aspects of social media — including a … Continue reading

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Holiday 2013 Shopping Tips

Every year, I offer a list of holiday shopping tips intended to help people avoid overspending their budgets. Since the holiday season starts earlier and earlier each year, I’m moving up my tips post. According to the National Retail Federation, … Continue reading

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