The Value of International Work Experience
I could easily write several books on the subject of international work experience. Having lived and worked in half a dozen countries over the last 15 years, I have gained experiences that have provided...
Monthly Archive: September 2008
The best advice I ever got
The best advice I ever got was from my grandmother who told me to see the world. “You only go around once,” she would say. Over the years, her advice has become a sort...
Women Executives — Creating Work Life Balance
Women face a complexity and variety of challenges in their careers. Every woman who strives to achieve an executive level position will face a labyrinth of stereotypes and family responsibility. In a very real...
Billing Errors — the Unhappy Marriage of Too Many Systems
If you are unable to accurately bill your customers, then there is not much point to being in business. For many companies, the time and effort required to accurately bill is more costly than...
Building the Business Case
What is a Business Case? A business case is a way for organizations to assess the merits of an investment. In every organization at any given time, there are differing amounts of the three...
First Impressions – What’s in a Handshake?
As a woman, should your handshake be firm or slight? And what of duration, eye contact, and facial expression? Does it matter? We have heard time and time again that first impressions are lasting...
Manage Your Risk with Professional Liability Insurance
Professional Liability Insurance, also referred to as “Professional Indemnity Insurance,” protects you from liability arising from negligence while rendering services as a professional services consultant. Professionals who operate their own businesses should seriously consider...
Successful Salary Negotiations
Negotiating for a raise or additional benefits is difficult, especially in a down market. Employers may value your contribution to the company, but may not be able to afford the added costs of a...
Earn That Promotion: Career Advancement Strategies
Promotion requires hard work and determination. Especially important is maintaining constructive work habits. Simply put, managers like working with people who are positive, independent, focused on their work and present themselves well. These are...